Prime Minister Narendra Modi

September 16, 2024 6:38 PM

Market salutes PM Modi’s third term: Sensex-Nifty open at all-time high

Indian stock indices continued their uptrend from the past week and opened at fresh record highs at the opening bell on Monday, a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Union Council of Ministers took oath to office. A smooth transition in the government formation seemed to have boosted market sentiments. At the opening bell, the Sensex surged to an all-time high of 76,960.96 points, while the Nifty touched a record 23,411.90 points. At the time of reporting, the Sensex was trading at 7...

September 16, 2024 6:38 PM

New Delhi-Kathmandu ties will prosper under Narendra Modi’s leadership: Nepal PM Prachanda

Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' who attended the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital has expressed his confidence in the future of bilateral relations between New Delhi and Kathmandu. In a recent meeting between the two leaders, Nepal Prime Minister extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Modi and conveyed his optimism regarding the trajectory of the longstanding friendship between the two countries. "Had a meeting with Shri...

September 16, 2024 6:43 PM

Union Cabinet recommends dissolution of 17th Lok Sabha

Union Cabinet recommends dissolution of 17th Lok Sabha, PM Modi likely to be sworn in for third term on June 8 The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recommended the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha on Wednesday, a day after the general election results were announced. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha ends on June 16. PM Modi is likely to be sworn in for a third term on June 8. Key allies of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) have pledged their support to the party ...

September 16, 2024 6:43 PM

Union Cabinet to meet today, both NDA and INDIA bloc to strategise after results

The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet on Wednesday, a day after the results of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The Prime Minister, on Tuesday evening, said the NDA would form the next government. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc are set to hold meetings on Wednesday to chalk out strategies for future courses of political action. By posting the result of votes polled in Beed constituency in Mahrashtra on the Election Commission websit...

June 1, 2024 11:05 AM

Krishn Kanhai’s ‘The Golden Krishna’ Exhibition Opens in Dubai

Renowned Indian artist Krishn Kanhai unveiled his latest collection, "The Golden Krishna," in a grand opening ceremony on May 31st. The exhibition showcases Kanhai's exquisite new works centered around Lord Krishna. The centerpiece of the exhibition is a breathtaking life-sized, three-dimensional painting of Tirupati Balaji, meticulously crafted with 24-karat gold and measuring an impressive 5 feet by 8 feet. This masterpiece exemplifies Kanhai's signature style, which has captivated art lovers...

September 16, 2024 5:45 PM

Space startup Agnikul launches India’s second privately built rocket

Agnikul Cosmos launched its Agnibaan rocket for the first time on Thursday, powered by the only Indian rocket engine to use both gas and liquid fuel in the country's second flight of a privately built rocket. The Agnibaan's first flight had been called off four times in the last two months because of technical issues. The most recent cancellation was Tuesday, when launch was aborted five seconds before lift-off. "A major milestone, as the first-ever controlled flight of a semi-cryogenic liquid...

September 16, 2024 6:16 PM

PM Modi commends voters in J&K’s Anantnag-Rajouri LS constituency for record turnout

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the remarkable voter turnout in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, which witnessed the highest polling percentage in the region in over three decades. Taking to X, the Prime Minister congratulated the people of the constituency for their "enthusiastic participation" and called it a "vibrant testament to their democratic spirit." "A very special congratulations to my sisters and brothers of Anantnag-Rajouri for the rec...

September 16, 2024 5:56 PM

Surname doesn’t matter in today’s India: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to providing right business environment for startups

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing a conducive environment for startups to flourish, asserting that in today's India, one's surname or family background does not matter as much as hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. The Prime Minister's remarks came in response to Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal's recollection of his father's initial skepticism about his ability to succeed as a startup entrepreneur due to their humble background. Sharing a v...

September 16, 2024 5:57 PM

Prime Minister Modi appeals voters to cast franchise in festival of democracy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters on Monday to cast their franchise in record numbers for the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, making a special plea to women and young voters to actively participate in the festival of democracy. "As 49 seats across 8 states and UTs go to the polls today in the 5th phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, I urge all those whose constituencies are polling today to vote in record numbers. I especially appeal to women and young voters to participate en...

September 16, 2024 5:57 PM

PM Modi to hold public rally in Maharashtra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold a massive public rally in Mumbai's Shivaji Park on Friday, drawing thousands of supporters. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray is set to share the stage with the PM, further boosting the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in the state. Ahead of the rally, BJP workers put up posters across the city to welcome PM Modi, while security was tightened around the venue. The Mumbai Traffic Police issued an advisory, anticipating ...