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October 27, 2025 10:19 PM

Nitin Gadkari stresses need for innovative ship financing at India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday addressed the India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, where he underscored the importance of adopting innovative financial models to accelerate growth in India’s maritime sector. Speaking on the theme “Innovative Mechanisms for Ship Financing,” Gadkari called for greater private sector participation and creative funding strategies to strengthen India’s maritime infrastructure and competitiveness. Highlighting that India�...

October 13, 2025 10:12 PM

Nitin Gadkari inaugurates, lays foundation stones for national highway projects worth Rs 2,000 crore in Puducherry

Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for three major National Highway projects worth over ₹2,000 crore in Puducherry, marking a significant step toward improving regional connectivity and easing traffic congestion in the Union Territory. The event was attended by Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister N. Rangaswamy, Union Minister L. Murugan, state ministers, MPs, MLAs, and senior officials. The projects inc...

September 10, 2025 10:50 AM

President, PM and Union Ministers extend wishes to new Vice President Radhakrishnan

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several Union Ministers on Tuesday congratulated C.P. Radhakrishnan on being elected as the Vice President of India. In a post on X, President Murmu said: “Congratulations to Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on being elected as the Vice President of India! Your decades of rich experience in public life will contribute significantly to the nation’s progress. I extend my best wishes to you for a successful and im...

August 3, 2025 10:55 AM

Nitin Gadkari unveils 29 National Highway projects worth Rs 5,233 crore in Andhra Pradesh

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 29 National Highway projects in Mangalagiri on Saturday. The projects, worth over ₹5,233 crore, cover a total length of 272 km and aim to significantly boost connectivity and infrastructure across the state. Addressing the gathering, Gadkari said, “Aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, these projects are...

July 31, 2025 9:57 PM

PM Modi condoles demise of former Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief Pramila Tai Medhe

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of Pramila Tai Medhe, former pramukh sanchalika (chief) of Rashtra Sevika Samiti, the women's wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). In a post on X, PM Modi said, "I am deeply saddened by the demise of Pramila Tai Medhe Ji, who was the former pramukh sanchalika (chief) Rashtra Sevika Samiti. Her entire life was dedicated to the service of society and the nation. Her invaluable contributions to women's empowerment a...

July 18, 2025 10:39 AM

PM Modi, Union leaders extend birthday wishes to Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended heartfelt birthday greetings to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, applauding his contributions to India’s progress in the fields of information technology, innovation, and infrastructure. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Birthday wishes to Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Ji. He is making commendable efforts to boost India’s strides in the world of IT, innovation and also upgradation of vital infrastructure. May he be blessed with a long an...

July 15, 2025 7:20 PM

NHAI releases second sustainability report, showcases green milestones

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has released its second consecutive Sustainability Report for the financial year 2023–24, reaffirming its strong commitment towards environmental sustainability and responsible infrastructure development. The report, launched by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, highlights NHAI’s integrated framework for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and its alignment with India’s global commitments under t...

June 18, 2025 3:48 PM

Gadkari announces ₹3,000 annual highway pass for non-commercial vehicles

The central government has announced the launch of FASTag-based Annual Passes for non-commercial vehicles, effective from August 15. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari made the announcement on Wednesday, describing the initiative as a move to enable “seamless and cost-effective travel across National Highways throughout the country.” The annual passes, priced at ₹3,000, will be valid for either one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips—whichever c...

May 27, 2025 10:57 AM

PM Modi wishes Nitin Gadkari on his birthday, praises ‘notable contributions’ in infrastructure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm birthday greetings to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, acknowledging his key contributions to India’s infrastructure development. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Birthday wishes to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who is making notable contributions towards upgrading critical infrastructure in India. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life." Several senior leaders and cabinet colleagues al...

March 16, 2025 11:44 AM

Gadkari stresses need for education in Muslim community, slams caste politics

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday emphasised the crucial role of education in the upliftment of the Muslim community and strongly criticised the prevalence of caste-based politics in the country. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of the Central India Group of Institutions in Nagpur, Gadkari said that education is the cornerstone of development and social progress. He stressed that the Muslim community, in particular, needs to focus more on educational advancement. “In our society, ...