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PM Modi, Australia's Albanese laud deeper bilateral ties ahead of summit

The two leaders are expected to sign agreements on defence and energy as they seek to expand economic and strategic cooperation

PM Modi invites Australian businesses to invest in India, pushes for CECA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday pitched India as a long-term investment destination for Australian businesses and called for the early conclusion of the proposed bilateral Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA). Modi made the remarks at the Australia-India CEOs Forum and the Economic Roadmap Business event in Melbourne, which he jointly addressed with his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese. The events were attended by leading Indian and Australian CEOs and business leaders, according to India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). In a post on X after addressing the CEOs Forum, Modi said, "Since 2023, this forum has gained remarkable momentum, reflecting the growing confidence in our economic partnership. I thank PM Anthony Albanese for joining the interaction and sharing his vision for taking our economic ties to even greater heights." Modi said he discussed opportunities across sectors such as aviation, transport and logistics, financial services, criti

Private sector enters India's critical minerals race with Indonesia deal

Hyderabad-based Midwest Ltd has become the first Indian private company to secure overseas rare earth assets through an agreement with Indonesia's state-run PERMINAS

PM Modi, Indonesian Prez inaugurate Prambanan Temple restoration project

The Prime Minister offered prayers at the ancient shrine and engaged with officials on site

India to arm Indonesia with Astra, BrahMos missiles in $600 mn deal

India and Indonesia announced 20 outcomes, including a $600-million missile deal, expanded maritime cooperation and agreements spanning trade, critical minerals and digital infrastructure

IIM Bangalore to set up first overseas campus in Indonesia: PM Modi

The proposed campus at Singhasari SEZ in Malang will begin with executive education programmes before introducing degree courses in a second phase

India, Indonesia to jointly develop Sabang Port; sign BrahMos, Astra deals

The agreements, signed during PM Modi's visit to Jakarta, span defence, Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation, critical minerals, and industrial supply chains

PM Modi conferred with Indonesia's highest honour 'Bintang Adipurna'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday conferred with Indonesia's highest honour 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto presented the medal to Modi. "This morning, I have also been conferred with Indonesia's highest honour with immense affection. This honour belongs to the crores of Indians... it belongs to the sentiments of the people of Indonesia, to the historic and intimate ties between India and Indonesia," Prime Minister's Office posted on X. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo Ji, the Government of Indonesia, and the people here: PM @narendramodi," the post said. The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia "Medal of Honour" is the highest honour in the Republic of Indonesia. This award is given to individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity and prosperity of the Republic of Indonesia.

Datanomics: PM Modi's three-nation trip to boost economic engagement

PM Modi begins Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand tour as India seeks stronger trade and investment ties despite weak FY26 trade and FDI numbers

PM Modi arrives in Jakarta to further strengthen India's Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day visit to Indonesia will focus on defence cooperation, critical minerals, maritime security, digital payments and healthcare collaboration

PM Modi arrives in Indonesia to further strengthen India's Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour, aimed at further strengthening India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Modi was welcomed at the airport by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Ahead of his departure from Delhi, Modi said his visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand will further strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision as well as "our outlook towards a free and open Indo-Pacific." MAHASAGAR, or Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions, is India's vision of security and growth for all regions. "India and Indonesia elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during my first visit to Indonesia in 2018," he said. The prime minister said this would be his first bilateral visit since the elevation of the bilateral ties and comes after President Prabowo's state visit to India as the chief gues

PM Modi embarks on 3-nation tour to strengthen India's Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday left for a three-nation tour of Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, saying the visit will further strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Modi will visit Indonesia from July 6-8, Australia from July 8-10, and New Zealand from July 10-11, with the tour aimed at deepening bilateral ties. "My visit to Indonesia and Australia in the Eastern and Southern Indian Ocean respectively, followed by New Zealand will further strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision as well as our outlook towards a free and open Indo-Pacific," Modi said in a departure statement. MAHASAGAR, or Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions, is India's vision of security and growth for all regions. At the invitation of the President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto, Modi said he will be visiting Indonesia from July 6-8. "India and Indonesia elevated bilateral ties to a ...

