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 calls Iran's Fujairah attack 'unacceptable' after 3 Indians injured
India has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by Iran. The incident left three Indian nationals injured.
BJP-led Bengal government oath-taking likely on Tagore's birth anniversary
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is likely to take oath for the new government in West Bengal on May 9, coinciding with Rabindra Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore.
Mamata cries 'loot, loot, loot', vows comeback after Bengal defeat
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of India of bias after her party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC), suffered a shocking defeat in the recent state elections.
Modi hails Bengal 'poriborton' in address to party workers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed gratitude to voters across West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies delivered a strong performance in the Assembly elections.
'2026 Bengal elections will be remembered forever': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that this 2026 West Bengal Assembly election will be remembered forever after trends for West Bengal showed the BJP leading in over 200 of 293 seats.
Fish curry, biryani, jhaalmuri: How BJP celebrated historic Bengal win
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is celebrating its historic victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 with a distinctly Bengali spread.
BJP's West Bengal win could add 50bps to India's GDP
Market analysts have predicted that a BJP victory in West Bengal could add around 50 basis points to India's GDP.
'Hindu consolidation,' says Suvendu as BJP heads for Bengal victory
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in 196 of the 294 seats in the West Bengal Assembly elections.
Modi to visit BJP HQ at 6pm, may address workers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi on Monday evening.
How is RG Kar victim's mother performing in Bengal's Panihati
Ratna Debnath, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate and the mother of the rape and murder victim from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, is leading in the Panihati Assembly constituency of West Bengal.
OpenAI's Codex gets AI 'pets' to help you vibe code
OpenAI has introduced a new feature called "AI pets" for its Codex coding tool.
Delhi fire incident: PM Modi announces ex-gratia for deceased's families
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences over the tragic Delhi fire incident that claimed nine lives.
R Balasubramaniam, Joram Aniya: Who are new NITI Aayog members?
The Central government has appointed Joram Aniya and R Balasubramaniam as full-time members of the NITI Aayog.
Delhi CM announces welfare measures for construction, labor communities
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated International Labour Day by announcing a slew of welfare measures for the city's construction and labor communities.
PM Modi to make UAE stopover before Europe tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-nation tour of Europe from May 15-20.
'Inflation man': Congress slams Modi after LPG prices hiked again
The Indian National Congress has slammed the central government for hiking commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder prices.
PM Modi to host Vietnamese president from May 5-7
Vietnamese President To Lam, also the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, will visit India from May 5 to 7.
Ganga Expressway toll rates: How much do you pay?
The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has fixed the toll rates for the Ganga Expressway for the financial year 2026-27.
'Bengal voting in fearless atmosphere; it was unimaginable earlier': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in West Bengal, based on high voter turnout during the ongoing second phase of polling.
Meerut to Prayagraj in 6-hrs: Modi inaugurates 594km-long Ganga Expressway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Ganga Expressway, Uttar Pradesh's longest expressway.
Bengal election 2nd-phase voting begins: Mamata, Suvendu Adhikari among contenders
Voting for the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 began at 7:00am across 142 constituencies in seven districts.
'Tharoor told me Congress may be anti-women': Rijiju's big claim
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has accused the Congress party of being anti-women, citing a conversation he had with Congress MP Shashi Tharoor.
Sikkim embodies spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised Sikkim for embodying the spirit of "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat" (One India, Great India).
How Ganga Expressway could reshape Uttar Pradesh's economy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
'You are my family': Modi addresses last rally in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed a rally in Barrackpore, West Bengal, ahead of the second phase of elections.
Modi promises 33% government jobs for women in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised a slew of welfare measures for women if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) comes to power in West Bengal.
Modi to inaugurate UP's longest Ganga Expressway on April 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
Modi urges public participation in Census, assures data security
In his latest 'Mann Ki Baat' address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of public participation in the ongoing Census exercise.
'Mann Ki Baat': Modi highlights India's clean energy push
In his latest Mann Ki Baat radio address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significance of India's recent strides in clean energy and nuclear power.
'Maa crying, manush fleeing': PM Modi's scathing TMC attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal.
India's wind energy capacity surpasses 56GW, PM Modi addresses milestone
India has achieved a major milestone in wind energy, with its generation capacity surpassing 56 gigawatts (GW).
'Relieved to learn' Trump, First Lady are safe: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his relief that United States President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance are safe after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Modi government overhauls NITI Aayog: Who are the new members?
The Indian government has given a major overhaul to NITI Aayog, by appointing noted economist Ashok Lahiri as its new Vice-Chairman.
Raghav Chadha loses 1M Instagram followers after party switch
Raghav Chadha's recent political shift from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has cost him dearly in terms of social media popularity.
