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PM Modi arrives in Dehradun to conduct survey of disaster-hit Uttarakhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived here for an aerial survey of disaster-hit districts of Uttarakhand. After an aerial survey of the disaster-ravaged areas spread over various districts, Modi will return to the Jolly Grant Airport and chair a high-level meeting there to review the situation before leaving for Delhi, officials said. Modi was received at the Jolly Grant Airport by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who said in a social media post soon after receiving the PM at the airport, "The prime minister's presence in the midst of the affected people at this difficult time of disaster shows his sensitivity towards them." Heavy rains, cloudbursts and landslides have ravaged various parts of Uttarakhand this monsoon including Dharali-Harsil in Uttarkashi, Tharali in Chamoli, Chenagad in Rudraprayag, Sainji in Pauri, Kapkot in Bageshwar and parts of Nainital district. According to an official estimate, natural disasters in Uttarakhand since April this year have so fa

PM to visit Assam on Sept 13-14, lay foundation for ₹18k cr worth projects

The Prime Minister will attend the programme of the birth centenary celebration of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika at Veterinary College Field, Khanapara in Guwahati on September 13

India, Mauritius ink deals to boost cooperation across healthcare, energy

The PM said that the two countries have decided on a special economic package, keeping in mind the needs and priorities of Mauritius

Who is Sushila Karki, the choice of GenZs set to lead Nepal's interim govt?

Known for her anti-corruption stance, Sushila Karki is set to head the interim government after KP Sharma Oli's resignation amid nationwide protests in Nepal

PM Modi to hold roadshow in Varanasi, host Mauritius PM Ramgoolam today

During the bilateral discussions, the two leaders will review the full spectrum of cooperation, with particular focus on development partnership and capacity building

PM to conduct aerial survey of Uttarakhand's disaster-affected areas today

PM Modi will also visit Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi, where he will host the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam

PM Modi speaks to Qatar Amir, reaffirms commitment to strengthening ties

Both leaders expressed satisfaction over the continued progress in the India-Qatar Strategic Partnership

Israeli attack: PM Modi condemns violation of Qatar's sovereignty

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condemned the violation of Qatar's sovereignty in the wake of Israel's air strikes on Doha targeting Hamas leaders that triggered fears of further escalation of the already fragile situation in the region. The prime minister's rare criticism directed at Israel came after he spoke to Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and conveyed India's "deep concern" at the attacks in Doha. Israel carried out the air strikes on Qatari capital Doha on Tuesday in the latest in a series of attacks it launched against Syria, Iran and Lebanon. The attack on Doha triggered global outrage. "Spoke with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and expressed deep concern at the attacks in Doha," Modi said on social media. "India condemns the violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly State of Qatar. We support resolution of issues through dialogue and diplomacy, and avoiding escalation," he said. The prime minister said India "stands firmly" in

A life in the service of Maa Bharti: PM Modi's tribute to Mohan Bhagwat

PM Modi pays tribute to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on his 75th birthday, highlighting his leadership, values of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, and role in shaping RSS during its centenary year

Donald Trump, PM Modi reignite hopes of trade deal at 'the earliest'

India and the US are stepping up trade negotiations as both leaders express confidence in resolving barriers after earlier setbacks over tariffs and Russian oil imports

PM Modi, Meloni hold talks on FTA, Ukraine war and economic corridor

PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni reaffirm support for early India-EU FTA, IMEEC corridor, and efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict during telephonic talks

PM Modi condemns Israeli attack on Qatar, urges resolution through dialogue

PM Modi spoke to Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim, condemning attacks in Doha and backed Qatar's sovereignty. He also reaffirmed India's support for peace, stability and dialogue in the region

PM Modi speaks to Italian counterpart, discusses EU-India trade pact

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday discussed with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni the proposed free trade agreement between India and the European Union (EU) and thanked her for the support to it. In a phone conversation, Modi also discussed with Meloni ways to end the conflict in Ukraine as well as the implementation of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC). "Had an excellent conversation with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. We reaffirmed our joint commitment to deepen India-Italy Strategic Partnership, and shared interest in bringing an early end to the conflict in Ukraine," Modi said on X. "Thanked PM Meloni for Italy's proactive support for concluding a mutually beneficial India-EU trade agreement and promoting connectivity through the IMEEC initiative," he said. India and the EU are looking at firming up the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) by the end of this year. The two sides are holding the 13th round of negotiations in New Delhi this ...

PM Modi set to flag off Mizoram's first Rajdhani train on Saturday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off Mizoram's first Rajdhani Express on Saturday, connecting the Sairang station in Aizawl with Delhi's Anand Vihar station, with weekly services starting on September 19, according to an official notification. The train, providing direct connectivity between the national capital and Mizoram, will cover 2,510 km in 43 hours and 25 minutes at an average speed of 57.81 km per hour, the Northeast Frontier Railway's notification said. The train's inaugural day schedule is different from its regular service. Its stoppages, number of coaches and other details will remain the same. On the inauguration day of September 13, the 20-coach train will tentatively start at 10 am from the Sairang station -- 22 kms from Mizoram's capital Aizawl -- and arrive at the Anand Vihar rail station on Monday at 7:30 am. "However, the regular services of this train, notified as train number 20597, will start from September 19, at 4:30 pm from Sairang. "It will reach A

Cabinet announces ₹7,616 cr highway, railway projects in poll-bound Bihar

The Mokama-Munger highway and Bhagalpur-Dumka-Rampurhat rail line doubling will boost connectivity, jobs, and industrial growth across Bihar and adjoining states

PM Modi to meet Mauritius PM in Varanasi, visit Dehradun to survey floods

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who is on a state visit to India, in Varanasi on Thursday and hold bilateral discussions with him. The meeting in the historic city underscores the enduring civilisational connect, spiritual bonds and deep-rooted people-to-people ties that have shaped the special and unique relationship between India and Mauritius, an official statement said. Modi will later will travel to Dehradun and undertake an aerial survey of the flood affected areas in Uttarakhand. He will chair a high-level review meeting with officials, it said. Ramgoolam, who reached Mumbai on Tuesday, will be in India till September 16. During their bilateral discussions, Modi and Ramgoolam will review the full spectrum of cooperation, with particular focus on development partnership and capacity building, the statement said. They will also discuss opportunities for expanding collaboration in health, education, science and technolog

PM Modi to visit Assam on Sept 13-14, inaugurate projects worth ₹18,000 cr

The Prime Minister will also attend the programme of the birth centenary celebration of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika at Veterinary College Field, Khanapara in Guwahati on September 13

Navarro decries India's 'keyboard minions' after community notes on X posts

Peter Navarro's continued attack on India comes days after he was fact-checked on X for his post accusing India of fuelling Russia's war machine in Ukraine

India, US natural partners: Modi on Trump's pitch to resume trade talks

PM Modi welcomed Trump's offer to resume trade talks, even as ties remain strained over Washington's 50% tariffs on Indian imports linked to Russian oil purchases

PM Modi chairs Cabinet committee meet on Nepal unrest, calls for peace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security to discuss developments in Nepal, where violent protests have toppled the government headed by K P Sharma Oli, and stressed that stability, peace and prosperity of the country are of utmost importance to India. Modi said the violence in Nepal, in which at least 19 people have lost their lives, is heart-rending and appealed to "my brothers and sisters in Nepal to support peace". He called a meeting of the CCS on his return from a tour of flood-hit Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Modi said, "The violence in Nepal is heart-rending. I am anguished that many young people have lost their lives. The stability, peace and prosperity of Nepal are of utmost importance to us. I humbly appeal to all my brothers and sisters in Nepal to support peace." Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar are among the CCS ..