Page 34 - Latest Updates on Narendra Modi
GST 'savings festival' begins tomorrow; PM pushes swadeshi, self-reliance
Urges citizens, state govts to embrace, promote 'swadeshi'
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PM claiming 'sole ownership' of GST reforms sought since 2017: Congress
The opposition party slammed the reforms as 'applying band-aid after inflicting deep wounds' and said the government should apologise to the public for its GST on essential items
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GST 2.0 is 'bachat utsav' for citizens, will boost India's growth: PM Modi
PM Modi said GST 2.0 will cut tax slabs to 5% and 18% from September 22, marking a 'bachat utsav' that simplifies business, reduces prices, and strengthens 'Made in India'
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BJP govt failed to shield India from arbitrary tariffs, visa fees: Akhilesh
Speaking to reporters at the party office in Lucknow, the Samajwadi Party chief slammed the Centre over the US hiking H1-B visa fee, which is expected to affect several Indians
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PM to visit Arunachal on Monday, unveil infra projects worth ₹5,000 cr
PM Modi will lay the foundation stones for the Tato-I and Heo hydropower projects, both of which will be developed on the Yarjep River
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the nation today at 5 pm
This comes a day before the rollout of the GST reforms announced by the Cabinet, though the subject of the Prime Minister's address is yet to be known
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PM Modi hails actor Mohanlal as symbol of excellence after top film honour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Mohanlal as a leading light of Malayalam cinema who epitomises excellence and versatility, as he congratulated him on winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
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H-1B visa fee hike: Rahul Gandhi says India has a weak PM, Cong slams govt
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said Indians are pained by the return gifts you (PM Modi) received after the birthday call
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Cong ignored India's potential: PM Modi slams licence raj, foreign reliance
During a public event in Gujarat's Bhavnagar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised Congress' policies for holding back India's growth, and urged a self-reliant India to secure the nation's future
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PM Modi holds roadshow in Bhavnagar, inaugurates ₹34,200 crore projects
As part of the maritime sector initiatives, PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth over Rs 7,870 crore, including the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal at Indira Dock
PM Narendra Modi to launch maritime initiative in Gujarat on Saturday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch shipping and shipbuilding projects worth over Rs 7,870 crore on Saturday, including port upgrades and ship repair facilities
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PM Modi set to inaugurate multiple development projects in Gujarat
At a function in Dwarka, the prime minister will inaugurate the 'Sudarshan Setu' connecting the Okha mainland and the Beyt Dwarka island built at a cost of around ₹980 crore
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Modi paid ₹12,000 for hemp slippers for priests, says Jai Ram Thakur
After sending the bills, an amount of ₹12,000 was transferred into the bank accounts of the SHGs from the prime minister's account, Thakur said, adding that he was moved by Modi's gesture
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LIVE news: Supreme Court rules out fresh AIFF polls, recognises election of current office bearers
Latest news updates LIVE: Catch all the latest news developments here
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Need full probe into 'Modani Scam': Congress on Sebi clean chit to Adani
Congress leader Jairam ramesh noted that the Supreme Court on March 2, 2023 had directed Sebi to "conclude the investigation within two months" following the Hindenburg Report
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Holding elections our topmost priority, Nepal PM tells Narendra Modi
Nepal's interim PM Sushila Karki told Prime Minister Modi that elections are her government's top priority as India reaffirmed support for peace, stability and democratic transition
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'Very close to Modi, but sanctioned India': Trump on 50 per cent tariffs
The Trump administration has imposed a 50 per cent tariff on India, including a 25 per cent punitive duty for purchasing Russian oil
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HSBC chiefs meet PM Modi, pledge long-term support for India's growth
HSBC Chairman Mark Tucker and CEO Georges Elhedery met Prime Minister Modi this week, reaffirming commitment to India's growth and support for key national programmes
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LIVE news updates: I respect all religions, says CJI BR Gavai after Khajuraho idol remarks row
Latest news updates LIVE: Catch all the latest news developments here
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Scientists urge PM Modi to lift stay on GM mustard before 2025 sowing
Senior agricultural scientists write to PM Modi urging coordinated action to lift the stay on GM mustard, stressing biosafety and global adoption ahead of sowing season
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