India, May 18 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received Sweden's 'Royal Order of the Polar Star' Commander Grand Cross during his official visit to the Nordic nation, marking a key diplomatic milestone in India-Sweden relations.

The award, regarded as Sweden's highest honour conferred upon a head of government, was presented by Crown Princess Victoria at a ceremony held at the County Governor's residence in the presence of Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.

According to the Swedish Prime Minister's Office, the honour was conferred following a decision by King Carl XVI Gustaf. Instituted in 1748, the Order of the Polar Star recognises individuals for personal contributions advancing Sweden or Swedish interests.

The recogn...