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March 2, 2026 10:40 AM

PM Modi speaks with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, stresses civilian safety

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the evolving regional situation amid escalating tensions in West Asia. During the call, PM Modi conveyed India’s concerns over recent developments and underscored that the safety of civilians must remain the utmost priority. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Had a telephone call with PM Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation. Conveyed ...

February 26, 2026 4:51 PM

India, Israel to push free trade pact, boost defence cooperation: PM Modi

India will soon give final shape to a mutually beneficial free trade agreement with Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday. "The two countries will also pursue joint development, production, and transfer of technology in defence," said PM Modi after delegation-level talks with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. As part of this two-day state visit, the Prime Minister also met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, a meeting that underscored the growing strateg...

February 26, 2026 3:46 PM

PM Modi calls on Israel President Isaac Herzog, discusses ways to enhance cooperation in key sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met Israeli President Isaac Herzog during his two-day state visit to Israel, reaffirming the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations and exploring new avenues of cooperation in key sectors. The meeting in Jerusalem focused on strengthening bilateral ties across education, start-ups, innovation, technology, agriculture, water management and connectivity. Both leaders underscored the growing global relevance of the India-Israel partnership ...

February 26, 2026 2:39 PM

PM Modi pays tribute at Yad Vashem, Israel’s holocaust memorial

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid his respects at Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, during his two-day State visit to the country. Accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, PM Modi stood in silence at the Hall of Remembrance as the Kaddish prayer was recited in memory of the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators during World War II. The solemn ceremony reflected respect, remembrance and a shared hope fo...

February 26, 2026 12:29 PM

PM Modi visits tech exhibition in Jerusalem, explores cutting-edge Israeli innovations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, visited a high-level technology exhibition in Jerusalem on Wednesday showcasing pioneering Israeli innovations across diverse sectors. The exhibition featured leading companies and research institutions working in agri-tech, water technology, climate-tech, health biotechnology, smart mobility, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, quantum technologies, energy and space systems. PM Modi is on a two-day...

February 26, 2026 11:51 AM

PM Modi, Netanyahu to sign key MoUs today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu are set to sign several key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Thursday, aimed at further strengthening the India-Israel Strategic Partnership. PM Modi is on a two-day State Visit to Israel at the invitation of Netanyahu. The two leaders are scheduled to jointly visit Yad Vashem before holding expanded bilateral talks at the King David Hotel in Jerusalem. Their discussions are expected to include a comprehensive revi...

February 25, 2026 5:08 PM

Shalom Modi: PM Modi arrives in Israel for two-day visit to deepen strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday for a two-day State visit to Israel at the invitation of his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli Prime Minister, accompanied by his wife Sara Netanyahu, personally received PM Modi at Ben Gurion Airport, underscoring the close personal rapport between the two leaders. The two Prime Ministers exchanged a warm embrace upon arrival. "Landed in Israel. I am extremely honoured to be received by Prime Minister Netanyahu a...

February 25, 2026 4:50 PM

‘Israel, its people look forward to welcoming you’: President Herzog on PM Modi’s State visit

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday said he looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his two-day State visit to Israel. Sharing PM Modi's departure statement ahead of his visit, Herzog said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the State of Israel and the people of Israel look forward to welcoming you to Israel." Responding to Herzog’s message, PM Modi expressed confidence that his visit would further boost bilateral ties. “I am confident that my visit will further ...

February 25, 2026 2:54 PM

‘Two ancient nations open a new chapter’: Israel’s leading daily welcomes PM Modi’s two-day State visit

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day State visit to Israel on Wednesday, leading Israeli daily The Jerusalem Post rolled out a prominent front-page welcome headlined, “Welcome, Modi” and “Namaste: Two Ancient Nations Open a New Chapter.” The newspaper featured a photograph of the PM Modi waving, alongside in-depth coverage of India’s expanding partnership with Israel and the evolving strategic ties between the two nations. Editor-in-Chief Zvika Klein shared the front page, ...

February 25, 2026 10:17 AM

PM Modi departs for Israel, says visit will set new goals for strategic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday embarked on a two-day visit to Israel. This will be PM Modi's second visit to the country and is expected to further strengthen the India–Israel Strategic Partnership. Ahead of his departure, PM Modi said in a post on X, "I will be undertaking a State Visit to Israel today and tomorrow. Our nations share a robust and multifaceted Strategic Partnership. Ties have significantly strengthened in the last few years. I will be holding talks with PM Netanya...