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Laid foundation of golden chapter in India-Japan partnership today: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 5:36 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Terming Indian talent and Japanese technology as a "winning combination", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the two nations laid the foundation of a new and golden chapter in their Special Strategic and Global Partnership on Friday as they make rapid progress in areas like ports, aviation and shipbuilding under the Next Generation Mobility Partnership.

India's global initiatives focused on promoting interests of Global South: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 5:10 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Emphasising India’s role in advancing the interests of the Global South, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stated that the global community must prioritise these nations to build a more equitable world and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

Stable and amicable India-China ties can have positive impact on regional, global peace: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:56 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Terming it as "crucial" for a multi-polar Asia and a multi-polar world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that stable, predictable and amicable ties between India and China can have a positive impact on regional, global peace and prosperity.

Daruma doll: PM Modi receives 'unique' gift during Japan visit

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:54 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a two-day official trip to Japan (August 29 – 30) for attending the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit, was presented with a special gift – the traditional Daruma doll on Friday.

India and Japan force for peace, progress and stability in Asia, world: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:48 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India and Japan will continue to be a force for peace, progress and stability in Asia and the entire world. Lauding ties between India and Japan, he stated that the two nations are not just "close partners" but ancient civilisations, vibrant democracies and leading economic powers, who share a common strategic outlook.

PM Modi, Japanese counterpart Ishiba participate in India-Japan Annual Summit

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:35 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba on Friday participated in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit being held at Kantei, the official residence of PM of Japan. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, India's Ambassador to Japan Sibi George and other officials also attended the meeting.

Afghanistan summons Pakistani envoy over military strikes in Nangarhar, Khost

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:17 PM

Kabul, Aug 29 (IANS) Afghanistan's foreign ministry summoned Pakistan's ambassador in Kabul to lodge a formal protest against what Taliban authorities said were Pakistani military strikes in Nangarhar and Khost provinces, the local media reported on Friday. Afghan officials "strongly condemned" the overnight strikes which according to them claimed the lives of three people and injured seven others.

ISRO-JAXA space missions to foster collaboration between industries and startups: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:15 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) joint space missions with Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will foster collaboration between industries and startups in both countries, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Friday.

India, Africa building a future of trust, technology and prosperity: Haryana CM

IANS | August 29, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini on Friday said that India and Africa are building a future based on mutual trust, technology, inclusivity and prosperity.

India, Japan can diversify trade basket, open new frontiers with renewed efforts: PM Modi

IANS | August 29, 2025 3:41 PM

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) Hailing the robust India-Japan economic and trade partnership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said with renewed efforts, both nations can diversify their trade basket, make it more balanced, and open up new frontiers as well.

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Laid foundation of golden chapter in India-Japan partnership today: PM Modi

India's global initiatives focused on promoting interests of Global South: PM Modi

Stable and amicable India-China ties can have positive impact on regional, global peace: PM Modi

Daruma doll: PM Modi receives 'unique' gift during Japan visit

India and Japan force for peace, progress and stability in Asia, world: PM Modi

PM Modi, Japanese counterpart Ishiba participate in India-Japan Annual Summit

Afghanistan summons Pakistani envoy over military strikes in Nangarhar, Khost

ISRO-JAXA space missions to foster collaboration between industries and startups: PM Modi

India, Africa building a future of trust, technology and prosperity: Haryana CM

India, Japan can diversify trade basket, open new frontiers with renewed efforts: PM Modi

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