Restoring shared heritage: PM Modi’s visit to historic Prambanan Temple strengthens India’s cultural diplomacy

July 8, 2026 1:26 PM

Restoring shared heritage: PM Modi’s visit to historic Prambanan Temple strengthens India’s cultural diplomacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday jointly inaugurated the India-backed conservation and restoration project at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta, marking a major milestone in India-Indonesia cultural cooperation and civilisational diplomacy. Accompanied by President Prabowo, PM Modi also offered prayers at the nearly 1,000-year-old Hindu temple complex in Yogyakarta on the Indonesian island of Java. The res...

PM Modi shares aerial view of ‘majestic’ Prambanan Temple

July 8, 2026 10:51 AM

PM Modi shares aerial view of ‘majestic’ Prambanan Temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared an aerial view of the majestic Prambanan Temple in Indonesia as he travelled to the UNESCO World Heritage site in Yogyakarta. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "On the way to the Prambanan Temple from Yogyakarta with President Prabowo Subianto." On Tuesday, PM Modi said that India will assist in the conservation and restoration of the over 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, reaffirming the deep civilisational and cultural ties between In...

PM Modi highlights ‘strong and vibrant’ India-Indonesia ties as landmark agreements deepen partnership

July 8, 2026 10:59 AM

PM Modi highlights ‘strong and vibrant’ India-Indonesia ties as landmark agreements deepen partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the growing strength of India-Indonesia relations during his ongoing State Visit to Indonesia, describing the partnership between the two countries as "strong and vibrant" while sharing key moments from the visit. The highlights included his grand ceremonial welcome in Jakarta, the conferment of Indonesia's highest civilian honour, his historic address to the Indonesian Parliament, high-level bilateral talks with President Prabowo Subianto, ...

PM Modi becomes first Indian Prime Minister to address Indonesian Parliament, calls for deeper strategic partnership

July 7, 2026 5:25 PM

PM Modi becomes first Indian Prime Minister to address Indonesian Parliament, calls for deeper strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday became the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Parliament of Indonesia, calling for a new era in bilateral relations anchored in shared civilisational heritage, democratic values and a common vision for the future. Addressing Indonesian lawmakers in Jakarta, PM Modi thanked Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his presence and Parliament Speaker Puan Maharani for her invitation, while extending greetings on behalf of the 1.4 billion people of ...

PM Modi’s global honours tally reaches 35 with Indonesia’s highest civilian award

July 7, 2026 3:56 PM

PM Modi’s global honours tally reaches 35 with Indonesia’s highest civilian award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tally of international honours has risen to 35 after Indonesia conferred upon him its highest civilian award, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia', recognising his contribution to strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "I accept the Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia with great humility. This honour belongs to the people of India. It reflects the warmth and affection of the people of Indonesi...

PM Modi’s Indonesia visit yields 20 outcomes, including cooperation on BrahMos missile systems

July 7, 2026 1:18 PM

PM Modi’s Indonesia visit yields 20 outcomes, including cooperation on BrahMos missile systems

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Indonesia saw announcement of 20 major outcomes, including agreements on defence, space, healthcare, agriculture, technology and critical minerals, as India and Indonesia agreed to further deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The outcomes comprise 14 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements along with six major announcements spanning strategic, economic, technological and cultural cooperation. During bilateral talks at the Ista...

PM Modi, President Prabowo Subianto hold wide-ranging talks to deepen India-Indonesia strategic partnership

July 7, 2026 3:58 PM

PM Modi, President Prabowo Subianto hold wide-ranging talks to deepen India-Indonesia strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto held wide-ranging bilateral talks in Jakarta on Tuesday, agreeing to expand cooperation across defence, maritime security, trade, technology, healthcare, agriculture and emerging technologies, while reaffirming their shared commitment to peace, prosperity and a free, open Indo-Pacific. The meeting at Istana Merdeka, the Presidential Palace, marked PM Modi's first bilateral visit to Indonesia since the two countries elevated ...

PM Modi conferred Indonesia’s highest civilian honour ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’

July 7, 2026 3:55 PM

PM Modi conferred Indonesia’s highest civilian honour ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday conferred Indonesia's highest civilian honour, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' (Star of the Republic of Indonesia), by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during his official visit to Jakarta. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "I accept the Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia with great humility. This honour belongs to the people of India. It reflects the warmth and affection of the people of Indonesia. It is also a tribute...