- Development is our religion: PM Narendra Modi"Development is for everyone. This is the essence of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Viswhas. Development is our aim, development is our religion," PM said concluding his brief speech. Modi also sought the support of the people of the poll-bound state to "realise the shared vision of togetherness and development".
- ‘Proud moment for India’: President Kovind on Narendra Modi StadiumOn inauguration day of Narendra Modi Stadium, President Ram Nath Kovind said, “When I went to Australia in November 2018, I learnt that 90,000-seater Melbourne Cricket Ground was the largest in world. It is a proud moment for India today that Motera's 1,32,000-seater stadium has become the world's largest cricket stadium.”‘Proud moment for India’: President Kovind on Narendra Modi Stadium
- PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Kolkata Metro extension to Dakshineswar on MondayPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the extension of Kolkata Metro's North-South Line from Noapara to Dakshineswar on Monday, an official said. The prime minister will flag off a train from Noapara to Dakshineswar from a programme in the Hooghly district, Kolkata Metro spokesperson Indrani Banerjee said.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Tamil Nadu and Kerala tomorrowPM Modi tweeted in Tamil, Malayalam, and English today and said, "Tomorrow, 14th February, will be in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Kochi (Kerala). Numerous development works would be launched that would add speed to fulfilling the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The projects will boost 'Ease of Living' for our citizens."
- India on course to exceed Paris agreement commitments: Prime Minister Narendra Modi"We committed to reduce emissions intensity of GDP by 33 to 35% from 2005 levels. You will be happy to know that that drop off 24% in the emission intensity has already been achieved," PM Modi said while speaking at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2021, organised by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).
- Conspiracies hatched to defame Indian tea, yoga too: PM Narendra ModiThe comments come close on the heels of global icons such as singer Rihanna and climate change activist Greta Thunberg taking to social media to support the ongoing farmers’ protest at Delhi’s border points against three central farm laws. The growing social media campaign in support of the protest has also targeted tea and yoga.
- 'Biggest Dangabaaz' Narendra Modi will see a fate worse than Donald Trump: Mamata Banerjee at a rally in HooghlyWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called Prime Minister Narendra Modi "the country's largest 'dangebaaz' (rioter)." Addressing a rally in Hooghly ahead of the Assembly polls scheduled for April-May, the Chief Minister further claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is awaiting a fate worse than that of former US President Donald Trump. Mamata Banerjee taunted BJP.Slamming the BJP for accusing the Trinamool Congress of extortion in the state, Mamata said, "Any time you (BJP) say 'Tolabaaj' is the Trinamool Congress, but I say you (BJP) are 'dangebaaz' (riot) and 'dhandabaaz' (self-seeker)." 'Biggest Dangabaaz' Narendra Modi will see a fate worse than Donald Trump: Mamata Banerjee at a rally in Hooghly
- Narendra Modi Stadium: All about world’s largest cricket arena in MoteraThe President inaugurated the stadium in the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju among a host of other dignitaries. It opens with the third Test between India and England, a day-night game from Wednesday, and will also host the fourth and final game of the series from March 4.Narendra Modi Stadium: All about world’s largest cricket arena in Motera
- President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurates world's largest cricket arena; Sardar Patel stadium renamed to Narendra Modi stadiumThe President inaugurated the stadium in the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju among a host of other dignitaries. It opens with the third Test between India and England, a day-night game from Wednesday, and will also host the fourth and final game of the series from March 4.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi writes letter to Gujarat BJP, hails its 'page committee' driveUnder the 'Page Committee Maha Jan Sampark Abhiyan', a 'pramukh' (in-charge) was appointed for a page in the electoral rolls. Each page normally contains details of five to six voters of that booth. Every page pramukh has to focus on those five to six voter families as part of the micro-level booth management.
- Narendra Modi pitches for private enterprise, says if 'babus' belong to country so do youngstersNoting that wealth creators are a necessity for the country as only then wealth can be redistributed to help the poor, he wondered what can be achieved by handing over the nation to "babus" (government officials). Just because somebody is an IAS officer, he is running fertiliser and chemical factories to airlines, Modi said in a reference to public sector units being headed by bureaucrats, and asked what this will achieve.
- Chamoli glacier burst: PM Narendra Modi discusses relief efforts with Uttarakhand MPsPrime Minister Narendra Modi, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president JP Nadda interacted with Uttarakhand’s Member of Parliaments (MPs) in the national capital. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also interacted with them on February 08 and discussed about the relief efforts and future course of action over Uttarakhand glacier disaster. A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on February 07 in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district where at least 10 people have died and around 170 people are still missing. Chamoli glacier burst: PM Narendra Modi discusses relief efforts with Uttarakhand MPs
- Dynastic politics burdens country with incompetence: PM Narendra Modi"It is true that (in politics) the fortunes of those who have been winning elections on the basis of surnames are dwindling. But in politics, this disease of dynastic politics is not completely finished. There are still people whose politics is aimed at saving their family," Modi said in an apparent swipe at several opposition parties, including the Congress.
