India
During the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Barbados, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led an Indian Parliamentary Delegation to the National Assembly of Barbados. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, emphasizing shared democratic values and cultural ties. Discussions included cooperation in education, renewable energy, and parliamentary practices. Birla also
Indian diaspora
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya met with the Indian workers' diaspora in Malaysia, emphasizing their vital role in India's development and the strong ties between India and Malaysia. He highlighted the contributions of the Indian community, the economic partnership between the two nations, and the government'
Viksit Bharat Run
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, organized the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 across over 100 countries as part of Seva Pakhwada. This global initiative aimed to inspire collective action for nation-building, with participants taking pledges for Viksit Bharat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Viksit Bharat Run
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, is organizing the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 across 150 locations in 91 countries as part of Seva Pakhwada. This initiative aims to inspire collective action for nation-building, with a focus on engaging the Indian diaspora
Rajnath Singh
On September 21, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with the Indian community in Rabat, Morocco, praising the Armed Forces' decisive actions during Operation Sindoor. He emphasized India's measured response to recent attacks and highlighted the country's significant economic growth and advancements in the
India-UAE Relations
Shri Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry, visited the UAE to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties. He co-chaired the UAE-India Business Council Roundtable, discussing key projects and inviting businesses to explore opportunities in both countries and beyond. The visit highlighted India's economic growth
Chhath Mahaparva
The Ministry of Culture in India is seeking multinational support for the nomination of Chhath Mahaparva to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. A meeting was held with representatives from the UAE, Suriname, and the Netherlands to discuss the festival's significance and gather support. Chhath Mahaparva, celebrated widely
Chalo India
The Ministry of Tourism has launched the Chalo India initiative aimed at encouraging the Indian diaspora to promote India as a tourist destination among their non-Indian friends. The initiative has issued 30 e-tourist visas to date and focuses on promoting lesser-known destinations and cultural heritage sites to increase India'
Prime Minister
During the Prime Minister's state visit to Trinidad and Tobago, several key agreements and announcements were made, including the signing of multiple MoUs, the extension of OCI card facilities, gifting of laptops to students, and healthcare initiatives. Trinidad and Tobago also announced its participation in India's
Bharat Ko Janiye
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with winners of the Bharat Ko Janiye (Know India) Quiz, Shankar Ramjattan, Nicholas Maraj, and Vince Mahato, in Trinidad & Tobago. He highlighted the quiz's global participation and its role in strengthening the connection of the Indian diaspora with India. Source: Original Link
Indian diaspora
In a heartfelt address to the Indian community in Trinidad & Tobago, Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar Ji expressed pride in the contributions of the Indian diaspora, highlighting their resilience and cultural impact. He emphasized the importance of heritage, announced initiatives to strengthen ties with the Girmitiya community, and celebrated
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large gathering of the Indian diaspora in Trinidad and Tobago, celebrating the 180th anniversary of Indian immigration. He praised the community's resilience and cultural contributions, announced the issuance of OCI cards to the sixth generation of Indian origin individuals, and highlighted India&