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July 31, 2026 1:01 AM

PM Modi calls on President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President's Secretariat confirmed the meeting through a post on X, accompanied by photographs of the interaction. However, no official details were shared regarding the agenda or the issues discussed during the interaction. The meeting came against the backdrop of key national developments, including the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament and the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asi...

July 30, 2026 7:35 PM

PM Modi chairs fourth CCS meeting on West Asia conflict, reviews energy, fertiliser and citizen safety measures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired the fourth special meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to review the evolving situation arising from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, directing ministries and departments to strengthen coordination and ensure timely implementation of measures to safeguard India's energy security, fertiliser supplies and the interests of Indian citizens and the diaspora. The Prime Minister called for a unified and coordinated mechanism for regular...

July 29, 2026 9:31 PM

CWG 2026: PM Modi congratulates Harjinder Kaur on silver medal, career-best lift in Women’s 69kg weightlifting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Indian weightlifter Harjinder Kaur after she clinched the silver medal in the women's 69kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Congratulations to Harjinder Kaur for winning a Silver in the Women's 69 kg event at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Also noteworthy is the fact that her performance yesterday was a personal best. It is gladdening to see our weightlifters perform so well in ...

July 28, 2026 10:18 PM

PM Modi reviews government action agenda, calls for breaking silos and boosting technological self-reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday chaired the second high-level meeting with Secretaries to the Government of India, reviewing the future action agenda of ministries and departments in the areas of finance and economy, commerce and industry, and technology with a focus on accelerating India's journey towards Viksit Bharat. The meeting, held at the Prime Minister's residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, focused on improving coordination among government departments, strengthening citizen-centric...

July 28, 2026 12:50 AM

PM Modi meets Skyroot Aerospace founders, congratulates team on Vikram-1 success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, the founders of Skyroot Aerospace, and congratulated them on the successful Vikram-1 mission, describing the interaction as an engaging discussion on India's growing private space ecosystem. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the success of Vikram-1 featured prominently in the conversation, along with discussions on the company's journey and future plans. "A great interaction with Pawan Chandana and Naga Bhar...

July 27, 2026 9:27 PM

Gyaneshwari Yadav wins silver medal in weightlifting at Commonwealth Games 2026; PM Modi congratulates athlete

Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav on Monday won silver medal in the women's 53kg event at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026. Making her Commonwealth Games debut, the 23-year-old weightlifter from Chhattisgarh delivered an impressive performance to secure the silver medal with a total lift of 199kg, comprising 88kg in the snatch and 111kg in the clean and jerk. The effort marked her personal best in both the total and clean and jerk categories. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated t...

July 27, 2026 9:50 PM

PM Modi hails Mirabai Chanu after historic Commonwealth Games Gold, calls her an inspiration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu after she clinched her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal, describing her latest triumph as another glorious chapter in Indian weightlifting. Chanu delivered a dominant performance in the women's 48kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing India's first gold medal of the Games. Her victory came shortly after compatriot Rishikanta Singh Chanambam won silver in the men's 60...

July 27, 2026 9:50 PM

PM Modi congratulates Rishikanta Singh Chanambam on Commonwealth Games Silver, says his feat will inspire young athletes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian weightlifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning the silver medal in the men's 60kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, praising his determination and record-breaking performance. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nat...

July 26, 2026 9:52 PM

PM Modi urges youth to connect with border villages, says they are the foundation of Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with participants of the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme 2026, urging young people to strengthen their connection with India's border villages and describing developed villages as the foundation of a Viksit Bharat. Addressing participants representing around 250 districts across the country, the Prime Minister lauded the growing role of youth in nation-building through the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform. Reflecting on the platform's gro...

July 26, 2026 10:31 PM

PM Modi announces Nandan Nilekani-led task force on exam reforms, says focus is on reliable and transparent examination system

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the constitution of a high-powered task force on examination reforms under the leadership of technology expert and Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, saying its recommendations would be used to strengthen the credibility of upcoming examinations through greater use of technology and systemic reforms. In a video post on X, the Prime Minister said, "The Government of India is continuously taking various measures for the future of students. Those w...