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United News of India
15 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
PM Modi terms visit to Croatia a special one; is welcomed by Indian diaspora, Sanskrit chants
Zagreb (Croatia), June 18 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today termed his visit to Croatia as a special one, it being the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to the central European nation. He thanked Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming him at the airport. In a post on X, the PM said: 'A short while ago, landed in Zagreb, Croatia. This is a special visit, the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to a valued European partner. I am grateful to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport.' The Indian community also gave a rousing welcome to the PM. 'Croatia's Indian community has contributed to Croatia's progress and also remained in touch with their roots in India. In Zagreb, I interacted with some members of the Indian community, who accorded me an unforgettable welcome. There is immense enthusiasm among the Indian community here about this visit and its impact in making the bond between our nations stronger than ever before!' Later, the PM was treated to the chanting of Sanskrit shlokas by a group in Zagreb. The PM who was seen appreciating the chanting, posted on X: 'The bonds of culture are strong and vibrant! Here is a part of the welcome in Zagreb. Happy to see Indian culture has so much respect in Croatia' The two nations are expected to sign a number of memorandums and bilateral agreements across various sectors, including agriculture, culture, and education, during the talks between Prime Minister Modi and Croatian PM Plenkovic. In the evening, the PM is to meet President Zoran Milanović. 'India is one of Croatia's most important partners in Asia. This is a historic, first visit by an Indian Prime Minister. It is the world's most populous country, with 1.44 billion people,' said PM Plenković at a government session on Wednesday. He described the bilateral relations between the two countries as good and 'on the rise,' adding that Modi is visiting Croatia at his invitation, following the G7 summit in Canada. India officially recognised Croatia in May 1992, and diplomatic relations were established in July of the same year. Croatia and India have rarely exchanged visits at the highest level. President Stjepan Mesić paid an official visit to India in 2002, and then-President of India Ram Nath Kovind made a return visit in 2019. According to data, trade between the two countries from January to November 2024 amounted to approximately USD 306 million, with Croatia running a significant trade deficit. UNI RN


United News of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
The Armed forces are giving an adequate and appropriate response to these violations: FS Misri
More News This is a breach of the understanding arrived at earlier today We call upon Pakistan to take appropriate steps to address these violations and deal with the situation with seriousness and responsibility: FS 10 May 2025 | 11:10 PM UNI RN. see more.. There have been repeated violations of the understanding arrived at between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan: Foreign Secretary Misri 10 May 2025 | 11:08 PM UNI RN. see more.. US says India, Pakistan ceasefire agreement was 'brokered' by Washington 10 May 2025 | 8:40 PM Washington/New Delhi, May 10 (UNI) The US today said the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan was "brokered" by Washington. see more.. India, Pakistan reach ceasefire agreement; US claims credit but New Delhi differs 10 May 2025 | 8:12 PM New Delhi, May 10 (UNI) In a huge development, India and Pakistan today agreed to a 'full and immediate ceasefire', bringing to an end the intense and extensive three-day military confrontation between the two nuclear neighbours that had triggered global concerns. see more.. Will adhere to ceasefire, but any escalation by Pak will invite a decisive response: Indian armed forces 10 May 2025 | 7:57 PM New Delhi, May 10 (UNI) As India and Pakistan announced an immediate ceasefire, the Indian armed forces on Saturday said that while they would adhere to the understanding they remain ever ready and any escalation by Pakistan will invite a decisive response. see more..


United News of India
26-04-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Pahalgam: Iranian President, UAE President speak to PM Modi to strongly condemn terror attack
New Delhi, Apr 26 (UNI) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed called up Prime Minister Narendra Modi today during which they strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and agreed that terrorism should be rejected in all its forms and manifestations. On the call from Iranian President Pezeshkian, the MEA spokesperson said that PM Modi also conveyed his condolences for the loss of lives in the explosion in Bandar Abbas today. 'President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran @drpezeshkian called PM @narendramodi and strongly condemned the terror attack in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and conveyed his condolences for the victims. 'Both leaders agreed that there could be no justification for such acts of terror and all those who believe in humanity must stand together in the fight against terrorism. 'PM shared the anger and anguish of the people of India and their resolve to deal with those behind the terror attack and their supporters, firmly and decisively. 'PM also conveyed his condolences for the loss of lives in the explosion in Bandar Abbas today and wished speedy recovery for those injured.' On the call from the UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed, the MEA spokesperson said that the UAE leader expressed full solidarity and support with India. 'President HH @MohamedBinZayed of UAE called PM @narendramodi and conveyed condolences on the loss of lives in the barbaric terror attack on the Indian soil of Jammu & Kashmir. 'He strongly condemned the attack and expressed full solidarity and support with India. PM appreciated his sentiments and words of sympathy and support. 'Both leaders agreed that terrorism should be rejected in all its forms and manifestations. PM conveyed India's strong resolve to bring the perpetrators of the heinous crime and their supporters to justice.' Yesterday, PM Modi received calls from Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Netherlands PM Dick Schoof, all of who strongly condemned the terror attack. Earlier, on Thursday, PM Modi received phone calls from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, King Abdullah of Jordan, Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and Egyptian President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi, conveying their support for India over the Pahalgam terror attack. US President Donald Trump called up PM Modi within hours of the April 22 attack to strongly condemn the gunning down of 26 tourists in Pahalgam. UNI RN


United News of India
25-04-2025
- Health
- United News of India
India sends USD2 mn worth medicines, vaccines to Nepal on request
New Delhi, Apr 25 (UNI) India today sent a consignment of medicines and vaccines for patients with Thalassemia and Sickle-Cell Disease, worth $2 million, on a request from Nepal. The MEA spokesperson said in a post on X, that the first tranche of 17,030 vials of Vaccines for Immunization of patients with Thalassemia was handed over to Nepal. 'Reaffirming India's commitment to #NeighbourhoodFirst Policy. 'India sends assistance consisting of medicines and vaccines for patients with Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease worth $2 million, responding to a request from Nepal. 'The 1st tranche of 17,030 vials of Vaccines for Immunization of patients with Thalassemia was handed over to Nepal.' UNI RN