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24 Aug

PM Modi-Trump Meeting: India Asked for ‘No Questions’, Trump Later Opened the Floor to Media, Says Sergio Gor

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A behind-the-scenes detail from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump in France has come to light, with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor claiming that the Indian side had requested a media interaction without questions. Gor made the revelation while speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum in New Delhi. According to his account, the request was discussed with Trump shortly before his meeting with Modi in Évian-les-Bains, France, on June 17, during the G7 summit. The episode, as described by the US envoy, took an unexpected turn once the two…

27 Jul

From Addressing Nation Via TV to Making Instagram Reels, Jantar Mantar Shifted Govt’s Mindset From Tradition to Modern

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The student-led movement over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak has emerged as more than just a campaign for examination reforms. Beyond the policy changes and political developments it triggered, the protest appears to have influenced the way the Union government is communicating with India's youngest generation. The agitation at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, driven largely by Gen Z students, culminated in a series of significant decisions, including the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the announcement of tougher anti-paper leak measures, and the formation of a high-level committee to recommend reforms in the country's examination system.…

25 May

Trump Calls PM Modi a “Great Friend”, Says India Can Fully Trust the US

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Rajeev Sharma :- Former US President Donald Trump once again praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as a “great friend” and asserting that India can place “100 per cent trust” in the United States, remarks that come amid growing discussions over stronger India-US strategic and trade ties. Trump made the comments during a virtual address delivered at a special event organised at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi to mark the 250th Independence celebrations of the United States. Speaking through a phone interaction facilitated by US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Trump expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Modi. “I love…

20 May

Norwegian journalist claims Insta, Facebook account suspended amid PM Modi presser row: ‘Small price to pay’

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Rajeev Sharma :- Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng said her Instagram and Facebook accounts were suspended after she faced heavy online criticism for trying to question Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a media event in Norway. In a post on X, Lyng said she could not access her Instagram account for several hours before it was suspended. She said this was “a small price to pay for press freedom” and shared a screenshot of the suspension message. Later, she said both her Instagram and Facebook accounts had been suspended, making it difficult for her to reply to people contacting her through…

15 May

Key Meeting of Modi Council of Ministers Likely on May 21; Buzz Around Cabinet Reshuffle Intensifies

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Rajeev Sharma :- A crucial meeting of the Union Council of Ministers is likely to be held on May 21 under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. All Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State with independent charge and other Ministers of State are expected to attend the meeting, sources said. The meeting is likely to focus on reviewing the performance of various ministries and departments, besides assessing the progress of major government schemes and welfare programmes being implemented across the country. Cabinet Expansion May Take Place in June Political circles in the national capital are also abuzz with speculation over…

13 May

PM Modi Orders 50% Reduction in Official Convoy to Promote Austerity

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Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated a major austerity measure by directing a significant reduction in the size of his official convoy, aiming to encourage fiscal discipline and curb unnecessary government expenditure. The move is being seen as a symbolic as well as practical step towards promoting restraint within the administrative machinery. According to sources, the Prime Minister has instructed the Special Protection Group (SPG) to cut the number of vehicles in his convoy by nearly half. At the same time, he has also expressed a preference for increasing the use of electric vehicles in the convoy.…

28 Mar

PM Modi inaugurates Noida’s Jewar airport: From fog-ready runway to 10-minute check-in, know key features

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Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the first phase of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh with CM Yogi Addityanath in attendance. the Prime Minister said the airport would transform connectivity and economic prospects across western Uttar Pradesh. “Because of this, Noida International Airport, Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Etawah, Bulandshahr, Faridabad and this entire region are going to benefit greatly,” PM Modi said. “This airport is going to bring many new opportunities for the farmers, small and medium sized businesses and the youth of West UP. From here, aircraft will fly around the…

21 Mar

PM Modi Urges Restraint in Call with President Pezeshkian Amid West Asia Infrastructure Attacks

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant telephonic conversation with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, March 21, 2026, marking India’s latest high-level diplomatic effort to de-escalate the intensifying conflict in West Asia. During the call, the Prime Minister condemned recent attacks on critical energy and logistics infrastructure, warning that such actions pose a grave threat to regional stability and the fluid operation of global supply chains. The dialogue occurred against a backdrop of heightened volatility, with maritime security in strategic corridors like the Strait of Hormuz becoming a primary concern for international trade. Prime…

03 Mar

PM Modi Holds Crisis Talks with Gulf Leaders as West Asia Conflict Escalates

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in high-level telephonic diplomacy on Tuesday, speaking with Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman and Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. The conversations focused on the deteriorating security situation in West Asia following a massive coordinated offensive by the United States and Israel against Iran. The Prime Minister expressed grave concern over recent attacks affecting Oman and Kuwait, which have seen retaliatory drone and missile strikes from Iran. This regional volatility follows the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during the U.S.-Israeli strikes. In response,…

26 Feb

India stands with Israel with full conviction: PM Modi address Israel’s Knesset, condemns terrorism

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New Delhi, Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister on Wednesday reaffirmed India's unwavering support for Israel, underscoring the depth of bilateral ties, a shared zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, and expanding cooperation in trade, defence and technology. During his official visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Knesset and said that the partnership between India and Israel is historic, important, and very strong, especially during uncertain global times. He also stressed the need for lasting peace and stability in West Asia. ???? PM Modi expressed sympathy for the victims of the October 7 attacks, when Hamas attacked Israeli civilians, killing more than…