Why is PM Modi in Lahore?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Lahore on Friday for a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif in a surprise visit to this country -the first visit to Pakistan by an Indian premier in more than 10 years.
Was PM Modi accorded a red carpet welcome in Pakistan?
Modi was accorded a red carpet welcome as PM’s special IAF Boeing 737 plane made a smooth touchdown at 4.20 local time (4.50 IST). Modi Lahore visit: Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif greets PM Narendra Modi in Lahore on Friday.
When was the last Indian Prime Minister’s visit to Pakistan?
The last visit to Pakistan by an Indian prime minister was in 2004 by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, whose 91st birthday fell today and who is credited with bringing about a thaw in relations with Islamabad.
What happened in the meeting between India and Pakistan’s security advisers?
The National Security Advisers of India and Pakistan met on December six in Bangkok. The development surprised many and it was announced with a joint press release only after the meeting was over.
What did Modi do in Afghanistan?
Modi was on his way back to India after a visit to Russia and a stopover in the Afghanistan capital of Kabul earlier on Friday. The two leaders held a brief conversation at the climate change talks in Paris late last month, part of efforts to restart a peace dialogue plagued by attacks and long-standing distrust. Video Player is loading.
What did Modi say about Shamim Akhtar’s death?
Modi’s letter dated November 27, which was accessed by Dawn News TV channel, stated: “I am deeply saddened to learn about the demise of your mother Begum Shamim Akhtar on 22 November in London. My heartfelt condolences are with you in this hour of intense grief.”