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December 1, 2025 4:24 PM

Parliament Winter Session: PM Modi welcomes Vice President and Rajya Sabha chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed Vice President CP Radhakrishnan as he presided over the Rajya Sabha for the first time. Calling it a moment of pride for all members of the Upper House, the Prime Minister assured full cooperation from MPs in maintaining the dignity of the House and the Chair. PM Modi said he was confident that Radhakrishnan’s leadership would strengthen the functioning of the Rajya Sabha, especially as the Winter Session is scheduled to discuss important nation...

December 1, 2025 11:51 AM

PM Modi condoles loss of lives in Tamil Nadu bus mishap; announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for victims’ kin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the deaths caused by a collision between two Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation buses in Sivaganga district and announced financial assistance for the victims’ families. In a message posted on X, the Prime Minister said, “The loss of lives due to a mishap in Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover soon.” He announced that ₹2 lakh from the Pri...

December 1, 2025 4:28 PM

PM Modi urges opposition to ensure productive Winter Session, says some parties ‘can’t digest defeat’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the media ahead of the start of the Winter Session of Parliament, calling the session an important opportunity to give fresh momentum to the country’s development efforts. PM Modi said the session should not be treated as a formality, adding that he expects it to “infuse new energy” into ongoing national programmes. He highlighted India’s strong democratic participation, citing the high voter turnout in the recent Bihar elections and the ...

December 1, 2025 10:45 AM

PM Modi praises ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ for boosting fitness awareness

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the growing popularity of the ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ initiative, saying such activities are encouraging more people, especially the youth, to adopt healthier lifestyles. He made the remarks during the 128th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ initiative is a weekly event which reinforces PM Modi's vision of "Fitness Ka Dose, Adha Ghanta Roz" and "Fight Against Obesity". “There are man...

December 1, 2025 10:16 AM

PM Modi, President Murmu greet people of Nagaland on Statehood Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other leaders on Monday extended greetings to the people of Nagaland on the occasion of their Statehood Day. "Greetings to the people of Nagaland on the occasion of their Statehood Day. The glorious Naga culture, rooted in service, courage and compassion, is widely admired. The people of Nagaland have distinguished themselves across many fields. May the state keep moving ahead with prosperity and progress in the years ahead," said PM Modi in a post on X....

November 30, 2025 6:43 PM

PM Modi encourages winter tourism, highlights growing footfall in Uttarakhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has significant potential to become a major destination for winter tourism and noted the rising popularity of Uttarakhand among travellers. He made the remarks during the 128th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. PM Modi said that several countries have built successful tourism models around winter sports and activities such as skiing, snowboarding, trekking and ice climbing. He added that India, with its diverse landscap...

November 30, 2025 6:43 PM

India doubles honey production to 1.5 lakh metric tonnes, exports triple: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has doubled its annual honey production to more than 1.5 lakh metric tonnes, while honey exports have tripled in recent years. He made the remarks during the 128th episode of his radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. PM Modi highlighted several regional initiatives contributing to the growth of honey production. He noted that Ramban Sulai honey from Jammu and Kashmir, made from wild basil, gained wider recognition after receiving a Geographical I...

November 30, 2025 2:47 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights India’s recent achievements in sports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India is making rapid progress in the world of sports, noting several recent achievements across multiple disciplines. Speaking during the 128th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', he said that the month had been “significant” for Indian sports. PM Modi began by congratulating the Indian women’s team on winning the ICC Women’s World Cup. He also highlighted India’s best-ever performance at the Deaf Olympics in Tokyo, where the country secured 20...

November 30, 2025 2:43 PM

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi urges citizens to support ‘Vocal for Local’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reiterated his appeal for citizens to strengthen the “vocal for local” movement, encouraging people to prioritise Indian-made products. He made the remarks during the 128th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. PM Modi said that the message of promoting local craftsmanship was reflected even in the gifts he presented to world leaders during the recent G20 Summit. These included a Chola-era inspired bronze Nataraja statue for the Presid...

November 30, 2025 5:49 PM

PM Modi hails INS Mahe induction, highlights Indian Navy’s push for self-reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the induction of INS Mahe into the Indian Navy reflects the force’s rapid progress towards self-reliance. Speaking during the 128th episode of his radio programme Mann Ki Baat, he described the development as a matter of national pride. INS Mahe, inducted last week in Mumbai, has an indigenous design. PM Modi noted that its name has historical significance linked to Mahe in Puducherry and that many people from Kerala and Tamil Nadu observed tha...