Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi visited the island nation this weekend to boost political and economic ties. Modi said his country was committed to 'supporting the aspirations of the Maldivian people.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the key role of indigenous "Made-in-India" weapons in Operation Sindoor, stating that they continue to unsettle those who support terrorism.Speaking at a public event in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that weapons made in India played a major role in reducing terrorist hideouts to rubble. He added that these indigenous weapons are still keeping the masters of terrorism awake at night.

PM Modi promised that India would continue to support the Maldives and its people, based on what is needed and important for both nations, as well as for a peaceful and successful region around the Indian Ocean.

The schedule for the Asia Cup was released on Saturday evening, confirming that the clash between India and Pakistan will take place on September 14 in Dubai, confirmed by Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi.

A free trade agreement between India and the UK aims to enhance market access and increase trade by USD 34 billion each year. The deal will benefit a majority of Indian exports and ease British exports to India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday left on a four-day visit to the UK and the Maldives, expressing confidence that this will boost India's ties with the two countries. In his departure statement, Modi said India and the United Kingdom share a comprehensive strategic partnership that has witnessed significant progress in recent years.

India is also in discussions with Maldives for an FTA as well as an investment treaty, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Tuesday, briefing reporters on the PM’s two-nation visit.