Jerusalem, Feb. 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel to a red-carpet welcome on Wednesday, with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, along with wife Sara, receiving the Indian leader at the Ben Gurion airport, signalling a new momentum in bilateral ties.

It is PM Modi's second visit to Israel in nine years. The India-Israel relationship was elevated to the level of a strategic partnership during his first visit to that country in July 2017.

"It's a great honour to welcome you to Israel, Prime Minister Modi," the Israeli prime minister said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara Netanyahu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Net...