PM Modi’s Criticism of Sonia Gandhi’s Remarks: Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s comments about President Droupadi Murmu, referring to her as a "poor thing" after the President's address to Parliament. The remark, made by Sonia Gandhi after the President's speech at the start of the budget session, was criticized by Modi as an example of the Congress family’s "arrogance." H

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the strategically important Z-Morh tunnel today, located in Jammu and Kashmir. The 6.5 km tunnel connects Gagangir to Sonamarg, offering all-weather access to the Kashmir valley, particularly enhancing safety and convenience during the harsh winter months. The region was previously prone to avalanches, making travel difficult. The Z-Morh tunnel holds immense strategic and economic importance. It is expected to boost the local economy by enhan

In a statement made Friday at the White House, President Joe Biden expressed concerns about the difficult position Russian President Vladimir Putin now finds himself in following the latest round of sanctions imposed by the US and the UK. These sweeping sanctions target Russia’s critical energy sector in response to its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Biden described Putin as being in "tough shape" and stressed the importance of denying him any opportunity to continue his aggress

During a podcast with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened up about his experiences handling anxiety and emotions during pivotal moments in his political career, particularly focusing on the Godhra train burning incident and the 2002 Gujarat elections. Modi recalled being newly elected as an MLA when the Godhra tragedy struck on February 27, 2002, just days after he assumed office. The incident, which involved the killing of 59 people in a train fire, shocked

A significant high-level meeting took place in Dubai between senior Indian officials and the Afghan Taliban leadership. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri represented India, while Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi attended on behalf of the Taliban government. The meeting, which is vital for fostering stronger bilateral relations, aimed to improve cooperation across various sectors, including humanitarian aid, development, trade, and security. One of the

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a series of transformative development projects in New Delhi. The initiatives include the opening of 1,675 newly constructed flats for residents of Jhuggi Jhopri (JJ) clusters under the slum rehabilitation program, aimed at providing better living conditions with modern amenities. In addition, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for a new Veer Savarkar College at Roshanpura, Najafgarh, which will offer state-of-the-art facilities for h

As 2025 approaches, India has already begun shaping its foreign policy for the year. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to travel to the United States to meet officials from both the outgoing Biden administration and the incoming Trump team, ahead of the U.S. power transition. Jaishankar is expected to discuss the Quad Summit, where U.S. President Donald Trump may attend, and potentially seek an early date for Trump’s visit to India. In addition to the Quad Summit,

Chandrababu Naidu has quickly emerged as one of the most influential leaders in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the central level, as evidenced by his recent busy visit to Delhi. His meetings with several key Union ministers, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, reflect his growing prominence within the alliance. The day began with Naidu paying his respects at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial in Delhi, f

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called an urgent meeting of its Apex Council to appoint former Chief Election Commissioner Achal Kumar Jyoti as the electoral officer for upcoming elections to fill the positions of secretary and treasurer. These posts were vacated by Jay Shah and Ashish Shelar, who assumed new roles in December. According to the BCCI constitution, the Board must call a Special General Meeting and appoint an electoral officer at least four weeks before the

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday honored the soldiers who played a pivotal role in India's victory during the 1971 war, known as Vijay Diwas. The day commemorates the surrender of Pakistani forces to the Indian Army, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. In a post shared on X, PM Modi paid tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers who contributed to this historic victory. Modi emphasized the selfless dedication and determination of the Indian soldiers, notin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Prayagraj on Friday, hailed the 2025 Maha Kumbh as a "mahayagya of unity" that would elevate the country's cultural and spiritual identity. Addressing a public meeting, Modi emphasized that the Maha Kumbh brings people together, transcending caste and sect divisions. He inaugurated 167 significant development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore to enhance Prayagraj's infrastructure in preparation for the upcoming Kumbh Mela.

Congress MPs staged a protest in Parliament by wearing jackets that displayed the slogan "Modi-Adani Ek Hain" (Modi and Adani are one) on Thursday. This demonstration was part of the party's ongoing campaign to demand answers from the government about alleged financial irregularities and favoritism involving the Adani Group. The protestors entered Parliament premises wearing the jackets and chanting slogans accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of protecting billionaire business

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the country's 2025 budget, allocating $126 billion (13.5 trillion rubles) to national defence, which accounts for 32.5% of the total government spending. This marks a significant increase from last year’s budget, highlighting the ongoing strain the war in Ukraine has placed on Russia’s finances. The budget sets a new record, with military spending expected to account for over 6% of Russia's GDP. In contrast, expenditu

Russia launched a massive assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight, using 90 missiles and 100 drones. The attack has left over one million people without electricity as temperatures drop, marking the 11th large-scale attack on Ukraine's power systems this year. Ukrainian authorities have accused Russia of "weaponizing winter," with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemning the use of cluster munitions against civilians and infrastructure. At

Andhra Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, is currently in Delhi, where he is holding important discussions with union ministers. One of the highlights of his tour was a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his office in Parliament. This was the first official meeting between Pawan Kalyan and PM Modi since Pawan assumed office as Deputy CM. The primary topic of their discussion was the disbursement of central funds for the Jal Jeevan Mission program in Andhr

On the 75th anniversary of the adoption of India's Constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to performing his duties within the Constitution's framework. In his speech at the Supreme Court during Constitution Day celebrations, he clarified that his actions have always aligned with constitutional provisions without overstepping boundaries. Modi addressed opposition claims that efforts were underway to undermine the Constitution and asserted that his governme

Lalit Modi, the founder of the Indian Premier League (IPL), shared in a recent interview on Raj Shamani's podcast 'Figuring Out' that he left India in 2010 due to life-threatening pressure from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, not legal troubles. Modi explained that Dawood threatened him after he refused to support match-fixing. The underworld figure allegedly wanted to manipulate matches, but Modi maintained a strict anti-corruption stance. Modi revealed that he received

Melania Trump will not be attending the traditional White House meeting on Wednesday with first lady Jill Biden, sources said. Traditionally, when the outgoing President hosts the incoming President-elect in the Oval Office, the first lady hosts her successor for tea in the residence. Michelle Obama hosted Melania Trump for tea in the Yellow Room after the 2016 election. However, Melania Trump did not meet with Jill Biden after the contentious 2020 race as Donald Trump repeatedly claimed he w

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on his birthday, praying for his long and healthy life. The Prime Minister took to social media to convey his regards, stating, "Best wishes to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Ji on his birthday. I pray for his long and healthy life." CM Reddy, in response, expressed gratitude for the kind wishes from PM Modi and thanked him for the gesture. Telugu actor Chiranjeevi also joined in to

PM Modi Congratulates Donald Trump on US Election Victory New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory in the U.S. Presidential Election. As results indicated a clear win for the Republicans, Modi expressed his enthusiasm for renewing their partnership. In a message on social media, Modi addressed Trump as “my friend,” stating, “Heartiest congratulations, my friend @r