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Guterres urges G20 nations to take lead on global challenges

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged the G20 nations to take lead in addressing global challenges, including achieving peace in war-ridden regions such as Gaza, Lebanon, Ukraine, and Sudan.

2024-11-18T07:46:29.165750+00:00 IST

PM Modi lauds vibrant Indian culture display in Brazil

PM Modi appreciated the display of vibrant Indian culture in Brazil as he was warmly welcomed in Rio.

2024-11-18T05:23:36.351897+00:00 IST

Brazil welcomes PM Modi with vedic chants ahead of G20 summit

Brazilian Vedic scholars welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi by chanting Vedic mantras upon his arrival to Brazil for the G20 summit on Monday.

2024-11-18T04:17:42.154148+00:00 IST

PM Modi's vibrant Brazil welcome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a lively welcome from the Indian diaspora in Brazil as he arrived for the G20 Leaders' Summit. He was greeted with a dandiya ceremony, Vedic chants, and heartfelt gifts. PM Modi expressed gratitude on X and emphasised India's ongoing commitment to the Global South's priorities.

2024-11-18T03:26:56.681972+00:00 IST

"Trade between India-Brazil is USD 15 bn"

Executive Director of India-Brazil Chamber of Commerce Leonardo Ananda Gomes highlighted the successful bilateral trade between the two countries, which as of now has crossed the USD 15 billion mark.

2024-11-18T01:44:26.422626+00:00 IST

UAE participates in fourth G20 Sherpa Meeting

A UAE delegation headed by Saleh Al Suwaidi, UAE Ambassador to Brazil and the UAE Sous Sherpa to the G20, participated in the Fourth G20 Sherpa Meeting in Rio de Janeiro between 12th and 17th November 2024.

2024-11-18T01:33:28.063350+00:00 IST

PM Modi lands in Brazil to attend G2O Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro on Monday on the second leg of his three-nation visit to attend the 19th edition of the G20 Leaders' Summit.

2024-11-18T01:15:10.403245+00:00 IST

Brazilian Vedic scholars to chant 'mantras' to welcome PM Modi 

Brazilian Vedic scholars set to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi by chanting Vedic mantras upon his arrival to Brazil for the G20 summit on Monday.

2024-11-18T00:45:20.374004+00:00 IST

PM Modi highlights the role of Indian diaspora community in making a "Viksit Bharat"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted on Sunday how India has increased its defence exports by almost 30 times, and that the country exports defence equipment to more than 100 countries while addressing the Indian diaspora community in Nigeria.

2024-11-17T18:40:39.963927+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi heads to Brazil for 19th G20 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his journey to Brazil from Abuja, Nigeria, marking the second leg of his significant three-nation tour. During his visit to Brazil, PM Modi will attend the 19th G20 Leaders' Summit, scheduled to take place from November 18-19.

2024-11-17T18:24:44.898339+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi concludes Nigeria visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday concluded his visit to Nigeria, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 17 years. During his trip, PM Modi held a fruitful discussion with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, focusing on strengthening their partnership in sectors like defence, technology, health, and education.

2024-11-17T18:17:55.933822+00:00 IST

"NRIs feel good": Indian diaspora in Nigeria after PM's address

The Indian diaspora in Nigeria expressed their happiness after Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the community in Abuja on Sunday during his Nigeria visit on the first leg of his three-nation tour.

2024-11-17T17:57:42.025795+00:00 IST

"Mai Bharat ki mitti ki mehak lekar aaya hu": PM Modi in Nigeria

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "This is my first visit to Nigeria as Prime Minister. This affection is a big capital for me. To spend time with you - this moment will remain with me, all my life... 'Mai akela nahi aaya hun, mai apne sath Bharat ki mitti ki mehak lekar aaya hu.'"

2024-11-17T16:47:46.960254+00:00 IST

Strong commitment from India-Nigeria on Global South: MEA

MEA Secretary (ER) Dammu Ravi said, "In the context of Global South, there is a very strong commitment from both leaders to deepen this understanding on the agenda of development which is very dear to the Global South, is taken forward and the global discourse is built on it."

2024-11-17T15:12:16.942178+00:00 IST

PM Modi receives Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger

After being conferred with Nigeria's highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the honour will continue to inspire him to elevate the India-Nigeria strategic partnership to new heights.

2024-11-17T14:47:37.312719+00:00 IST

Indian diaspora in Nigeria warmly welcomes PM Modi

The Indian diaspora community in Nigeria warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday as he landed in the country for his state visit.

2024-11-17T13:46:52.535348+00:00 IST

"Had a very productive discussion with President Tinubu": PM Modi

"Had a very productive discussion with President Tinubu. We talked about adding momentum to our strategic partnership. There is immense scope for ties to flourish even further in sectors like defence, energy, technology, trade, health, education and more," PM Modi said in a post on social media platform X.

2024-11-17T13:27:19.840333+00:00 IST

PM Modi announces 20 tons of humanitarian aid to Nigeria

"On behalf of 140 crore Indians, I express condolences over the loss of lives due to flood in Nigeria last month. In support of relief works, India is sending 20 tons of humanitarian aid," PM Modi said during a meeting with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja.

2024-11-17T12:37:02.636741+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The two leaders held a meeting at the President's House in Abuja.

2024-11-17T11:03:27.866444+00:00 IST

PM Modi to be honoured with Nigeria's 2nd highest national honour

This makes PM Modi the second foreign dignitary to receive this honour. Queen Elizabeth is the only other foreign dignitary who was awarded the GCON, in 1969.

2024-11-17T06:34:02.340186+00:00 IST

"Indian companies are second largest employers": Indian HC

Notably, over 200 Indian companies have invested over USD 27 billion in Nigeria, making them the second-largest employers after the Nigerian government.

2024-11-17T02:29:39.954373+00:00 IST