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 Historic visit: Prime Minister of India in IsraelPrime Minister of India lands in Israel for historic first visit aimed at strengthening economic ties. No intention to visit Ramallah. Indian PM: Israel is a lighthousePrior to his upcoming visit to Israel, Indian PM Narendra Modi speaks about his take on Jerusalem, peace, and Israeli technology. Indian prime minister to meet massacre survivor Moshe HoltzbergIndian Prime MInister to visit Israel, sets time to meet 10-year-old whose parents were murdered in Chabad house attack in Mumbai. 'We view Iranian military foothold in Syria with utmost gravity'PM speaks at cabinet meeting about security threats from Syria, Indian PM's upcoming visit, and Hadassah Hospital crisis. Skipping RamallahUnlike most world leaders, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi refuses to schedule meeting with PA chairman during upcoming trip to Israel. Israel to provide India with missile defense systemsIsrael Aerospace Industries to supply air and missile defense systems for Indian naval ships as part of $630 million deal. PA chairman cheers prisoners, praises terroristsDuring India visit, Mahmoud Abbas praises terrorists, martyrs - but says he wants peace with Israel.Indian leaders take PA Chairman on tech tourIndia partners with Palestinian Authority to bring jobs to civilians. Will it work? Abbas visits IndiaPA chairman lands in New Delhi for three-day visit ahead of Indian PM's historic trip to Israel. Bus falls into river, 44 deadPrivate bus plunges into India river, killing at least 44 people. Israeli company provides water to India, Vietnam-from thin airWater Gen, an Israeli company, signs deal to produce drinking water in countries with water shortages by extracting water from the air. Bnei Menashe tribe prepare for Passover in northern IndiaBnei Menashe prepare matzot for Pesach, hope to immigrate to Israel. Young Israeli woman dies on post-army service trip to IndiaYoung woman began vomiting after eating pasta in hotel restaurant, condition deteriorated until she died. 'India wants to strengthen ties with Israel'Former Shin Bet chief MK Avi Dichter meets with Indian Dep. Foreign Minister in New Delhi, discuss potential for closer relations. Watch: Indian groups supporting ISIS from abroadIndia's involvement sparks outrage in the international community.India approves purchase of Israeli missile systemIndia’s Prime Minister approves $2.5 billion purchase of Israeli-made Barak 8 anti-aircraft missile system. Watch: Bnei Menashe recite Shema for first time in Israel72 members of the Bnei Menashe community make aliyah, recite Shema. Beginning of year-long campaign to bring hundreds of members to Israel. Watch: Protests erupt into violenceMany were injured during clashes between Indian Security Forces and Hizbul rebels. Israel launches two nano-satellitesIndian launcher sends record 102 satellites into space, two Israeli nano-satellites to help medical and environmental research. 102 from 'lost tribe' set to immigrate from India102 members of a Jewish community claiming descent from one of Israel’s lost tribes are being brought on Aliyah this week from India. Netanyahu: Israel has strong relationships with China, IndiaIsraeli PM says relations with China, India, are getting stronger; American magazine includes Israel in list of eight 'great powers.'Israelis warned of imminent terror threat in IndiaIsrael's counter-terrorism bureau issues a travel advisory for India, warns of an immediate threat of attacks against Western tourists. Bnei Menashe gather in India to celebrate HanukkahThousand of Bnei Menashe in India gather to celebrate Hanukkah Israeli killed in accident in IndiaYotam Tzafrani, 23, killed in a motorcycle accident near the city of Vapi in India. Death toll rises to 115 in Indian train accident115 dead, 150 injured in train accident in northern India. Death toll expected to rise as rescue workers begin to reach hardest hit section. Rivlin: India is an important allyPresident Rivlin departs on a state visit to the Republic of India, where he will open an agro-tech conference with his local counterpart. Tragedy in India: Israeli hiker falls to his death56 year old Israeli hiker dies after falling from steep cliff while hiking in northern India. Watch: Leopard rescued from 60 foot wellA drowning leopard stuck down a 60 foot well in India rescued by resourceful local rescue team.Indian police arrest two over gang rape of Israeli woman25-year-old Israeli tourist was raped after being lured into what she thought was a taxi in popular Himalayan resort town. Indian 'lost Jews' have genetic evidence of Jewish rootsThe Bene