Indian diaspora

April 22, 2026 10:51 AM

Rajnath Singh engages Indian diaspora in Berlin, highlights role in strengthening India-Germany ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday interacted with members of the Indian diaspora in Berlin, describing the community as a vital link in deepening ties between India and Germany. Addressing a gathering on the first day of his three-day visit, Singh praised the nearly 300,000-strong Indian community in Germany for its contributions across sectors such as business, technology, healthcare, academia, and the arts. He termed the diaspora the “strongest bridge” connecting the two nations a...

February 26, 2026 5:51 PM

PM Modi praises ‘I Love My India’ performance by Divyang artistes in Israel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the performance of the song "I Love My India" by a band of specially-abled artistes. PM Modi said that the performance reflected the shared heritage and enduring bonds between India and Israel. In a post on X, PM Modi described the performance as "a memorable performance of the song 'I Love My India' by a remarkable ensemble of Divyang artists, bringing together Indian-origin Jews and Israeli citizens. This beautifully celebrates the shared heri...

February 25, 2026 10:05 PM

“Our heart is still Indian”: Diaspora in Israel hails PM Modi’s visit as a ‘poignant reminder’ of lifelong bonds

The historic visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel has evoked deep emotional resonance among the Indian diaspora, as members of the community shared personal encounters and expressed their pride in the flourishing bilateral relationship. The visit serves as a poignant reminder of the long-standing bond between the two nations, underscored by the personal histories of those who call both India and Israel home. A long-time resident originally from Gujarat reflected on the generational ...

January 9, 2026 2:47 PM

Indian diaspora a powerful bridge between India and the world: PM Modi on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the global Indian community on the occasion of Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas, underlining that the Indian diaspora continues to serve as a powerful bridge between India and the rest of the world. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Warm greetings on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas. The Indian diaspora remains a powerful bridge between India and the world. They have enriched societies wherever they went and, at the same time, stayed connected ...

January 7, 2026 9:17 AM

EAM Jaishankar meets Indian diaspora in Luxembourg, lauds their valuable contributions

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar interacted with members of the Indian community in Luxembourg, appreciating their role in strengthening ties between India and the European country. Addressing the gathering, EAM Jaishankar highlighted the expanding India–Luxembourg partnership across multiple sectors, including political engagement, business and technology. Sharing details of his meetings with Luxembourg’s leadership, he said, “I would of course like to talk to you a little ...

January 6, 2026 4:38 PM

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Honouring the contributions and achievements of India’s diaspora

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is a significant national event celebrated once every two years on January 9 to honour the contributions of the Indian diaspora to India’s development and global standing. It serves as a platform to engage with overseas Indians and recognise their role in shaping India’s progress across sectors. Why January 9? January 9 was chosen to commemorate the return of Mahatma Gandhi to India from South Africa in 1915. Widely regarded as the greatest Pravasi, Gandhi went on t...

December 17, 2025 9:46 PM

PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian community in Oman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome from members of the Indian community in Oman on Wednesday, with hundreds of people gathering in Muscat to greet him, waving Indian flags and chanting patriotic slogans. The Prime Minister greeted and interacted with members of the Indian diaspora who had assembled in large numbers at the hotel. He also witnessed cultural performances organised as part of the welcome ceremony. Prime Minister Modi arrived in Muscat earlier in the day on the...

October 31, 2025 4:56 PM

Indian Diaspora Celebrates Cultural Diversity with Dance, Music at Riyadh Festival

The third day of Pravasi Parichay brought together vibrant performances from five Indian states, with the audience treated to graceful Mohiniyattam, energetic Thiruvadira dance, and a fusion of Kerala's traditional and contemporary styles in the Kerala Fusion Dance. The colorful Oppana dance from Kerala was followed by a Qawwali performance from Uttar Pradesh, showcasing the state's rich cross-cultural heritage. Delhi's group dance presentation offered a lively blend of traditional and contempor...

September 29, 2025 10:29 AM

Viksit Bharat Run 2025: Indian Diaspora unites across over 100 countries

The Indian diaspora came together across more than 100 countries on Sunday for the first-ever global edition of the Viksit Bharat Run 2025, organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The event, part of the ongoing Seva Pakhwada (17 September – 2 October), aimed to inspire collective action and reaffirm commitment to India’s development vision. Organised under the tagline “Run to Serve the Nation”, the even...

August 15, 2025 2:54 PM

Indian Diaspora Celebrates 79th Independence Day in UAE

The Indian community in the United Arab Emirates celebrated India’s 79th Independence Day with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour across multiple venues in the country. Flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural performances, and official addresses marked the occasion at the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the Consulate General in Dubai, and various community centres throughout the Emirates. Speaking at separate ceremonies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Consul General Satish Kumar Sivan and Ambassador Sunjay Sud...