Narendra Modi
Narendra Damodardas Modi is the 15th Prime Minister of India and assumed office in May 2014. Modi was sworn-in as India’s Prime Minister for the third time on 9th June 2024, following another decisive victory in the 2024 Parliamentary elections. Modi has previously served as the Prime Minister from 2014 to 2019, and from 2019 to 2024.
Modi also served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014. He has been an active member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in the past. Since coming to power, Modi has single-handedly made BJP the most powerful party in the country with power in most of the state.
Narendra Modi is one of the most followed names on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Modi's rise in the BJP has been phenomenal. Ensuring three consecutive election victories for the party in Gujarat, Modi launched himself on to the national stage. Despite stiff opposition from party patriarch LK Advani, Modi was declared the prime ministerial candidate for Lok Sabha elections in 2014.
A significant aspect of Modi's tenure has been his focus on foreign policy and international relations. He has actively engaged with world leaders, promoting India's interests on the global stage. Modi has sought to strengthen bilateral ties, forge strategic partnerships, and enhance India's standing as a global power. Notable initiatives include the establishment of the International Solar Alliance and increased cooperation with African nations.
Narendra Modi has effectively utilized social media platforms to directly communicate with the citizens of India, bypassing traditional media channels. Through his monthly radio program "Mann Ki Baat", Modi addresses a wide range of issues and shares his thoughts with the nation. This direct communication approach has helped him maintain a strong connection with the people and project a relatable image.
NARENDRA MODI NEWS
Goa makes 'Mann ki Baat' mandatory for govt dept heads, says they should ‘actively’ tune into it
January 10, 2025 3:57 pm
The circular said ‘Mann ki Baat’ is a programme conceptualised to facilitate exchange of thoughts and ideas of the citizens on issues of daily governance.
Genome data of 10k Indians available for research, PM says milestone
January 10, 2025 3:57 am
Launching the mammoth dataset — 8 petabytes of data stored at the Indian Biological Data Centre — Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday hailed the “milestone” in biotechnology research.
'I am human being, not god...must've made mistakes': PM Modi is the next guest on Nikhil Kamath's podcast
January 10, 2025 5:36 am
When asked for advice for aspiring politicians, Modi emphasised, “People should come with a mission, not ambition.”
Nikhil Kamath teases new podcast episode with mysterious guest, viewers speculate it's PM Narendra Modi
January 09, 2025 10:50 am
The video shared by Kamath on his social media accounts is without a caption and doesn’t reveal the guest’s identity.
‘Longstanding demand fulfiled’: PM Modi lays foundation for South Coast Railway zone
January 09, 2025 2:11 am
The headquarters will be built at a cost of Rs 149 crore.
Flanked by Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, PM Modi takes out roadshow in Visakhapatnam, launches projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore
January 08, 2025 6:47 pm
This is Narendra Modi’s first visit to Andhra Pradesh after he became Prime Minister for a third consecutive term in June, last year.
Ready to open 'Sheesh Mahal’ to public, says AAP, challenges BJP to open 'Rajmahal'
January 08, 2025 6:15 am
The BJP has described the Civil Lines bungalow, the chief minister's official residence, as 'Sheesh Mahal', having "extravagant luxuries" such as mini-bars, golden toilets and swimming pools.
Modi, European Council chief discuss possibility of holding summit in India
January 08, 2025 5:31 am
They underlined the need for conclusion of a beneficial India-EU FTA and looked forward to the next India-EU Summit to be held in India at a mutually convenient time, it said.
‘Scaled new heights’: Modi on India-US ties after meeting US National Security Advisor
January 06, 2025 10:39 pm
The meeting builds on a series of high-level engagements between the two nations.
'Excited to build on our commitment to making India AI-first': Satya Nadella meets PM Modi
January 06, 2025 9:23 pm
"Glad to know about Microsoft's ambitious expansion and investment plans in India. It was also wonderful discussing various aspects of tech, innovation and AI in our meeting," Narendra Modi said.
NARENDRA MODI PHOTOS
Day 1 of PM Modi's US visit in photos: Quad summit, bilateral talks with world leaders, stolen relics
September 22, 2024 12:03 pm
Modi arrived at the Philadephia airport on September 21, and attended meetings with Joe Biden, his Japanese and Australian counterparts.
In Photos: PM Modi arrives in Brunei, set to boost bilateral relations
September 04, 2024 1:58 am
Wayanad Landslide: 93 dead, Coast Guard dispatches equipment and dog teams for rescue ops
July 30, 2024 10:05 pm
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said 93 people have died and around 128 were injured in the massive landslides in the northern Wayanad district, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair.
