<p>Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Friday (Aug 23) said embracing is a part of India’s culture when asked about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia last month and his hug with President Vladimir Putin.</p>

<p>PM Modi on Friday visited Kyiv and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Following the meeting, Jaishankar addressed the media and shared details of the conversation the two leaders had.</p>

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<p>When he was asked about Modi’s hug with Putin and now with President Zelensky, Jaishankar said, “In our part of the world, when people meet people, they are given to embracing each other, it may not be part of your culture but I can assure you it is part of ours. In fact, today, I think, I saw, Prime Minister (Modi) also embrace President Zelensky.”</p>

<p>The foreign minister added that he had seen PM Modi hugging several world leaders in the past as well and there was nothing unusual about it.</p>

<p>“And I have seen him do it with a number of other leaders in a number of other places. So, I think, we have a slight ... cultural gap here in terms of what these courtesies mean,” Jaishankar added.</p>

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<p>PM Modi visited Russia in July and told Putin that a solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict is not possible on the battlefield and that peace efforts do not succeed in the midst of bombs and bullets. Despite this strong message, the visit was criticised by Western leaders and Zelensky himself.</p>

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<p>“It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world’s largest democracy hug the world’s most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day,” Zelensky wrote, referring to a Russian attack on a children’s hospital in Kyiv the day Modi arrived in Russia.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Friday (Aug 23) said embracing is a part of India’s culture when asked about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia last month and his hug with President Vladimir Putin.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Friday (Aug 23) said embracing is a part of India’s culture when asked about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia last month and his hug with President Vladimir Putin. PM Modi on Friday visited Kyiv and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Following the meeting, Jaishankar addressed the media and shared details of the conversation the two leaders had. "It may not be part of your culture , it is part of our culture" EAM Dr S Jaishankar on PM Modi's hug to President Putin in Moscow to BBC journalist pic.twitter.com/ZEZPIkEgAI — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) August 23, 2024 × When he was asked about Modi’s hug with Putin and now with President Zelensky, Jaishankar said, “In our part of the world, when people meet people, they are given to embracing each other, it may not be part of your culture but I can assure you it is part of ours. In fact, today, I think, I saw, Prime Minister (Modi) also embrace President Zelensky.” The foreign minister added that he had seen PM Modi hugging several world leaders in the past as well and there was nothing unusual about it. “And I have seen him do it with a number of other leaders in a number of other places. So, I think, we have a slight ... cultural gap here in terms of what these courtesies mean,” Jaishankar added. Also read: Modi`s historic Ukraine visit could aid `Zelensky’s vision` for peace, says White House PM Modi visited Russia in July and told Putin that a solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict is not possible on the battlefield and that peace efforts do not succeed in the midst of bombs and bullets. Despite this strong message, the visit was criticised by Western leaders and Zelensky himself. Also read: Indian PM Narendra Modi visits war-torn Ukraine, meets Zelensky “It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world’s largest democracy hug the world’s most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day,” Zelensky wrote, referring to a Russian attack on a children’s hospital in Kyiv the day Modi arrived in Russia. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Part of culture,’ Jaishankar schools Western media over PM Modi hugging Putin

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up with his tradition of hugging the host as he stepped into war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). The internet was inundated with photos of PM Modi embracing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, in stark contrast to visuals that came from Moscow last month when the Indian PM&nbsp;hugged host, President Vladimir Putin, in a similar fashion.</p>

<p>The Modi-Putin embrace drew sharp criticism from Western leaders as well as Zelensky.</p>

<p>“It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world’s largest democracy hug the world’s most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day,” Zelensky wrote, referring to a Russian attack on a children’s hospital in Kyiv the day Modi arrived in Russia.</p>

<h2><strong>WION asks question to Zelensky</strong></h2>

<p>WION on Friday asked Zelensky whether his perception of PM Modi had changed after the Indian leader extended a similar gesture towards him while visiting Kyiv.</p>

<p>WION’s Sidhant Sibal asked Zelensky, “When PM Modi was in Moscow, you condemned the embrace between the Indian PM and Russian president. Now, he’s here in Kyiv. He embraced you. Has your assessment changed because he is present in Kyiv, meeting you and hugging you?</p>

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<p>In response, Zelensky said his criticism was not directed against PM Modi’s visit to Russia but Putin’s attack on Ukrainian children.</p>

<p>“Signal of condemnation was not because of (Indian) prime minister came to see Putin but because the PM came to Putin and Putin killed our children. And we wanted to have some reaction, to hear some response. I think it’s important that democratic world is understanding what’s happening,” Zelensky told WION.</p>

<h2><strong>Indian foreign minister Jaishankar’s response</strong></h2>

<p>Following the meeting between Modi and Zelensky, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr S&nbsp;Jaishankar addressed the media and shared details of the conversation the two leaders had.</p>

