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October 30, 2026 11:56 PM

INS Tarkash Reaches Port Louis Ahead of Mauritius’ 192nd Aapravasi Diwas

Indian Naval Ship Tarkash arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on 30 Oct 2026 as part of its ongoing operational deployment to the Southern Indian Ocean Region. The port call reflects the close maritime partnership between India and Mauritius and provides an opportunity to strengthen bilateral naval cooperation through professional interactions, joint activities and cultural exchanges, according to a press release by the Ministry of Defence. Joint Training and Cultural Exchanges During the visit...

January 18, 2026 11:00 AM

ICGS Sankalp reaches Mauritius to strengthen maritime cooperation

Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis in Mauritius on Saturday as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean Region, underscoring India’s commitment to maritime cooperation and regional security. According to the Defence Ministry, the port call is aligned with India’s maritime vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), which focuses on promoting maritime safety, security and e...

July 2, 2025 10:32 AM

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets Mauritian leadership, discusses strengthening bilateral ties

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri paid an official visit to Mauritius on Tuesday, marking his second visit to the island nation in his current role. The visit came shortly after a telephone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam on June 24, during which both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between the two countries. During his visit, Misri called on President Dharambeer Gokho...

March 11, 2025 4:24 PM

PM Modi gifts ‘Maha Kumbh Jal’ to Mauritius President in Port Louis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool in Port Louis on Tuesday, presenting him with holy water from the Ganga, collected during the recently concluded Maha Kumbh. The sacred water, drawn from the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, symbolizes India’s spiritual and civilizational heritage. This year’s Maha Kumbh witnessed a record-breaking gathering of over 660 million pilgrims, making it the largest human congregation in history. President Gokhool, who was unanim...

March 11, 2025 9:14 AM

Prime Minister Modi lands in Mauritius, accorded ceremonial welcome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived at Port Louis in Mauritius, where he was accorded a ceremonial welcome. Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam came to the airport to receive PM Modi. Members of the Indian community gathered at the airport were excited to catch a glimpse of the Indian Prime Minister. Sharad Barnwal, a member of the Indian diaspora, said, "We are all very excited. We have gathered here since morning. The friendship between India and Mauritius has alwa...