The future of farming lies not merely in "Produce More,” but in "Produce Better": PM Modi at FAO
May 20th, 11:00 pm
Accepting the Agricola Medal for 2026 from the FAO, PM Modi said the recognition reflected India’s commitment to human welfare, food security and sustainable development. He dedicated the honour to Indian farmers and the country’s agricultural scientific community. He also highlighted initiatives such as ‘Per Drop More Crop’, micro-irrigation and precision farming, which are guiding India’s agricultural policies.Prime Minister receives Agricola Medal from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in Rome
May 20th, 10:55 pm
Accepting the Agricola Medal for 2026 from the FAO, PM Modi said the recognition reflected India’s commitment to human welfare, food security and sustainable development. He dedicated the honour to Indian farmers and the country’s agricultural scientific community. He also highlighted initiatives such as ‘Per Drop More Crop’, micro-irrigation and precision farming, which are guiding India’s agricultural policies.India-Italy Joint Declaration
May 20th, 10:28 pm
At the invitation of Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, PM Modi paid an official visit to Italy on 19-20 May 2026. The two leaders decided to elevate India-Italy relations to the level of a Special Strategic Partnership. They reaffirmed their commitment to further expand cooperation across all sectors and continue close high-level consultations on key global and regional developments. PM Modi invited PM Meloni to visit India at a mutually convenient time.Prime Minister meets with Prime Minister of Italy
May 20th, 07:21 pm
PM Modi held discussions with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and decided to elevate the India-Italy Strategic Partnership to the level of Special Strategic Partnership. Both leaders reviewed the progress made in bilateral cooperation across all domains of the Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029. They also agreed to celebrate 2027 as the Year of Culture and Tourism between India and Italy”.Prime Minister calls on the President of Italy
May 20th, 07:19 pm
PM Modi met Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome. The two leaders noted the upward trajectory in India-Italy strategic partnership and expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation in multiple sectors. They also discussed the significance of the multimodal IMEC for ensuring maritime security, digital connectivity and energy supplies and exchanged views on the conflicts in West Asia and Europe.“Design and Develop in India and Italy, and Deliver for the World”: PM Modi at the India-Italy Joint Press Meet
May 20th, 05:00 pm
Addressing the joint press meet with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni in Rome, PM Modi announced the elevation of India-Italy ties to a Special Strategic Partnership. He highlighted cooperation across trade, technology, innovation, defence, connectivity and culture, while noting that both countries are working together in areas such as AI, quantum, space, startups, shipping and blue economy. The PM also said that India and Italy share a common view that terrorism is a serious challenge for humanity.PM Modi arrives in Italy for key engagements
May 20th, 12:30 am
Prime Minister arrived in Rome, Italy, a short while ago. He will call on the President of the Italian Republic, H.E. Mr. Sergio Mattarella and hold talks with PM Meloni, with discussions focusing on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).