PM Modi hails record-breaking dance performance, spirit of Indian community in Malaysia

IANS | February 7, 2026 7:02 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the "grand celebration of Indian culture" in Malaysia, especially the record-breaking dance performance during the 'Selamat Datang Modiji' event which was attended by over 12,000 members of the Indian diaspora, friends of India from across the country and also Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim.

Radicalised Bangladesh could become louder in Islamist international forums

IANS | February 7, 2026 5:16 PM

Tel Aviv, Feb 7 (IANS) As Bangladesh heads to elections next week, the outcome will determine whether the country moves toward stability, faces prolonged uncertainty, or shifts towards a new ideological direction. The future trajectory will depend on how the next government governs, its inclusiveness, and whether it learns from past failures, a report has highlighted.

Deeply touched by warm welcome extended by 'friend' Anwar Ibrahim: PM Modi

IANS | February 7, 2026 3:42 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 7 (IANS) Highlighting the strong relationship between both countries which remains deeply rooted in history and civilization, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim travelled together to a community programme in Kuala Lumpur as the Indian PM began his two-day visit to the country on Saturday.