August 30, 2026 12:57 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi Highlights 46% Beneficiaries of PM SVANidhi as ‘Living Example of Women Empowerment’

Sharing what he described as a “living example” of women’s empowerment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that women account for 46 per cent of the beneficiaries of the PM SVANidhi Yojana, highlighting how the scheme is helping women expand their small businesses and strengthen their families’ financial prospects. Speaking during the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “From morning till evening, lakhs of women across the streets o...

August 30, 2026 12:33 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi Urges Citizens to Join ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva’ Campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’ campaign is currently gaining momentum across the country to eradicate substance abuse and build a drug-free India by 2047. He also called on the public to participate in the campaign in large numbers by making content for social media, short plays, songs, etc, to make people aware of the campaign. Speaking during the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “Th...

August 30, 2026 10:13 AM

PM Modi participates in a Yoga Session in Tashkent

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a Yoga Session organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan in Tashkent on Sunday. He also interacted with the participants during the session. PM Modi arrived in Uzbekistan for a two-day visit on Saturday. He thanked President Mirziyoyev for the warm welcome at Tashkent airport as he began his two-day State Visit to the Central Asian nation. He visited the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and said that it reflects the aspirations and progress of the Uz...

August 28, 2026 11:52 PM

Inaugural India-Kuwait Joint Defence Committee Meeting Held in Delhi

The inaugural meeting of the India-Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC) was held in New Delhi on August 28. Both countries agreed to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation across a wide range of areas, including training, military exercises, military medicine, staff talks, defence industry, and Research & Development (R&D). “The first meeting of the JDC marked an important step towards operationalising the objectives outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defen...

August 28, 2026 5:50 PM

PM Modi condoles demise of Norway’s King Harald V

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of His Majesty King Harald V of the Kingdom of Norway and extended his heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family and the people of Norway. Recalling his meeting with King Harald V during his visit to Norway earlier this year, the Prime Minister remembered His Majesty’s warmth and profound sense of service to his nation. The Prime Minister posted on X: “Deeply saddened by the passing of His Majesty King Harald V ...

August 28, 2026 12:21 AM

Haryana CM meets PM Modi, discusses state’s development

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday in Delhi and said a detailed discussion was held with the PM regarding the state’s development. During the meeting, the various issues, including the new industrial policy and investment in the state, were discussed in detail, Saini said, adding he also received the prime minister’s guidance. He said that Prime Minister Modi was apprised of the recently launched industrial policy and the nine sectoral pol...

August 14, 2026 1:30 PM

‘Deeply touched by your ‘kind gesture’: Harsimrat Kaur extends gratitude to PM Modi, thanks Amit Shah for support following attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal’s wife and Lok Sabha MP, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, on Friday expressed deep appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support and an immediate probe following the recent security breach and attack on SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal. In a post on X, Badal thanked PM Modi for his swift action in directing central investigating agencies to coordinate directly with the Maharashtra Police on the probe. ...

August 3, 2026 11:21 AM

‘Their hardwork will keep inspiring our youngsters’: PM Modi hails India’s CWG 2026 performance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian contingent for its performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow after the country finished with 39 medals to secure fourth place in the overall standings. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Proud of our contingent’s performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Delighted that India has won 39 medals, including 13 Golds. Congrats to the medal winners." "Throughout the Games, our talented athletes have displayed e...

July 29, 2026 2:44 PM

PM Modi extends Global Tiger Day greetings, says India committed to science-based conservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings on Global Tiger Day, saying India remains committed to science-based conservation, community participation and sustainable development to strengthen tiger protection. In a series of posts on X, PM Modi said India was proud to be home to nearly 70 per cent of the world's tiger population, attributing the country's conservation success to its centuries-old tradition of living in harmony with nature. "Greetings to all wildlife enthusias...

July 18, 2026 11:34 AM

PM Modi greets Ashwini Vaishnaw on birthday, lauds his role in infrastructure and technology push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, praising his contribution to strengthening infrastructure and advancing technology and innovation in line with the vision of a developed India. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said Vaishnaw was "at the forefront of strengthening key infrastructure" that would play an important role in building a 'Viksit Bharat'. "Birthday wishes to Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Ji. He is at the forefront of strengt...