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11 May

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Embark on Strategic Five-Nation Outreach Across Gulf and Europe

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to begin a high-stakes five-nation tour spanning the Gulf and Europe from May 15 to 20, 2026. This trip is viewed as a pivotal effort to strengthen India’s strategic, economic, and technological ties during a period of significant global transition. The visit will cover the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, reflecting New Delhi's proactive stance in expanding its trade and technology influence across Europe while reinforcing vital energy and diaspora connections in West Asia. Government officials have indicated that the agenda will focus heavily on trade,…

26 Apr

PM Narendra Modi Urges Public Participation in Census 2027, Highlights Buddha’s Message in Mann Ki Baat

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for widespread public involvement in the upcoming Census 2027, describing it as a collective national responsibility during the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat. Emphasising the importance of accurate data collection, Modi said citizens would play a key role in ensuring the success of the exercise. He assured that personal information gathered during the census would remain secure and confidential. The process, he explained, will involve digital tools, with enumerators visiting households using mobile applications. Additionally, people will have the option to submit their details online ahead of these…

24 Apr

PM Narendra Modi’s Hooghly Visit Blends Spiritual Outreach with Poll Campaign in Bengal

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Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): Continuing his outreach in West Bengal ahead of the next phase of elections, Narendra Modi began his day with a river journey on the Hooghly River, where he offered prayers to the Ganga and interacted with people connected to the river. The early morning visit saw the Prime Minister spending time with local boatmen, listening to their experiences and acknowledging their role in sustaining river-based livelihoods. He also greeted residents along the ghats, engaging briefly with those present during the morning hours. Reflecting on the visit, Modi described the Ganga as a symbol deeply embedded in the…

18 Apr

Central Government approves 2 percent DA hike effective from Januar

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, officially approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This long-awaited decision, effective retrospectively from January 1, 2026, raises the allowance from the existing 58 percent to 60 percent of the basic pay or pension. The move is designed to provide a much-needed financial cushion against inflationary pressures and the rising cost of living, which have been significant concerns for the workforce in recent months. The revision is expected to benefit…

14 Apr

PM Modi and President Trump discuss West Asia crisis and Strait of Hormuz security

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsDonald Trump, Energy Security, Narendra Modi, Strait of Hormuz, West Asia Conflict

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a high-stakes 40-minute telephonic conversation on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to address the escalating geopolitical crisis in West Asia. The primary focus of the dialogue was the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint that has recently been subjected to blockades. Both leaders underscored the critical importance of ensuring the strait remains open and secure to prevent a collapse of global energy supply chains. The conversation is particularly significant for India, which relies on the Gulf region for nearly 60 per cent of…

13 Mar

PM Modi Releases ₹18,650 Crore PM-Kisan 22nd Instalment from Guwahati

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Guwahati (Gurpreet Singh) — Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 22nd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme on Friday, March 13, 2026. During a high-profile event in Guwahati, the Prime Minister utilized Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to distribute approximately ₹18,650 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 9.32 crore eligible farmers across the country. The release of the instalment, which took place at 5:00 PM, marks a continued commitment to providing income support to landholding farmer families. Under the PM-Kisan scheme, eligible farmers receive a financial benefit of ₹6,000 per year, disbursed in three equal…

10 Mar

Centre Reviews LPG Supply Strategy as West Asia Conflict Disrupts Key Energy Route

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union government has stepped up efforts to manage cooking gas supplies after tensions in West Asia disrupted shipments passing through a crucial maritime corridor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a high-level meeting with Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to assess the situation and discuss contingency measures. The review comes amid rising concerns over a potential shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) following escalating hostilities involving Iran, Israel and the United States. The conflict has affected maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for…

06 Mar

Israel Did Not Brief PM Modi on Tehran Strikes Despite Recent State Visit, Says Foreign Minister

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar confirmed on Friday, March 6, 2026, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not briefed in advance regarding Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Tehran, despite having concluded a high-profile two-day state visit to Israel just days before the operation began. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in the Indian capital, Saar clarified that the timing of the decision made prior consultation impossible. "We have great relations with Prime Minister Modi and with India, and we have deepened our ties," Saar stated during an interactive session at the conference. However, he explained that the final…

02 Mar

India and Canada Sign Terms of Reference for Ambitious Trade Pact; Target $50 Billion Bilateral Trade by 2030

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New Delhi/Ottawa (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma)— In a move designed to reset and revolutionize economic ties, India and Canada officially launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Monday, March 2, 2026. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for the landmark agreement were signed by Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu at Hyderabad House. The exchange took place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking a significant milestone in the first official visit by the Canadian leader to the Indian capital. During the high-profile ceremony, Prime…

25 Feb

Modi Addresses Knesset, Condemns Terrorism and Receives Top Parliamentary Honour Amid Political Walkout

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Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): In a speech marked by repeated applause and symbolic gestures, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the Israeli Parliament, asserting that “no cause can justify the murder of civilians” and reiterating India’s uncompromising stand against terrorism.Opening his address with “Shalom! Namaste!”, Modi told members of the Knesset that it was a privilege to stand as “the Prime Minister of India and as a representative of one ancient civilisation addressing another.” He conveyed greetings from 1.4 billion Indians and described India-Israel ties as deeply rooted in history, strengthened by democratic values and elevated into a strategic partnership…