Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the deep civilizational links between India and Indonesia, highlighting the influence of Sanskrit on Indonesian names. During his visit as the chief guest for India's Republic Day,

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's remark of having "Indian DNA" left Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others in splits at the banquet table in Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The Indonesian leader was warmly received by India's Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, and Foreign Minister S Jaishankar.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reflected on his India visit and revealed his Indian roots. He also praised PM Modi's leadership and commitment to poverty alleviation.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday, during an 'at home' reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu in his honour, said that a recent genetic sequencing test revealed that he has "Indian DNA".

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, invited as the chief guest for India's Republic Day celebrations, aims to enhance political, defense, and security ties between the nations. Notably, Prabowo has a military background,