Indian diaspora

November 23, 2024 12:05 PM

PM Modi urges Indian diaspora to participate in ‘Bharat Ko Janiye’ quiz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited on Saturday the Indian community members residing abroad to participate in the 'Bharat Ko Janiye' quiz, aiming to strengthen the connection between the country and its diaspora abroad. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi posted, "Strengthening the bond with our diaspora! Urge the Indian community abroad and friends from other countries to take part in the Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz!" "This quiz deepens the connect between India and its diaspora worldwide....

November 20, 2024 1:09 PM

PM Modi thanks Indian diaspora in Guyana for warm welcome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Indian diaspora in Guyana for their spirited welcome as he arrived in Georgetown for the final leg of his three-nation visit. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "A heartfelt thank you to the Indian community in Guyana for their warm and spirited welcome. They have shown that distance is never a barrier to staying connected to one's roots. Glad to see the community making a mark here across different sectors." In addition, leaders...

November 4, 2024 4:22 PM

Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian consulate in Brisbane, highlights strengthening India-Australia ties

India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, highlighted the deepening bilateral ties between India and Australia during the inauguration of a new Indian consulate in Brisbane on Monday. He described the opening as a "landmark moment" in the evolving partnership between the two nations. The consulate is expected to play a vital role in addressing the needs of the expanding Indian community in Queensland, where a considerable number of Indian students are pursuing higher education. Jaish...

October 22, 2024 8:32 PM

PM Modi receives a warm welcome from Indian diaspora in Russia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with an enthusiastic reception by members of the Indian diaspora and Russian citizens upon his arrival in Kazan. Crowds gathered to welcome the Prime Minister, singing Hindi songs and chanting patriotic slogans like "Vande Mataram" and "Bharat Mata ki Jai." Dressed in traditional Indian attire, attendees waved Indian flags and held placards praising the Prime Minister. PM Modi acknowledged the warm gesture with folded hands, expressing gratitude for the ...

October 3, 2024 4:02 PM

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal engages with business leaders and Indian diaspora during U.S. visit

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal engaged with key business leaders and members of the Indian diaspora during the second day of his U.S. visit, aiming to strengthen economic ties and encourage investment in India. Goyal met with leading investors, including Robert Goldstein, Chief Operating Officer of BlackRock; Anup Popat, Chairman and CEO of Systems Technology Group; Sanjiv Ahuja, CEO of Tillman Holdings; Shailesh Upreti, CEO of C4V; and Ali Dibadj, CEO of Janus Henderson Inve...

September 24, 2024 8:42 AM

US has long endorsed permanent UNSC seats for India, Germany, Japan: Antony Blinken

Affirming support for the reformation of United Nations Security Council to better represent the developing world, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that the United States has long endorsed permanent seats in the council for India, Japan and Germany. Speaking at the 'Summit of the Future' at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York on Monday (local time), Blinken put forward the US' idea of two permanent seats for Africa, one rotating seat for Small Island Developing States...

September 24, 2024 8:25 AM

Prime Minister Modi departs for India wrapping three-day US visit

Following his three-day visit to the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned for India on Monday (local time) from John F Kennedy Airport in New York. During his three-day visit, PM Modi attended the QUAD Leaders' Summit, interacted with the Indian diaspora in New York at the 'Modi and US' event, and addressed the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly. Along with that, he held key bilateral meetings during his visit, including meetings with Ukraine's President Volodymy...

September 23, 2024 2:26 AM

India is voice of Global South; the world listens when we speak: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's growing influence on the global stage during his address to the Indian diaspora in New York, asserting that "the world listens when India speaks." Highlighting India's role as a significant voice for the Global South, PM Modi said, "When India articulates a stance on a global platform, the world pays attention. Recently, when I stated that this is not the era of war, that message resonated deeply." This commitment was exemplified through the Voic...

September 23, 2024 12:30 AM

America-India is the AI Power of the New World: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the strong partnership between India and the United States in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), coining the term "America-India spirit" during his address to the Indian diaspora at the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York. At the "Modi & US" event, PM Modi said, "For the world, AI means artificial intelligence, but for me, AI also means American-Indian spirit. This is the new 'AI' power of the world. I salute the Indian diaspora here." H...

September 23, 2024 12:07 AM

PM Modi calls Indian diaspora ‘Rashtradoot’ in New York address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significant potential and capabilities of the Indian diaspora during his address at the Nassau Coliseum in New York on Sunday. He referred to the diaspora as "Rashtradoot," highlighting their role as strong brand ambassadors for India. In his speech, PM Modi celebrated India's rich diversity and the adaptability of Indians abroad. "I have always understood the capabilities of the Indian diaspora, even before I held any official position. For me, you a...