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Relying on coalition partners, Modi is sworn in for a rare third term as India's prime minister

Jun. 09, 2024 11:04 AM EDT

NEW DELHI (AP) — Narendra Modi was sworn in Sunday for a rare third consecutive term as India’s prime minister, relying on his coalition partners after his party failed to win a parliamentary majority in a surprise outcome. Modi and his Cabinet ministers took the oath of office,...

Maldives will ban Israelis from entering the country over the war in Gaza

Jun. 02, 2024 13:03 PM EDT

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — The Maldives government will ban Israelis from the Indian Ocean archipelago, known for luxury resorts, as public anger in the predominantly Muslim nation rises over the war in Gaza. The president's office said Sunday that the Cabinet decided to change...

India urges pro-China Maldives to ease tensions and improve their strained relationship

May. 09, 2024 10:47 AM EDT

NEW DELHI (AP) — India urged pro-China Maldives on Thursday to ease tensions and improve their strained relationship. The foreign ministers of India and Maldives met in New Delhi a day ahead of a deadline set by the Maldives’ new president, Mohamed Muizzu, for India to withdraw...