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.
AI skilling for 1cr youth within a year, says Modi
On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a major initiative to train one crore youth in artificial intelligence (AI) skills within a year.
200-GW capacity, 5 reactors: Modi sets ambitious nuclear power target
During his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ambitious target of achieving 200GW of nuclear power capacity.
World leaders greet India on 80th Independence Day
World leaders from across the globe have extended their warm wishes to India on its 80th Independence Day.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey shares 'Nehru-Gandhi' photos
The controversy surrounding Rahul Gandhi's recent actions has taken a new turn.
'Mere pyare deshwasiyon' dominates PM Modi's I-Day speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on Saturday, marking India's 80th Independence Day.
Modi's reverse-order pocket square at I-Day stokes row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's choice of attire for India's 80th Independence Day celebrations has drawn criticism from the Indian National Congress.
Congress hits back at Modi's 'dimaagi Naxal' jab
The Congress party has hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "dimaagi Naxal" remark, calling it "It is a sure sign of his desperation."
India once part of 'Fragile Five': PM Modi highlights transformation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 80th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, recalled how India was once part of the "Fragile Five" economies.
Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi skip I-Day celebrations for 2nd year
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi skipped the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort for the second consecutive year.
PM announces civil defense network for India during I-Day speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced plans to set up a new civil defense network across India.
PM Modi's I-Day speech shorter than last year's marathon address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address on Saturday, marking India's 80th year of independence.
Modi wants 50 Indian firms in Fortune 500 by 2036
On Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi challenged Indian businesses to aim for global leadership in sectors like banking, pharmaceuticals, consulting, and technology.
India to build 5-8 new semiconductor plants by 2034: Modi
On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to set up five to eight new semiconductor plants in the country over the next seven to eight years.
'Shakti ki Saptdhara': PM Modi unveils 7-point agenda for India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday presented a seven-point reform agenda, called "Shakti ki Saptdhara," during his Independence Day speech at the Red Fort.
PM Modi addresses nation on 80th Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.
MEA emphasizes respect on Rahul Gandhi-Sandeep Dikshit comments about Meloni
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has stressed the importance of mutual respect in diplomatic discourse after Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sandeep Dikshit made comments about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
PM's I-Day speech to be broadcast live: How to watch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on India's 80th Independence Day from the Red Fort in Delhi.
'China stopped Army patrols in Arunachal': Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has alleged that China has stopped the Indian Army from patrolling in several places in Arunachal Pradesh.
Iranian president to attend BRICS summit in India: Report
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi, ANI reported, citing sources.
Nishikant Dubey mocks Rahul Gandhi with 'gastric fire' meme
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey has responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy approach.
Delhi HC, IGI Airport receive bomb threat ahead of I-Day
The Delhi High Court and several other prominent locations in the national capital received a bomb threat on Friday.
IMD predicts rain during India's 80th Independence Day celebrations
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted generally cloudy skies with light rainfall in Delhi during the Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
'Grow up': BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi over Modi hug joke
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its attack on Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sandeep Dikshit over their recent remarks at an event aimed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy.
Who's Jaspal Singh, Pune lawyer arrested for attacking Sukhbir Badal
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a kirpan at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday.
LS adjourned sine die after opening session with 'Vande Mataram'
In a historic first, the Lok Sabha opened its final Monsoon Session sitting with the national song "Vande Mataram" on Thursday.
'Avoid shortcut culture of reels': PM Modi to youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged the youth to steer clear of social media trends and the shortcut culture of reels.
'Will boats now run?': Akhilesh after ₹11,200cr Noida airport flooded
Noida International Airport, also known as Jewar Airport, was temporarily flooded after heavy rainfall on Tuesday. The waterlogging occurred at a stretch connecting the terminal with the parking area.
NASA wants ISRO to join its lunar base program
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has been invited by NASA to participate in its Moon Base program.
India expands e-visa entry points to 88, includes Attari
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has expanded the list of international ports for foreign travelers holding Indian e-visas to 88.
Sonia Gandhi praises Manmohan Singh after SC's coal case verdict
Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi has praised ex-prime minister Manmohan Singh after the Supreme Court cleared him of any wrongdoing in the coal block allocation case.
Chaos on Parliament premises as NDA, Congress MPs stage protest
Chaotic scenes were seen on the Parliament premises on Tuesday as both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Congress MPs held protests against each other.
'Vande Mataram' to debut at Red Fort during Independence Day
For the first time, India's national song Vande Mataram will be sung during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi rejects debate, demands Amit Shah explain police action
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has rejected the government's offer for a discussion on student issues.
3 Bengal NCPI MPs skip NDA meet, ruffle feathers
A rift has emerged in the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) after three Muslim MPs from the party's Lok Sabha broke ranks over their ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), according to NDTV, which cited sources in the know.
Modi government might raise CCEA approval threshold for FDI proposals
The Indian government is mulling a proposal to increase the threshold for foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals that need Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approval.
US VP Vance speaks to PM Modi, discusses boosting ties
On Saturday, United States Vice President J.D. Vance had a phone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Sought PM's permission to accept demands: Dharmendra Pradhan
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said he sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's permission to accept the demands of protesters who recently demonstrated at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
Raghav Chadha meets PM Modi, sparks Punjab election speculations
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Raghav Chadha met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.
Day after Modi meeting, Sukhbir Badal backs delimitation bill
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has expressed support for the Delimitation Bill and Women's Reservation Bill, a day after he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Stay curious, question accepted ideas: Modi to IIT Delhi grads
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the graduating students at the 57th convocation of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on Saturday.
Sukhbir Badal meets Modi; triggers BJP-SAD re-alliance buzz
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, triggering speculation of a possible alliance between the two parties ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections.
'I'm with you': PM Modi meets rebel TMC, Sena MPs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a breakfast meeting with newly elected National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs on Friday.
PM Modi hosts breakfast meet for new NDA MPs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a breakfast meeting with newly inducted National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Members of Parliament (MPs) amid the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament and aimed at encouraging active participation in parliamentary debates.
Kangana Ranaut takes U-turn; calls Gen Z India's 'biggest strength'
Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament and actor Kangana Ranaut has praised the Gen Z generation, calling them India's "biggest strength."
WhatsApp begins age checks in India
Meta-owned WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows Indian users to add their date of birth.
Mekedatu dam row: CM Vijay, Udhayanidhi clash in Assembly
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay and Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin clashed over the Mekedatu dam issue in the Assembly.
Modi, Netanyahu discuss India-Israel special strategic partnership over phone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently held a telephonic conversation to discuss the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership.
Government spent ₹557cr on PM Modi's foreign trips since 2021
The Union government has spent ₹557.5 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed in Parliament on Thursday.
Kejriwal claims his Instagram account restricted in India
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal has alleged that social media giant Meta has restricted his Instagram account in India, but no reason or explanation on how to reverse it was provided.