February 20, 2026 11:41 AM

Centre’s focus driving all-round development of northeast: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the NDA government at the Centre has given unprecedented attention and resources to the all-round development of the Northeast, ushering in a new phase of growth, connectivity, and opportunities across the region. In a letter addressed to Pema Khandu on the occasion of Arunachal Pradesh’s 40th Statehood Day, the Prime Minister highlighted the Centre’s sustained efforts to improve infrastructure and connectivity in the border state. The Prime Mini...

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 25, 2025 10:02 PM

Farmer suicides reduced by 50 pc during NDA rule compared to UPA era: RTI

In a country where the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” echoes through political speeches and patriotic songs, a grim reality persists in the fields—farmers continue to take their own lives in staggering numbers. A recent Right to Information (RTI) query filed by Pune-based businessman Praful Sarda has exposed the scale of India’s agrarian distress, revealing that 2.58 lakh farmers died by suicide between 2004 and 2022. The data draws a stark contrast between two political regimes. During...

July 18, 2025 3:10 PM

PM Modi unveils infrastructure projects worth ₹7,200 crore in Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated a series of infrastructure projects worth ₹7,200 crore in Bihar, urging the transformation of the state into a hub of growth and opportunities and an integral part of the Viksit Bharat mission. Addressing a large public gathering in Motihari, PM Modi said that just as several Eastern nations have emerged as key centres of global growth, Bihar too should become the driving force behind India's development. “I congratulate everyone on receiv...

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...

June 12, 2025 4:06 PM

India leads global digital transactions: Amit Shah highlights 11 years of tech progress

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday highlighted the achievements of the Modi government's digital revolution over the past 11 years, including ease of living and economic boom achieved during the 'India's Techade'. He credited the government's vision for the technology-led development that has transformed society and every sector of the economy. "The Modi government democratised the use of technology and harnessed its power for the business sector, making Bharat a leading digital economy...

June 12, 2025 3:52 PM

11 years of Digital India: Technology turned into tool to empower the lives of poor

Besides the 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' pledge, the goal and vision of achieving 'Digital India' is beginning to realise as this forms the core of governance of the incumbent dispensation. The digital revolution, which began 11 years ago, is entrenched in almost every policy-making and public welfare scheme delivery with elaborate plans on how to bring benefits to the poor, downtrodden and marginalised sections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to the social media platform X on Thursday and wr...

June 12, 2025 12:21 PM

Over 90 times rise in direct benefit transfer in just a decade: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

There has been more than 90 times rise in direct benefit transfer (DBT) in just a decade under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday. Moreover, India leads the world in real-time payments, with more than Rs 260 lakh crore worth of transactions processed in 2024-25, informed Sitharaman on X. “From Rs 7,368 crore in 2013-14 to Rs 6.83 lakh crore in 2024-25, there has been a 90X+ rise in DBT transfer in just a decade under Prime Mi...

June 11, 2025 3:58 PM

11 years of Modi govt: India’s civil aviation sector soars to new heights

India’s civil aviation sector has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past 11 years, emerging as a vital pillar of the country’s infrastructure growth under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. From just 74 operational airports in 2014, the number has more than doubled to 160 by March 2025, including 145 airports, 13 heliports, and 2 water aerodromes. A major thrust has been on regional connectivity and inclusive development. Under the UDAN scheme, 625 new air routes hav...