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Citing a World Bank report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said around 50 crore people had been lifted out of extreme poverty in India over the last 10 to 12 years, noting that the fight against poverty was limited to "slogans" in the past. Modi doubled down on the development agenda; underlined "transformation" in urban transport infrastructure over the past 12 years, and maintained that empowering the poor and delivering good governance were hallmarks of his government. After inaugurating Pune Metro Line 3 (Pink Line) via video conferencing, Modi said India's operational metro network, which covered 248 km before 2014, now covers 1,200 km, and stressed that better urban infrastructure would accelerate the country's economic growth. The 23-km-long Pink Line, built at a cost of over Rs 8,300 crore, will connect the Hinjewadi IT hub to the District Court Metro station. It is expected to improve daily commutes for thousands of IT professionals, ease traffic congestion, and .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attacked the Opposition, saying it had turned into "Avrodh Paksh" (obstructive force) rather than "Virodh Paksh" (opposing group), underscoring that the country needs to stay united. He was addressing a gathering at the Parade Ground in Gujarat's Ekta Nagar on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. "It is our misfortune that the Opposition has turned into Avrodh Paksh," Modi said. In a veiled reference to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips, Modi asked, "Who is secretly meeting whom in foreign countries? Forces opposed to India are extending their support to whom? Who is speaking the language of India's enemies?" He said the nation needs to stand united against such forces and alleged that the Opposition wants to divide the people of the country. "Social media is being used as a weapon, rumours are being spread, and India's image is being tarnished," he said. "I said
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the north corridor of the bullet train project, which is expected to transform the lives of many people. Vaishnaw emphasised that the concept of the construction work for the bullet train, from pillar to girder, will be made in India. "The construction is progressing rapidly. It will be fully 'Make in India', built by the youth and welders of India," he said. Speaking before flagging off the new Vande Bharat Sleeper Express services between Varanasi and New Delhi from here, Vaishnaw said, "The prime minister has approved the north corridor of the bullet train, which will change the lives of many. The vision for the bullet train shared by the prime minister will greatly benefit the youth, the middle-income group, and artisans in small-scale industries. People will remember Prime Minister Modi for the next 100 years for this initiative." He detailed the north corridor's route, which
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that he would serve the people of India till his last breath, an assertion coming days after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's remark, "Modi ka baap bhi jayega". He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating the Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre at Bhildi in Gujarat's Banaskantha district, launching and laying the foundation stone for development projects worth Rs 14,000 crore. "Jeevan ke antim kshan tak janta ki seva main hi juta rahunga (I will continue to serve the people until my last breath)," Modi said. In an apparent jab at the Opposition, he said there are some people who get happiness when the country faces difficulty. "They spread rumours after the Iran war that farmers would not get fertilisers, and people would not get LPG, as they wanted to defame Modi," the PM said. Modi said his government has always prioritised the welfare of farmers and empowered them. "Amid global uncertainties, fertiliser prices saw
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Liechtenstein's Prince Alois on Tuesday held wide-ranging talks focusing on boosting bilateral ties in areas of trade, technology and mobility of talents. Prince Alois, presently serving as the acting head of the tiny European nation, is on a four-day visit to India from Sunday. He is accompanied by his spouse Princess Sophie and a business delegation comprising several top industry leaders. Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Sibi George, said at a media briefing that Modi and Alois explored ways to enhance bilateral ties in areas of trade and investment, advanced manufacturing, technology, innovation, financial services, agriculture, space, education, and skills development. The two sides also discussed the possibility of having a double taxation avoidance agreement, he said. "There was a clear emphasis on advancing three Ts: trade, technology, and talent, for deepening bilateral cooperation and also cooperation with the EFTA ...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his "remarkable re-election victory" and said he is looking forward to working closely with him to further deepen and expand the multifaceted strategic partnership between the two countries. Lula was re-elected as President of Brazil on Sunday. "Heartiest congratulations to my dear friend, President Lula, on his remarkable re-election victory. I look forward to working closely with him to further deepen and expand the multifaceted India-Brazil Strategic Partnership," Modi said in a post on X. Together, the prime minister said, India and Brazil will continue to strengthen cooperation across diverse sectors, advance the shared priorities of the Global South and work towards a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable world. With 100 per cent of the vote counted, Brazil's electoral court announced that Lula had a lead of nearly 4.4 million votes -- 51.8 per cent of the total vote -- ov
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended the Indian Air Force's air show 'Wings over Ganges' at Namo Ghat in Varanasi and witnessed a display of aerial manoeuvres by the IAF's premier display teams. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accompanied Modi on the final day of the three-day air show held to commemorate the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force. According to Air Force officials, the show features fighter aircraft, including the Sukhoi-30 MKI, indigenous Tejas and LCH Prachand, along with helicopter displays. Three Kiran aircraft flew in a 'V' formation, creating a spectacle in the colours of the national flag, while Mi-17 helicopters carrying the tricolour participated in the Omkar formation. The Surya Kiran aerobatic team showcased precision flying and coordinated manoeuvres, while the Sarang helicopter display team enthralled spectators with its aerial stunts. Modi's presence at the event .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will go to Uttar Pradesh and Odisha on Sunday during which he will witness the Air Force Day aerial display in Varanasi and inaugurate an RBI data centre and cyber security training institute in Bhubaneswar. In Varanasi, the prime minister will also inaugurate Arvind Limited's new garment manufacturing facility which marks an important step towards strengthening India's textile and apparel manufacturing ecosystem and promoting industrial growth in the region, an official statement said. Focusing on modern manufacturing practices, the facility will create meaningful employment opportunities, particularly for women, and contribute to the region's economic progress, it said. The inauguration also highlights Uttar Pradesh's growing role as a destination for industrial investment and manufacturing-led growth, it added. With a global customer base, it is a testament to how products manufactured in Varanasi will reach across the world, the statement said. Bei
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have directed their governments to further expand bilateral cooperation, as India and Russia aim to increase bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2030, Ambassador Vinay Kumar has said. In an interview with Russian news agency TASS published on Saturday, Indian envoy Kumar said the two leaders discussed the full range of bilateral relations on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13. "One of the concrete results of the cooperation was the joint participation of the leaders of our countries in the BRICS business summit, as well as a visit to the Innoprom-India exhibition - the first Russian industrial exhibition held in New Delhi," the Indian envoy told TASS. He said the leaders had directed relevant ministries and agencies to further develop cooperation, including in trade and commerce. Kumar said India and Russia continued to work towards increasing bilateral trade to USD 100 billion and ..