Mauritius is a beautiful island nation located in the Indian Ocean, situated to the east of the African continent. This country is renowned for its natural beauty, white sandy beaches, lagoons, coral reefs, and lush green mountains. Its capital is Port Louis. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Mauritius on March 11, 2025, at the invitation of Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam. During this visit, PM Modi is expected to sign several agreements to strengthen cooperation in capacity building, trade, and efforts to combat cross-border financial crimes (PM Modi Mauritius Visit).
People of Indian origin, whose ancestors arrived here as labourers in the 19th century form a significant portion of Mauritius' population. Indian culture, language, and festivals are an integral part of Mauritian culture. Diwali, Holi, and Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated with great enthusiasm here.
The official language of Mauritius is English, but Creole, Hindi, French, and Bhojpuri are also spoken.
Popular tourist attractions in Mauritius include Grand Baie, Black River Gorges National Park, Ganga Talao, Le Morne Brabant, and the Sugar Museum and Factory (L'Aventure du Sucre).
On this edition of India Today Global, Geeta Mohan examines US President Donald Trump’s controversial push for the United States to acquire Greenland. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump stated, 'I won't use force,' but insisted that the US needs 'right title and ownership' to effectively defend the territory. The move has triggered a diplomatic crisis, with the European Union Parliament suspending a major trade deal in protest. The programme also explores the escalating tensions within NATO as leaders from France, Germany, and Denmark reject any compromise on sovereignty. Additionally, the report covers Trump’s criticism of the UK’s decision to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, which he termed 'total weakness.' Geeta Mohan and analysts discuss the 'Don Rho' doctrine and the potential establishment of a 'Board of Peace' as an alternative to United Nations mediation in global conflicts.
On this Special Report, the focus is on US President Donald Trump’s latest foreign policy offensive against European allies. Speaking on his recent actions, Trump stated, 'I've done more for NATO than anybody else' while criticizing the United Kingdom's decision to hand over Diego Garcia to Mauritius, labeling it 'great stupidity.' The President also shared private messages from French President Emmanuel Macron and called for a 200% fine on French wine. The transcript highlights Trump's renewed push for his Greenland policy and his demand that France join a Gaza peace board. These developments come as Trump completes one year in office and prepares for the World Economic Forum in Davos. Foreign Affairs Editor Pranay Upadhyay notes that this represents a major face-off in the transatlantic partnership, with Trump utilizing social media to lambast partners including Denmark and the NATO leadership over defense spending and territorial claims.
In this special report on India Today Global, anchor Geeta Mohan details President Donald Trump's launch of a new 'Gold Card' visa programme, offering a fast-track to US citizenship for a $1 million fee.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today held a roadshow in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, where he was greeted by a large number of supporters. The event was part of his visit to the city to host and hold a bilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam. Modi and Ramgoolam are expected to hold discussions on crucial matters of bilateral cooperation, with particular focus on development partnership and capacity building. They will also discuss opportunities for expanding collaboration in health, education, science and technology, energy, infrastructure as well as in emerging domains such as renewable energy, digital public infrastructure and the blue economy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting Mauritius Prime Minister Naveen Chandra Ramgoolam in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi. The visit, part of a state visit to India from September 9 to 16, focusses on strengthening bilateral ties. The two leaders are holding discussions on crucial matters including trade, development partnerships, and capacity building. The Mauritian delegation was welcomed with an electrifying atmosphere in Kashi, featuring cultural programmes with traditional Bhojpuri songs, reflecting the deep historical ties between Mauritius and the Purvanchal region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in Mauritius on a two-day visit, performed a puja at Ganga Talao, a crater lake with a Shiva temple.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with Mauritius' highest civilian honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, during his two-day visit.
Prime Minister Modi announced a strategic partnership between India and Mauritius during his visit. Key initiatives include India's contribution to a new Parliament building in Mauritius, maritime security cooperation, and development projects. Modi emphasised shared cultural values, economic ties, and mutual support in various sectors including health, education, and technology.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and culturally rich welcome in Mauritius with a performance of Geet Gawai, a traditional Bhojpuri musical art form.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Mauritius for a two-day visit. He will be the chief guest at Mauritius' National Day celebrations on 12th March. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties.
As PM Modi took oath, 'Neighbourhood First' Policy was visible. Seated on the front row were Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Seychelles, Mauritius. The highlight was Maldives amid strained ties.
While speaking to India Today TV's Geeta Mohan, High Commissioner of Mauritius Haymandoyal Dillum said that there was great interest among people in Mauritius in the Ram Mandir inauguration and 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22.
Ahead of the Delhi G20 Summit, the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jaugnauth, talked to India Today’s Geeta Mohan about his expectations of India’s G20 presidency. Jaugnauth said it is a great honour to be a part of the summit. He said his country is looking to strengthen ties with the other member nations and come up with constructive solutions to several global issues. He also spoke about the inclusion of the African Union into the G20, hailing it as an admirable step by PM Modi. Praising India for its Chandrayaaan-3 success, the Mauritius Prime Minister said India is making global progress in all aspects. He also praised Prime Minister Modi’s stature at the global level.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) said early on Tuesday that Aditya L1, the country's first solar mission, successfully performed the second Earth-bound manoeuvre. The space agency's Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) carried out the operation. "The second Earth-bound manoeuvre (EBN#2) is performed successfully from ISTRAC, Bengaluru. ISTRAC/Isro's ground stations at Mauritius, Bengaluru and Port Blair tracked the satellite during this operation. The new orbit attained is 282 kilometres x 40,225 km," Isro shared the update on X.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) said early on Tuesday that Aditya L1, the country's first solar mission, successfully performed the second Earth-bound manoeuvre. The space agency's Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC) carried out the operation. "The second Earth-bound manoeuvre (EBN#2) is performed successfully from ISTRAC, Bengaluru. ISTRAC/Isro's ground stations at Mauritius, Bengaluru and Port Blair tracked the satellite during this operation. The new orbit attained is 282 kilometres x 40,225 km," Isro shared the update on X.
In a fresh set of allegations against the Adani Group of companies, the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) has said that millions of dollars were invested in some publicly traded stocks of the group through "opaque" Mauritius funds.
A report by the OCCRP, a non-profit media organisation, claims hidden Mauritius funds were used for investments in Adani Group's public traded shares.
The Centre has issued a 'Letter of Comfort' to Bharat Biotech for 45 lakh more doses of Covaxin vaccine, sources said on Tuesday. Out of those 45 lakh doses, the city-based vaccine maker will be supplying over 8 lakh doses of Covaxin to some of the friendly countries such as Mauritius, Philippines and Myanmar, free of cost as "good will gesture". Sources also said that the company will be dispatching 20 lakh doses of the earlier order in a couple of days.
With a new twist in Hathras case, in which a 19-year-old Dalit woman was allegedly gangraped by four upper caste men, Enforcement Directorate's preliminary report claims PFI got Rs 50 crore transferred from Mauritius for inciting riots in Hathras.
