Narendra Modi

Ten years after demonetisation, puzzles persist between cash and clicks

A decade after demonetisation, digital payments have surged, but cash has returned to circulation, highlighting India's cash paradox

Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' target Constitution, democracy: PM Modi

Targeting political opponents, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said armed Maoists have been eliminated, but "dimagi Naxals" have infiltrated several political parties and organisations and are instigating people against the Constitution and democracy. "We must identify and defeat such elements and secure the country," Modi said, while celebrating Diwali with security personnel at a CRPF camp in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, continuing his tradition of spending the festival with India's brave men and women in uniform. The government declared the country free of Naxalism on March 31 this year. The threat of Naxalism has not ended. The government took decisions that "dealt very big blows to the funding of Naxals and secessionists," said Modi, dressed in a military-style camouflage uniform and a hat. He said the Maoist terror elimination was a victory of the country's right policies and strong political will. "Amid the successes, we must remember one more thing. Naxalites have been ..

Bharat Ratna LK Advani Ji at 100!

A former Deputy Prime Minister and one of India's longest-serving Home Ministers, Lal Krishna Advani Ji is one of the few people whose lives have touched many different chapters of modern India

PM Modi will lose 2029 Lok Sabha polls, says CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday said he would continue carrying the national flag across the country despite arrests and accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP of attempting to control people's food habits, personal relationships and voting rights. Addressing a protest meeting organised as part of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)'s 'Jantar Mantar at Kochi' campaign against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Dipke said the fight would continue until an independent and impartial electoral system was established in the country. Referring to his arrest in Delhi along with CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka for entering Jantar Mantar with the national flag, he said he would continue carrying the Tricolour wherever he went. "I was sent behind bars for raising this Tricolour. Saurav and Ashu, my two brothers, were also sent behind bars for raising it. The last time this happened in India was when w

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday conveyed his Diwali greetings to the nation, saying that, like in previous years, he will celebrate the festival with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm. He also said the whole country was being illuminated with lights on the eve of Deepavali, and added that it reflects the country's resolve against darkness. "My heartiest greetings to all of you for Diwali. I wish for peace, prosperity and happiness for all of you in the coming days. I also celebrate Deepavali like you with great enthusiasm," he said. The prime minister said he has been celebrating Diwali with the brave soldiers of the country every year. "This time also, I will continue the tradition," he said, adding, "Have a great Diwali". He, however, did not disclose at which military station or post he will celebrate the festival. Earlier, in a message posted on the

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

"Great damage" has been done over the last 12 years to the fabric of India, democracy and institutions, Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has alleged, asserting that even after the Modi government goes, it will take time to restore the country's systems back to health. In an interview with The Hindu ahead of the launch of her book, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', she also pointed out that people are now beginning to be restless and recognising the damage. "But I am optimistic and I know that the people of India will welcome a return to proper governance," the former Congress chief said. "Over the last twelve years great damage has been done to the fabric of our country, our democracy and our institutions. Even after this government goes, it will take time to restore our systems back to health and great effort from political parties," she said. Asked about the decline of the Congress and her assessment of its present condition and prospects, Gandhi said, "I am no

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.

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.

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

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 .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 ...

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

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