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Putin Praises Modi’s Global Authority, Calls Role Indispensable

By Drooid · Sep 18, 2026, 2:00 AM UTC · How we work

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Putin Praises Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s global authority and said his role in the India-Russia partnership is indispensable.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Modi’s leadership transformed India into a world power and deepened bilateral ties.
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus thanked Modi for hosting the BRICS summit and promoting global health security.
The “Melodi” bond went viral on Instagram with jokes, toffee exchanges, and selfies since 2023.

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Modi Statue Unveiled

West Bengal lit one lakh diyas and unveiled a statue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, 2026.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the Vishwakarma Scheme for 2,02,000 artisans and a 50 lakh Awaas Yojana list for women-owned houses.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared September 17–October 17 a month-long celebration of Modi’s 25-year service.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched Gau Matrushakti, gifting 76 Gir cows to 76 tribal women.

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Roy Crafts Modi

Sculptor Sushanta Roy spent nearly two months crafting a 5.7-foot wax-and-iron statue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
He clothed the figure in a traditional Bengali dhuti and kurta to reflect Modi’s regional dress.
Because he could not measure Modi, Roy relied on photographs and distant observation for facial and body details.
Roy maintains a private wax museum and mirror palace at his Asansol residence showcasing many celebrity figures.

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Putin Praises Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s global authority and said his role in the India-Russia partnership is indispensable.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Modi’s leadership transformed India into a world power and deepened bilateral ties.
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus thanked Modi for hosting the BRICS summit and promoting global health security.
The “Melodi” bond went viral on Instagram with jokes, toffee exchanges, and selfies since 2023.

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