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PM Modi thanks US for return of trafficked antiquities

PM Modi thanks US for return of trafficked antiquities

New Delhi, July 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked the US government for returning 105 trafficked antiquities. Responding to the tweet by the Indian Embassy in Washington D.C., Modi said: "This will make every Indian happy. Grateful to USA for this. These precious artefacts hold immense cultural and religious significance. Their homecoming is a testament to our commitment to preserving our heritage and rich history.” The antiquities were handed over by US authorities to the Embassy officials at a ceremony held at the Consulate in New York on Monday. The process was undertaken as a follow-up to Modi's…
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