From oath-taking ceremony to candid moments: How the 1st day of 18th Lok Sabha looked
June 24, 2024 11:35 pm
The opposition has vowed to protect the Constitution and not allow any attack on it by the Modi government.
PM Modi at G7 summit
June 14, 2024 8:52 pm
PM Modi attends the summit for the fifth time in a row. On reaching Italy, the Prime Minister said he was “looking forward to engaging in productive discussions with world leaders”.
Modi sworn in as PM for 3rd consecutive term; 5 allies get one Cabinet berth each
June 09, 2024 11:09 pm
The 72-member Union Council of Ministers which was administered the oath of office by President Droupadi Murmu included 30 Cabinet Ministers and 5 Ministers of State (independent charge).
In Photos | Media baron Ramoji Rao passes away at 87
June 08, 2024 4:05 pm
Media baron Cherukuri Ramoji Rao breathed his last at a hospital in Hyderabad where he was undergoing treatment, according to ETV Telangana, one of the Ramoji Group channels.
PM Narendra Modi at the victory celebrations in New Delhi
June 04, 2024 11:34 pm
With NDA rising victorious in the Lok Sabha elections, PM Modi addresses the crowd and congratulates all the candidates and NDA workers for the win.
Modi, Rahul, Priyanka, Fadnavis raise poll heat ahead of final 2 phases of elections
May 24, 2024 6:06 pm
With Model Code of Conduct in place, the campaign for the 58 seats going to the polls Saturday ended on Thursday evening.
Women’s reservation Bill gets Parliament nod: How the events unfolded
September 22, 2023 3:04 pm
Addressing women at the BJP central office on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the passage of the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeking to reserve 33% of seats in Lok Sabha and state Assemblies for women.
NARENDRA MODI VIDEOS
G7 Summit 2024: PM Modi to Attend G7 Summit In Italy, Focus on Global Challenges
June 13, 2024 2:10 pm
G7 Summit 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 50th G7 leaders’ summit in Italy, marking his first trip abroad after securing his third term. The summit, taking place in Borgo Egnazia, Apulia, from June 13 to 15, will address pressing global issues such as the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, artificial intelligence, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Rahul Gandhi takes jibe at PM Modi, 'Our PM Says He Is Not Biological Like Us!'
May 24, 2024 1:12 pm
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Rahul Gandhi mentioned that Narendra Modi keeps distracting people with nonsensical comments whenever he is asked about his government's shortcomings.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa remembers Gandhi & Mandela
June 22, 2020 6:04 pm
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, the chief guest of this year's Republic Day celebrations, recalls the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.
Want to give Modi a hug when he abuses me: Rahul
June 22, 2020 6:04 pm
"When PM Modi abuses me, I feel like giving him a hug," says Rahul Gandhi speaking at The Odisha Dialogue.
Narendra Modi in Tamil Nadu: Calls the Opposition Parties 'Confused Lot'
June 22, 2020 6:05 pm
While interacting with booth level workers in Tamil Nadu, PM Narendra Modi attacked the Opposition, calling them a confused lot as they make opportunist alliances with parties.
Why the election in Chhattisgarh was not neck-and-neck | DECISION 2018
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
For at least the last two elections, in Chhattisgarh it was a tight race between Congress and BJP. What changed this time around? Dipankar Ghose decodes the result.
BJP's silence is louder than Congress' celebration. The wait for Modi-Shah's concession speech is still on
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
The big difference between Congress and the BJP after an election result was at display on Tuesday. While after almost every election defeat Rahul Gandhi addressed the media and answered questions about the result, the BJP headquarters fell silent.
What Rahul did right: It was not the promise of better governance
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
Congress President Rahul Gandhi is rightly being credited for the grand old party's victory in three crucial states in the Hindi heartland. But what did he do right? It was not the promise of better governance. Manoj CG explains what really worked.
BJP's star campaigner Yogi Adityanath’s emotive appeals turn a damp squib | DECISION 2018
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
Yogi Adityanath, the man in a saffron robe, has emerged as one of the star campaigners for the BJP in the last few elections. But his speeches in this election making a strong Hindutva pitch failed to get any results.
Campaign heat: The allegations, the promises and more. Who said what on the campaign trail
June 22, 2020 6:08 pm
In the five states where elections were held, here's what national leaders of the BJP and Congress promised to the people.
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