Prime Minister Narendra Modi

November 12, 2026 9:05 PM

Jitendra Singh’s Italy Visit Focuses on Advancing Special Strategic Partnership with India

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Jitendra Singh, began his official visit to Italy on November 11 with engagements aimed at advancing the Special Strategic Partnership agreed upon during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country in May 2026, with a focus on strengthening cooperation in science, technology and innovation. The Indian delegation's initial interaction with members of the scientific community and officials of the E...

November 11, 2026 11:54 PM

PM Modi Hails Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum; Cabinet Approves Rs 3,230-Crore Project for North, South Blocks Complex in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday welcomed the proposed Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, describing it as a landmark initiative that will transform Delhi's historic North and South Block buildings into a showcase of India's civilisational heritage. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Imagine New Delhi becoming home to the world's largest museum display area. Think scale. Think culture." He said the museum would bring thousands of years of India's heritage to life through immersive expe...

November 11, 2026 10:47 PM

Government Rationalises Indian Visa Regime, Reduces Main Categories from 13 to Nine

The Centre has rationalised India’s visa regime, reducing the number of main visa categories from 13 to nine and sub-categories from 49 to 23, in a move aimed at simplifying procedures and making the system more accessible to foreign nationals visiting the country. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) implemented the latest changes on August 27, 2026, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The exercise follows an earlier rationali...

November 10, 2026 3:20 PM

PM Modi congratulates Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India's 100th chess Grandmaster, describing the achievement as a significant milestone for the country. In a post on X, PM Modi said India's tally of 100 Grandmasters reflected the immense talent, dedication and hard work of its players, as well as the growing popularity of chess among young people. “India has hit a century in chess! Exceptional isn’t it? India is now home to a hundred chess Grandmasters! Cong...

November 10, 2026 9:07 AM

PM Modi extends Govardhan Puja greetings, wishes people happiness and prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Govardhan Puja, wishing them good health, happiness, prosperity and good fortune. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the auspicious festival should bring renewed energy and enthusiasm into everyone's lives. “Heartiest greetings to all my fellow countrymen on the occasion of Govardhan Puja. May this sacred festival infuse new energy and enthusiasm into all your lives. I pray for the well-being, good f...

November 10, 2026 9:33 AM

PM Modi extends Gujarati New Year greetings, wishes people health, happiness and prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended Gujarati New Year greetings to people, wishing them happiness, peace, prosperity and good health on the auspicious occasion. In a post on X in Gujarati, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the new year would bring fresh hopes, opportunities and prosperity into people's lives. “Happy New Year…!!! May this auspicious beginning of the new year bring new hopes of happiness, peace, prosperity, and well-being into all your lives. May your live...

November 9, 2026 10:10 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls on President Murmu, exchanges Diwali greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and exchanged Diwali greetings. The President's office shared pictures of the meeting in a post on X. "Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and exchanged Diwali greetings," the post read. Earlier in the day, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan had also called on President Murmu and exchanged Diwali greetings. -PTI...

November 9, 2026 9:58 AM

PM Modi meets ex-president Kovind, greets him on Diwali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met former president Ram Nath Kovind and his family and wished them a happy Diwali. "Met former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind Ji and his family. Wished them on the auspicious occasion of Diwali," PM Modi said on X. Earlier, the prime minister visited Rashtrapati Bhavan to convey Diwali greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and also the residence of former deputy prime minister L K Advani to greet him on entering the 100th year of his life. -PTI...

November 9, 2026 9:02 AM

PM Modi extends Uttarakhand Foundation Day greetings, hails state’s development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day, praising its spiritual heritage, natural beauty and development achievements. In a post on X, the Prime Minister described Uttarakhand as a land blessed with spiritual richness, scenic mountain landscapes, sacred rivers and the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. "My heartfelt wishes to all the residents of the state on Uttarakhand Foundation Day," PM Modi said. Highli...

November 9, 2026 8:21 AM

PM Modi visits LK Advani as veteran BJP leader enters 100th year

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited the residence of veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani to extend birthday greetings as the senior leader turned 99 and entered his 100th year. Advani, a recipient of the Bharat Ratna, is regarded as one of the key architects of the BJP's rise as a major political force in the country. During the meeting, PM Modi conveyed his wishes for Advani's good health and longevity and recalled his sig...