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<p>When he was asked about Modi’s hug with Putin and now with President Zelensky, Jaishankar said, “In our part of the world, when people meet people, they are given to embracing each other, it may not be part of your culture but I can assure you it is part of ours. In fact, today, I think, I saw, Prime Minister (Modi) also embrace President Zelensky.”</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up with his tradition of hugging the host as he stepped into war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). The internet was inundated with photos of PM Modi embracing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, in stark contrast to visuals that came from Moscow last month when the Indian PM hugged host, President Vladimir Putin, in a similar fashion.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi kept up with his tradition of hugging the host as he stepped into war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). The internet was inundated with photos of PM Modi embracing Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, in stark contrast to visuals that came from Moscow last month when the Indian PM hugged host, President Vladimir Putin, in a similar fashion. The Modi-Putin embrace drew sharp criticism from Western leaders as well as Zelensky. “It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world’s largest democracy hug the world’s most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day,” Zelensky wrote, referring to a Russian attack on a children’s hospital in Kyiv the day Modi arrived in Russia. WION asks question to Zelensky WION on Friday asked Zelensky whether his perception of PM Modi had changed after the Indian leader extended a similar gesture towards him while visiting Kyiv. WION’s Sidhant Sibal asked Zelensky, “When PM Modi was in Moscow, you condemned the embrace between the Indian PM and Russian president. Now, he’s here in Kyiv. He embraced you. Has your assessment changed because he is present in Kyiv, meeting you and hugging you? × In response, Zelensky said his criticism was not directed against PM Modi’s visit to Russia but Putin’s attack on Ukrainian children. “Signal of condemnation was not because of (Indian) prime minister came to see Putin but because the PM came to Putin and Putin killed our children. And we wanted to have some reaction, to hear some response. I think it’s important that democratic world is understanding what’s happening,” Zelensky told WION. Indian foreign minister Jaishankar’s response Following the meeting between Modi and Zelensky, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr S Jaishankar addressed the media and shared details of the conversation the two leaders had. Also read: War has 'returned' to Russia, says Zelensky in Independence Day address When he was asked about Modi’s hug with Putin and now with President Zelensky, Jaishankar said, “In our part of the world, when people meet people, they are given to embracing each other, it may not be part of your culture but I can assure you it is part of ours. In fact, today, I think, I saw, Prime Minister (Modi) also embrace President Zelensky.”

‘Not against PM Modi,’ Zelensky addresses his criticism of Modi-Putin hug while speaking to WION

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 23) presented Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with four BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita &amp; Maitri) Cubes during a one-day visit to the war-torn nation, hailed as historic by observers. The cubes are designed to help expedite treatment for injured and are expected to help Ukrainians as they battle out Russian forces.</p>

<h2><strong>What are BHISHM cubes?</strong></h2>

<p>The BHISHM stands for Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita &amp; Maitri, which roughly translates to India’s spirit of cooperation and friendship.</p>

<p>The BHISHM cubes are compact, portable and intended to provide first-line care in emergencies. These can prove to be critical assets in times of war-related situations and medical emergencies, especially in Ukraine which witnesses fatal attacks from Russia almost every day.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Indian PM in Ukraine: PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indian diaspora</strong></p>

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<p>The cubes are equipped with modern medical equipment, essential medicines and health materials. All supplies required to treat injuries such as trauma, bleeding, burns, and fractures are stocked in abundance, making them a preferred destination for wounded troopers on the front lines.</p>

<p>Thanks to these facilities, one BHISHM cube can accommodate 10-15 surgeries per day, helping doctors conduct right from minor operations to more complex surgeries. One such cube can handle more than 200 cases every day, especially in remote areas where medical facilities are not available readily.</p>

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<p>These cubes are designed to function even when the external power source is not available as they have the ability to generate power as well. In extreme cases, these cubes can also be used to generate limited oxygen for medical use.</p>

<p>To help Ukraine&nbsp;use these cubes effectively, India has deployed a team of experts to the war-torn nation. The team will impart necessary training to Ukrainian personnel, helping them save the lives of injured soldiers and medics.</p>

