June 17, 2026 10:10 AM

G7 Summit: PM Modi interacts with world leaders, thanks Macron for welcome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked French President Emmanuel Macron for welcoming him to Evian G7 Summit. The two leaders hugged and greeted each other as they met ahead of the outreach session. "Thank you for the welcome in Evian my friend, President Macron!" PM Modi posted on X. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), both leaders built on their productive bilateral discussions in Nice a few days ago. "The two leaders now carry forward their conversations in multil...

June 10, 2026 7:43 PM

PM Modi Thanks President Murmu, Credits 140 Crore Indians for Government’s Achievements

Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked President Droupadi Murmu for her warm wishes and kind words, saying the achievements of the past years were the result of the collective efforts and aspirations of the people of India. In a post on X, PM Modi said the affection and blessings of 140 crore Indians remained his greatest source of strength and inspiration. "I am grateful to you for your warm wishes and kind words. Whatever has been achieved over the years is the result of the collective ...

June 4, 2026 7:34 PM

PM Modi’s ‘Act East Policy’ a strong catalyst for North East development: Mizoram CM Lalduhoma

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Act East Policy offers a strong and forward-looking framework for the holistic development of the northeastern region, while highlighting the immense potential of the region as India’s gateway to Southeast Asia. Addressing the 73rd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, the Chief Minister observed that the region is strategically positioned to become a major driver of India’s futur...

May 11, 2026 3:29 PM

AI, Semiconductors and Railways to Drive India’s Next Growth Phase: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said despite global turbulence, India has managed the situation effectively through well-thought-through policies and decisive execution under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.  Speaking at the inaugural session of the CII Annual Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, he outlined three major pillars driving India’s transformation -- railways, electronics & semiconductors and artificial intelligence. Highlighting the unprecedented ...

April 3, 2026 3:08 PM

Government okays Rs 132.51 crore for connectivity project at Deendayal Port

The government on Friday approved the construction of a road over bridge (ROB) at Deendayal Port in Gujarat at a cost of Rs 132.51 crore. In a significant step towards strengthening port-led development in the country, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, approved the project. “This project reflects our commitment to modern, efficient and seamless port-led connectivity under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ROB at Deendayal Por...

February 26, 2026 6:56 PM

“Not a dry eye left in Israel”: Netanyahu hails PM Modi’s visit as “extraordinarily productive and also extraordinarily moving”

Highlighting the profound emotional and strategic impact of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit which ends on Thursday, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu described it an "amazing visit". Speaking at a joint press conference following the signing of several key agreements, the Israeli leader noted that while PM Modi's state visit was short, it was "extraordinarily productive and also extraordinarily moving". He specifically recalled the Prime Minister's address to the Knesset on Wedne...

February 24, 2026 9:30 PM

India-Israel FTA: First Round of Negotiations Started in New Delhi

India and Israel started the opening round of talks for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on February 23 in New Delhi, with discussions set to run through February 26.The Terms of Reference (ToR) were signed in November 2025 to provide a clear framework for negotiations focused on boosting trade and economic ties. Merchandise trade between the two countries reached USD 3.62 billion in FY 2024-25. An FTA is expected to accelerate growth by offering greater certainty and predictability to businesses, ...