Prime Minister Narendra Modi

March 24, 2025 2:03 PM

UP has become growth engine of India, says CM Yogi on completion of 8 years

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday asserted that the BJP-led double-engine government has delivered more progress in eight years than previous governments achieved in their combined 22-year tenure. Speaking at an event marking eight years of BJP governance in Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership for the state's transformation and expressed gratitude to the state’s 25 crore residents for their continued support. Reflecting on the situ...

March 21, 2025 1:00 PM

Centre intensifies efforts to overhaul semiconductor design ecosystem

The government is intensifying efforts to revamp the semiconductor design ecosystem, targeting over 300 organizations nationwide, including 250 academic institutions and 65 startups. Led by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), this initiative aims to usher in a new era of innovation, empowering skilled individuals from across the country to design semiconductor chips, according to an official statement from MeitY on Thursday. The approach aligns with Prime Minister Na...

March 20, 2025 1:03 PM

India expands AI-driven skilling and innovation with new initiatives under IndiaAI mission

The government of India is accelerating its AI-driven skilling and innovation initiatives, with significant progress in the India AI Mission. The Ministry of Electronics & IT announced on Wednesday that the Government has received 67 proposals from startups, researchers, and entrepreneurs focused on building indigenous AI models. This development aligns with the IndiaAI Mission's goal of promoting AI for all, as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to democratize technology across a...

March 17, 2025 10:11 AM

Amit Shah chairs review meeting on new criminal laws implementation in North-Eastern states

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, chaired a review meeting in Guwahati on Sunday to assess the status of the implementation of three new criminal laws in the North-Eastern states. During the meeting, Shah emphasized the Central Government's commitment, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to provide a speedy and transparent justice system to the citizens. He highlighted that registering crimes without delay is crucial for strengthening law and order. ...

March 13, 2025 9:13 AM

PM Modi and Mauritius counterpart Ramgoolam agree to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam have agreed to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies, viz Indian Rupee and Mauritian Rupee. The two leaders also agreed to hold the second session of the High Power Joint Trade Committee under the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) to further strengthen trade, economic cooperation and partnership between the two nations. PM Modi was in Mauritius for a two-day State visi...

March 13, 2025 8:39 AM

Mauritian devotees applaud PM Modi’s act of reverence at Ganga Talao

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Mauritius, on Wednesday offered prayers at the revered Ganga Talao -- considered the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage site in the Indian Ocean archipelago, and also immersed the holy water brought from the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. The local people of Mauritius expressed happiness over the development and thanked PM Modi for this. Jessica Seesunkar, Secretary of Sanatan Rakshak Voice of Hindu executive, said, "I want to...

March 12, 2025 5:17 PM

PM Modi offers prayers at Mauritius’ sacred Ganga Talao

Highlighting the deep-rooted civilizational and spiritual connection between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday offered prayers at the revered Ganga Talao, considered the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage site in the Indian Ocean archipelago. During his visit, he also immersed holy water brought from the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh Mela. "I was deeply moved to visit the sacred Ganga Talao in Mauritius. The spiritual bond between the two countries can...

March 6, 2025 5:09 PM

PM Modi’s approval ratings at 68%, strongest support from North and West: Ipsos IndiaBus survey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to maintain a strong approval rating, with significant support from citizens, particularly in the Northern and Western regions of the country, according to the latest Ipsos IndiaBus PM’s Approval Rating survey. The survey revealed that PM Modi’s approval ratings for February 2025 stood at 68%, reflecting sustained public confidence in his leadership. Support was particularly pronounced in North India, where 86% of respondents expressed approval of his ...

March 6, 2025 2:51 PM

Empowerment to Inclusivity: India’s International Women’s Day celebrations to focus on nation-building

This year’s International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, will center on the theme "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment," with a focus on building an inclusive future, particularly for adolescents and the younger generation. The celebrations also coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a historic blueprint adopted in 1995 by 189 governments to advance women’s rights globally. India has made significant strides i...

March 5, 2025 10:11 AM

India and Vietnam discuss geopolitical cooperation at 2025 Policy Planning Dialogue

The fourth India-Vietnam Policy Planning Dialogue took place in Delhi on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The meeting was co-chaired by Raghuram S, Joint Secretary (Policy Planning and Research), MEA, and Le Dinh Tinh, Director General of the Policy Planning Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Vietnam. Discussions covered a broad range of geopolitical issues, the statement said. The dialogue provided an opportunity for both sides to exch...