Narendra Modi: News
Narendra Damodardas Modi is the current and the 15th Prime Minister of India and has been in office since May 2014. Born in a Gujarati family, Modi used to be a tea vendor before he became a full time worker for the RSS. Before becoming the PM of India, Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014.
PM Modi unveils world's tallest Lord Ram statue in Goa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled a 77-foot-tall bronze statue of Lord Ram at the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt in South Goa.
Vladimir Putin to visit India on December 4-5
Russian President Vladimir Putin will pay a state visit to India from 4 to 5 December 2025 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced.
IIT-Bombay or IIT-Mumbai? Renaming debate ignites political clash
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said he will write to the central government, requesting a name change for the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay (IIT-Bombay) to Indian Institute of Technology-Mumbai (IIT-Mumbai).
'Like Osama preaching peace...': BJP slams Pakistan's Ram temple remarks
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has slammed Pakistan for its comments on the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
PM Modi unveils Vikram-I, India's first privately built orbital rocket
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Infinity Campus of Indian space start-up Skyroot in Hyderabad via video conferencing on Thursday.
Constitution Day 2025: Centre releases translated versions in 9 languages
The Indian government has released translated versions of the Constitution in nine regional languages on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Modi to unveil India's first privately built orbital rocket tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil Vikram-I, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, on Thursday.
'Full confidence in India's security': Israel after Netanyahu's visit postponed
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that a new date for his visit to India is being coordinated. This comes after reports suggested that his planned December trip was postponed.
'Honor 1st-time voters...': Modi's letter to citizens on Constitution Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on citizens to fulfill their constitutional duties as India moves toward the vision of a Viksit Bharat.
PM Modi outlines roadmap for developed India at Ayodhya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted a saffron flag atop the Ram temple in Ayodhya, marking its ceremonial completion.
'Centuries-old wounds are healing', says Modi as Dharma flag hoisted
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted a saffron Dharma flag atop the newly constructed Ram temple in Ayodhya, marking its formal completion.
Modi hoists saffron flag atop Ram Mandir in Ayodhya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted a saffron flag at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
'Kill' chants, Indian flag desecrated at 'Khalistan referendum' in Ottawa
An unofficial "Khalistan Referendum" was held in Ottawa, Canada, on Sunday by the Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a group banned in India under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).
Israeli PM Netanyahu cancels India visit after Delhi blast
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned visit to India, citing security concerns, Israeli media reported.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir's 'dhwajarohan' ceremony today: 5 things to know
The Dhwajarohan ceremony, or flag hoisting ceremony, marking the completion of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, will be held on Tuesday.
Dharmendra dies at 89: PM Narendra Modi pays respect
Bollywood actor Dharmendra, fondly known as the "He-Man" of Indian cinema, passed away on Monday. He was 89.
Arunachal-born UK woman detained, harassed in Shanghai over passport
Pema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK resident originally from Arunachal Pradesh, has accused Chinese immigration officials of detaining and harassing her at Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Canada and India resume trade talks after 2-year hiatus
Canada and India have agreed to resume their stalled trade negotiations. The decision comes after a two-year hiatus due to diplomatic tensions.
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice
Justice Surya Kant was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Monday.
'Maybe we would have run away...': Ramaphosa's banter with Modi
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, while speaking to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, admitted that hosting the G20 summit was a more challenging task than expected.
PM Modi urges strict global AI regulations against deepfakes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for stringent regulations on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in deepfakes, crime, and terror activities.
'UNSC reforms no longer an option, but necessity': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasized the need for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
'Indian values can drive progress': Modi's 6 initiatives at G20
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed six new global development initiatives at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg.
Modi announces Australia-Canada-India tech, innovation partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a new trilateral partnership in technology and innovation with Australia and Canada.
Modi proposes 3 initiatives at G20 Leaders' Meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the G20 Leaders' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, proposed four major initiatives to reshape global development.
Tharoor gives 'democracy' lesson after Trump's 'great' meeting with Mamdani
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has reacted to the meeting between United States President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, which took place on Friday.
Modi pitches 4 major global initiatives at G20
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed four new global development initiatives at the G20 Leaders's Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
IT employees must get salary by 7th of every month
In a significant step to boost financial stability and reduce workplace stress, the Indian government has implemented new labor codes.
India resumes tourist visas for Chinese citizens globally
India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals across the globe as the two countries strive to normalize relations following a prolonged military standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), HT reported.
In Bihar, techie didn't fight election but becomes minister
When Nitish Kumar took oath for the 10th time as Bihar chief minister along with 26 ministers, who were inducted into the new cabinet, an unknown face, Deepak Prakash, was among them.
Flowers, dancing, vows! Palash proposes to Smriti at DY Patil
Music composer-filmmaker Palash Muchhal has finally dropped a dreamy video capturing his grand marriage proposal to ace cricketer Smriti Mandhana.
Bihar Cabinet ministers list 2025: Who are the new ministers
Nitish Kumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar on Thursday for a record 10th time after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won the Assembly elections, securing 202 out of 243 seats.
'Silent boycott': 'Phule' director slams IFFI for snubbing film
Filmmaker Ananth Mahadevan has expressed his disappointment over the exclusion of his biopic Phule from the schedule of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for 10th time
Nitish Kumar took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on Thursday.
