Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a $565-million line of credit to the Maldives during his visit to the Indian Ocean archipelago

India has decided to extend a $565 million line of credit to the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday after bilateral meetings between the two countries.

Junking the post as "passing remarks", Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India looks forward to strengthening ties with Maldives.

Narendra Modi has become India's second-longest-serving PM in consecutive terms, surpassing Indira Gandhi. His leadership stands out for historic electoral wins, strong governance and major reforms that changed India's political and social landscape.

India on Friday announced a Rs 4,850 crore line of credit for the Maldives and agreed to finalise a free trade deal soon, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasising that New Delhi is proud to be th

India is proud to be the most trusted friend of the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday after announcing a Rs 4,850 crore line of credit to the island nation.

In the latest episode of India Upfront, PM Modi becomes the second longest-serving Prime Minister in Indian history, overtaking Indira Gandhi’s record. While the BJP celebrates the milestone, Rahul Gandhi dismisses it as "all show.

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