India on Friday said relations with Canada can be repaired only when the Justin Trudeau government takes "strict and verifiable action against those who actively pursue anti-India activities". Responding to the remarks made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that he met Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and discussed about the real issues between the two countries, government sources told ANI that there was no "substantive discussion" between the two PMs in Vientiane.
Read moreIndia on Friday said relations with Canada can be repaired only when the Justin Trudeau government takes "strict and verifiable action against those who actively pursue anti-India activities". Responding to the remarks made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that he met Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and discussed about the real issues between the two countries, government sources told ANI that there was no "substantive discussion" between the two PMs in Vientiane.
Read morePrime Minister Narendra Modi presented the Kadamwood colour embossed Buddha head to Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister of Lao PDR. The gift is a masterfully crafted piece, symbolising serenity and enlightenment.
Made from high-quality Kadamwood, known for its durability, the Buddha head features intricate colour embossing and engraved lotus flowers and elephants, adding symbolic meaning. The lotus signifies purity and spiritual awakening, while the elephant represents wisdom and strength.
This beautiful work of art reflects traditional craftsmanship and deep spiritual symbolism, making it a meaningful gift from India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a Patan Patola scarf, meticulously crafted by the Salvi family from Northern Gujarat, to Naly Sisoulith, the wife of Laos PDR President Thongloun Sisoulith. This Double Ikat textile is renowned for its vibrant colours and intricate motifs, inspired by the Rani ki Vav stepwell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Patan.
The exquisite scarf was presented in a Sadeli box, an ornate wooden craft from Surat, Gujarat, known for its precision-cut geometric patterns.
This combination of Patan Patola and Sadeli craftsmanship reflects India’s rich cultural heritage.
PM Narendra Modi gifted a vintage brass Buddha statue adorned with intricate mina (enamel) work, originating from Tamil Nadu to the President of Lao PDR, Thongloun Sisoulith.