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PM Modi Becomes India’s Second-Longest Serving Prime Minister, Surpasses Indira Gandhi

PM Modi Becomes India’s Second-Longest Serving Prime Minister, Surpasses Indira Gandhi

New Delhi, July 25, 2025: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Maldives for a two-day state visit, his tenure at home crossed a historic milestone. With 4,078 uninterrupted days in office, Modi has officially become India’s second-longest serving Prime Minister, surpassing Indira Gandhi, who held the position for 4,077 days between 1966 and 1977. Jawaharlal Nehru remains the longest-serving Prime Minister with over 6,000 days in office.The BJP celebrated this achievement on Friday, calling it a testament to Modi’s enduring public mandate and political stature. Party leaders noted that this record comes as part of a larger legacy:…
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Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

New Delhi, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Parliament is preparing for a 16-hour-long debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha next week on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. This follows mounting pressure from the Opposition, which has demanded a clear response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter.The Lok Sabha is scheduled to begin the discussion on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29, provided that the sessions proceed without disruptions. The decision comes after meetings of the Business Advisory Committees (BAC) of both Houses, where the government agreed to…
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PM Modi Departs on Five-Nation Tour to Strengthen Global South Ties and Multilateral Cooperation

PM Modi Departs on Five-Nation Tour to Strengthen Global South Ties and Multilateral Cooperation

New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a significant five-nation diplomatic tour from July 2 to July 9, covering Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The visit underscores India’s commitment to deepening ties across the Global South and enhancing cooperation in multilateral forums like BRICS, the African Union, ECOWAS, and CARICOM. In a departure statement, PM Modi said, “I am confident that my visits to the five countries will reinforce our bonds of friendship across the Global South, strengthen our partnerships on both sides of the Atlantic, and deepen engagements in multilateral platforms.” Ghana…
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PM Modi Hails Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s ISS Mission as Milestone for India’s Space Aspirations

PM Modi Hails Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s ISS Mission as Milestone for India’s Space Aspirations

New Delhi, June 28, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke via video link with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is currently orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, calling his journey a historic step toward India’s future in human space exploration.In a conversation brimming with national pride, chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” echoed on the ISS as Modi praised the Lucknow-born astronaut’s achievement. “You are farthest from India, but closest to the hearts of all Indians,” the Prime Minister told Shukla, emphasizing that his space mission would add momentum…
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PM Modi Interacts With IAF’s Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Aboard ISS in Historic First for India

PM Modi Interacts With IAF’s Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Aboard ISS in Historic First for India

New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made history by holding a live video interaction with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian Air Force officer and Indian national to be stationed aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Group Captain Shukla, part of the Axiom-4 mission, became the first Indian to ever step onto the ISS, a moment hailed by PM Modi as “a proud chapter in India’s space journey.” During their interaction, PM Modi lauded the officer’s courage and achievements, saying, “Group Captain Shukla, you have taken the tricolor into a new orbit — literally. Your…
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PM Modi Gifts Brass Bodhi Tree to Canadian PM Mark Carney During G7 Visit

PM Modi Gifts Brass Bodhi Tree to Canadian PM Mark Carney During G7 Visit

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a gesture rich with cultural symbolism and spiritual significance, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney with a handcrafted Brass Bodhi Tree sculpture during his official visit to Canada for the G7 Summit. The elegant sculpture, crafted by artisans from Bihar, represents the sacred Bodhi tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya. The intricately designed brass artwork features delicately shaped leaves and branches, capturing both the natural beauty and profound meaning of the tree in Buddhist tradition. In Buddhism, the Bodhi tree is a revered symbol of wisdom, inner…
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Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi

Kananaskis,(Rajeev Sharma): Today, Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta.Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed the significance of Canada-India relations, founded upon mutual respect, the rule of law, and a commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity. The leaders agreed to appoint new high commissioners, aiming to restore regular services for citizens and businesses in both countries. They discussed the strong historical ties between the two nations, partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, and notable commercial links between Canada and India – including partnerships in economic growth, supply…
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PM Narendra Modi Arrived in Calgary to Attend G7 Summit; Receives Warm Welcome from Indian Community

PM Narendra Modi Arrived in Calgary to Attend G7 Summit; Receives Warm Welcome from Indian Community

Calgary/ Kananaskis ( Rajeev Sharma) : Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, arrived in Calgary on Monday evening to participate in the G7 Summit. His arrival was met with an enthusiastic welcome from the Indian community, who gathered in large numbers at Calgary International Airport, as well as across Northeast Calgary and downtown, waving Indian flags and holding banners that read “Welcome Modi Jee.”In a statement shortly after landing, PM Modi said, “Landed in Calgary, Canada, to take part in the G7 Summit. I will be meeting various leaders at the Summit and sharing my thoughts on important global issues.…
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PM Modi Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

PM Modi Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, with the Israel-Iran conflict casting a long shadow over the high-level diplomatic gathering. The visit marks the second leg of his ongoing three-nation tour, which began in Cyprus and will conclude in Croatia. Prior to his arrival in Canada, PM Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Describing the visit as “memorable,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the Prime Minister was deeply appreciative of the hospitality extended by Cyprus, and thanked President…
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PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation Tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia

PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation Tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia

New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark today on a significant three-nation visit to the Republic of Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia, aimed at deepening diplomatic, economic, and strategic partnerships, while also reinforcing India's global stance against terrorism. In a statement ahead of his departure, PM Modi outlined the key objectives of the visit, which will span from June 15 to June 18. The trip will begin with a two-day official visit to Cyprus at the invitation of President Nikos Christodoulides. “Cyprus is a close friend and an important partner in the Mediterranean region and the…
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