- India's health sector overcame trial by fire amid Covid-19: PM ModiTerming this year's Health Budget as extraordinary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that last year was "trial by fire" for India and its health sector because of COVID-19 but the country successfully overcame the challenge. Addressing a webinar on the budget implementation of the health sector, PM Modi said, "The budget allocated for the health sector now is extraordinary. It shows our commitment to this sector. The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us a lesson to be prepared to fight similar challenges in future."India's health sector overcame trial by fire amid Covid-19: PM Modi
- Budget has given huge impetus on health sector & infrastructure: Prime minister Narendra ModiModi, who was in Assam’s Dekhiajuli on Sunday, laid the foundation stone of two medical colleges and roads projects under Assam. He said, “In the budget huge increase is made for the health sector. The budget has provided for creation of integrated labs in 600 districts. People in far flung districts will be hugely benefited as they have to travel long distance to get lab tests done.”
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Assam's Dhekiajuli on February 7: Sarbananda SonowalSonowal went straight to the meeting venue from where the Prime Minister would ceremoniously launch the Assam Mala Project for the upgradation of State highways in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi would also lay the foundation stones of two medical colleges of Biswanath and Charaideo from the same venue.
- Collaboration shown in fighting Covid valuable takeaway: PM Modi at workshop with 10 nationsAddressing a workshop on 'Covid-19 Management: Experience, Good Practices and Way Forward' with 10 neighbouring countries, including the extended neighbourhood, Modi said the spirit of collaboration is a valuable takeaway from this pandemic.
- PM Modi launches 'Mahabahu-Brahmaputra' project in AssamPrime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple development initiatives in poll bound Assam on February 18. The Prime Minister launched the 'Mahabahu-Brahmaputra' bridge and laid the foundation stone for two others including Dhubri Phulbari Bridge via video conferencing. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal were present during the event.(AM)PM Modi launches 'Mahabahu-Brahmaputra' project in Assam
- PM Narendra Modi speaks to Ganguly, wishes him speedy recoverySourav Ganguly is admitted to a hospital in Kolkata. The prime minister wished him a speedy recovery. Ganguly is stable and his health parameters are normal, doctors said on Sunday.
- Innovation, integrity, inclusion will help build Atmanirbhar Bharat: Narendra ModiNoting that technology is reducing distances between regions, Modi said India has brought speedy reforms in the digital connectivity sector in order to cope with changes taking places all over the world.
- I see Tamil Nadu evolving as the tank manufacturing hub of India: PM ModiPM Modisaid this while handing over the indigenous main battle tank Arjun MK-1A to the Army. The battle tank was designed and developed by a Chennai-based DRDO unit.
- Israeli PM Netanyahu greets "great friend" Narendra Modi on 72nd Republic Day"To my great friend Prime Minister @NarendraModi - Congratulations to you and the people of India on your 72nd #RepublicDay. Our friendship grows from year to year," Netanyahu tweeted, along with a photograph of Modi and himself, and the emoticons of handshake and the Indian, Israeli flags.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with Pradhan Mantri Bal Puraskar-winning childrenThe government of India has been conferring the Bal Shakti Puraskar under the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to children with exceptional abilities and outstanding achievements in the field of innovation, sports, arts and culture, social service, scholastic field, and bravery.
- Era of insurgency and violence in J&K and Bodoland ended in PM Narendra Modi's rule: Amit Shah“Under Modi article 370 and 35A was removed and insurgency was finished for ever. It was said that there will be this and that if the same is removed. However, a panchayat election was held and there was no bloodshed,” Shah said.
- Netaji would have been proud to see the India of today, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi"Netaji had dreamt of a strong India, and today from LAC to LOC we are following his footsteps. Whenever our sovereignty was challenged, we have given a befitting reply," he said at the event held at the Victoria Memorial Hall in Kolkata.
- Narendra Modi government is leaving no stone unturned in promoting North East on world map: Amit ShahShah tweeted, “Be it natural beauty or rich cultural heritage, North east has immense potential to become a big tourism hub of our country. Modi government is leaving no stone unturned in promoting North East on world map and bringing progress and prosperity in the region”.
- President Trump presents Legion of Merit to Prime Minister Narendra ModiUS President Donald Trump on Monday presented the prestigious Legion of Merit to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating strategic partnership of the two countries and emergence of India as a global power.
- India proved wrong everyone who raised apprehensions about COVID-19 handling, says PM ModiModi said India emerged as a hub of pharmacy for the world during the pandemic, and added that the country is implementing the world's largest vaccination programme.
