India stands firm on the principles of freedom of navigation, overflight, and adherence to international law as pillars of peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, while addressing the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) forum in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
In the wake of China's aggressive posturing on maritime issues, the external affairs minister said the transformation of India is critical to strengthening multipolarity in Asia.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described Yoga as an effective medium to achieve global peace and the welfare of humanity, apart from being a means to stay healthy both physically and mentally. He was Speaking on the occasion of the 9th International Yoga Day at a program organized at Mahant Digvijay Nath Smriti Auditorium here on Wednesday.
The defence minister said that the steps taken by the government in the last few years have ensured holistic development of the country.
Deputy General Secretary of IBC, Jangchup Choedon Rinpoche said, "India and Mongolia have had strong relations for a long time.
The 1st International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm around the world but the site at Rajpath, Delhi was highly overwhelming. Lakhs of people gathered to celebrate this day.
India has contributed $500,000 to the UN Peacebuilding Fund, expressing hope that more funding by nations will boost efforts by…
