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431. PM Modi awarded Afghanistan’s top civilian honour
- On June 4, 2016,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Amir Amanullah Khan Award, Afghanistan’s highest civilian honour, recognizing his contributions to strengthening ties between India and Afghanistan. The award was bestowed by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani during Modi’s brief visit to Afghanistan.
- The honour was presented in Herat, Afghanistan, immediately after the joint inauguration of the Afghan‑India Friendship Dam (formerly known as Salma Dam), a major infrastructure project rebuilt with India’s assistance, marking a significant milestone in bilateral cooperation.
- The honour recognized India-Afghanistan friendship and cooperation. Modi highlighted cultural ties, referenced Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, and wished people for Ramzan, symbolizing diplomatic and cultural goodwill.
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432. PM Narendra Modi conferred ‘Grand Collar of the State of Palestine'
- OnFebruary 10,2018,Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the ‘Grand Collar of the State of Palestine’, the highest Palestinian honour for foreign dignitaries, by President Mahmoud Abbas. This recognition was awarded in recognition of his leadership and contributions to strengthening India‑Palestine relations.
- The honour was bestowed after their bilateral meeting in Ramallah, Palestine during PM Modi’s official visit to the region. Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Palestine on an official trip.
- President Abbas stated the award reflects respect for Modi’s wise and creative leadership and his efforts toward peace, stability and deeper bilateral ties; Modi described the honour as a proud moment for India and a symbol of growing friendship between the two nations.
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433. PM Modi Gets Maldives' Highest Honour "Rule of Nishan Izzuddeen
- ON June 8,2019,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Maldives’ highest honour, the “The Most Honourable Order of the Distinguished Rule of Nishan Izzuddeen”, by Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih during a ceremony in Malé. This prestigious award is the top honour the Maldives accords to foreign dignitaries.
- The honour was presented during Modi’s two-day state visit to the Maldives—his first bilateral visit abroad since his re-election as India’s Prime Minister—held in the Maldivian capital, Malé.
- The visit aimed to strengthen India–Maldives relations under India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy, with both leaders holding talks and signing agreements to enhance cooperation, including in defence.
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434. PM Modi honoured with UAE's highest civilian award 'Order of Zayed'
- On August 24,2025,Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the ‘Order of Zayed’, the United Arab Emirates’ highest civilian award, by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, in recognition of his pivotal role in strengthening the strategic and multifaceted relationship between India and the UAE.
- The award ceremony took place at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi during Modi’s visit to the UAE. The honour was announced earlier in April and formally bestowed on Saturday of the visit, reflecting the deepening bilateral ties between the two nations.
- Modi expressed gratitude and dedicated the honour to 1.3 billion Indians, highlighting strong ties in trade, energy, and people-to-people relations between the two countries.
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435. PM Modi conferred 'The King Hamad Order of the Renaissance' in Bahrain
- On August 19, 2025,India PM Narendra Modi was conferred “The King Hamad Order of the Renaissance”, Bahrain’s highest civilian honour, by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa during his official visit to Manama on August 25, 2019.
- This was the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Bahrain, and PM Modi accepted the award on behalf of 1.3 billion Indians, calling it a symbol of strong and friendly India–Bahrain relations.
- During the visit, PM Modi addressed the Indian community and oversaw the exchange of MoUs in culture, space, ISA, and RuPay, strengthening bilateral cooperation before heading to the G7 Summit in France.
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436. Defence Minister launches BRO manual to streamline strategic road construction
- On December 23,2025,Defence Minister in New Delhi launched a DPR preparation guide developed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to standardise planning for strategic road infrastructure projects.
- The guide provides a single, uniform reference covering design standards, construction methods, quality control and cost analysis to improve the technical accuracy and consistency of DPRs for new and upgraded roads.
- The initiative aims to reduce time and cost overruns, ensure faster execution of projects, and strengthen strategic connectivity and socio-economic development in border and remote regions.
437. PM-KUSUM: Sahaj Solar Gets ₹125 Cr Loan from IREDA For Solar Projects Across Four States
- On 18 December 2025, Gujarat‑based Sahaj Solar signed a loan agreement with the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) to secure a ₹125 crore medium‑term loan to fund its participation in India’s PM‑KUSUM solar programme.
- The company will use the funds to install 15,000 solar pumps under PM‑KUSUM Components B and C, and to execute 300 off‑grid SPV plant projects across four states — Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Punjab — boosting clean energy access for agricultural and rural users.
- The 18‑month loan carries a 10.90 % interest rate, and IREDA has secured the facility with extensive collateral, including project assets, cash flows, contracts, approvals, and a personal guarantee from Sahaj Solar’s main promoter, ensuring robust credit protection while enabling project execution.
438. MIC Electronics gets Rs 10.5 million variation order from Central Railway
- On 23 Dec 2025, MIC Electronics received a ₹10.5 million variation order from the Nagpur Division of Central Railway, raising its total contract under the Amrit Bharat Scheme from ₹83.7 million to ₹94.2 million.
- The project in seven Nagpur Division stations will add display boards, PA systems, optical fibre, networking hardware, and UPS upgrades to enhance passenger communication and system reliability, following RDSO and Indian Railways standards.
- The project Announced in Dec 2025, the expanded work will be executed over FY25–26, boosting MIC Electronics’ order book and reinforcing its role as a key provider of integrated passenger information and digital solutions for Indian Railways.
439. ‘India a global power, promoting peace and prosperity’: Why PM Modi has been awarded one of the highest military honours by USA
- On 21 December 2020,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Legion of Merit, Degree Chief Commander one of the highest military honours awarded by the United States in recognition of his leadership in advancing India’s strategic stature and global influence.
- The award was formally presented at the White House by US National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien and accepted on behalf of PM Modi by India’s Ambassador to the U.S., Taranjit Singh Sandhu, underscoring the ceremonial protocol for foreign heads of government receiving U.S. honours.
- The U.S. award acknowledges Modi’s role in elevating the India–United States strategic partnership, promoting global peace and prosperity, and supporting India’s emergence as a global power; it also places him among other world leaders recognised for strengthening key international ties.
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440. PM Modi receives Ebakl Award in Papua New Guinea by President Surangel S Whipps Jr
- On May 22, 2023,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the Ebakl Award, presented by President Surangel S. Whipps Jr. of the Republic of Palau, during his visit to Papua New Guinea. The Ebakl is a culturally significant Palauan tool that symbolizes leadership and wisdom.
- The award ceremony took place in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on the sidelines of the 3rd Forum for India‑Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) Summit held on May 22, 2023, where PM Modi engaged with leaders from Pacific Island nations.
- The Ebakl was bestowed on PM Modi as a gesture of respect and friendship, recognizing his efforts in strengthening ties between India and Pacific Island nations; it was presented during diplomatic talks with Palau’s President on the FIPIC summit margins.
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