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July 19, 2026 10:52 AM

Mangal Pandey’s courageous life continues to fill every Indian with pride: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid rich tributes to the great revolutionary Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Heartfelt salutations to the great revolutionary Mangal Pandey Ji on his birth anniversary. For the protection of the pride and honour of the motherland, he sacrificed everything he had. His courageous life continues to fill every Indian with pride even today. His saga of valour, imbued with patriotism, will continue to inspire ev...

July 19, 2026 10:53 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, praises her efforts to transform national capital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended birthday greetings to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, praising her efforts to accelerate the national capital's development and improve the quality of life for its residents. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday wishes to Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta Ji. Her efforts to boost Delhi’s progress and further ‘Ease of Living’ for the people are commendable. Praying for her long life and good health.” The Prime Ministe...

July 19, 2026 9:55 AM

PM Modi mourns demise of former PM Deve Gowda’s wife Chennamma

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other leaders on Saturday expressed grief over the demise of Chennamma, wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, who passed away at the age of 85 following an illness at a private hospital in Bengaluru. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Deeply pained by the passing of Smt. Chennamma Ji, wife of former Prime Minister Shri Deve Gowda Ji. She was admired for her humility and passion towards serving society. In this hour of grief, my thoughts a...

July 19, 2026 9:45 AM

PM Modi announces ex gratia for victims of Ahmedabad fireworks factory blast

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the deaths in a massive explosion and fire at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Ahmedabad and announced ex gratia assistance from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the victims' families. At least eight people were killed and several others injured in the blast at the firecracker factory located on Ramol-Gatrad Road behind the Rapid Action Force (RAF) camp in the Vastral area of Ahmedabad on Saturday afternoon. In...

July 17, 2026 5:48 PM

PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of projects worth Rs 4,700 crore in Chandigarh; says city is ‘model of development’ for India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth over ₹4,700 crore in Chandigarh, covering healthcare, education and road infrastructure. Describing Chandigarh as a benchmark for planned urban development, he said the city's progress benefits not only the Union Territory but also neighbouring Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a public gathering, the Prime Minister said, "Chandigarh is not just...

July 17, 2026 4:13 PM

PM Modi launches Rs 14,700-crore development projects in Haryana, flags off India’s first hydrogen train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth around ₹14,700 crore in Haryana's Jind, describing the occasion as a historic milestone for the state and the country. The projects span railways, highways, healthcare and cultural infrastructure, with the highlight being the launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train. Addressing a public gathering, the Prime Minister said Jind had permanently secured its place in history wi...

July 17, 2026 1:52 PM

Ashwini Vaishnaw credits PM Modi’s leadership for historic hydrogen train launch; calls it a ‘huge technological achievement’

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday hailed the launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train in Jind, Haryana, describing it as a major technological milestone and a testament to the country's growing self-reliance in advanced rail technology. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Vaishnaw credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for enabling India to develop indigenous hydrogen technology, placing the country among a select group of nations with the capability to desig...

July 17, 2026 10:46 AM

Jind welcomes India’s first hydrogen-powered train, residents call it a ‘historic milestone’ for Haryana

Excitement swept across Haryana's Jind on Friday as residents welcomed the launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train, with the train adorned with flowers and balloons ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The hydrogen fuel cell-powered train will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route, marking a significant milestone in India's transition towards cleaner and more sustainable rail transportation. Residents gathered in large numbers to celebrate the occasion, describing t...

July 17, 2026 10:00 AM

‘Today is a landmark day for Atmanirbhar Bharat’: PM Modi ahead of launch of India’s first hydrogen-powered train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed India's first hydrogen-powered train as a historic milestone, describing it as a landmark day for Atmanirbhar Bharat and the country's journey towards sustainable development. Ahead of the inauguration of the country's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell-powered train, the Prime Minister congratulated everyone associated with the project. "Today marks the realization of India's dream of getting its first hydrogen-powered train. It is a land...

July 16, 2026 3:45 PM

PM Modi shares President Murmu’s article recounting her faith in Lord Jagannath

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared an article written by President Droupadi Murmu in which she reflects on her lifelong devotion to Lord Jagannath, recounting how faith in the deity has guided her through personal challenges and public life. Sharing the President's article on X, the Prime Minister said, "In a deeply personal reflection, Honourable President Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji traces her lifelong devotion to Mahaprabhu Jagannath, from childhood memories to the spiritual expe...