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'Swachh Bharat' campaign becoming new path to prosperity, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Swachh Bharat Mission has become the largest and most successful people's movement in the century with mass participation and public leadership. Addressing a gathering on completion of 10 years of the Mission here, he said the Swachh Bharat campaign is not just a cleanliness movement but a new path to prosperity. "Through continuous efforts we can make India clean," he added.

Hindu, Adivasi population declining, JMM doing vote-bank politics: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday cautioned that the population of Hindus and Adivasis in Jharkhand is declining and accused the JMM-led coalition government of engaging in dangerous "vote bank politics" by supporting infiltrators at the expense of the state's identity, culture, and heritage. He asserted that it was time to "throw such forces out" to protect "mati, beti, roti" (land, daughter, bread). "The time is ripe for 'Parivartan' in Jharkhand to safeguard 'beti, mati, roti' and combat corruption. The JMM-led coalition is playing a dangerous game, jeopardising the identity, culture, and traditions of the people while patronising infiltrators," Modi said during the concluding programme of the BJP's Parivartan Yatra, which covered approximately 5,400 km across all 81 assembly segments. Modi criticised the coalition for being insensitive, citing the deaths of several aspirants during recruitment drives for excise constables. This visit marks Modi's second trip to Jharkhan

No power in world can seperate me from my Prime Minister: Chirag Paswan

During a recent event for his party's SC/ST cell in Patna, Paswan said that he would not hesitate to give up his ministerial position, just as his father did

PM Modi unveils Mission Amrut: Water, sewage plants to make cities cleaner

The prime minister also thanked citizens for embracing eco-friendly alternatives such as cloth and paper bags, which have significantly contributed to reducing single-use plastics

Selfless commitment of Indians: PM Modi observes 10 yrs of Swachhata drive

PM Modi said that the Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan will still be recognised even a thousand years into the future when historians examine India in the 21st century

PM Modi inaugurates gaushala with Bio CNG plant, launches projects in MP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the 'Lal Tipara Gaushala' with Bio-CNG plant in Gwalior and launched various development projects of Rs 685 crore in Madhya Pradesh on the occasion of Swachhta Diwas on Wednesday. Swachhta Diwas is observed on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) every year. The 'gaushala', or cow shelter, with the Bio-CNG plant that can produce three tonnes of natural gas per day using 100 tonnes of cow dung, has been set up in collaboration with the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), an official said. It is India's first modern and self-reliant gaushala, he said. The plant will also produce 20 tonnes of high-quality organic manure, the official said, adding the IOC will assist in the operation and maintenance of the plant. The gaushala was developed at a cost of Rs 32 crore from the corporate social responsibility fund of the IOC, and an additional one hectare of land has been reserved for its expansion, the official said. The prime minister a

Centre has made available all possible help: Nityanand Rai on Bihar floods

Earlier on September 30, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said that the state government is working in coordination with the central government to mitigate the flooding situation

Gandhi's call for cleanliness turned into mass movement by PM Modi: Nadda

Union Minister and BJP president JP Nadda on Wednesday said the call for cleanliness given by father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi has been turned into a "mass movement" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the last one decade. Nadda along with Delhi unit leaders, including party's state president Virendra Sachdeva and MP Bansuri Swaraj participated in a 'Swachhata Abhiyan' at Lodhi Colony in the national capital. The BJP's 'Sewa Pakhwara' (fortnight of service) started on September 17 and concludes with cleanliness campaign on Gandhi Jayanti today, Nadda told reporters. "Modi after he became the prime minister adopted cleanliness and it became a mass movement. We know the call for cleanliness was given by father of the country Mahatma Gandhi but Prime Minister Modi has changed it into a mass movement," he said. This mass movement to create awareness among the people to maintain personal hygiene and avoid littering as well as encourage the society towards cleanliness has been continui

President, VP pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 155th birth anniversary

PM Modi also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary

PM Modi to to launch developmental projects during visit to Jharkhand today

It will benefit more than 5 crore tribals in 549 districts across 30 states and UTs, the statement said

Congress limited to false promises, BJP a result-oriented party: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday kept up his attack on the Congress, saying its politics is limited to false promises whereas the BJP's politics is to put in hard work and is result-oriented. Addressing his last poll rally for the October 5 Haryana polls in Palwal, he said the BJP is going to come to power for a third consecutive term in the state. "You have come in such big numbers to give us blessings," Modi told the gathering. On the final phase of voting taking place in Jammu & Kashmir, he people in large numbers are taking part in festival of democracy there. "I will tell all voters of J&K that they must exercise their right to vote," he said. "This is my final public meeting for this polls," Modi told the Palwal gathering. "In village after village, there is a BJP wave. Everywhere, one voice is heard --"Bharosa dil se, BJP phir se," he said. Attacking the Congress, Modi said its politics remains limited to false promises, whereas the BJP's politics is to put in ...

