Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel marked a "significant milestone," focusing on high-tech AI, quantum computing, and maritime heritage. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri described the "exceptional" 24-hour trip as a productive bridge for the next phase of India-Israel relations
Israeli PM Netanyahu hailed PM Modi's visit as "extraordinarily moving," noting there wasn't a "dry eye" after his Knesset speech. The leaders signed key agreements on economy and security, emphasising a shared future rooted in innovation, water conservation, and agriculture to benefit th
As applause echoed through the chamber, Israeli lawmakers rose to acknowledge the Indian leader, capping his address with the conferment of the prestigious "Speaker of the Knesset Medal", the highest honour awarded by the Israeli Parliament.
Conversations surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit did not just captivate the streets of Israel or the halls of the Knesset, where he delivered a historic address on Wednesday, but also dominated the digital discourse across the country.
Rajnath Singh and Shivraj Singh Chouhan congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on receiving the Speaker of the Knesset medal by the Knesset, one of the highest parliamentary honours of Israel.
The Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was bestowed with the Medal of the Knesset, becoming the first recipient of the honour.
Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, described Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit as "a peak in our relations," saying the leaders held extensive talks, focusing on upgrading defence cooperation and expanding collaboration into emerging technologies.
The Prime Minister, who addressed Special Plenary of the Knesset on Wednesday, also spoke about the defence cooperation between the two countries and said "a strong defence partnership between trusted partners like India and Israel is of vital importance" in an uncertain world.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday surprised his Indian counterpart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, by wearing traditional Indian attire ahead of their joint dinner.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday travelled together to see an exhibition which showcases strides made in the world of technology.