Prime Minister Narendra Modi

July 2, 2026 10:11 AM

Gujarat tops national improvement ranking in TB control after sharp decline in cases and deaths

Gujarat has been ranked first in the country in the "States with Most Improvement" category for 2025 under the Centre's Tuberculosis (TB)-Free India Campaign after recording a significant decline in TB cases and deaths over recent years, state government spokesperson and Minister Jitu Vaghani said following a state Cabinet meeting on Wednesday. Speaking after the meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Vaghani said the Cabinet reviewed Gujarat's performance under Prime Minister Naren...

June 30, 2026 1:42 PM

“NEP has started creating positive impact among students”: Dharmendra Pradhan during his visit to PM SHRI AP Model School

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said that the National Education Policy (NEP) has started creating a positive impact among students. He also lauded the Andhra Pradesh government's efforts to strengthen public education and encourage students to return to government schools during his visit to the PM SHRI AP Model School in Bhogapuram, Vizianagaram district. Speaking to ANI in Bhogapuram, the Education Minister said, "Today, I came to visit this great school, AP Model Sch...

June 28, 2026 12:56 PM

PM Modi Hails Revival of Ancient ‘Shastrarth’ Tradition at Nalanda University

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Nalanda University for reviving the ancient Indian tradition of Shastrarth (scholarly debate), describing it as a significant step towards integrating India's civilisational heritage with modern education and technology. Addressing the 135th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said the university has successfully revived the centuries-old practice of intellectual discourse while adapting it to contemporary academ...

June 28, 2026 10:28 AM

PM Modi Pays Tribute to Former PM P.V. Narasimha Rao on Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary, remembering his enduring contribution to India's progress and describing him as an able administrator and distinguished scholar. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Tributes to former Prime Minister Shri PV Narasimha Rao Ji on his birth anniversary. He made enduring contributions to India's progress during a critical phase of our nation's history. He made a mark as an ...

June 20, 2026 3:59 PM

President Murmu, PM Modi visit Pahadpur village in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Pahadpur village in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, marking a rare joint engagement in the tribal-dominated region. The President and the Prime Minister offered prayers at the sacred groves of Santhali Jahera and Ho Jahera, reflecting the cultural and spiritual traditions of tribal communities. They also visited a Skill Centre and Pahadpur School, interacting with initiatives focused on education, capacity building and ...

June 20, 2026 5:35 PM

PM Modi unveils ₹47,600-crore development push for Odisha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of development projects worth more than ₹47,600 crore in Odisha and announced that Pahadpur village in Mayurbhanj district would be developed as a model solar village. Addressing the programme “Vikas Ra Dhara, Odisha Sara” at Rairangpur to mark two years of the BJP government in the state, the Prime Minister said the double-engine government was accelerating Odisha’s development journey through welfare ...

June 20, 2026 12:37 PM

Preparations in full swing ahead of 12th International Day of Yoga

Preparations gathered momentum across the country on Saturday ahead of the 12th International Day of Yoga, with political leaders, yoga practitioners, diplomats and citizens participating in awareness programmes and yoga sessions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to lead the main International Day of Yoga event in Kolkata on June 21. According to Prof. Kashinath Samagandi, Director of the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, the programme will follow the Common Yoga Protocol and w...

June 20, 2026 10:09 AM

President Murmu turns 68; PM Modi lauds her commitment to public service

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, lauding her commitment to public service and dedication to the welfare of the underprivileged and marginalised sections of society. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Warm birthday greetings to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. Her journey, marked by courage, simplicity, humility and unwavering commitment to public service, continues to inspire people across the country." High...

June 20, 2026 10:29 AM

PM Modi greets West Bengal on Paschimbanga Divas, hails state’s rich legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to the people of West Bengal on the occasion of Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Day), highlighting the state's rich cultural, intellectual and historical legacy. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said West Bengal has played a defining role in shaping India's civilisational and national journey through its contributions across diverse fields. "Warm greetings to my sisters and brothers of West Bengal on the occasion of Paschimbanga Div...

June 19, 2026 9:59 PM

Modi Govt has ensured equitable distribution of welfare benefits: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh said on Friday that the defining feature of the last 12 years of the Modi Government has been the equitable distribution of welfare benefits to every deserving citizen without discrimination based on caste, creed, religion or considerations of vote-bank politics. Addressing a press conference , on the completion of 12 years of the Government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the minister said that this tenure has witnessed a fu...