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 24, 2025 11:33 PM

Prime Minister Modi meets King Charles III at Sandringham Estate

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on His Majesty King Charles III at Sandringham Estate, the summer residence of the British monarch, during his visit to the United Kingdom. During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi conveyed his happiness over the recovery of His Majesty’s health and the resumption of his royal duties. The two leaders held discussions on a range of issues including health, sustainable living, and traditional practices such as Ayurveda and Yoga. Both sides expressed interest i...

July 24, 2025 6:39 PM

Industry leaders hail game changing India-UK free trade agreement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Keir Starmer on Thursday signed the eagerly-awaited India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a landmark moment in the bilateral economic relationship. As part of the historic pact, the UK will reduce duties on 99 per cent of Indian exports, while India will lower tariffs on 90 per cent of British goods, significantly easing tariff barriers and regulatory procedures across multiple sectors. The agreement is expected to make imported g...

July 24, 2025 3:18 AM

PM Modi arrives in London, begins two-day UK visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Kingdom on Wednesday as part of the first leg of his two-nation tour, with India and the UK poised to strengthen bilateral ties through a potential Free Trade Agreement (FTA). PM Modi landed in London for a two-day official visit, during which he is expected to hold discussions with his British counterpart, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, to explore new avenues for economic cooperation and job creation in both nations. "Landed in London. This vis...

July 23, 2025 3:11 PM

PM Modi embarks on two-nation visit to UK and Maldives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday embarked on a two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and the Maldives, with a focus on deepening strategic partnerships and regional cooperation. In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said: “India and the UK share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that has witnessed significant progress in recent years. Our collaboration spans a wide range of sectors, including trade, investment, technology, innovation, defence, education, research, susta...

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...