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Only India helped Sri Lanka, Maldives during crisis: RSS Chief Bhagwat

It was only India which helped Sri Lanka and Maldives when these countries were in distress while other countries were interested in finding business opportunities, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said here on Thursday. Spirituality is the "soul of India", he said, addressing a program organized by Bharat Vikas Manch, an organization associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). "Spirituality is the soul of India. What does India need to do? It is to tell everyone how to live life on the basis of this spirituality through our own example," he said. "Living life without ego" was the soul of India, he added. Countries like China, United States and Pakistan turned their attention to Sri Lanka when they saw business opportunities there, he said. "But now when Sri Lanka is in trouble, who is extending help? It is only India. Who sent water to the Maldives when it was facing a water crisis? It was India which did. This is the spiritual India," he said. Talking about all-round ...

Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives stand neck-deep in Chinese debt: Forbes

The world's low-income countries owe 37 per cent of their debt to China in 2022, compared to just 24 per cent in bilateral debts to the rest of the world

Maldives reaffirms commitment to One-China policy, to issue no statement

The Maldives government has reaffirmed its commitment to the One-China policy, but said that it would not issue any official statement on it

India, Maldives ink six agreements to broad-base ties in key areas

PM Modi asserted that New Delhi has been and will continue to be the "first responder" to any need or crisis facing the island nation

PM Modi holds talks with visiting Maldivian President Mohamed Solih

PM Modi and visiting Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih held extensive talks with an aim to ramp up overall bilateral strategic ties including in areas of trade and investment

Extending export credit in rupee can boost its acceptability: Experts

However, the rupee can truly become internationalised only when it becomes freely convertible on capital account, they say

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Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa flees to Maldives in military aircraft

Rajapaksa landed at the Velana International Airport in the Maldives early Wednesday

JLF's Maldives outing: From Jaipur to London, the lit fest is going places

At most foreign editions, JLF makes some attempt to encourage discussions on issues directly concerning the host city

ADB considering loan to Maldives bank to help nation's MSMEs: Ashok Lavasa

'What the ADB is trying to do is to incorporate elements of sustainability in tourism infrastructure,' he said

'Time-tested' India-Maldives relationship is a 'force for stability': EAM

The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and the bilateral defence and security ties have been on an upward trajectory in the last few years

EAM S Jaishankar begins five-day visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar embarked on a five-day visit to the Maldives and Sri Lanka on Saturday to explore the possibilities of further expansion of bilateral engagement

EAM Jaishankar on 4-day visit to Maldives and Sri Lanka starting today

Jaishankar will be visiting the Addu city in the Maldives, during which he will call on President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and hold discussions with his Maldivian counterpart Abdulla Shahid

Maldives ex-president Yameen plots comeback with 'India Out' campaign

A former Maldives president jailed on corruption charges has returned to politics with a campaign against Indian influence in the country, worrying New Delhi, which is battling China

India's Suresh Raina gets 'Sports Icon' award from Maldives govt

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina was felicitated with prestigious 'Sports Icon' award at Maldives Sports Awards 2022 by Maldives government, was nominated alongside 16 international sportspersons

Maldivian president thanks India for 'generous aid' during Covid pandemic

Maldivian President Ibrahim Solih has thanked India for its help during the Covid pandemic, highlighting that India donated vaccines and generously aided the island nation on many occasions

India, Maldives to strengthen professional capabilities in audit fields

During the meeting, Murmu emphasised the role of technology in today's rapidly changing world, which constantly create fresh avenues for audit and make audits more efficient

Reliance Jio's IAX undersea cable system to land in Maldives

The high capacity and high-speed IAX system will connect Hulhumale, Maldives directly with world's major internet hubs in India and Singapore.

Maldives President tests Covid positive, Modi sends message

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Solih a speedy recovery and assured him that India is always with Maldives in this Covid pandemic situation.

Chinese foreign minister to visit Maldives, Sri Lanka to shore up ties

The foreign minister's visit to the two South Asian countries come at the 50th anniversary of China-Maldives diplomatic relations, 65th anniversary of China-Sri Lanka diplomatic relations