<p>India’s Ministry for External Affairs (MEA) in a statement said the move to provide Ukraine with four BHISHM cubes “underscores India’s continued commitment to provide humanitarian assistance.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 23) presented Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with four BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) Cubes during a one-day visit to the war-torn nation, hailed as historic by observers.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Aug 23) presented Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with four BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) Cubes during a one-day visit to the war-torn nation, hailed as historic by observers. The cubes are designed to help expedite treatment for injured and are expected to help Ukrainians as they battle out Russian forces. What are BHISHM cubes? The BHISHM stands for Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri, which roughly translates to India’s spirit of cooperation and friendship. The BHISHM cubes are compact, portable and intended to provide first-line care in emergencies. These can prove to be critical assets in times of war-related situations and medical emergencies, especially in Ukraine which witnesses fatal attacks from Russia almost every day. Also read: Indian PM in Ukraine: PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indian diaspora × The cubes are equipped with modern medical equipment, essential medicines and health materials. All supplies required to treat injuries such as trauma, bleeding, burns, and fractures are stocked in abundance, making them a preferred destination for wounded troopers on the front lines. Thanks to these facilities, one BHISHM cube can accommodate 10-15 surgeries per day, helping doctors conduct right from minor operations to more complex surgeries. One such cube can handle more than 200 cases every day, especially in remote areas where medical facilities are not available readily. Also read: Indian PM Narendra Modi visits war-torn Ukraine, meets Zelensky These cubes are designed to function even when the external power source is not available as they have the ability to generate power as well. In extreme cases, these cubes can also be used to generate limited oxygen for medical use. To help Ukraine use these cubes effectively, India has deployed a team of experts to the war-torn nation. The team will impart necessary training to Ukrainian personnel, helping them save the lives of injured soldiers and medics. India’s Ministry for External Affairs (MEA) in a statement said the move to provide Ukraine with four BHISHM cubes “underscores India’s continued commitment to provide humanitarian assistance.” (With inputs from agencies)

What are BHISHM cubes, gifted by PM Modi to Ukraine during historic Kyiv visit?

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his one-day visit to war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23).&nbsp;This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Modi's visit also comes as the war between Russia and Ukraine rages on.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Visuals showed Prime Minister Modi's convoy arriving in Kyiv. He was also seen meeting the Indian diaspora in Ukraine amid chants of "Bharat Mata ki Jai."</p>

<h2><strong>Modi's agenda in Ukraine</strong></h2>

<p>Indian PM Modi's visit (to Ukraine)&nbsp;included a notable stop at the multimedia Martyrologist at the Ukraine National Museum. Here, Modi would honoured the memory of Ukrainian children, whose lives were taken by the full-scale Russian invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy was present at the museum.</p>

<p>Following his visit to the museum, Modi will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi's statue at the A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Modi and Zelensky will be holding a restricted meeting to discuss key issues. High-level delegation meetings will follow, where important discussions on bilateral cooperation are expected.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Reached Kyiv earlier this morning. The Indian community accorded a very warm welcome. <a href="https://t.co/oYEV71BTlv">pic.twitter.com/oYEV71BTlv</a></p>
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<p>Document exchanges will take place to formalise agreements and collaborations between New Delhi and Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Ukraine, West Asia conflicts are a deep matter of concern...'</strong></h2>

<p>Before arriving in Ukraine, Modi was in Poland where he said that the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia were "a matter of deep concern for all of us."</p>

<p>"India firmly believes that no problem can be solved on the battlefield. The loss of innocent lives in any crisis has become the biggest challenge for the entire humanity. We support dialogue and diplomacy for the early restoration of peace and stability," Modi said during a press joint press conference with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his one-day visit to war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his one-day visit to war-torn Ukraine on Friday (Aug 23). This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Modi's visit also comes as the war between Russia and Ukraine rages on. Kyiv: PM Modi & Ukraine President Zelenskyy honor the memory of children at Martyrologist Exposition pic.twitter.com/4Sr5pBP8wD — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) August 23, 2024 × Visuals showed Prime Minister Modi's convoy arriving in Kyiv. He was also seen meeting the Indian diaspora in Ukraine amid chants of "Bharat Mata ki Jai." Modi's agenda in Ukraine Indian PM Modi's visit (to Ukraine) included a notable stop at the multimedia Martyrologist at the Ukraine National Museum. Here, Modi would honoured the memory of Ukrainian children, whose lives were taken by the full-scale Russian invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy was present at the museum. Following his visit to the museum, Modi will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi's statue at the A.V. Fomin Botanical Garden. Modi and Zelensky will be holding a restricted meeting to discuss key issues. High-level delegation meetings will follow, where important discussions on bilateral cooperation are expected. Reached Kyiv earlier this morning. The Indian community accorded a very warm welcome. pic.twitter.com/oYEV71BTlv — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 23, 2024 × Document exchanges will take place to formalise agreements and collaborations between New Delhi and Kyiv. 'Ukraine, West Asia conflicts are a deep matter of concern...' Before arriving in Ukraine, Modi was in Poland where he said that the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia were "a matter of deep concern for all of us." "India firmly believes that no problem can be solved on the battlefield. The loss of innocent lives in any crisis has become the biggest challenge for the entire humanity. We support dialogue and diplomacy for the early restoration of peace and stability," Modi said during a press joint press conference with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

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