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.

Author Taslima Nasreen urges Nobel Committee to 'introspect' over giving Nobel Peace Prize to B'desh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus

IANS | July 25, 2025 4:51 AM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Exiled Bangladeshi author and human rights activist Taslima Nasreen has asked the Nobel Committee to introspect over its decision of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, "for tarnishing the prestigious award's reputation by spreading unrest in the South Asian country".

PM Modi’s UK visit will be remembered for years to come: Piyush Goyal

IANS | July 24, 2025 10:54 PM

London, July 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK will be remembered for years to come, said Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday, adding that in a short period, significant discussions took place between PM Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.