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Hindi gains global prominence, fosters inclusivity: UN envoys
UN ambassadors have lauded Hindi's global rise, emphasizing its role in fostering inclusivity and connecting people worldwide. The event, commemorating Hindi Diwas, highlighted the language's widespread use, with over 600 million speakers, and its contribution to cultural exchange and economic growth.
India does not have expansionist attitude: PM Modi in Guyana Parliament
During his address to the Parliament of Guyana, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for international collaboration in space and maritime domains. He emphasized India's commitment to global partnership and support for developing nations, contrasting it with self-serving expansionist approaches. Modi highlighted the importance of democracy and prioritizing human welfare in shaping a new world order.
Space and sea should be subjects of 'universal cooperation', not universal conflict: PM Modi in Guyana
During his visit to Guyana, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for global cooperation, emphasizing the principles of 'Democracy First, Humanity First.' He stressed the need for a new global order led by the Global South, advocating for space and sea to be areas of collaboration rather than conflict.
India eager to deepen cooperation with Caribbean countries across various sectors: PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a visit to Guyana, emphasized India's commitment to strengthening ties with Caribbean nations. Modi's trip, the first by an Indian head of state in over 50 years, included meetings with CARICOM leaders and the signing of agreements to bolster cooperation in areas like economics, agriculture, and healthcare.
PM Modi arrives in Guyana to unprecedented welcome, handed over key to key to Georgetown city
PM Narendra Modi arrived in Guyana, marking the first visit by an Indian PM in 56 years. He received a warm welcome from President Mohamed Irfaan Ali and cabinet ministers. PM Modi is scheduled to address Guyana's parliament and participate in the India-CARICOM Summit to strengthen bilateral ties and explore partnerships in various sectors.
PM Modi to be conferred with top awards of Guyana and Barbados
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to receive Guyana's highest national award, "The Order of Excellence," and Barbados's prestigious Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados. This brings his total international awards tally to 19. Modi, the first Indian PM to visit Guyana in over five decades, will address Guyana's parliament and participate in the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit.
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"Heartwarming": PM Modi on Indian diaspora's grand welcome in Nigeria
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Nigeria, the first leg of his three-nation tour. Modi expressed his delight at the vibrant reception and highlighted the excitement surrounding his visit, emphasizing the strengthening of India-Nigeria ties.
PM Narendra Modi departs for 5-day tour of Nigeria, Brazil, Guyana
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a five-day trip to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana. His itinerary includes strengthening strategic partnerships, attending the G20 Summit, and engaging with the Indian diaspora. This marks the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana in over five decades.
France elections: France's exceptionally high-stakes election has begun, far-right leads pre-election polls
France elections: Voters in mainland France start casting ballots in a critical legislative election that may lead to far-right control, impacting Europe's financial markets, support for Ukraine, and the management of France's nuclear arsenal and global military forces. The two-round election began in overseas territories and on the mainland at 8 a.m. Sunday, with initial projections due at 8 p.m. and official results later that night.
Tharman Shanmugaratnam joins growing list of Indian-origin leaders dominating world politics
Tharman Shanmugaratnam's victory in Singapore's presidential election adds him to a growing list of Indian-origin leaders in important world capitals. This trend is seen in the US with Kamala Harris becoming the first woman and person of color to hold the position of Vice President. Additionally, Rishi Sunak became Britain's first Indian-origin Prime Minister, and leaders of Indian heritage hold positions.
Rupee goes international: Journey of Indian currency since 1947
The internationalisation of the rupee gathered steam following the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) announcement of a mechanism to settle payments for international trade in rupees, especially for India's exports. The RBI allowed invoicing and payments for international trade in Indian Rupee on July 11, 2022.
FACTBOX-How the EU ban on Russian crude affects oil flows
The EU imposed a ban on seaborne Russian crude oil imports from Dec. 5 and G7 countries set a price cap on Russian seaborne exports at $60 per barrel over Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022
How the EU's ban on Russian crude affects oil flows
The EU imposed a ban on maritime Russian crude oil imports from Dec. 5 and G7 countries set a price cap on Russian seaborne exports at $60 per barrel. The sanctions follow Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
PM Modi to inaugurate Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention in Indore
PM Modi in a tweet on Sunday said, "Looking forward to being in the vibrant city of Indore tomorrow, 9th January to mark Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. This is a great opportunity to deepen the connect with our diaspora, which has distinguished itself globally."
Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Union minister Anurag Thakur asks young diaspora to innovate, invest in India
Union Information & Broadcasting and Youth Affairs Minister Anurag Thakur on Sunday appealed to the young Indian diaspora to innovate, invest and initiate their ideas in India.
View: The power and pitfalls of unlikely activism
Greta Thunberg has shown how the change allows arguments to be reframed in a favourable way. Far from trying to conceal her Asperger¡¯s she claims it as a super-power.
PM Narendra Modi is not China's Deng Xiaoping and he will never be
Labour and land laws will test Narendra Modi's dream of building a highspeed train network and 100 new cities.
Kiren Rijiju asks youths of Indian diaspora to be part of country's growth story
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju Saturday asked the youths of Indian diaspora to be part of the country's growth story and become ambassadors to spread the message of development here.
Indian-origin campaigner named UK's most influential black person
Miller, born Gina Nadira Singh in British Guiana (now Guyana) to Guyana's former Attorney-General Doodnauth Singh, has been a vocal campaigner as part of a 'Best for Britain' drive.
East Indian summer: Two Surinamers revisit their Indian roots
Vice-president of the South American republic since 2015, Adhin was the chief guest at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) in Bengaluru recently.
Suriname hopes ayurveda will propel its economy to path of prosperity
Suriname Vice President Ashwin Adhin looks at ways to help his people hit by commodities crash.
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