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Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi

About Narendra Modi

Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of India. He represents Varanasi constituency in the Lok Sabha. He is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He assumed office as Prime Minister for his third term on June 9, 2024 after securing a decisive mandate in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
 
PM Modi also holds charge of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, the Department of Atomic Energy, the Department of Space, all important policy issues, and all other portfolios not allocated to any other minister.
 
Early life
Born in Gujarat's Vadnagar in 1950, Modi is said to have
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PM Modi will lose 2029 Lok Sabha polls, says CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke

Referring to the BJP's assertion that Modi would remain in power, Dipke said, "Be prepared for 2029. He will definitely go"

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 8:36 PM IST

PM Modi extends Diwali wishes, says will celebrate festival with soldiers

In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:28 PM IST

'Great damage' done to India's democracy under Modi govt: Sonia Gandhi

Ahead of her book launch, the Congress leader said restoring the country's systems would take time and effort from political parties, even after the Modi government leaves office

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Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

PM Modi hails para-athletes after India's best-ever Para Asiad show

India recorded its best-ever Asian Para Games performance in Japan, with 97 athletes winning 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze.

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Updated On : 05 Nov 2026 | 6:25 PM IST

Govt clears ₹4K cr VISTAR scheme to revamp India's statistical system

The five-year VISTAR scheme will fund 59 surveys, the 8th Economic Census and AI-driven statistical reforms, while strengthening state-level data systems and GDP estimates.

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Updated On : 04 Nov 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

Extreme poverty down, urban transport infra expanded in 12 years: PM Modi

Inaugurating Pune Metro Line 3, the Prime Minister highlights India's expanding metro network and transformation in urban transport infrastructure over the past 12 years

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Updated On : 03 Nov 2026 | 6:39 PM IST

RE sector may create ₹20 trn investment opportunities by 2030: PM Modi

Speaking at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit, PM Modi said the sector had attracted over ₹15 trillion in investments in the past decade, underscoring India's clean energy push

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Updated On : 02 Nov 2026 | 10:56 PM IST

PM Modi to launch Pune Metro projects worth ₹21,800 crore on Tuesday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Pune Metro's 23-km Pink Line and lay the foundation stone for Phase II corridors, with total project costs of around ₹21,800 crore

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Updated On : 02 Nov 2026 | 7:33 PM IST

India's economic growth is high despite ongoing West Asia crisis: PM Modi

Addressing the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit, Modi said India was among the world's top three countries in the solar and renewable energy sector

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Updated On : 02 Nov 2026 | 6:37 PM IST

Statsguru: Data centre firms yet to take off despite rising mkt presence

India's data centre ecosystem has expanded over the years, but its share of global funding remains low, while profitability margins and revenue per employee growth continue to face pressure

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Updated On : 01 Nov 2026 | 10:36 PM IST

PM Modi slams Oppn, says India must unite against forces dividing nation

He said the nation needs to stand united against such forces and alleged that the Opposition wants to divide the people of the country

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Updated On : 31 Oct 2026 | 10:36 PM IST

Delhi to Agra in 59 minutes: PM Modi approves north bullet train corridor

Vaishnaw emphasised that the concept of the construction work for the bullet train, from pillar to girder, will be made in India

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Updated On : 31 Oct 2026 | 6:34 PM IST

PM Modi launches development projects worth ₹14,000 crore in Gujarat

Addressing a gathering, PM Modi also hit back at the Opposition, accusing it of spreading rumours over fertiliser and LPG shortages during the Iran war

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Updated On : 30 Oct 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

PM-Kisan 24th instalment: PM Modi to release ₹18,680 crore on October 30

Under the PM-KISAN scheme, PM Narendra Modi will release over ₹18,680 crore to more than 9.34 crore farmer families. Beneficiaries can check their e-KYC and bank details afterwards

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Updated On : 29 Oct 2026 | 2:31 PM IST

India no longer catching up but creating new technologies: PM Modi

The Prime Minister calls for bold innovation as India steps up investment in emerging technologies and scientific research

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Updated On : 28 Oct 2026 | 1:15 AM IST

PM Modi, Liechtenstein's Prince Alois hold talks focusing on trade, tech

India and Liechtenstein seek to deepen cooperation in trade, technology and talent, with talks covering investment, advanced manufacturing, financial services and a possible double taxation agreement

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Updated On : 27 Oct 2026 | 11:19 PM IST

PM Modi congratulates Lula on his re-election as Brazil President

Lula was re-elected as President of Brazil on Sunday

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Updated On : 26 Oct 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

Future war could target economy: PM for stronger banking cybersecurity

The Prime Minister inaugurates the RBI's Rs 169 crore data centre and cybersecurity training institute in Bhubaneswar, stressing the need to safeguard India's banking system

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Updated On : 25 Oct 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

PM inaugurates RBI's ₹169-cr data centre, cybersecurity institute in Odisha

The 18.55-acre facility in Jatni will support mission-critical payment systems, strengthen digital financial services and boost cybersecurity training

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Updated On : 25 Oct 2026 | 6:01 PM IST

Sukhoi, Tejas, Prachand headline IAF's grand air show in Varanasi

According to Air Force officials, the show features fighter aircraft, including the Sukhoi-30 MKI, indigenous Tejas and LCH Prachand, along with helicopter displays

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Updated On : 25 Oct 2026 | 2:29 PM IST