Page 8 - Latest Updates on Narendra Modi
Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill
"But unfortunately, this noble effort got derailed. DMK, Congress and their allies made it a target of hatred and petty politics," PM Modi charged
 "Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill")
At Cabinet meet, PM Modi asks ministers to expose Oppn's anti-women stance
At a Cabinet meeting, the prime minister reaffirmed his government's support and commitment to get the women's reservation implemented in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections
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PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota Bill defeat
Modi is expected to delve into the issue of implementation of women's quota and the happenings in Parliament, where opposition parties on Friday voted against the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill
Nefarious attempt to link delimitation to quota decisively defeated: Cong
The opposition party said the defeat also calls into question the legitimacy of "the non-biological, non-grihasthi PM"
 "Nefarious attempt to link delimitation to quota decisively defeated: Cong")
'Time to give half of population its rights': PM Modi on women's quota bill
Hours before the voting on the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, PM Modi said it is now time that half the country's population gets its rights
 "'Time to give half of population its rights': PM Modi on women's quota bill")
'Had a very good conversation': Trump on phone call with 'friend' PM Modi
Trump had called Modi on Tuesday to discuss the bilateral relationship and share perspectives on the situation in West Asia
 "'Had a very good conversation': Trump on phone call with 'friend' PM Modi")
No discrimination against any state under women quota Bills, says PM
PM Modi and HM Shah defend women's quota amendments in Lok Sabha, reject Opposition claims of bias against southern states and warn against blocking the legislation
 "No discrimination against any state under women quota Bills, says PM")
Modi, Macron discuss West Asia, stress navigation freedom in Hormuz
On March 5, Modi and Macron had spoken over the phone, and discussed their "shared concerns" over the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy
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PM allays delimitation fears, says 'no injustice' will be done to any state
As Parliament debates women's reservation, PM Modi says those opposing the bill will pay a long-term price, urging all parties to support greater role for women in policymaking
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South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam
PM Modi and South Korea's Lee Jae Myung are due to hold a summit on April 20, with talks expected to cover cooperation in areas such as shipbuilding, artificial intelligence and defence
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Conflict cannot resolve global tensions: PM Modi on West Asia, Ukraine
Modi emphasised need for reform of global institutions, stating that it is essential to effectively address growing int'l challenges and reiterated that eliminating terrorism remains global commitment
 "Conflict cannot resolve global tensions: PM Modi on West Asia, Ukraine")
BJP president Nitin Nabin, 15 others take oath as Rajya Sabha MPs
Of the 16 MPs, eight are from the BJP and three from its allies; the other five MPs belong to Congress
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PM Modi to address Lok Sabha at 3 pm today as key Bills introduced
The opposition has raised concerns over the proposed changes, particularly the plan to redraw constituencies and increase the number of Lok Sabha seats from the current 543 to a maximum of 850
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PM Modi meets Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker to boost bilateral ties
Earlier, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday met with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, who is on his first official visit to India
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Historic step for women empowerment: PM Modi ahead of Parliament session
The Centre has called a special sitting of Parliament from April 16 to 18
India eyes more LNG, LPG imports from US; both sides explore SMR ties
Modi and Trump spoke for 40 minutes on Tuesday, with American Ambassador to India Sergio Gor later indicating that the two sides are poised to conclude several "big-ticket" deals soon
 "India eyes more LNG, LPG imports from US; both sides explore SMR ties")
PM Modi urges people to take 9 pledges on health, saving water, others
Modi said his first request is about water conservation and better water management, followed by appeals for tree plantation under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign
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PM Modi, Trump discuss Hormuz as hopes rise for fresh US-Iran talks
US envoy Sergio Gor teases 'big-ticket' deals, including on energy
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Delhi-Dehradun expressway to spur tourism boom in Uttarakhand: PM Modi
Modi said that the expressway is set to significantly reduce travel time and costs for commuters, leading to substantial fuel savings and lower freight charges
Modi, Trump hold 40-min call, discuss Hormuz blockade, energy deals
This marked the first interaction between the two leaders since the initial round of peace talks in Islamabad failed without an agreement after nearly 21 hours of negotiations
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