Modi called for the restoration of peace and stability in Eurasia and West Asia as soon as possible and stressed that stability in the South China Sea is in the interest of the Indo-Pacific region.
The MEA also expressed concern at the "deteriorating security situation" along the 'Blue Line' dividing Lebanon from Israel and Golan Heights, amid Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon.
Having functioned mostly under the shadows of Ratan Tata, Noel will now lead the Tata Trusts, which hold a controlling 66% stake in Tata Sons—the holding and promoter firm of Tata Group companies.