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January 12, 2026 12:05 PM

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar, focusing on strengthening cooperation across a wide range of sectors. The meeting took place as part of Chancellor Merz’s first official visit to India, which coincides with the completion of 75 years of India–Germany diplomatic relations and 25 years of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishanka...

January 12, 2026 12:41 PM

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz share festive moments at International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday jointly inaugurated the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati Riverfront, sharing festive moments that blended cultural celebration with diplomatic engagement. The two leaders were accorded a warm welcome and presented with traditional Gujarati scarves on arrival. The riverfront came alive with colour and music as artists from across the state performed folk dances and music, showcasing Gujarat’s rich cultural ...

January 12, 2026 12:17 PM

PM Modi welcomes German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Sabarmati Ashram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, marking the German leader’s first official visit to India since assuming office. Upon arrival at the Ashram, the two leaders paid floral tributes to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, and Merz signed the visitors’ book. Both leaders later participated in the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati Riverfront, underscoring the cultural outreach and people-to-peo...

January 9, 2026 2:46 PM

PM Modi to meet German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad on January 12

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad on January 12. Merz will be on his first official visit to India from January 12 to 13 at the invitation of PM Modi. The visit is expected to further deepen the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, which recently completed 25 years. As part of the programme in Gujarat, the two leaders will visit the Sabarmati Ashram at around 9:30 am on January 12. They will subsequently participate in the International Kite F...

January 9, 2026 2:22 PM

PM Modi to visit Gujarat from January 10 to 12

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a three-day visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, during which he will take part in religious, cultural, developmental and diplomatic engagements across Somnath, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. The Prime Minister will begin his visit on the evening of January 10 in Somnath. At around 8 pm, he will participate in Omkar Mantra chanting at the Somnath Temple, followed by a drone show at the temple premises. On January 11, PM Modi will take part in the ...

January 2, 2026 5:07 PM

PM Modi lauds Ahmedabad Flower Show for creativity and global recognition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lauded the Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2026, describing it as an “enchanting” and shining example of creativity, sustainability and community participation that reflects the city’s vibrant spirit and deep connection with nature. Responding to a post by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on X, the Prime Minister said, "The Ahmedabad Flower Show brings together creativity, sustainability and community participation, while beautifully showca...

December 8, 2025 12:32 PM

Amit Shah inaugurates Rs 1,500 crore development works in Ahmedabad, highlights Gujarat’s growth and India’s sports push

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth ₹1,500 crore under the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other officials were present at the event. Shah said the Narendra Modi government has made major progress in national security, economy, infrastructure, poverty reduction, and welfare schemes. He added that India’s global standing has improved and t...

December 8, 2025 10:18 AM

Amit Shah addresses ‘Pramukh Varni Amrit Mahotsav’ in Ahmedabad, pays tribute to Pramukh Swami Maharaj

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday addressed the ‘Pramukh Varni Amrit Mahotsav’ organised by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and other dignitaries were also present. Shah said Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s work and contribution were difficult to fully describe, noting that BAPS had inspired people by showcasing his life and values. He sai...

October 15, 2025 10:15 PM

Ahmedabad recommended as host for 2030 centenary edition of Commonwealth Games

The Indian city of Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat, has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board said on Wednesday. The board said it will propose Ahmedabad, also known as Amdavad, in the western Indian state of Gujarat, to the full Commonwealth Sport membership for approval at the General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26. The recommendation follows an evaluation process of candidate cities. Both Ahmedabad and Abuja...

August 27, 2025 5:19 PM

Cabinet approves submission of bid to host Commonwealth Games 2030

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the submission of a bid to host the Commonwealth Games 2030 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The decision also includes approval for signing the Host Collaboration Agreement and providing grant-in-aid to the Gujarat government if the bid is successful. If awarded, Ahmedabad has been proposed as the host city, offering world-class stadiums, cutting-edge training facilities, and a strong sporting culture. The city is home to the Narendra Modi Stadium—the largest c...