India announces USD 680 million special economic package for Mauritius; two sides ink 7 pacts

India has pledged a substantial USD 680 million economic package to Mauritius, reinforcing their partnership through seven new agreements spanning maritime security, education, and space research. Prime Minister Modi, hosting his Mauritian counterpart in Varanasi, emphasized the shared priority of a secure Indian Ocean and highlighted the deep cultural ties, describing the nations as a family.