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Typos, AI claims: The strange story of the award created days before Modi’s Seychelles visit

Just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Seychelles, the island nation created a new presidential distinction – the “Guardian of the Blue Horizon”. It then made Modi its first recipient.

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PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi; meets members of Indian diaspora in Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with the Indian diaspora in Victoria, Seychelles, during his three-day visit. He also held extensive discussions with President Patrick Hermini and was honored with the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' award for his environmental leadership and commitment to developing nations. India and Seychelles are celebrating…

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How PM Modi Made History with One Extraordinary State Visit

History is often made quietly, but sometimes a single visit changes the course of international diplomacy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles became one such moment as he achieved two remarkable firsts that no Indian Prime Minister had accomplished before. Beyond the ceremonies and awards, the visit highlighted India's…

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India-Seychelles conclude umbrella line of credit agreement worth Rs 1250 crore

India and Seychelles have solidified their partnership with a Rs. 1250 crore line of credit for development projects and an extradition treaty to combat crime. The nations also agreed to integrate India's UPI payment system and explore outer space cooperation. Seychelles requested Indian aid for AI, cybersecurity centers, and a…

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India says projects in Seychelles guided by host country's priorities

India's foreign secretary clarified that any projects in Seychelles, including those on Assumption Island, will align with the host nation's priorities and people's interests. While the specific issue wasn't discussed during Prime Minister Modi's visit, New Delhi remains open to hearing Seychelles' ideas. India emphasized its development cooperation is built…

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Indian Army contingent, naval band, INS Tarkash to grace Seychelles National Day celebrations

Besides, an Indian Navy marching contingent and naval band will also be part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of the archipelago nation.

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School assembly news headlines for June 29: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day

Prime Minister Modi's historic Seychelles address highlighted maritime bonds, while India and the island nation inked 19 cooperation outcomes. Closer to home, heavy rains caused disruptions in North Bengal and Arunachal Pradesh. Internationally, a civilian aircraft crash in France claimed 11 lives, and a Saudi Aramco helicopter incident resulted in…

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From Garba to Moutya, Samosas to Chutney: PM Modi hails 'Creole Spirit' and maritime bond with India in historic Seychelles address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made history as the first Indian PM to address Seychelles' parliament, emphasizing regional stability and the Indian Ocean's role as a connector. He highlighted India's unwavering commitment to Seychelles' sovereignty, noting naval ship presence at independence and its Golden Jubilee. Modi celebrated the nation's unique identity…

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'We meet not as strangers, but as old friends': PM Modi addresses Parliament of Seychelles, hails people-to-people ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Seychelles Parliament, his 20th foreign legislative address. He also received the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" award, the nation's highest civilian honour, from President Wavel Herminie. Modi expressed gratitude for the award, stating it would inspire environmental conservation efforts. This visit highlights India's strong…

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India, Seychelles unveil 19 outcomes spanning defence, digital payments, space, health

India and Seychelles have inked 19 key agreements, bolstering bilateral ties across defense, maritime security, digital payments, space, and healthcare. Prime Minister Modi and President Herminie finalized pacts including an extradition treaty, UPI integration, and preliminary work on a new hospital. The collaboration signifies a deepening partnership between the two…

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Tribute to his leadership in Blue Economy, ocean governance: Seychelles Prez on conferring 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title on PM Modi

The President of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, on Sunday conferred the honorary title of "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing it as a tribute to his leadership in sustainability, the Blue Economy and ocean governance.

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'Indian Ocean is our shared home': PM Modi highlights India-Seychelles ties after signing key MoUs

Prime Minister Modi asserted the Indian Ocean as a shared home, emphasizing joint responsibility for its security and prosperity during his visit to Seychelles. The leaders witnessed the signing of MoUs across various sectors, including UPI, healthcare, and space exploration. Modi was honored with Seychelles' highest environmental award, underscoring India's…

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PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with Seychelles President Herminie as part of his state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held delegation-level talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie as part of his three-day state visit to the East African island nation, aimed at further strengthening the longstanding bilateral partnership between the two countries.