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PM Modi holds talks with Jamaican counterpart Holness, inks four pacts

India and Jamaica on Tuesday inked four pacts including one on possible roll-out of Indian UPI payment systems in the island nation as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with his Jamaican counterpart Andrew Holness focusing on boosting ties in sectors like defence and energy. In his media statement, Modi said India has always been a reliable partner in Jamaica's development journey and it is ready to share its expertise with that country in areas such as digital public infrastructure, small industries, biofuel, innovation, health, education and agriculture. The prime minister said India will move forward in training and capacity building of the Jamaican military. Modi said he and Holness also discussed regional and global issues and agreed that all tensions and disputes should be resolved through talks and both sides will continue to work towards ensuring global peace and security. The prime minister's comments came amid growing tensions in West Asia and the confl

Govt announces 3 new external members ahead of key RBI MPC meet

Govt appoints Ram Singh, Saugata Bhattacharya, and Nagesh Kumar as new external members of RBI's Monetary Policy Committee

PM Modi greets former President Ram Nath Kovind on his 79th birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted former president Ram Nath Kovind on his birthday, and said he is widely respected for his service to society and contribution to national progress. Kovind, who served as the President from July 2017 to July 2022, turned 79 on Tuesday. "Birthday greetings to our former President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind Ji. He is widely respected for his service to society and contribution to national progress," Modi said on X. "His insights into various subjects are also very enriching. Praying for his long and healthy life," the prime minister said.

India trusted partner in Jamaica's development journey, says PM Modi

India has been a "trusted partner" in Jamaica's development journey and it is ready to share expertise in a range of areas, including digital public infrastructure, biofuel, innovation and health with the Caribbean nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. Modi made the remarks after holding wide-ranging talks with Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness. In his media statement, Modi said he and Holness also discussed regional and global issues and agreed that all tensions and disputes should be resolved through talks and that both sides will continue to work towards ensuring global peace and security. India and Jamaica are unanimous that reform of all global institutions, including the UN Security Council, is necessary, he said, Modi said India has been a "trusted and committed" development partner in Jamaica's growth journey and it will remain so. "We are ready to share our experience with Jamaica in areas of digital public infrastructure, biofuel, innovation, health,

J-K Assembly polls: PM Modi, Shah urge voters to exercise their franchise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urged voters to come forward and exercise their franchise in the third and final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections to make the festival of democracy a success. Voting commenced on Tuesday for the third and final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, covering 40 seats across seven districts, including the winter capital Jammu. More than 39.18 lakh eligible voters are set to decide the electoral fate of 415 candidates. "Today is the third and last round of voting in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. I request all voters to come forward and cast their votes to make the festival of democracy a success," Modi said in a post in Hindi on X. "I am confident that apart from the young friends who are going to vote for the first time, women power will also participate in the voting in large numbers," the prime minister said. Polling began at 7 am in 16 assembly segments in three border districts of north Kashmir ami

'No place for terrorism, crucial to stop escalation': PM Modi to Netanyahu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu about the recent developments in West Asia and asserted that terrorism has no place in our world. It is crucial to prevent regional escalation and ensure the safe release of all hostages, Modi said. Spoke to Prime Minister @netanyahu about recent developments in West Asia. Terrorism has no place in our world. It is crucial to prevent regional escalation and ensure the safe release of all hostages, Modi said on X. India is committed to supporting efforts for an early restoration of peace and stability, PM Modi said. While PM Modi did not mention any specific incident, Israeli strikes in Lebanon last week killed seven high-ranking commanders and officials from the Hezbollah militant group, including the group's leader Hassan Nasrallah. Hezbollah had been firing rockets and missiles into northern Israel after Hamas' October 7 attack from Gaza into Israel sparked a war there.

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PM Modi calls Congress president Kharge to enquire about his health

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday to enquire about his health after the opposition leader required medical assistance at a public meeting. Kharge became unwell while addressing a rally in the Jasrota belt of Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. After receiving medical attention, Kharge said he is "not going to die" before Modi is removed from power. Congress leaders said Kharge is now stable after a check-up by doctors. Official sources said the prime minister called up the Congress president and wished him good health.