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13 Sep

PM Modi Inaugurates Mizoram’s First Railway Line, Unlocks New Era of Connectivity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAct East Policy, Bairabi–Sairang project, Mizoram railway, PM Modi

Aizawl, September 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Mizoram’s first-ever railway line, the Bairabi–Sairang project, calling it a landmark step in integrating the state with the national railway grid. Built at a cost of ₹8,070 crore, the line connects Aizawl to the rest of India by rail for the first time, ensuring safer, faster, and more affordable transport for the northeastern state.Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described the project as an engineering feat, accomplished under some of the most demanding Himalayan conditions. The 51-kilometre route required 45 tunnels and 45 bridges, including one higher than Delhi’s Qutub Minar. “The…

11 Sep

PM Modi Visits Uttarakhand, Announces Rs 1,200 Crore Relief Package for Flood and Landslide Victims

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaex-gratia, PM Awas Yojana, PM Modi, relief package, Uttarakhand floods

Dehradun, September 11, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Dehradun on Thursday to assess the damage caused by recent floods and landslides in Uttarakhand. He announced an immediate financial aid package of Rs 1,200 crore to support affected communities.The Prime Minister expressed his condolences to families who lost loved ones, announcing an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the deceased and Rs 50,000 for those injured. Children orphaned in the disasters will receive full support under the PM CARES for Children scheme.During his visit, PM Modi met with affected residents and lauded the efforts of NDRF, SDRF, and…

09 Sep

PM Modi Visits Punjab, Announces Rs 1,600 Crore Relief Package for Flood-Hit Areas

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPM Modi, Punjab flood relief, Rs 1600 crore aid, SDRF

Gurdaspur, September 9, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Punjab on Tuesday to review the damage caused by recent floods, cloudbursts, and heavy rains. He began the day with an aerial survey of affected areas and later held a detailed review meeting with officials and local representatives in Gurdaspur.During the meeting, PM Modi announced an additional financial aid of Rs 1,600 crore for the state, supplementing the Rs 12,000 crore already allocated for flood relief and rehabilitation. The package includes advance release of the second installment of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and support under the PM Kisan Samman…

08 Sep

Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Urges PM Modi to Announce Flood Relief Package for Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDhussi embankment, Gurdaspur flood relief, Kultar Singh Sandhwan, PM Modi, Punjab floods, Punjab visit

Gurdaspur, September 8 – Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan today visited flood-affected areas of Gurdaspur district, including Makoda Pattan and Jainpur. During his visit, he inspected the breached Dhussi embankment in Jainpur village, met flood-hit families, and reviewed ongoing government relief operations with officials. Aam Aadmi Party leader Shamsher Singh also accompanied him.Sandhwan said Punjab has been severely hit by floods, leaving many families struggling. He stressed that the state government is working with full strength to tackle the crisis and ensure relief and rehabilitation on a war footing. He assured that measures like strengthening the Dhussi embankment and…

04 Sep

PM Modi Announces GST 2.0 Reforms, Calls It a ‘Double Dhamaka’ Before Diwali and Chhath

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaGST 2.0, health insurance GST, India economy, PM Modi, tax reforms

New Delhi, September 4, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced the rollout of next-generation GST reforms, describing them as a historic step towards making India self-reliant and simplifying tax compliance for citizens. He called the move a “double dhamaka” of happiness ahead of Diwali and Chhath Puja.The Prime Minister confirmed that the new GST regime, which he referred to as GST 2.0, will take effect on September 22, coinciding with the first day of Navratri. “Without timely changes, we cannot give our country its rightful place in today’s global situation,” Modi said, recalling his Independence Day speech in…

31 Aug

Monsoon Havoc: PM Modi Praises Rescue Efforts, Urges Unity in 125th ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaFloods, Landslides, Mann Ki Baat, monsoon destruction, PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th episode of his monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ expressed deep grief over the large-scale devastation caused by relentless monsoon rains across India. Acknowledging the heavy toll of floods and landslides, he said the suffering of families and communities saddened every Indian.“This monsoon season has brought severe challenges,” Modi remarked. “Floodwaters have destroyed homes, farmlands, bridges, and roads, putting countless lives at risk. Our prayers are with the families who lost their loved ones.”The Prime Minister highlighted the swift response of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Forces…

30 Aug

PM Modi Concludes Japan Visit, Heads to China for SCO Summit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World Newsbilateral agreements, Chandrayaan-5, China visit, India-Japan relations, PM Modi, SCO summit

National Times Bureau, August 30, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for China on Saturday to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, following a successful two-day visit to Japan.During his Japan visit, India and Japan finalized 13 key agreements and declarations, launching several transformative initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, the Japanese people, and the government for their warm reception, calling the visit “productive and beneficial for both nations.”The two countries set an ambitious investment target of 10 trillion yen (approximately ₹60,000 crores) in India over…

24 Aug

PM Modi Refuses Special Exemption in New Bill on Ministers’ Disqualification: Kiren Rijiju

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAmit Shah, Constitution (130th Amendment), Disqualification Bill, Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation, Kiren Rijiju, PM Modi

New Delhi : Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi declined to exempt himself from the scope of the new bills proposing disqualification of ministers, chief ministers and even the prime minister if they face prolonged detention in serious criminal cases.Rijiju revealed that during Cabinet discussions, a recommendation was made to exclude the prime minister from the ambit of the proposed law. However, Modi rejected the idea, stating that he is also a citizen and should not enjoy special protection.“The recommendation was to keep the PM out of this bill, but he disagreed. PM Modi said…

17 Aug

Next-Gen GST Reforms to Deliver ‘Double Benefits’ to Citizens This Diwali, Says PM Modi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaDiwali 2025, GST reforms, India economy, PM Modi, tax simplification

New Delhi, August 17, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, expected before this Diwali, will bring “double benefits” for citizens across India.Speaking at the inauguration of two major National Highway projects worth nearly ₹11,000 crore in the national capital, PM Modi emphasised that reform is synonymous with the expansion of good governance. He said the government is focusing on reforms to make both life and business easier.“As part of this effort, a next-generation reform in GST is being planned. This Diwali, citizens will receive a double bonus through the GST…

17 Aug

PM Modi Inaugurates Rs 11,000 Crore National Highway Projects in Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi Infrastructure, Dwarka Expressway, NCR Connectivity, PM Modi, UER-II

New Delhi, August 17, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated two major National Highway projects in the national capital—the Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway and the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II).The Prime Minister received a warm welcome from citizens as his convoy reached the venue. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari were present at the event to extend greetings.The 10.1 km Delhi stretch of the Dwarka Expressway, built at a cost of Rs 5,360 crore, is designed to strengthen multi-modal connectivity with Yashobhoomi, the Delhi Metro’s Blue and…