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November 19, 2025 11:48 AM

PM Modi wishes Kiren Rijiju on his birthday, praises efforts to make Parliament ‘more productive’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, applauding his role in making parliamentary proceedings “more productive” and people-centric. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Best wishes to Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju Ji on his birthday. His efforts towards making Parliament more productive and focused on pro-people legislation are commendable. Equally noteworthy is his emphasis on ensuring inclusive and all-ro...

November 19, 2025 1:03 PM

Andhra Pradesh: PM Modi pays respects at Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s Mahasamadhi in Puttaparthi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited the holy shrine and Mahasamadhi of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, where he offered his obeisance and paid respects. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan accompanied the Prime Minister during the visit to Prasanthi Nilayam, meaning the 'Abode of the Highest Peace,' which is the main ashram and final resting place (Samadhi Mandir) of Sathya Sai Baba. PM Modi is in Puttapart...

November 19, 2025 10:18 AM

PM Modi pays tributes to Rani Lakshmibai on her birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to Rani Lakshmibai on her birth anniversary, saying that her sacrifice and struggle to protect the nation’s pride will always be remembered. Rani Lakshmibai was a key figure in the Revolt of 1857. She served as the queen of the princely state of Jhansi from 1843 to 1853 and later emerged as one of the leading faces of the uprising, fighting several battles against British forces. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Respectful tributes to Ma...

November 19, 2025 9:54 AM

PM Modi pays tributes to Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tributes to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Tributes to former Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi on the occasion of her birth anniversary.” Indira Gandhi served as Prime Minister from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. She also handled key portfolios such as External Affairs, Home Affairs, Atomic Energy, and Space. She was elected to the Rajya Sabha in ...

November 18, 2025 1:31 PM

PM Modi highlights India’s push to reshape global climate finance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared an article by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighting that there is a strong opportunity to reshape global climate finance with greater transparency and common standards. Sharing the article on X, the Prime Minister said, “Union Minister Bhupender Yadav highlights that there is a strong opportunity to reshape global climate finance with greater transparency and common standards. He points to India’s draft Climate Finance Taxonom...

November 17, 2025 2:06 PM

PM Modi expresses grief over Saudi bus accident involving Indian pilgrims

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia involving several Indian Umrah pilgrims near Medinah. According to the Indian mission in Jeddah, a passenger bus carrying Indian pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker early Monday morning. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Deeply saddened by the accident in Medinah involving Indian nationals. My thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones. I pray for the swift recovery of all t...

November 16, 2025 5:56 PM

PM Modi reviews progress of India’s bullet train project in Surat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reviewed the progress of India’s first high-speed bullet train project during his visit to Surat, Gujarat. He interacted with engineers and workers involved in the project and assessed adherence to speed and timeline targets. Project personnel informed the Prime Minister that the construction was progressing smoothly. During the interaction, an engineer from Kerala shared her experience of working at the Noise Barrier Factory in Navsari, where robotic ...

November 14, 2025 4:30 PM

PM Modi to review bullet train project in Surat, launch tribal development initiatives in Narmada on November 15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on November 15 to review progress on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor and launch a series of development projects in the tribal region of Narmada district. At around 10 AM, the Prime Minister will visit the under-construction Bullet Train Station in Surat to assess the status of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor (MAHSR). The 508-km corridor covers 352 km in Gujarat and Dadra & Nagar Haveli, and 156 km in Maharashtra. I...

November 16, 2025 10:23 AM

PM Modi pays tributes to Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, on his birth anniversary, observed nationwide as Children’s Day. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Tributes to former Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji on the occasion of his birth anniversary.” Fondly remembered as “Chacha Nehru,” his birthday was declared Children’s Day (Bal Diwas) by the Parliament after his death in 1964. Rahul Gandhi paid tribute t...

November 12, 2025 3:21 PM

PM Modi meets survivors of Delhi blast at LNJP Hospital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, upon his return from Bhutan on Wednesday, headed straight to the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan (LNJP) Hospital in New Delhi to meet the survivors of the deadly car blast that occurred near the Red Fort on November 10. The Prime Minister interacted with the injured, enquired about their health, and wished them a speedy recovery. He was also briefed by senior doctors and officials about the condition of the victims and the treatment being provided. In a post on X, P...