August 31, 2026 11:15 PM

PM Modi attends opening ceremony of World Nomad Games alongside SCO leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan’s capital, Bishkek, alongside several visiting SCO leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The sixth edition of the games is being held in Kyrgyzstan from August 31 to September 6. PM Modi, who is in Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, attended the opening ceremony and greeted the Indian contingent part...

August 31, 2026 8:24 AM

We will always work to expand green cover, build sustainable future: PM Modi with Uzbek President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Sunday reaffirmed their shared commitment to expanding green cover and building a more sustainable future. The two leaders jointly planted a sapling at the Presidential Palace in Tashkent under India's ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (A Tree for Mother) initiative and Uzbekistan's ‘Yashil Makon’ green programme. “From Tashkent, a shared commitment for a better planet. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and I planted a sapling...

August 30, 2026 4:00 PM

Uzbekistan confers its highest honour ‘Oliy Darajali Do’stlik’ Order on PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Uzbekistan’s highest honour, the ‘Oliy Darajali Do’stlik’ Order, by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent on Sunday, in recognition of his contribution to strengthening bilateral ties. This marked another addition to the growing list of highest honours for PM Modi bestowed on him globally. PM Modi has received over 30 prestigious international honours, making him the most internationally decorated Indian leader in history. These total ...

August 29, 2026 2:34 PM

Nepal President thanks India for ‘generous support’ after deadly flash floods

Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel on Saturday thanked his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu for expressing concern and for the support extended by the Indian government following devastating flash floods in Nepal that have claimed hundreds of lives and caused widespread destruction. "On behalf of the Government and the people of Nepal, I extend our deepest gratitude to Your Excellency Smt Droupadi Murmu for your kind concern and also for the generous support and solidarity extended by your gove...

August 29, 2026 10:43 AM

‘Whose brilliance inspires generations’: PM Modi pays tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to sports enthusiasts across the country on National Sports Day and paid tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, whose birth anniversary is observed as the occasion. PM Modi praised the dedication, passion and determination of sportspersons and sports lovers, while recalling Dhyan Chand's enduring contribution to Indian hockey. "To every sports lover…your dedication, passion and determination make everyone proud. We also pay hom...

August 29, 2026 10:11 AM

‘Strengthening strategic ties’: PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday embarked on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, saying the tour will strengthen India's strategic partnerships in Central Asia and deepen its civilisational ties with the region. PM Modi will first visit Tashkent for two days at the invitation of Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. "In recent years, India-Uzbekistan Strategic Partnership has seen significant advancement. I look forward to my discussions with President Mirziyoyev on furth...

August 29, 2026 8:09 AM

PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan today at President Mirziyoyev’s invitation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Tashkent on Saturday for a two-day bilateral visit at the invitation of Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, with the two sides expected to discuss ways to further strengthen their strategic partnership. During the visit, PM Modi will hold delegation-level talks with Mirziyoyev and review cooperation in key areas, including trade and investment, defence, digital connectivity, energy, education and people-to-people ties, according to the Ministry of Ex...

August 28, 2026 11:10 PM

PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan for talks with President Mirziyoyev, attend SCO Summit in Kyrgyz Republic

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uzbekistan from 29–30 August on a bilateral visit and the Kyrgyz Republic from 31 August to 1 September to attend the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. At the invitation of the President of Uzbekistan, H.E. Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the Prime Minister will undertake a State visit to Tashkent on 29–30 August 2026. This will be the Prime Minister’s fourth visit to Uzbekistan, according to a release from the Prime Minister’s Office (...

August 28, 2026 2:34 PM

Raksha Bandhan: PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh Extend Greetings, Celebrate Bond of Love and Trust

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan and wished that the bond of love, affection and mutual trust symbolised by the festival remains forever unbreakable. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. May this sacred festival bring happiness, prosperity, and success into all your lives. May the bond of love, affection, and mutual trust remain forever unbreakable - that is my heartfelt wish...

August 27, 2026 9:33 PM

Nepal MP thanks PM Modi for relief aid, says focus is on saving maximum lives

Nepal’s ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party MP Vidushi Rana on Thursday expressed gratitude to India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for sending aid whenever a disaster strikes the Himalayan nation. She said the focus of PM Balendra Shah-led government is to save maximum lives. Nepal has been reeling under the impact of devastating flash floods along the country’s border with the Tibet region that killed at least 165 people and left a trail of destruction. “I am really, really thankful to P...