India, June 27 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day state visit to Seychelles, beginning on June 27, 2026, is focused on strengthening bilateral ties, maritime security, and cooperation in the Indian Ocean. During the visit, one of the most talked-about moments of the visit is expected to be his interaction with Jonathan, the world's oldest living land animal. The symbolic meeting has generated global curiosity, making Jonathan an unexpected yet unforgettable highlight of the diplomatic tour.

A 194-Year-Old Living Legend

Jonathan is an Aldabra giant tortoise who was estimated to have hatched in 1832, making him 194 years old. He is listed by Guinness World Records as the world's oldest living terrestrial animal and the world's ol...