India, April 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India supports "stable, sustainable, and lasting peace," in these times of war, particularly in Ukraine and West Asia, adding that military conflict cannot resolve problems.

Speaking at a joint meeting with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker in New Delhi, Modi described the current global situation as "very serious and tense," adding that its impact is being felt worldwide.

"Today, the entire world is passing through a very serious and tense situation. Its impact is being felt on all of us. Whether it is Ukraine or West Asia, we support stable, sustainable, and lasting peace," he said.

He emphasised that India and Austria share a common view that global institutions mu...