'Why in Congress': Tharoor faces party's wrath over Modi praise
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's recent praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ruffled feathers in his party.
Nitish Kumar's 10th oath-taking ceremony today after NDA's landslide win
Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on Thursday.
Nitish Kumar elected JD(U) legislature party leader in Bihar
Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar has been elected as the leader of the JD(U) legislature party in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar resigns today; may return tomorrow but 'surprises' possible
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will resign on Wednesday, paving the way for a new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.
'No looking away...no whitewashing': Jaishankar's anti-terrorism message at SCO meeting
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called for a "zero tolerance" approach to terrorism at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Moscow.
'Glad to have been in...audience': Shashi Tharoor praises Modi again
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has once again invited the ire of his party by praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
'Saw bus...can't bear the pain': Eyewitness on Saudi bus crash
A bus accident in Saudi Arabia on Monday morning left 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims dead, mostly reported to be from Hyderabad.
New Bihar government to take oath on Thursday
The new government in Bihar will be sworn in on November 20 at Patna's historic Gandhi Maidan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the ceremony.
NIA arrests Kashmiri conspirator with Dr Umar in Delhi blast
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Amir Rashid Ali, a Kashmiri man, in connection with the recent car blast in Delhi, in a major breakthrough.
Chandrayaan-4, ISRO's Moon sample-return mission, set for 2028
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a busy phase with seven more launches planned for the current fiscal year.
Bihar's new government likely to be sworn-in on November 19-20
The new government in Bihar is likely to be sworn in on November 19 or 20. The date of the swearing-in ceremony will depend on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's schedule, NDTV reported, citing sources.
Navi Mumbai airport to start operations on this date
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) will start commercial flight operations from December 25.
'Congress may see split soon': PM Modi predicts after results
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has predicted that the Indian National Congress (INC) could face another split soon, just after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won a landslide victory in the Bihar elections.
How many times has Nitish Kumar been Bihar CM
As the NDA heads for a landslide victory in Bihar, all eyes are on Nitish Kumar and the CM's post.
Tejashwi Yadav wins Raghopur seat after nail biting contest
Tejashwi Yadav, the chief ministerial candidate of the Mahagathbandhan alliance, has emerged victorious in the Raghopur constituency of Bihar.
'Victory of good governance': Modi as NDA sweeps Bihar polls
As the NDA heads for a landslide victory in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said good governance and development have won.
Delhi blast survivors at LNJP Hospital battle hearing loss, trauma
The recent blast in Delhi has left many victims with hearing loss and ear pain.
Bihar election results: Singer Maithili Thakur leads in Alinagar constituency
Folk singer Maithili Thakur is comfortably leading in the Alinagar constituency of Bihar's assembly elections.
Bihar Assembly election 2025: Counting of votes begins
The counting of votes for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections began on Friday at 8:00am.
Raveena Tandon to play Narendra Modi's mother in 'Maa Vande'
In a surprising casting move, veteran actor Raveena Tandon has been cast as Heeraben Modi, the mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the upcoming multilingual biopic Maa Vande.
Hunt underway for Red Ecosport likely linked to Delhi blast
The Delhi Police, along with their counterparts in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, have launched a massive search for a second vehicle, believed to have been used in the recent Red Fort blast.
Modi to hoist saffron flag atop 161-foot Ram temple spire
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist a saffron flag on the 161-foot-high main spire of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on November 25.
Modi meets Delhi blast victims after returning from Bhutan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Lok Nayak Hospital on Wednesday to meet the victims of the recent blast near the Red Fort.
Bihar election phase-2: 47.62% voter turnout reported till 1pm
The second and final phase of the Bihar Assembly election is underway, covering 122 constituencies across 20 districts.
'Will get to bottom of conspiracy': Modi after Delhi blast
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday vowed to bring all those responsible for the recent Delhi blast to justice. The explosion, which took place near the Red Fort, left as many as 13 people dead.
Delhi blast: CCTV captures panic-stricken people running for safety
New CCTV footage has emerged from the site of a deadly car explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening that shows people fleeing to safety moments after the explosion rocked a Hyundai i20 car.
Delhi blast: Ammonium nitrate, fuel oil, explosive detonators used
Initial investigations into the deadly car explosion near Delhi's Red Fort have revealed the use of ammonium nitrate, fuel oil, and detonators, News18 reported.
Modi government earned ₹4,100cr by selling scrap from offices
The Indian government has earned nearly ₹4,100 crore in the last five years by disposing scrap from its offices.
Reciting 'Vande Mataram' compulsory in all UP educational institutions: Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that singing the national song Vande Mataram will be mandatory in all educational institutions across the state.
Uttarakhand's 25th formation day: PM Modi inaugurates projects worth ₹8,260cr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth ₹8,260 crore in Uttarakhand.
Tharoor defends Advani's legacy after 'statesman' remark backlash
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has defended former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani's political legacy.
BJP mocks Rahul Gandhi's jungle safari during Bihar assembly elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for going on a jungle safari in Madhya Pradesh while the Bihar Assembly elections are underway.
British intercepts linked India to Canadian Sikh's killing: Documentary
A new documentary by Bloomberg Originals, titled Inside the Deaths that Rocked India's Relations with the West, has claimed that British spy call intercepts helped Canadian authorities link India to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in June 2023.