KT blog: 8 agreements signed during Modi's Oman visit

Sunday, February 11

10:20pm

Eight Agreements/MoUs were signed during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Oman.

Sultan Qaboos appreciated the contribution of honest and hard working Indian nationals in the development of Oman. Eight Agreements/MoUs were also signed during the productive visit. pic.twitter.com/69dA4NIPNb
- Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) February 11, 2018

10:00pm

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi led delegation-level talks with Sultan Qaboos of Oman.

Charting out new frontiers in our bilateral relationship, PM @narendramodi led delegation-level talks with Sultan Qaboos of Oman. The two strategic partners discussed to strengthen cooperation in trade & investment, energy, defence & security, food security and regional issues. pic.twitter.com/KzQtGaHXF8
- Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) February 11, 2018

8:06pm

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Indian comunity in Muscat, Oman.

Electrifying atmosphere! PM @narendramodi addresses the Indian community in #Muscat and shares India's growth story and highlights the vision of a new India. pic.twitter.com/0SVg4qjTXU
- Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) February 11, 2018

5:06pm

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Oman.

#WATCH Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives ceremonial reception on his arrival in Oman's Muscat. pic.twitter.com/7QtiJGlE1y
- ANI (@ANI) February 11, 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives ceremonial reception on his arrival in Oman's Muscat. pic.twitter.com/2ANojh2JhA
- ANI (@ANI) February 11, 2018

1:30pm

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with business leaders from Gulf Cooperation Council

PM @narendramodi met business leaders from Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He spoke at length about the economic opportunities in India and the series of reforms undertaken in the last 3.5 years. pic.twitter.com/Ne5qdHzafD
- PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 11, 2018

12:50pm

The rulers here have respected India. It is our responsibility to take care of the ideals here," Indian PM Narendra Modi said addressing the 1800-strong community who had gathered at the Dubai Opera to listen to him. Read the full story here: http://bit.ly/2CbWdH0

Respect #UAE ideals, @narendramodi urges #Indian expats https://t.co/s5QYsrMO0e
Follow our blog here: https://t.co/jbtyr76TgF #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste | #ModiInUAE pic.twitter.com/ghCyiiRQsH
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

11:20am

10:40am

10:92am

"After many years, India's relations with other countries have become so vibrant and vast," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi

"After many years, India's relations with other countries have become so vibrant and vast." Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.
Follow KT Live Blog for updates: https://t.co/2Pw0xEb79J #WorldGovSummit | #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

10:42am

It is a matter of happiness that I have got an opportunity to meet you all, says Modi.

"It is a matter of happiness that I have got an opportunity to meet you all." PM Narendra Modi addresses to the audience at the Dubai Opera
Follow KT Live Blog: https://t.co/2Pw0xEb79J #WorldGovSummit | #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste
Photo: Anjana Sankar | Khaleej Times pic.twitter.com/hL1KjsyGqw
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

10:35am

10:25am

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived. Follow KT Live Blog for real time coverage: https://t.co/2Pw0xEb79J #WorldGovSummit | #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste

Video by Anjana Sankar | Khaleej Times pic.twitter.com/cLpnVrz5f5
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

10:17am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Dubai Opera

9:57am

Indian PM Narendra Modi is on his way to Dubai where he will address the community at Dubai Opera.

9:40am

India in a nutshell. A video on Indian culture, achievements of international Indians, the global impact of Indian heritage and Indian cinema on display at the Dubai Opera. A major segment of the video features the establishment of he International Day of Yoga and the impact of Indian cinema on the world. Indian expatriates watch the video, cheering and awaiting the PM.

India in a nutshell. A video on Indian culture, achievements of international Indians, the global impact of Indian heritage and Indian cinema on display at the #Dubai Opera.
KT Live coverage: https://t.co/jbtyr76TgF #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste| #ModiInUAE pic.twitter.com/CsEIEDSnEK
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

9:05am

Indian High School student and Guinness Record Holder Sucheta, who has the unique ability to sing in 107 languages, performs a medley of regional Indian language songs ahead of PM Modi's visit at the Dubai Opera. She sings songs in Gujarati, Assamese, Malayalam, and a few other Indian languages before topping it up with an Arabic performance.

