Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today participated in a vibrant football session with youngsters during a pleasant morning in Gangtok, Sikkim. The Prime Minister wrote on X: “Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on a lovely Gangtok morning!” Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has shared an article written by Union Minister, Shri Piyush Goyal. The article elaborates that the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement removes tariffs on Indian exports, boosting labour-intensive sectors and strengthening MSMEs, while ensuring that sectors such as agriculture and dairy remain fully protected. It further highlights that the […]
A massive explosion at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Mundathikode, in Kerala’s Thrissur district, on Tuesday has left multiple people dead and several injured, with the toll still being updated. The unit was preparing fireworks for the upcoming Thrissur Pooram festival when the blast occurred, with around 30–40 workers believed to be present at the […]
Christian Stocker, Federal Chancellor of Austria, is on a four-day official visit to India from April 14–17, 2026—his first trip to the country and also his first visit outside Europe since taking office. During the visit, Stocker held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, focusing on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, […]
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will organise a nationwide Nari Shakti Vandan Run on April 17 and 18, 2026, spanning seven major cities as part of its push to promote women-led development and citizen engagement under the Viksit Bharat vision. The event, themed #NariShaktiVandan, will be held in Delhi, Cuttack, Patna, Mumbai, Indore, […]
As part of its ongoing efforts to keep the media apprised of developments in West Asia, the Government of India convened a briefing at the National Media Centre today. Representatives from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and External Affairs, shared updates on fuel availability, maritime operations, and assistance to […]
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored retiring Rajya Sabha members and said their experience in parliament was a lasting asset to the nation and advised young legislators to learn the lessons of their seniors. In responding to the members who are leaving in the upper house, Modi stated that these events are beyond politics, […]
The Government has finalized setting up of PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks at 7 sites viz. Tamil Nadu (Virudhnagar), Telangana (Warangal), Gujarat (Navasari), Karnataka (Kalaburagi), Madhya Pradesh (Dhar), Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow) and Maharashtra (Amravati) with an outlay of Rs. 4,445 cr for a period of seven years upto 2027-28. A total […]
The question of Palestine has taken centre stage at the United Nations, overshadowing the annual high-level week of the General Assembly where world leaders traditionally outline their global visions from the iconic green marble podium. Even as wars rage in Ukraine and elsewhere, and the UN itself confronts crises on its 80th anniversary, the Palestinian […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed profound sorrow on Thursday following the demise of Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, who passed away at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital due to age-related health issues. Sharing his condolences on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister wrote, “My mind is filled with countless interactions with Shri Ratan Tata […]
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has paid his tributes to Ex-President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his birth anniversary. The Prime Minister recalled the contributions of Dr Kalam as a scientist and as a President who struck a chord with every section of society. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Tributes to our former President Dr. APJ […]
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi flagged off the inaugural run of the new Vande Bharat Express from Amb Andaura, Una to New Delhi, today. The Prime Minister inspected the train coaches of the Vande Bharat Express and took stock of the onboard facilities. Shri Modi also inspected the control centre of the locomotive engine of Vande […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Amitabh Bachchan on his 80th birthday. Shri Modi has said that Amitabh Bachchan is one of India’s most remarkable film personalities who has enthralled and entertained audiences across generations. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “A very happy 80th birthday to Amitabh Bachchan Ji. He is […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared glimpses of the Mysuru Dasara celebrations and lauded the commitment of the people of Mysuru to preserving their culture and heritage in a beautiful way. The Prime Minister recalled fond memories of his visit to Mysuru, the most recent one on the occasion of 2022 Yoga Day. […]
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has greeted everyone on the occasion of Vijaya Dashami. Shri Modi also wished that may this auspicious occasion brings courage, restraint and positive energy in everyone’s life. The Prime Minister tweeted; “सभी देशवासियों को विजय के प्रतीक-पर्व विजयादशमी की बहुत-बहुत बधाई। मेरी कामना है कि यह पावन अवसर हर किसी […]
Key Points: Free good grains at 5 kg per person per month for all the beneficiaries of NFSA will be continued till December, 2022. PMGKAY has so far had an estimated subsidy of Rs 3.45 lakh crore in six phases. Phase VII of PMGKAY from Oct to Dec entails an estimated subsidy of Rs. 44,762 […]
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has congratulated Giorgia Meloni for leading her party Fratelli d’Itaia in Italian General Elections. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Congratulations @GiorgiaMeloni for leading your party @FratellidItalia to victory in the Italian general elections. We look forward to working together to strengthen our ties.”
For a pacifist nation like Japan, the assassination of Shinzo Abe would have been painful but the public outrage during the funeral is astounding in view of the state funeral at a cost of 1.7 billion yen ($12 million) at a time when the government is heavily indebted. Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was […]
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has greeted people on the auspicious occasion of Navratri. On the beginning of Navratri, Modi also prayed to Goddess Shailaputri and wished happiness, health and fortune the grace of the goddess. In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister tweeted; “शक्ति की उपासना के महापर्व नवरात्रि की आप सभी को […]
In a significant achievement and recognition to country’s efforts against hypertension, India has won an UN award for its “India Hypertension Control Initiative (IHCI)”, a large-scale hypertension intervention under National Health Mission. IHCI has been recognized for its exceptional work within India’s existing primary healthcare system. Complimenting the healthcare initiative, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister […]