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Tel Aviv: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a standing ovation and chants of “Modi, Modi” achoed in the Isaraeli Parliament as he addressed members of Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, during his visit on Wednesday. Amir Ohana, Speaker of the Knesset, says, "Today, it is my great privilege as Speaker of the Knesset to welcome him as the first Prime Minister of India to address the Knesset and to make history once again. Thank you, Prime Minister Modi..." PM Narendra Modi receives a standing ovation at the Knesset Amir Ohana, Speaker of the Knesset, says in Hindi, "Welcome to the Knesset,…

Tel Aviv (Israel): Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a standing ovation as he arrived at the Knesset, the parliament of Israel, in Jerusalem on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara Netanyahu were also present during the moment that set the tone for a warm and celebratory session. Speaking in the Knesset, Netanyahu hailed the India-Israel friendship and described Modi as more than a friend. "I would almost venture to say, more than a friend, a brother," the Israeli Prime Minister said. N Recalling PM Modi's previous visit to the Mediterranean coast, Netanyahu added that they may not have…

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his historic address to Israel's Knesset with the resonant Hebrew phrase 'Am Yisrael Chai'- 'The People of Israel Live'- a declaration of Jewish resilience that has echoed through centuries of persecution. By invoking this rallying cry, PM Modi not only affirmed India's unwavering solidarity but also highlighted the unbreakable will of the Jewish people to survive against existential threats, from ancient Pharaohs to the October 7, 2023, Hamas atrocities. Literal meaning and cultural depth 'Am Yisrael Chai' translates directly to 'The People of Israel Live,' serving as an anthem of defiance and vitality. Unlike…

Tel Aviv (Israel): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Wednesday honoured with the prestigious 'Speaker of the Knesset Medal' for his exceptional contribution to strengthening strategic relations between India and Israel. The Indian Prime Minister became the first global figure to receive this highest honour of the Knesset. The award was presented by Speaker Amir Ohana after the Prime Minister's address at the Israeli Parliament. "I am deeply honoured to receive the Medal of the Knesset. I accept it with humility and gratitude. This honour is not a tribute to an individual, but to the enduring friendship between India and Israel.…

Tel Aviv: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a visit to Israel and during his visit, he addressed the Israeli Parliament on Wednesday and said that India's relationship with the land of Israel is linked to blood and sacrifice. During the World War I, more than 4,000 Indian soldiers laid down their lives in Israel. During his address, PM Modi said that the Jewish community has lived in India without any oppression, discrimination or fear. Before PM Modi, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in the Parliament that in a world where anti-Semitism is increasing, India stands out and a…