Modi government

November 1, 2025 9:13 PM

In Bihar, The Election Manifestos Tell Two Stories

The campaign for the Bihar Assembly Elections is underway. Both the NDA and the RJD-led opposition have released their manifestos. Beyond the intricate comparison, narrowed down to every single promise, the manifestos are starkly different. The NDA manifesto focuses on enablement through welfare, infrastructure, skilling, education, and ease of credit. Meanwhile, the anti-incumbents have made it about a single agenda-government employment. Over the last ten years, the Modi Government has introd...

October 10, 2025 11:02 PM

Modi government’s anti-infiltration 3D policy is ‘Detect, Delete, and Deport’: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday delivered the ‘Narendra Mohan Memorial Lecture’ in New Delhi on the theme ‘Infiltration, Demographic Change, and Democracy.’ He also graced the Jagran Sahitya Srijan Award Ceremony as the chief guest. Addressing a distinguished gathering, Amit Shah underscored that infiltration, demographic change, and democracy are deeply interlinked issues crucial to the security of India’s borders, culture, language, and national identity. He urged citizens, ...

October 3, 2025 11:34 AM

India wins prestigious ISSA Award 2025 for outstanding achievement in social security

India has been conferred with the prestigious International Social Security Association (ISSA) Award 2025 for ‘Outstanding Achievement in Social Security’, recognising the Modi government’s efforts in expanding social protection across the nation. The award was presented at the World Social Security Forum (WSSF) 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, highlighted India’s historic progress, with soc...

September 15, 2025 4:49 PM

Govt paving way for cleaner streets, better housing, faster Metros, greener cities in new India: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted how the government’s sustained efforts are shaping a new urban India with cleaner streets, improved housing, faster Metro connectivity, and greener cities. Responding to an article written by Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri, PM Modi said, “Indian cities are turning into engines of growth! Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri outlines how consistent efforts of the government are paving the way for cleaner streets...

August 10, 2025 4:37 PM

Centre to disburse ₹3,200 crore in crop insurance to 30 lakh farmers on Aug 11

In a move to ensure the financial security of farmers, the Central Government will digitally transfer over ₹3,200 crore in crop insurance claim payments directly to the bank accounts of more than 30 lakh farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) on Monday. The historic event, to be held at the Jhunjhunu Airstrip in Rajasthan, will be chaired by Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan, with Rajasthan Chief Minister Bh...

August 4, 2025 9:32 PM

About 54 crore loans worth over Rs 35 lakh crore sanctioned under MUDRA scheme: Centre

Since its inception, 53.85 crore loans amounting to over ₹35.13 lakh crore have been sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), the government informed Parliament on Monday. The PMMY scheme provides collateral-free credit of up to ₹20 lakh to micro and small enterprises, thereby enabling self-employment and income generation. Additionally, the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in August 2014 has been a significant step towards financial inclusion, facilitat...

July 30, 2025 3:30 PM

Modi govt has corrected Nehru’s mistakes on Indus Water Treaty: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday asserted in the Rajya Sabha that the Modi government has corrected the “historical mistakes” made by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on the Indus Water Treaty (IWT), stating that the agreement has now been put in abeyance until Pakistan ends its support for cross-border terrorism. Participating in a debate on Operation Sindoor, Jaishankar began by expressing gratitude to the armed forces for their swift and effective response t...

July 15, 2025 1:31 PM

India’s average inflation falls 3% in 11 years of Modi government

India’s retail inflation has averaged around 5% over the last 11 years, showing a steady decline in recent months and reaching a more than six-year low of 2.1% in June 2025. According to data from the Finance Ministry, the average inflation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure stands at 5.1%, a significant drop compared to the 8.1% in the UPA regime. Between January 2012 and April 2014, during the UPA era, retail inflation remained above 9% for 22 out of 28 months. During its final...

June 12, 2025 4:23 PM

11 years of Modi govt: Digital connectivity and infrastructure witness remarkable growth

During the 11 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government, India has witnessed a digital revolution, transforming itself into a digitally empowered society and knowledge-based economy. Under the leadership of PM Modi, the country has made remarkable strides in expanding internet connectivity, boosting telecom infrastructure, and revolutionising public service delivery through digital platforms. The digital economy, which contributed 11.74% to India’s national income in 2022–23,...

June 12, 2025 4:16 PM

11 years of Modi govt: Digital finance drives unprecedented financial inclusion

During the 11 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government, India has emerged as a global leader in digital finance and inclusion, harnessing technology to deliver accessible, efficient, and transparent financial services to every corner of the country. This digital transformation has played a pivotal role in bridging the urban-rural divide and reshaping India’s economic landscape. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has revolutionised digital transactions, with over 1,867.7 cror...