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In Mauritius, Modi calls for ‘free, open, safe’ Indian Ocean • Mar. 12, 2025, 6:00 AM ET (The Hindu)
PM Modi Mauritius visit highlights: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi • Mar. 12, 2025, 2:27 AM ET (The Hindu)
PM in Mauritius LIVE updates: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi • Mar. 12, 2025, 2:27 AM ET (The Hindu)
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India reiterates support for Mauritius on Chagos islands ahead of PM Modi’s visit • Mar. 8, 2025, 6:18 AM ET (The Hindu)

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Also Known As Narendra Damodardas Modi
Born September 17, 1950 (age 74) • India
Title / Office prime minister (2014-), India
Political Affiliation Bharatiya Janata Party • Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh

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