Israel of western India claim they're descended from shipwrecked Jewish travelers 2,000 years ago. Indian Hindu group: Trump will be mankind's lone saviorNationalist group prays to Hindu monkey god for Trump's victory, because 'he vowed to destroy Islamic terrorism' and is 'the savior.' Watching prophecy unfold with 'lost Jews' - and Hindu villagersMelting bananas, Hindu idols, Baptist preachers, and prophecy: The tale of our 120 degree Seder in a remote village in Southern India. India's Jews renew push for official minority status2,500-year-old Indian Jewish community requests government recognition as minority group. Over 100 dead in Indian temple fireFreak accident in southern India kills at least 100, leaves hundreds injured. MKs blast plan to import foreign tech workersProposal to bring in large number of skilled hi-tech workers faces criticism from across the political spectrum. Mikveh in India honors memory of fallen daughterChabad emissaries Motti and Libi Gromach build mikveh in Hampi to honor memory of daughter who died two years earlier. Mumbai attacks plotter says he worked for Pakistani intelligenceAmerican who helped survey sites for atrocities on hotels, Chabad house tells Indian court Pakistan provided key support for attacks. India looks to Israel to help build security fenceLooking to prevent illegal entry on Pakistan border, India looks to Israel for help to construct innovative border fence. Iranian couple with fake Israeli passports arrested in IndiaThe couple apparently forged the Israeli passports with the hope they would prove easier in acquiring work visas from the United States. Observations on Israel-India relationsIn light of the current visit to Israel of Indian Foreign Minister Sushma Swaaraj, below are observations on Indo-Israel ties. Hotovely: ‘India and Israel fight against terrorism’Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister met with India's Foreign Minister and praised her for her stance to Israel's fight against terrorism. Allies? Indian FM starts Israel visit at Arafat's graveSushma Swaraj starts visit in 'Palestine' before Israel, vowing 'solidarity with Palestinian people' a day before meeting Netanyahu. UK Chief Rabbi in first ever visit to IndiaRabbi Mirvis makes historic visit highlighting Jewish organizations’ commitment to aiding the needy in Indian slums and 'repair the world.' Watch: Earthquake in India shakes up Jewish communityFrom today's ILTV edition. The Jewish community of Bnei Menashe in India has taken the hit from a 6.7 earthquake. Bnei Menashe community suffers damage in India quakeAn earthquake in northeastern India caused 'extensive damage' to Ten Lost Tribes community in Manipur. Blood on blood: Chance encounter connects terror victimsHadar Buchris met Hadar Goldin's bereaved fiancée at Chabad House in India.Declare Mumbai attacks fishermen dead, families appealSeven years after coordinated terrorist attacks in India, including on Chabad Center, families appeal for compensation. Alliance solidifes: Rivlin announces India visit at joint forumWeeks after historic visit by Indian president, Rivlin hosts India-Israel Forum at residence to discuss bevy of plans for bilateral ties. History in Israel: Indian President Makes First Ever VisitPresident Mukherjee meets with Rivlin to talk about blossoming bilateral ties and shared threat of terrorism; two agreements signed. Indian President to Make First Ever Visit to IsraelHistory is to be made in a key Israeli alliance next week, as Pranab Mukherjee becomes first Indian president to visit the Jewish state. India: Five Sentenced to Death over Mumbai Bombings2006 attacks on busy commuter trains killed nearly 190 people; India blames Pakistani intelligence services. India Accelerates Plans to Buy Drones from IsraelSources in India say the country has accelerated plans to buy drones from Israel that can be armed. Israel, India Strike $400M Drone DealIsrael to deliver 10 Heron drones to Delhi in latest purchase to boost Indian military. India Issues Terror Warning to IsraelisIntelligence warns police in New Delhi that terror groups may be targeting Israeli tourists and embassy, as security gets bolstered. Over 1,100 Die in Brutal Indian Heat WaveIndia suffers from days of sweltering hot spell, with lethal temperatures reaching records of over 47 C (117 F). Report: Israel, India Close to Missile Development DealIsrael and India are close to a deal on developing a joint missile system, the Times of India reported Thursday. Israeli Ally India Signs 'Huge' Deal With Israeli Enemy IranIran will construct a new seaport that will lead to a 'huge' increase in trade between India, a close Israeli ally, and its enemy Iran. |
