Belarus president awarded ceremonial reception

President of the Republic of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, who is in India on a two-day visit, was given a ceremonial reception at the President's house today. President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and several other dignitaries received Lukashenko at the forecourt of the Palace. Lukashenko will review bilateral relations and discuss issues of international and mutual interest with Manmohan Singh latter in the day.