- PM Narendra Modi pays homage to Guru Gobind Singh on his 'Parkash Purab'"I bow to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on the pious occasion of his Parkash Purab. His was a life devoted to creating a just and inclusive society," Modi said in a tweet on the occasion of the 354th birth anniversary of the Sikh Guru.
- Budget session of Parliament: PM Narendra Modi to chair all-party meeting on January 30An all-party meeting is a customary procedure before the beginning of every session of Parliament to ensure its smooth functioning. However, this time it is being held a day after the session starts on January 29.
- Host farmers at your house like you treated Obama: Asaduddin Owaisi to PM ModiAIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Sunday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to invite protesting farmers to his residence like he had hosted then US president Barack Obama. He also said the government must repeal the new farm laws.
- Will do everything possible for welfare of people in tea garden: FM SitharamanEarlier the people in tea estates received Rs 5,000 (in two installments). The tea belts of Brahmaputra and Barak valley has over 60 lakh people.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi invites Bangladesh to join the BRICS BankBangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed her interest in being a part of the initiative, Indian High Commissioner to Dhaka Vikram Doraiswami said in Dhaka.
- PM Narendra Modi named Somnath Temple trust chairman; 2nd PM to hold postAfter former PM Morarji Desai, Modi is the second Prime Minister who has been appointed the chairman of the temple trust. As per trust records, Modi has become the eighth chairman of the trust.
- PM Narendra Modi greets H D Kumaraswamy on his birthday"Best wishes to former Karnataka Chief Minister Shri @hd_kumaraswamy Ji on his birthday. May Almighty bless him with a long life, filled with the best health," Modi tweeted.
- UK invites PM Narendra Modi to attend G7 summit; An opportunity to meet Joe BidenTerming India as 'pharmacy of the world', the UK lauded the efforts regarding the production of coronavirus vaccine and said, "India already supplies more than 50 per cent of the world's vaccines, and the UK and India have worked closely together throughout the pandemic."
- Not impressed by Narendra Modi's remarks: Protesting farmers at Singhu borderFarmer leaders said 20 farmers had died at the Singhu and Tikri borders and en route to Delhi in the last 18 days due to heart attacks and road accidents. The leaders alleged that BJP was raising the SYL issue in Haryana to try drive a wedge between unity of Punjab and Haryana farmers.
- Gujarat: PM Narendra Modi meets people from various groups in KutchPrime Minister Narendra Modi on December 15 attended the foundation stone laying ceremony of development projects in Kutch. During the event the Prime Minister met people from various groups. He listened to their grievances and also took suggestions. He also laid Hybrid Renewable Energy Park in Kutch. This solar plant will generate jobs and also help in curbing pollution. Gujarat: PM Narendra Modi meets people from various groups in Kutch
- PM Narendra Modi flags off eight trains to boost connectivity to Statue of UnitySituated near Kevadiya in Gujarat's Narmada district, the 'Statue of Unity' is the world's tallest statue and monumental tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, independent India's first home minister as well as deputy prime minister.
- PM Narendra Modi announces Rs 1,000-crore 'Startup India Seed Fund'India, the Prime Minister said, is home to the world's third largest startup ecosystem which has helped several budding entrepreneurs to come up with innovative technologies and become big corporations.
- View: Narendra Modi — The last-mile Prime MinisterPM Modi has adopted a different approach in which the Centre is deeply involved in the execution.
- PM Narendra Modi to launch Co-WIN app today as formal vaccine rollout startsThe health ministry had said the Co-WIN would be used to manage the entire vaccination drive. People taking the vaccine shots will also be able to track their vaccination schedules using the app.
- PM Narendra Modi to kick off vaccination drive, Bengaluru to have 10 facilitiesPrime Minister Narendra Modi will kick off the vaccination drive at Victoria Hospital complex of the Bengaluru Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI) virtually, in the morning.
- We will never forget cowardly attack on our Parliament: PM Narendra Modi"We will never forget the cowardly attack on our Parliament on this day in 2001. We recall the valour and sacrifice of those who lost their lives protecting our Parliament. India will always be thankful to them," he tweeted.
- PM Narendra Modi defends farm laws, says it would benefit farmersWe are taking all these initiatives to increase the farmers' income and make them more prosperous. If the farmers of the country become prosperous, the country becomes prosperous,” the PM said at a time when thousands of farmers are sitting on Delhi’s borders in protest of the new farm laws.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi to launch COVID-19 vaccination drive on Saturday at 10:30Modi is also likely to launch the Co-WIN (COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network) App, a digital platform created for real-time monitoring of COVID-19 vaccine delivery and distribution.
- Oxford Languages picks 'Aatmanirbharta' as the Hindi word of 2020There was a massive increase in the usage of 'aatmanirbharta' following the PM's address.