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PM Modi feeds world's oldest living land animal 'Jonathan' during Seychelles visit

During the tour of the sanctuary, Prime Minister Modi was seen enthusiastically feeding large turtles, including the famed 194-year-old Jonathan, recognised as the world's oldest living land animal.

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PM Modi visits tortoise enclosure, joins Seychelles president in tree plantation ceremony

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to Seychelles, he enjoyed an unforgettable experience interacting with giant tortoises. The visit featured a significant tree plantation ceremony alongside President Patrick Herminie, showcasing the enduring friendship between India and Seychelles.

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Valued maritime partner and a close friend in Indian Ocean: PM Modi after arrival in Seychelles

"Deeply appreciate the warm welcome extended at the airport by Dr. Patrick Herminie. Seychelles is a valued maritime partner and a close friend in the Indian Ocean. Looking forward to a productive visit aimed at further strengthening our longstanding ties and enhancing cooperation for the benefit of the people of…

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PM Modi receives grand welcome from Indian diaspora on arrival in Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome in Seychelles, with the Indian diaspora and President Patrick Herminie greeting him upon arrival. A vibrant cultural display, including a Kutch dance, highlighted the diaspora's dedication to preserving Indian heritage. Modi later participated in a tree plantation drive and visited giant tortoises,…

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PM Modi leaves for Seychelles; to attend golden jubilee of country's National Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a three-day visit to Seychelles to attend its National Day golden jubilee celebrations. He will hold bilateral talks with President Patrick Herminie, aiming to strengthen the maritime neighbour's friendship and cooperation.

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PM Modi's Seychelles visit: Will see greater impetus on defence, security, says Indian High Commissioner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to Seychelles is set to significantly bolster bilateral cooperation, especially in defence and security, said Indian High Commissioner Rohit Rathish. The trip aims to elevate cooperation across various sectors and potentially inaugurate new development projects, reinforcing India's commitment to its Indian Ocean neighbours.

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PM Modi to visit Seychelles from Jun 27-29; to attend golden jubilee of country's National Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a State visit to Seychelles from June 27-29, attending the nation's Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations as Guest of Honour. He will hold discussions with President Patrick Herminie to bolster bilateral ties across all sectors and address regional matters. India's participation in the…

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54% of Aspiring Web3 Professionals Can't Land Their First Job: Bitget Report

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has released its Web3 Next-Gen Talent Intelligence Report, finding that hiring barriers, not a lack of talent, are one of the industry’s biggest workforce challenges. Conducted under Bitget's Blockchain4Youth (B4Y) initiative, the study surveyed aspiring…

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Bitget Expands Stablecoin Payments for Global Merchants Through Paydify Partnership

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange, today announced a strategic partnership with Paydify, a payment layer for seamless stablecoin transactions between users and merchants, to expand stablecoin payment acceptance for merchants worldwide. The collaboration enables merchants connected to Paydify to access Bitget’s…

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MEXC Ranks No.1 in Silver Futures Liquidity, Saving Users $240M Through 0-Fee Trading in May

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, announced key highlights for May 2026. According to TokenInsight's Crypto Exchange Liquidity Report, MEXC ranked first globally in silver futures liquidity, and also ranked among the top performers across multiple other key liquidity metrics, including…

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Bitget Launches Community Product Officer Program With Up to 3,000 USDT in Rewards

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched the Bitget Community Product Officer Program, a new initiative designed to bring users closer to the product development process and create a direct channel between the community and Bitget’s product teams. Built around,…

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MEXC Releases June 2026 Proof of Reserves with 156.5% Average Reserve Ratio Across Major Assets

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, has released the June 2026 Proof of Reserves (PoR) report, showing an average reserve ratio of 156.5% across major assets, including a 269% reserve ratio for BTC. The report confirms that MEXC reserves exceed user…

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