Indian High School student and #Guinness Record holder #Sucheta, who has the unique ability to sing in 107 languages, performs ahead of PM @narendramodi's visit at the Dubai Opera. Photo: Dhanusha Gokulan
KT Live Blog: https://t.co/2Pw0xEb79J #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste pic.twitter.com/Us9soEMLAr
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

9:00am

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Wahat Al Karama memorial in Dubai. Video ANI/Twitter

Abu Dhabi: PM Modi pays tribute to Emirati soldiers at Wahat Al Karama memorial. #ModiInUAE pic.twitter.com/lwJIlUYHSj
- ANI (@ANI) February 11, 2018

#WATCH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Wahat Al Karama memorial. #ModiInUAE pic.twitter.com/fPoCJrGuo3
- ANI (@ANI) February 11, 2018

8:30am

Classical Indian musicians providing entertainment on-stage

Classical Indian musicians providing entertainment on-stage ahead of Prime Minister #NarendraModi's adress at the @DubaiOpera.
Video: Dhanusha Gokulan
Follow KT Live Blog: https://t.co/2Pw0xEsI1h #UAE_IndiaDosti | #MarhabaNamaste pic.twitter.com/dg4oYRe5xc
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

8:20am

The seats at the Dubai Opera are quickly filling in. People from different states of India have arrived bright and early to listen to PM Narendra Modi and witness the live broadcast of the temple in Abu Dhabi. A few members from the Emirati community as here as well. Over 1800 people are expected to be here today.

The seats at the @DubaiOpera are quickly filling in. People have arrived early to listen to #NarendraModi and witness the live broadcast of the temple in #AbuDhabi. Photo: Dhanusha Gokulan
Follow KT Live Blog: https://t.co/2Pw0xEsI1h #WorldGovSummit | #UAE_IndiaDosti pic.twitter.com/PU6A2uXsqB
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

8:10am

Members of the Indian community and visitors have formed long queues outside the Dubai Opera, eagerly waiting to catch a glimpse of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. People started gathering as early as 7am to gain access into the Dubai Opera. Lalit Karani, an Indian resident who has been in Dubai for over 50 years said, "I'm very happy about the temple opening."

KT Live Blog: #NarendraModi set to address #Indian community at @DubaiOpera https://t.co/2Pw0xEsI1h #WorldGovSummit | #UAE_IndiaDosti pic.twitter.com/sVSnxzpJum
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 11, 2018

7:50am

People thronging the Dubai Opera to listen to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who will address the community. Video by Anjana Sankar/Khaleej Times

7:41pm

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi from Palestine on Saturday evening on a two-day state visit. He was received by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. Read more here.

7:32pm

Reached UAE. This visit includes a wide range of programmes which will have a positive impact on India-UAE ties. I thank HH Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the special gesture of receiving me. @MohamedBinZayed pic.twitter.com/O13IdzIG4P
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 10, 2018

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- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 10, 2018

7:28pm

Landmarks around the UAE light up to mark the arrival of Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi @BurjKhalifa #EmiratesPalace #AdnocHeadquarters https://t.co/SSUPP3o89L (KT Photo: Josh/Ryan) pic.twitter.com/OUnLZhlSoV
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 10, 2018

7:14pm

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- ???? ?? ???? (@MohamedBinZayed) February 10, 2018

We warmly welcome our state guest and valued friend, the Indian Prime Minister H.E. @narendramodi to the UAE. His visit reflects our longstanding historical ties and is testament to our friendly bilateral relationship. pic.twitter.com/NDn4GctynI
- ???? ?? ???? (@MohamedBinZayed) February 10, 2018

7:00pm

According to Doordarshan News, PM Modi met with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

Ceremonial reception given to PM @NarendraModi in #AbuDhabi. PM Modi meets the Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the second leg of his 3-nation tour pic.twitter.com/5pIlrztZ6r
- Doordarshan News (@DDNewsLive) February 10, 2018

6:51pm

Sources: PM @narendramodi provided Emirates' Palace Royal suite set aside only for the GCC rulers. https://t.co/6mIvdmeZjU
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 10, 2018

6:31pm

#BREAKING Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi lands in UAE, reaches Abu Dhabi https://t.co/6mIvdmeZjU
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) February 10, 2018