- India, Uzbekistan stand together against terrorism: PM Narendra ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a virtual summit on December 11. Speaking at the event, PM Modi said, “India and Uzbekistan together stand against terrorism.”India, Uzbekistan stand together against terrorism: PM Narendra Modi
- Haryana Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on WednesdayAfter an hour-long meeting with Shah, both Khattar and Chautala said they have discussed the prevailing law and order situation in the state. "There is no threat to the Haryana government and it will last its full five year term," Chautala had said.
- PM Narendra Modi to address international Bharati festival on Dec 11The event is being conducted as part of the 138th birth anniversary celebration of Tamil poet and writer Mahakavi Subramanya Bharati. This year the festival is being organised in virtual mode due to the pandemic.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people on Diwali"Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali! May this festival further brightness and happiness. May everyone be prosperous and healthy," PM tweeted.
- PM Narendra Modi lays foundation stone of new Parliament buildingModi performed the bhoomi poojan ceremony for the new Parliament building with six Hindu priests and in the presence of holy persons from different religions. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha deputy chairperson cabinet ministers, MPs and dignitaries from various countries attended the programme.
- PM Narendra Modi to lay foundation of new Parliament building todayThe new building will also have a grand Constitution Hall to showcase India's democratic heritage, a lounge for members of Parliament, a library, multiple committee rooms, dining areas and ample parking space.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people on DhanterasIn a tweet, he wished that Dhanwantari, a god associated with the Indian system of medicine whose birth anniversary is observed on this day, brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and good health to people.
- PM Narendra Modi to lay foundation of new Parliament building on ThursdayLok Sabha Speaker Birla had earlier said, "The existing temple of democracy is completing 100 years... It is a matter of pride for our countrymen that the new one will be built by our own people as a prime example of Aatmanirbhar Bharat."
- PM Narendra Modi greets Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on her birthdaySonia Gandhi, who turned 74, has led the Congress for 19 years. She was back in the saddle last year as Congress' interim chief after Rahul Gandhi resigned taking responsibility for the party's defeat in the Lok Sabha polls.
- Reforms needed for development, says Prime Minister Narendra ModiThe government believes in all-round holistic reforms, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed after inaugurating the construction of the Agra Metro project via video conferencing.
- Govt committed to fulfilling dreams of Babasaheb Ambedkar: Narendra ModiBabasaheb fought all his life against discrimination, degradation, and deprivation in the Indian society. He was the one who inspired the Modern Buddhist Movement and campaigned against social discrimination of Dalits, women, and labour. He was Independent India's first law minister and the principal architect of the Constitution of India.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi should quit if he can't repeal farm laws, says Congress"People have elected this government and not the Supreme Court. Then why does the government want people to go to elsewhere?" Surjewala asked.
- PM Narendra Modi to address IIT2020 global summitThe PanIIT USA is an organisation that is more than 20 years old. Since 2003, it has organised this conference and invited speakers from different sectors, including industry, academia and government. The PanIIT USA is run by an all-volunteer team of IIT alumni, the PMO said.
- After China deal, Angela Merkel reaches out to Narendra Modi, proposes India-EU trade pactIn a free-wheeling and unstructured video-meet between the two leaders, Merkel sought Modi’s views on a host of global issues including Pakistan, China, incoming Biden administration as well as global trade besides fight against the pandemic, ET has reliably gathered.
- PM Modi greets nation on Republic Day"Wishing all the people of India a Happy Republic Day. Jai Hind!" Modi tweeted.
- PM Narendra Modi looking to ensure seamless coronavirus vaccine deliveryOver half-a-dozen ministries at the Centre and another dozen departments in each state could be involved in this massive vaccine distribution exercise from early next year.
- PM Narendra Modi to interact with 3 teams involved in developing Covid vaccine"Tomorrow, on 30th November, 2020, PM @narendramodi will interact, via video conferencing, with three teams that are involved in developing a COVID-19 vaccine. The teams he will interact with are from Gennova Biopharma, Biological E and Dr. Reddy's," it said.
- West Bengal Assembly Elections 2021: Polls to be held in 8 phases from March 27; counting on May 2The Election Commission of India on Friday announced that West Bengal will witness eight-phased Assembly polls beginning March 27. The counting of votes will take place on May 2. The ECI has appointed two special police observers -- Vivek Dubey and MK Das -- for West Bengal. West Bengal is likely to witness a triangular contest this time with TMC, Congress-Left alliance and BJP in the fray. While Mamata Banerjee is seeking her third consecutive term, BJP has set a target of winning 200 seats in the 294-member state Assembly.West Bengal Assembly Elections 2021: Polls to be held in 8 phases from March 27; counting on May 2
- Dharmendra Pradhan bats for IOC's Haldia refinery expansion; writes to fellow Union ministersPradhan on Thursday wrote to Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers D V Sadananda Gowda and Shipping and Ports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya seeking their personal intervention to get the land needed for the project.