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.
4 Vande Bharat trains to be launched tomorrow; check routes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off four new Vande Bharat Express trains on Wednesday from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
'They're teaching kids to become gangsters': Modi's jibe at Mahagathbandhan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the opposition Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, accusing them of promoting a "jungle raj" that threatens investments and jobs.
'Vante Mataram a mantra, relevant in every era': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a year-long nationwide celebration of "Vande Mataram," marking the 150th anniversary of the national song.
Nehru 'historically distorted' Vande Mataram, dropped Maa Durga stanzas: BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Indian National Congress of "historically distorting" the national song, Vande Mataram.
'Modi largely stopped buying Russian oil': Trump hints India visit
United States President Donald Trump has said that his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi are "going great."
Bengaluru police reveal 'love angle' behind hoax bomb threats spree
The Bengaluru Police have arrested Rene Joshilda, a woman who allegedly sent hoax bomb threats to schools in multiple cities.
PM to inaugurate 'Vande Mataram' centenary celebration on November 7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a year-long commemoration of India's national song, Vande Mataram, on November 7, 2025.
PM Modi reveals secret to his glowing skin
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian women's cricket team on Thursday to congratulate them on their historic ICC Women's ODI World Cup victory.
RJD alleges power-cuts at booth with strong Mahagathbandhan support
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has claimed that electricity was intermittently cut off at the polling station with massive Mahagathbandhan support.
Namo 1: PM Modi gifted jersey by Women's WC winners
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the victorious Indian women's cricket team at his New Delhi residence on Wednesday, November 5.
'This isn't Pakistan; make suspicious burqa-clad-voters show face': Giriraj Singh
As Bihar votes for 121 Assembly seats in the first phase of elections on Thursday, Union Minister Giriraj Singh commented on women wearing burqas, stating that if there are any doubts about their identity while voting, their faces will be revealed.
Trump, Modi in regular contact; trade talks ongoing: White House
The White House has confirmed that United States President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are in regular touch as trade talks between the two countries intensify.
Ex-Bangladesh minister blames CIA for Hasina's ouster in new book
Bangladesh's former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal has made explosive allegations in a new book, claiming that the United States's Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was behind the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
PM Modi likely to meet World Cup-winning Indian women's team
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet the Indian women's cricket team, which recently won the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025.
Halloween vs. Chhath: Bihar poll campaign takes religious turn
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken a religious turn in its election campaign in Bihar, accusing the opposition Mahagathbandhan of disrespecting Hindu festivals.
PM Modi launches ₹1 trillion fund to boost private R&D
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund. The initiative is aimed at promoting private sector investment in research and development.
How India plans to challenge China's dominance in rare-earth magnets
The Indian government is planning to significantly increase its incentive program for rare earth magnet manufacturing, nearly tripling it to over ₹7,000 crore ($788 million).
ISRO to launch 7 missions before March 2026
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for an ambitious schedule, with plans to launch seven missions before March 2026.
Rahul says PM does yoga for votes; Adani-Ambani dance later
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of "drama" for votes and not delivering on promises post-elections.
Piyush Pandey created slogan 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkar': Union Minister
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has revealed that the 2014 election slogan Abki Baar Modi Sarkar was conceived by renowned ad man Piyush Pandey.
Congress, Pakistan reeling from 'Operation Sindoor': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Congress party and Pakistan of not recovering from "Operation Sindoor."
Delhi's air quality reaches severe levels, Priyanka Gandhi raises alarm
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has raised alarm over the worsening air quality in Delhi, calling it an "awful situation." She urged immediate action from the central and state governments.
Amit Shah responds to Mallikarjun Kharge's 'ban RSS' remark
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has responded to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's call for a ban on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
'No one responsible': Man who built Venkateswara Swamy temple
A stampede at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kasibugga, Andhra Pradesh, claimed the lives of at least nine devotees on Saturday.
PM Modi announces ex-gratia for victims' families in Andhra stampede
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to the victims of a stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district.
Sanjay Raut takes break due to health; Modi wishes recovery
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wished Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut a speedy recovery after the latter announced he was taking a break from public life due to a "serious health issue."
'After Sardar Patel's death, country burned under Congress rule': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public gathering at Rashtriya Ekta Diwas in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on Friday. The event was held to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
PM leads national celebrations for Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the national celebrations for the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat on Friday.
BJP lodges complaint against Rahul Gandhi for Modi 'dance' jibe
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lodged a complaint against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Public donated ₹3,000cr for Ram Mandir construction, says temple committee
The construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has been largely funded by public donations, with over ₹3,000 crore collected.
Shah responds to Rahul Gandhi's 'dance' jibe at Modi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has hit back at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his controversial remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Spitting in public, littering to now attract fines in Varanasi
The Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC) has introduced new sanitation rules under the Uttar Pradesh Solid Waste Management and Sanitation Rules 2021.
'2 yuvraajs abusing me nonstop': Modi targets Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav.
'Bihar CM seat not empty': Shah confirms Nitish Kumar's post
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made it clear that Nitish Kumar will continue as the chief minister of Bihar if the ruling alliance wins.
'Tell Modi to dance...he'll dance': Rahul Gandhi in Bihar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi kicked off his Bihar poll campaign on Wednesday by launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Muzaffarpur.
India, China hold talks on management of LAC's western sector
India and China held a new round of talks to de-escalate tensions along the western sector of the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Chinese defense ministry announced on Wednesday.
'Nicest-looking guy but killer, tough as hell': Trump praises Modi
United States President Donald Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEOs Summit in South Korea, calling him the "nicest-looking guy" but "tough as hell."
