July 26, 2025 12:52 AM

PM Modi, Maldivian President Muizzu inaugurate new Defence Ministry building in Male

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday jointly inaugurated the state-of-the-art Ministry of Defence (MoD) building of the Maldives in Male. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the eleven-storey building stands as a symbol of the strong and long-standing defence and security cooperation between the two countries. According to a release from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the MoD building has been constructed with India's financial assistance and is expected t...

July 26, 2025 12:28 AM

PM Modi, President Muizzu release commemorative stamps to mark 60 years of diplomatic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday released commemorative stamps celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives. Reflecting the long-standing ties between the two nations, the commemorative stamps feature the Indian boat Uru- a large wooden dhow handcrafted in the historic boatyards of Beypore, Kerala-and the traditional Maldivian fishing boat Vadhu Dhoni, as per a release from the Prime Min...

July 25, 2025 7:47 PM

India proud to be most trusted friend of Maldives: PM Modi

India takes great pride in being the Maldives’ “most trusted friend,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, reaffirming New Delhi’s deep-rooted partnership with the Indian Ocean nation. Speaking alongside Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu during a joint press statement in Male, PM Modi emphasised the Maldives' central role in India’s Neighbourhood First policy and its MAHASAGAR vision for maritime cooperation. The remarks came as PM Modi visited the Maldives as the Guest of Ho...

July 25, 2025 5:32 PM

PM Modi holds meeting with Maldivian President Muizzu in Male

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu in Male on Friday as part of his state visit to the island nation. The meeting took place at Republic Square shortly after PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome. PM Modi is visiting the Maldives at the invitation of President Muizzu and will attend the country’s 60th Independence Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour. His visit also marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives. ...

July 25, 2025 12:32 AM

PM Modi departs for Maldives after concluding UK visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for the Maldives on Thursday, concluding the first leg of his two-nation tour. He is visiting the Maldives at the invitation of President Mohamed Muizzu from July 25 to 26. During his visit, the Prime Minister will participate as the Guest of Honour at the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives. His visit also marks the 60th anniversary of India-Maldives diplomatic relations. Earlier, Prime Minister Modi concluded a successful visit to the Unit...

July 23, 2025 9:55 AM

PM Modi to begin two-nation tour of UK, Maldives today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and the Maldives beginning Wednesday, with a focus on deepening strategic partnerships and regional cooperation. PM Modi’s visit to the UK from July 23–24 comes at the invitation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, marking his fourth trip to the country. Both sides are expected to review the progress of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP), with discussions centred around trade, innovation, def...

July 20, 2025 6:06 PM

PM Modi to visit UK and Maldives from July 23–26: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-nation tour to the United Kingdom and the Maldives from July 23 to 26, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Sunday. At the invitation of UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, PM Modi will undertake an official visit to the United Kingdom from July 23 to 24. This marks his fourth visit to the UK. During his stay, the Prime Minister will engage in wide-ranging discussions with Starmer, covering the full spectrum of India-UK bilateral relati...