Syama Prasad Mookerjee: A life devoted to India's unity and progress

'While destiny placed before Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee a path of privilege, his conscience led him towards one of sacrifice and national service'

Act East: Ocean diplomacy at centre of PM Narendra Modi's 3-nation tour

Modi's visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand is likely to boost trade, defence and maritime security ties

'Commercial chipmaking in Sanand validation of India's long-term vision'

CG Semi has commenced commercial production at its G1 OSAT facility in Sanand, Gujarat

PM Modi's Indonesia visit key to rules-based Indo-Pacific order: Experts

Eight years after his last bilateral visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Indonesia this week - at a time, experts say, the Indo-Pacific needs New Delhi and Jakarta to work closely together. "India and Indonesia occupy pivotal geographic positions at either end of the Indian Ocean and both have an interest in preserving a stable, inclusive and rules-based regional order," said Fitriani, senior analyst with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute. Hadza Min Fadhli Robby, associate professor at Islamic University of Indonesia, said: "A stable and secure regional order will help the Indian economy to thrive amidst possible instability in both West Asia and the South China Sea." Modi will travel to Indonesia from July 6 to 8 - his fourth visit to the country but first bilateral trip since May 2018, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said at a briefing last week in New Delhi. Modi will hold talks with President Prabowo Subianto, address the diaspora in Jakarta and vi

Australia probes threat to PM Modi ahead of Melbourne visit next week

Australian authorities are investigating an online threat against PM Modi ahead of his Melbourne visit, with police examining the source of the post and security agencies reviewing the matter

India building complete electronics value chain, says PM at OSAT launch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India is building the entire electronics value chain from products and components to semiconductors which is the country's roadmap to 'Viksit Bharat' (developed India). The PM, who inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility here, also said that India's youth will power AI, robotics and next-gen tech revolution with Made in India chips. "The expansion of the semiconductor industry in India did not happen overnight. It is the next step in the electronics revolution that has taken place in India over the past decade," he said as he was handed the first semiconductor chips made at the company, to be exported to Japan. "First products, then components and now semiconductors....India is building the entire electronics value chain. This is the roadmap to Viksit Bharat. This is the next phase of Make in India," Modi noted. The government's goal is to build a complete semiconductor ecosystem in India,

PM Modi greets Trump, people of US on 250th anniversary of independence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted President Donald Trump and the people of the United States on the 250th anniversary of America's independence and said the two countries' shared belief in democracy and the rule of law, and the limitless potential of their people make the friendship a force for global good. Modi asserted that India and the United States share more than a strategic partnership. "On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend my warmest congratulations to President Trump and the people of the United States on the historic 250th anniversary of your Independence," the prime minster said in a post on X. He said the shared belief of India and the US in democracy and the rule of law, and the limitless potential of "our people make our friendship a force for global good". "May the next 250 years bring even greater prosperity, peace and progress for America and take the India-US partnership to new heights," he said. Trump ushered in the 250th anniversary of Amer

India navigated energy crisis with little burden on citizens: PM Modi

India successfully navigated one of the biggest global energy crises through proactive policies, diversified fuel sourcing, and strong diplomatic ties, with minimal burden on citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. The prime minister was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a refinery in Pachpadra of Balotra district. He also laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects. Modi said India expanded its energy imports significantly during the West Asia crisis. "When the crisis began, India was importing energy from about 25-26 countries. During the crisis, we increased this to more than 40 countries," he said, attributing the turnaround to India's diplomacy. He said oil companies incurred losses of over Rs 75,000 crore between April and June due to rising global prices, but the government absorbed the burden. "We reduced excise duty by Rs 10 per litre and ensured that the burden on citizens did not increase significantly," he said. Rumours were spr