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India-Maldives ties strong enough to withstand any passing remarks: FS Misri

IANS | July 25, 2025 9:09 PM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Emphasising that the future of India-Maldives relationship is "undoubtedly and unquestionably bright", Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Friday said that he was not aware of the social media post made by Abdulla bin Mohamed Ibrahim, brother-in-law of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi that has now been deleted.

Maldives President watches in awe as Male reverberates with 'Modi-Modi' chants

IANS | July 25, 2025 8:44 PM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Chants of "Modi, Modi" and "Narendra Modi zindabad" echoed through the air as people gathered to greet Prime Minister Narendra Modi with enthusiasm in Male on Friday. PM Modi acknowledged their gesture by waving back at the huge crowd which had gathered to welcome him as he inaugurated the newly-built Ministry of Defence building in Male along with the Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu.

India proud to be most trusted friend of Maldives: PM Modi

IANS | July 25, 2025 7:20 PM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Calling Maldives "important" in India's Neighbourhood First policy and the MAHASAGAR vision, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that New Delhi takes immense pride in being Male's "most trusted friend" and has stood with Maldives as first responder in times of need.

Italian leaders spotlight deepening ties with India, strategic role of IMEC

IANS | July 25, 2025 4:58 PM

Rome, July 25 (IANS) Italy continues to position itself as a key player in the emerging India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), with senior government officials of the government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni highlighting the country’s strategic role in connecting Europe with India and the Persian Gulf through enhanced trade infrastructure and diplomatic engagement.

India, EU trade deal next after India-UK FTA, 12 rounds done: Centre

IANS | July 25, 2025 4:38 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) After the successful completion of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), all eyes on the trade pact with the European Union (EU) and the Centre on Friday said that India and the EU have been negotiating an FTA since June 2022, and 12 rounds of the negotiations have been completed, with the last being in July 2025.

PM Modi lands in Male to attend Maldives' 60th Independence Day as guest of honour

IANS | July 25, 2025 10:51 AM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Velana International Airport in Male, Maldives, on Friday, to a ceremonial welcome, marking the beginning of a high-profile state visit to the island nation. He was received by Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at the airport amidst traditional songs and chants of "Vande Mataram", reflecting the warmth and cultural ties between the two countries.

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