The Latest Breaking News from Seychelles

The White Company has launched a 12-day candle calendar for Christmas

It features The White Company’s bestselling scents like Seychelles and autumn

The Independent UK · Sep 23

India's Purple Frog: 46 Weeks Underground, 130 Million Years of Survival, and Two Weeks to Breed

A Species Science Almost MissedThe Purple Frog, Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis, was formally described by scientists S.D. Biju and Franky Bossuyt in a 2003 paper published in Nature, making it one of the most significant amphibian discoveries of the century. It had been living in the forests of the Western Ghats for…

Times Life · Sep 23

The ultimate guide to getting some winter sun

The UK heatwaves may be over but there’s a world of choices — old and new — for balmy breaks in the months ahead. By Alicia Miller

Evening Standard · Sep 10

How PM Modi Made History with One Extraordinary State Visit

History is often made quietly, but sometimes a single visit changes the course of international diplomacy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles became one such moment as he achieved two remarkable firsts that no Indian Prime Minister had accomplished before. Beyond the ceremonies and awards, the visit highlighted India's…

MyLifeXP · Jun 29

India-Seychelles conclude umbrella line of credit agreement worth Rs 1250 crore

India and Seychelles have solidified their partnership with a Rs. 1250 crore line of credit for development projects and an extradition treaty to combat crime. The nations also agreed to integrate India's UPI payment system and explore outer space cooperation. Seychelles requested Indian aid for AI, cybersecurity centers, and a…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

India says projects in Seychelles guided by host country's priorities

India's foreign secretary clarified that any projects in Seychelles, including those on Assumption Island, will align with the host nation's priorities and people's interests. While the specific issue wasn't discussed during Prime Minister Modi's visit, New Delhi remains open to hearing Seychelles' ideas. India emphasized its development cooperation is built…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Indian Army contingent, naval band, INS Tarkash to grace Seychelles National Day celebrations

Besides, an Indian Navy marching contingent and naval band will also be part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of the archipelago nation.

The Economic Times · Jun 28

School assembly news headlines for June 29: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day

Prime Minister Modi's historic Seychelles address highlighted maritime bonds, while India and the island nation inked 19 cooperation outcomes. Closer to home, heavy rains caused disruptions in North Bengal and Arunachal Pradesh. Internationally, a civilian aircraft crash in France claimed 11 lives, and a Saudi Aramco helicopter incident resulted in…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

From Garba to Moutya, Samosas to Chutney: PM Modi hails 'Creole Spirit' and maritime bond with India in historic Seychelles address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made history as the first Indian PM to address Seychelles' parliament, emphasizing regional stability and the Indian Ocean's role as a connector. He highlighted India's unwavering commitment to Seychelles' sovereignty, noting naval ship presence at independence and its Golden Jubilee. Modi celebrated the nation's unique identity…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

'We meet not as strangers, but as old friends': PM Modi addresses Parliament of Seychelles, hails people-to-people ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Seychelles Parliament, his 20th foreign legislative address. He also received the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon" award, the nation's highest civilian honour, from President Wavel Herminie. Modi expressed gratitude for the award, stating it would inspire environmental conservation efforts. This visit highlights India's strong…

The Economic Times · Jun 28