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PM Modi Inaugurates Kalachakra Empowerment Ceremony in Bhutan: Strengthening India-Bhutan Cultural and Diplomatic Ties
Nov 12, 2025 02:41 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra Empowerment ceremony in Bhutan alongside King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and former King Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The significant Buddhist ritual, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival, highlights the deep cultural connections between India and Bhutan while advancing bilateral cooperation in energy, trade, technology, and connectivity during Modi's two-day diplomatic visit.
PM Modi Announces 2026 as ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation During Virtual Summit
Oct 26, 2025 07:56 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the ASEAN-India Summit, highlighting growing cooperation in maritime security, blue economy, and humanitarian assistance. Modi declared 2026 as the "ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation" while emphasizing that the partnership between India and ASEAN, representing nearly a quarter of the world's population, forms a powerful foundation for global stability and growth amid current challenges.