Swati Maliwal blasts Kejriwal as 'anti-women, corrupt' after joining BJP
Swati Maliwal has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She slammed Arvind Kejriwal, the former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, calling him "anti-women" and alleging corruption.
Why Sandeep Pathak's exit from AAP is shocking
Sandeep Pathak, the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) national organizational general secretary, has shocked the party by defecting to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Modi shares stage with RG-Kar victim's mother, now BJP candidate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared a stage with the mother of RG Kar rape victim, who is now contesting from Panihatil on a BJP ticket, at an election rally in Dum Dum.
'We gave everything but..': AAP reacts to Raghav Chadha's rebellion
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has reacted to Raghav Chadha's rebellion by accusing the BJP of conducting "Operation Lotus."
'First-phase voting signaled end of TMC's maha jungle raj': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a warning to the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal on Friday, saying their "goons" will have no place to hide after election results.
'Kabhi India aa...': Iran trolls Trump over 'hellhole' remark
Iran has taken a dig at United States President Donald Trump after he shared a post calling India and China "hellholes."
Modi takes Hooghly boat ride, pays tribute to 'Maa Ganga'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared a video of his boat ride on the Hooghly River in Kolkata.
'Smacks of ulterior motives': Congress on EC's notice to Kharge
The Congress party has responded to the Election Commission's notice to its president, Mallikarjun Kharge, over his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India on verge of signing its biggest-ever defense deal
India and Germany are on the verge of finalizing an $8 billion submarine deal, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced.
'I ate jhalmuri, but Trinamool felt sting': Modi jabs Mamata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a dig at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress (TMC) party over the jhalmuri controversy.
Polling for 152 seats in Bengal, 234 in TN begins
Voting began at 7:00am for 152 assembly constituencies across 16 districts in West Bengal and for 234 assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu.
'We reiterate outright condemnation of terrorism': EU honors Pahalgam victims
The European Union (EU) marked the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack by paying tribute to its victims on Wednesday.
'Will never bow to terror': PM on Pahalgam attack anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack on its first anniversary.
'90% women join politics after entering politicians' rooms': Bihar MP
Independent MP from Bihar Pappu Yadav has sparked controversy with his remarks on women in politics.
'Modi is a terrorist,' says Kharge, then a clarification
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred controversy by calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist."
India should aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has advocated for 100% ethanol blending in India.
700+ citizens accuse Modi of MCC violation over national address
A group of over 700 "concerned citizens," including academics, activists, and former bureaucrats, have filed a complaint with the Election Commission against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
TMC moves court fearing arrests of workers ahead of polls
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has approached the Calcutta High Court, fearing that around 800 of its workers may be arrested before the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
India, South Korea target $50B in bilateral trade by 2030
India and South Korea have announced plans to upgrade their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Hemant Soren's chopper denied landing as Modi takes jhalmuri break
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent roadside stop in Jhargram, West Bengal, has sparked a political controversy.
Astronaut performs Bihu aboard ISS: Himanta credits Modi; gets fact-checked
A video of NASA astronaut Mike Fincke performing a Bihu dance aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has gone viral.
India kicks off crucial trade talks with US
India is gearing up for a series of crucial trade discussions in the coming weeks.
India-South Korea ties: President Lee's visit 'turning point'
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has said that an upcoming summit with India could be a "turning point" in bilateral ties.
Delhi government working on semiconductor policy: What are the perks?
In a major move, the Delhi government has announced its plan to draft a 'Delhi Semiconductor Policy.'
'Maha jungle raj': Modi targets TMC over Women's Reservation Bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of blocking the Women's Reservation Bill, which sought to provide 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.
'Desperate PM turned official address into political speech': Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent speech blaming the opposition for the failure of the women's reservation bill.
Maritime insurance scheme approved to protect India's shipping, trade
The Indian government has approved the establishment of a new maritime insurance scheme, the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool).
Modi slams Congress, apologizes to women after quota bill defeat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on Saturday, said that the Opposition has snatched women's rights, then congratulated itself.
South united to defeat Constitution Amendment Bill: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president M K Stalin has hailed the South for its unity in defeating the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Priyanka Gandhi challenges government to reintroduce original women's reservation bill
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has challenged the government to reintroduce the original women's reservation bill in Parliament.
PM Modi to address nation at 8:30pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 8:30pm on Saturday.
Modi warns opposition will face consequences for blocking women's quota
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the opposition for not supporting the Women's Reservation Bill.
Women's quota bill fails Lok Sabha test
The amendments to the Women's Reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha after the Centre could not secure the necessary votes.