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PM Modi in Brazil: Indian Diaspora Member Welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi With ‘Operation Sindoor’-Themed Cultural Performance (Watch Video)

PM Modi in Brazil: Indian Diaspora Member Welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi With ‘Operation Sindoor’-Themed Cultural Performance (Watch Video)

Rio de Janeiro, July 6: The Indian diaspora in Brazil welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi upon his arrival for a four-day visit in the South American country with a special cultural performance dedicated to the Indian armed forces inspired from...

Trinidad & Tobago backs India for UNSC permanent membership

Trinidad & Tobago backs India for UNSC permanent membership

Prime Minister Modi announced a decision by India to issue Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards up to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora of Trinidad and Tobago, where over 40 per cent of the population is of Indian origin. Last...

Trinidad cultural icon Hansley ‘Hans’ Hanoomansingh dies at 83

Trinidad cultural icon Hansley ‘Hans’ Hanoomansingh dies at 83

The Ministry of Culture and Community Development in Trinidad and Tobago has joined the national community in mourning the passing of Hansley “Hans” Hanoomansingh — a beloved cultural icon, veteran broadcaster, and former Member of Parliament —...

The world this week | India says no to trade deal under deadline pressure; Trinidad & Tobago backs Delhi for UNSC; Gaza ceasefire soon

The world this week | India says no to trade deal under deadline pressure; Trinidad & Tobago backs Delhi for UNSC; Gaza ceasefire soon

India abstains from signing trade deal with the US under “deadline pressure”, says open for a mutually beneficial deal; during PM Modi’s visits to Trinidad and Tobago, the two sides reaffirm the need for reforms in the UN; US President Trump...

Trinidad & Tobago extend lead at CARICOM Classic chess tournament

Trinidad & Tobago extend lead at CARICOM Classic chess tournament

Dr. Gobin Ganga, Governor of the Bank of Guyana, met the Guyana Team playing in the 2025 CARICOM Classic Team Tournament yesterday, at the Pegasus Hotel. Dr. Ganga (2nd from right) made the first ceremonial move in the presence of WCM Sasha...

PM Modi in Brazil: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Arrives at Galeao International Airport in Rio de Janeiro on 4-Day Visit To Take Part in BRICS Summit (Watch Video)

PM Modi in Brazil: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Arrives at Galeao International Airport in Rio de Janeiro on 4-Day Visit To Take Part in BRICS Summit (Watch Video)

Rio de Janeiro, July 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived here in Brazil on a four-day visit, during which he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a state visit. PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival...

Trinidad & Tobago extends full support to India for UNSC permanent membership

Trinidad & Tobago extends full support to India for UNSC permanent membership

India and Trinidad and Tobago have inked six agreements to boost cooperation in several sectors, including infrastructure and pharmaceuticals, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his counterpart from the Caribbean nation,...

India, Trinidad & Tobago To Deepen Bilateral…

India, Trinidad & Tobago To Deepen Bilateral…

New Delhi, July 5 (KNN) Prime Minister Modi concluded an official visit to Trinidad and Tobago from July 3 to 4, at the invitation of Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Prime Minister, Trinidad and Tobago. The visit marked the first bilateral trip by an...

CARICOM IMPACS Expects Concrete Commitments From Heads of Government

The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (CARICOM IMPACS) expects Heads of Government to translate their acknowledgment of regional security issues into concrete, time-bound and resourced commitments. This is...

Prime Minister Holness Champions Regional Collaboration to Advance Public Health

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the importance of regional cooperation in advancing health and wellness. Speaking during the awards ceremony for the 18th...

India to Issue OCI Cards for Up to 6th Gen of Trinidad & Tobago Diaspora

India to Issue OCI Cards for Up to 6th Gen of Trinidad & Tobago Diaspora

Port of Spain Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Trinidad and Tobago announced the decision to issue Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards up to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora of Trinidad and Tobago, as noted in the...

World News | PM Modi Discusses Cooperation in Critical Minerals with Argentina President

World News | PM Modi Discusses Cooperation in Critical Minerals with Argentina President

Buenos Aires [Argentina], July 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed cooperation in the energy and critical minerals sectors with Argentine President Javier Milei, underlining India's growing energy and industrial needs while emphasising...

'We Cheer For Them With All Our Heart, Except...': PM Modi's Quip On West Indies' Cricket Team At Trinidad & Tobago's Parliament Draws Laughter; Video

'We Cheer For Them With All Our Heart, Except...': PM Modi's Quip On West Indies' Cricket Team At Trinidad & Tobago's Parliament Draws Laughter; Video

Narendra Modi. | (Image Credits: X) India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a tour to the Caribbean, made a hilarious quip while addressing the parliament at the Trinidad & Tobago. Modi heaped praise on West Indies' cricket team...

Who was Sewdass Sadhu, mentioned by PM Modi in Trinidad & Tobago speech?

Who was Sewdass Sadhu, mentioned by PM Modi in Trinidad & Tobago speech?

Addressing a large gathering of the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned several eminent personalities with Indian roots, including the mathematician and politician Dr Rudranath Capildeo (1920-70), the...

Proud  Moment! Indian National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' Played In Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Ahead Of PM Modi's Address (VIDEO)

Proud Moment! Indian National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' Played In Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Ahead Of PM Modi's Address (VIDEO)

Indian National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' Played In Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Ahead Of PM Modi's Address (Screengrab) | X/@ANI Port of Spain: In a proud moment for 140 billion Indians, the national anthem was played in the parliament of Trinidad...

Historic First: PM Modi Receives Trinidad & Tobago’s Highest Civilian Honour, ‘Order of the Republic’

Historic First: PM Modi Receives Trinidad & Tobago’s Highest Civilian Honour, ‘Order of the Republic’

On 4 July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with the ‘Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago’, the island nation’s highest civilian award, becoming the first foreign leader to receive this distinction. The ceremony took place...

'From the people of India to..': Why a chair made PM Modi emotional in Trinidad & Tobago parliament

'From the people of India to..': Why a chair made PM Modi emotional in Trinidad & Tobago parliament

After India Snubs China, Tibet Tears Apart Beijing's 'Golden Urn' Tradition To Pick Dalai Successor After China claimed authority over the next reincarnation of the Tibetan spiritual leader through the so-called ‘Golden Urn’ system, India and...

TRINIDAD-POLITICS-Joint statement issued following the visit of India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago honour PM Modi with top awards, joining 23 others

Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago honour PM Modi with top awards, joining 23 others

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a five-nation tour, was conferred with highest civilian honours ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on Friday and 'The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ on Wednesday. He has 25...

India, Trinidad & Tobago ink six MoUs; focus on pharma, infrastructure, UPI

India, Trinidad & Tobago ink six MoUs; focus on pharma, infrastructure, UPI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds bilateral discussions and delegation-level talks with Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, in Port of Spain on Friday. | Photo Credit: @narendramodi X India and Trinidad and Tobago have inked...

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