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PM Modi conferred with 32nd global honour — Grand Cross of Royal Norwegian Order of Merit

IANS | May 18, 2026 6:38 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Norway's top honour, Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit, by King Harald V in Oslo on Monday. This marks the 32nd global honour conferred upon PM Modi and the second during his ongoing five-nation tour. On Sunday, Sweden had conferred its highest civilian honour, the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross, upon PM Modi, marking his 31st international honour.

PM Modi's Oslo visit reflects growing partnership, shared ambitions: Norwegian PM

IANS | May 18, 2026 6:14 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store on Monday underscored the importance of deeper cooperation between India and Norway in upholding a rules-based international order amid growing geopolitical tensions and rising protectionism. He also said that both countries must remain united in opposing the use of diplomacy, trade and technology as instruments of pressure in global affairs.

India-Norway Green Strategic Partnership will benefit entire world: PM Modi

IANS | May 18, 2026 5:58 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced transformation of India-Norway relationship into a Green Strategic Partnership that will be "beneficial for the entire world". Making a press statement alongside Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store following their meeting in Oslo, PM Modi also stated that Norway has decided to join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.

India, Japan discuss ways to advance people-to-people exchanges, issues of mutual interest

IANS | May 18, 2026 5:56 PM

Tokyo, May 18 (IANS) India and Japan on Monday discussed ways to advance people-to-people exchanges and other issues of mutual interest.

IOS Sagar's visit to Sri Lanka reinforces shared commitment towards regional peace: Indian Navy

IANS | May 18, 2026 5:41 PM

Colombo, May 18 (IANS) The Indian Navy on Monday said that IOS Sagar's visit to Sri Lanka reinforces both countries' shared commitment towards regional peace, stability and collective maritime security under the vision of MAHASAGAR and the government of India’s 'Neighbourhood First' policy.

Malaysian PM vows to strengthen 'good relationship' with India for mutual benefit, regional stability

IANS | May 18, 2026 5:19 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 18 (IANS) Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday stated that Malaysia will continue to strengthen its good relationship with India for mutual benefit, regional stability, and more inclusive prosperity for both countries.

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Rotterdam as final stop

IANS | May 18, 2026 5:08 PM

Amsterdam, May 18 (IANS) The hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius arrived at the Dutch port of Rotterdam on Monday for disinfection, concluding a voyage that had drawn the attention of international health authorities.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Hanoi on two-day Vietnam visit

IANS | May 18, 2026 4:28 PM

Hanoi, May 18 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Hanoi Monday afternoon on a two-day visit to Vietnam, marking 10 years of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations which was upgraded to Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the State Visit of the Vietnamese President To Lam, earlier this month.

PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian community in Norway

IANS | May 18, 2026 2:48 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) The Indian community in Norway gave a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived in Oslo for a State visit.

Confident my visit will strengthen India-Norway friendship: PM Modi

IANS | May 18, 2026 2:27 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed gratitude to his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store for welcoming him at the airport and expressed confidence that his visit will strengthen the friendship between two nations.

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PM Modi conferred with 32nd global honour — Grand Cross of Royal Norwegian Order of Merit

PM Modi's Oslo visit reflects growing partnership, shared ambitions: Norwegian PM

India-Norway Green Strategic Partnership will benefit entire world: PM Modi

India, Japan discuss ways to advance people-to-people exchanges, issues of mutual interest

IOS Sagar's visit to Sri Lanka reinforces shared commitment towards regional peace: Indian Navy

Malaysian PM vows to strengthen 'good relationship' with India for mutual benefit, regional stability

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Rotterdam as final stop

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Hanoi on two-day Vietnam visit

PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian community in Norway

Confident my visit will strengthen India-Norway friendship: PM Modi

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