Cyclone 'Montha' headed toward Andhra coast, landfall in 6 hours
Cyclone "Montha" is expected to make landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday evening.
'Artificial Yamuna': AAP, BJP in war of words over Chhath
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Delhi government of creating an "artificial Yamuna" at Vasudev Ghat. The site is where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in Chhath Puja festivities.
'Not at India's expense': Rubio on US relations with Pakistan
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the US is looking to strengthen its "strategic relationship" with Pakistan, but not at the cost of its ties with India.
Modi hails ASEAN-India ties; announces 2026 maritime cooperation year
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the 47th ASEAN Summit 2025, saying that the 21st century belongs to India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Video: Indian in Saudi desert asks PM Modi for help
An Indian worker, reportedly from Handia in Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh, has made a desperate video plea for help from Saudi Arabia.
Greater Noida Dalit assaulted on birthday succumbs to injuries
A Dalit youth, Aniket Jatav, whose age was reported as either 17 or 20 based on differing sources, succumbed to injuries at a Delhi hospital on Friday after being brutally assaulted during his birthday celebration in Greater Noida's Rabupura area.
Nitish will not be CM again if NDA wins: Tejashwi
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been "hijacked" by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Kurnool bus inferno intensified by 234 smartphones, fuel leak
The devastating fire on a Bengaluru-bound private sleeper bus in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district left at least 19 dead and several injured.
Andhra bus fire: Vehicle had 16 challans for traffic violations
The Kaveri Travels bus that caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district, killing at least 20 passengers, had a long history of traffic violations.
'NDA will break own record': Modi kickstarts Bihar election campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s election campaign in Bihar's Samastipur on Friday, stating, "Bihar will keep 'jungle raj' at bay; vote for good governance."
'Only 2-3 were awake': Passengers narrate Kurnool bus fire horror
A Volvo bus carrying 41 passengers from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district early Friday morning.
India restricts content takedown powers amid dispute with Musk's X
The Indian government has narrowed down the scope of officials authorized to order online content removal. The move comes after a legal dispute with Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
Modi-Trump meeting unlikely as Indian PM may skip ASEAN Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The summit will be held from October 26 to 28.
NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani reveals why he's critical of Modi
Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate, has reiterated his criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his outreach to Hindu American voters this Diwali.
Trump greets Modi on Diwali, repeats Russian oil claim
United States President Donald Trump has once again claimed that India is not going to buy "much oil from Russia."
'This Deepavali particularly special because…': PM pens letter for citizens
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a special Diwali message to citizens, highlighting India's progress and resilience.
PM Modi celebrates Diwali onboard INS Vikrant with Navy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, stationed off the coasts of Goa and Karwar.
'May this festival...illuminate our lives': Modi wishes nation on Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday morning wished the nation on the occasion of Diwali.
India will continue to pay tariffs over Russian oil: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has warned India of "massive" tariffs if it doesn't cut its imports of Russian crude oil.
Festive sales to cross ₹5L crore mark this year
The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has predicted that the festive season trade this year will exceed a record ₹5 lakh crore.
Centre releases ₹1,950cr advance to Karnataka, Maharashtra for flood relief
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved the release of ₹1,950.80 crore as an advance to Karnataka and Maharashtra.
'Victory has become a habit': Rajnath Singh on 'Operation Sindoor'
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has hailed the success of "Operation Sindoor," saying India's military strength has reached a point where "victory has become a habit."
US singer Mary Millben slams Rahul Gandhi's remarks against Modi
American singer Mary Millben, a vocal supporter of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent remarks against the PM.
'Not aware': MEA rejects Trump's claim of call with Modi
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has denied any conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
MEA responds to Trump's claim about India cutting Russian oil
India has responded to United States President Donald Trump's claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil.
'Frightened': Rahul Gandhi jabs PM over Trump's Russian oil claim
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after United States President Donald Trump claimed India would stop buying oil from Russia.
'Modi assured me India will stop buying Russian oil': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured him that India will stop buying oil from Russia.
India, Mongolia elevate strategic partnership with 10 agreements
India and Mongolia have taken their decade-long strategic partnership to the next level.
Jaisalmer bus fire: How newly-bought vehicle became a death trap
A private bus, which was converted from non-AC to AC just a week ago, caught fire on Tuesday afternoon in Jaisalmer.
20 burned alive as new bus catches fire in Jaisalmer
A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when an air-conditioned sleeper bus caught fire near Thaiyat village in Jaisalmer.
Google to set up AI hub in Visakhapatnam for $15B
Google has announced a massive investment of $15 billion over the next five years to set up an artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Visakhapatnam.
BJP releases first list of candidates for Bihar Assembly polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its first list of 71 candidates for the Bihar Assembly polls, amid ongoing tensions within the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over the seat-sharing agreement.
Trump praises 'good friend' Modi in Egypt; Sharif looks on
United States President Donald Trump has expressed his belief that India and Pakistan will "live very nicely together."
Durgapur gang-rape case: Mamata defends remarks; police arrest fourth accused
The West Bengal Police have arrested a fourth suspect in the alleged gang-rape of a second-year medical student from Odisha in Durgapur.
Modi invited by Trump to attend Gaza peace summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the Sharm el-Sheikh Gaza peace summit in Egypt.
Trump, Sisi invite PM Modi to Gaza summit: Report
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend a peace summit in Sharm el-Sheik, Egypt, on Monday, according to sources quoted by The Indian Express.
Sergio Gor gifts PM Modi framed 2025 note from Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a framed photograph from United States Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor during their meeting in New Delhi on October 11.