The Indian -origin tea businessman became a very special day of his life on Thursday (July 24) for Akhil Patel, when he served the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and British PM Kir Stmper with his hands by making masala tea at the official residence of British Prime Minister’s checkers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared pictures of this moment on his X account, in which the stall of Prime Minister Akhil Patel of both countries is seen waiting for the masala tea. Akhil Patel was also seen in the shared pictures of PM Modi, who traditionally was wearing a white kurta and Nehru jacket for this special occasion and he was seen putting masala tea in the paper cup from the kettle in the picture.

Akhil Patel shared experience on social media

The tea business of Indian origin citizen Akhil Patel is named ‘Amala Chai’. Amala Chai founder Akhil Patel shared a clip on Thursday (July 24) with the Instagram handle of Amala tea and told about that special day. Expressing surprise, he said, “I have come on PM Modi’s Instagram.”

‘Chai Pe Charcha’ with PM Keir Starmer at Chequers … Brewing Stranger India-Uk Ties! @Keir_starmer pic.twitter.com/sy1ozfa6gl

– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 24, 2025

Patel further explained about this day that he received an invitation to serve tea during the celebration in checkers after the UK-India Free Trade Agreement. He said, “I was one of some of the few brands of brands selected there. I did not know that I would even drink tea to the big ministers of Britain and India, PM Modi and PM stormers.”,

Patel said, “Those visiting my tea stalls included UK business secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Health Secretary Ves Stating. He liked tea so much that he came back many times and took cups again. Even India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also tasted his tea.”

,For another chaiwala from one chaiwala,– Akhil Patel

Recalling the most special moment of the day, Akhil Patel said, “Then both the big leaders started coming towards me and came in front of me and started asking for tea. During this time both the Prime Ministers were talking to each other. Then I served them tea and said- this is for another tea seller from the tea seller.”

He said, “Perhaps it was one of the most special and madrees of my life. I loved both PM Modi and PM Starmer, and Starmar liked my tea!”

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a visit to his two -day United Kingdom (UK). During this, PM Modi also met King Charles III of Britain on Thursday (July 24, 2025). During the meeting with King Charles III, PM Modi gave him as a plant offering. The Royal Family shared a post on the social media platform X on Thursday (July 24, 2025) on the meeting of PM Modi and King Charles.

The Royal Family posted on X

In its post on X, The Royal Family said, “Today, on the afternoon of Thursday (July 24), King Charles III welcomed India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Sandringham House. During this meeting, PM Modi was given a plant as a plant to King Charles. The plant will be planted in the fall.”

The post further stated, “This plant is inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s campaign ‘Name of a tree mother’. This campaign of Prime Minister Modi encourages people to plant a tree in memory of his mothers.”

This afternoon, the king received the Prime Minister of the republic of India, @NarendramodiAt Sandringham House.

During their time togeether, his majesty was given a tree to be planted this autumn, inspired by the environmental initiative launched by the prime minister, “Ek… pic.twitter.com/9nhigocgkw

– The royal family (@royalfamily) July 24, 2025

PM Modi presented which plant to King Charles,

The plant given by Prime Minister Modi during the meeting with King Charles III of the United Kingdom (UK), is called Davidia Involucrata Sonoma. This is also commonly called Sonoma Dow Tree or Hacchif tree. It is a kind of decorative plant, which is known to give quick and more quantity of flowers.

Where the common species of Davidia Involucrata takes 10 to 20 years to flowers in plants. At the same time, the Sonoma species tree starts giving flowers in just 2 to 3 years. The most special khubi of this plant is its two big white petals, which look like a handkerchief hanging from branches and create a beautiful scene in the last season of spring.

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Prime Minister Modi will be on a tour of Britain and Maldives between July 23-26. PM Modi will first reach the UK on July 23 and will attend several bilateral programs in London. PM Modi will meet UK Prime Minister Sir Kir Stmper on July 24.

Sources are being quoted as saying that during PM Modi’s visit, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) can also be announced between India and the UK. FTA is said to be very important for both India and the UK. Especially keeping in mind the new tariff policy of US President Trump.

There will be discussion about bilateral relations with Prime Minister Kir Stmper

This will be PM Modi’s fourth visit to UK. During this visit, Prime Minister Modi will hold extensive discussions with Prime Minister Starmer on the entire aspects of India-UK bilateral relations. The two leaders will also exchange ideas on issues of regional and global importance.

King Charles III and PM Modi may meet

During this time, Prime Minister Modi and King Charles III of UK are also expected to meet. During this visit, both sides will also review the progress of comprehensive strategic partnership (CSP), focusing special focus on trade and economy, technology and innovation, defense and safety, climate, health, education and people.

PM Modi will visit Maldives on 25-26 July

At the same time, in the second phase of his visit, Prime Minister Modi will be on a visit to Maldives on 25-26 July. On the invitation of Dr. Mohammad Mujju, President of Maldives, PM Modi will visit Maldives. This will be Prime Minister Modi’s third visit to Maldives and PM Modi’s first visit to Maldives during Dr. Mohammad Mujju’s President’s period.

PM Modi will be the chief guest of Maldives’s 60th independence ceremony

In Maldives, Prime Minister Modi will be the chief guest at the 60th anniversary of Maldives on 26 July. During this visit, PM Modi will meet the President of Maldives, Dr. Mohammad Muizzu and discuss issues of mutual interest. The two leaders will also take stock of the progress made in the implementation of the India-Maldives joint approach for the comprehensive economic and maritime security partnership of the President of Maldives in October 2024.

This journey shows the importance of India to its sea neighbor, Maldives, whose neighbor’s first policy and vision remains a special place in the ocean. This journey will give both sides an opportunity to deepen and strengthen their close bilateral relations.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave on important tour of Britain and Maldives from July 23 to July 26. The purpose of this visit is to give a new strength to India’s diplomatic relations and expand the business partnership. Also, PM Modi will sign the Indo-Bitten Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in the first phase tour of Britain on 23-24 July.

This historic agreement will pave the way for reduction of tariffs on 99 percent of Indian exports. This will give Indian companies a market in Britain, while the Indian market will open for British products like whiskey and cars. This agreement is the result of strict talks that have been going on for the last three years, which aims to make the business environment more favorable for both countries. FTA will not only deepen business relations between India and Britain, but will also strengthen security and strategic partnership.

PM Modi will reach Maldives on 25-26 July

Prime Minister Modi will reach Maldives on 25-26 July, where he will be the chief guest of the 60th National Day celebrations. The visit will be PM Modi’s first bilateral visit under the rule of President Mohammad Mujju. This tour is considered to be very important in view of the recent tension in India-Maldives relations. Circumstances such as the ‘India Out’ campaign and the current government’s inclination towards China had caused bilateral relations. His visit will be an important step towards restoring the trust between the two countries and strengthening mutual cooperation.

An opportunity to repeat India’s ‘NeighBourhood First’ policy

The tour is an opportunity to repeat India’s ‘NeighBourhood First’ policy, under which India wants to have a close and balanced relationship with its marine neighbors. Prime Minister Modi’s last visit to Maldives took place in June 2019. At the same time, President Mujju visited India in October 2024 and indicated to improve relations. In such a situation, this visit of Prime Minister Modi can prove to be a new direction to bilateral cooperation.

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