Narendra Modi

Modi distributes black money? SBI customer receives lumpsum amount, believes PM gave away recovered cash

Hukum Singh from Madhya Pradesh was freeloading the amount deposited in his account every month without questioning it, believing that PM Modi was fulfilling his election promise of distributing black money.

Nov 22, 2019

Sharad Pawar-PM Modi to meet in Parliament amid Maharashtra logjam

The meeting, scheduled for 12.30 pm, is likely to focus on several issues related to the state, especially the agrarian crisis.

Nov 20, 2019

Indian tax officials find Modi's targets too taxing, some quit

The target has been maintained even though Modi recently approved a massive cut in corporate taxes, which are part of direct taxes.

Nov 17, 2019

India dependent on cash more than ever despite push to boost digital economy

Central bank data shows that since the controversial demonetization gambit, currency in circulation has grown, rising 17 percent to 21.1 trillion rupees as of the end of March 2019.

Nov 14, 2019

Guru Nanak Jayanti: PM Modi, Amit Shah greet nation on 550th Prakash Parv

In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this was a day to rededicate ourselves to fulfilling Guru Nanak Dev's dream of a just, inclusive and harmonious society.

Nov 12, 2019

Avoid unnecessary remarks on Ayodhya: PM Modi directs ministers ahead of SC verdict

PM Modi asked his ministerial colleagues to avoid making any controversial statements on Ayodhya case as the SC is expected to give its verdict on November 17.

Nov 8, 2019

Asia trade pact doesn't reflect India's interests, decided not to join: PM Modi

The RCEP is backed by China and also brings in the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.

Nov 5, 2019

Hurt, shocked: Punjab CM Amarinder Singh writes letter to PM Modi on Delhi pollution

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh said that he was hurt, shocked and angry at the declaration of a Public Health Emergency in Delhi.

Nov 2, 2019

Fact Check: Will Russian President Vladimir Putin attend Jallikattu in 2020?

Several news websites falsely reported that the Russian president will attend the famous bull-taming sport during 2020 Pongal celebrations along with PM Narendra Modi.

Oct 31, 2019

National Unity Day: 'Unity in diversity is our identity' says PM Modi on Sardar Patel's 144th birthday

Prime Minister Modi paid a floral tribute to Sardar Patel on his 144th birth anniversary at the 182 metres-tall Statue of Unity in Gujarat.

Oct 31, 2019

Kulgam violence: Jaish terrorists suspected behind killing of 5 labourers from Bengal

According to the police, the militants came to Katrasoo village of Kulgam, took out the masons and carpenters from outside the state working there and opened fire at them, killing five of them on the spot. The sixth succumbed to his injuries while being taken to a hospital.

Oct 30, 2019

'Curated, Sanitised picnic': Mufti slams centre over EU delegation Srinagar visit; Here are reactions from other leaders

The European Union lawmakers will meet the residents, traders, state government officials and the houseboat owners to 'see the ground situation.'

Oct 29, 2019

PM Narendra Modi to attend Dev Deepawali, Prakashotsav in Varanasi

The 'Prakashotsav' is being celebrated on an elaborate scale and Sikhs from all parts are expected to attend the event.

Oct 28, 2019

Modi's visit expected to foster Saudi's proposed investments in India

New Delhi and Riyadh are expected to finalise a joint venture deal to build the $44 billion-Ratnagiri Refinery and Petrochemicals in Maharashtra, which will be the largest greenfield refinery in India.

Oct 25, 2019

India rises up 14 ranks to 63rd place in World Bank 'Doing Business' list

The report stated that starting a business in India has been made easier by abolishing filing fees for the Simplified Proforma for Incorporating a Company Electronically (SPICE), electronic memorandum of association, and articles of association.

Oct 24, 2019

Big bonanza for farmers: Govt hikes MSP for rabi crops from 50% to 109%

In a bid to increase farmers' income, the decision was taken at the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Oct 23, 2019

Justice Arun Mishra to stay on bench hearing Land Acquisition Act case

The five-judge bench is hearing a clutch of petitions challenging the validity of provisions related to compensation in the Land Acquisition Act.

Oct 23, 2019

'India is proud': PM Modi tweets after meeting Nobel winner Abhijit Banerjee [Video]

Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee, who is currently in India after winning the 2019 Nobel Prize for Economics, met PM Modi at his residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on Tuesday morning.

Oct 22, 2019

South film industry neglected, says Upasana Konidela about PM Modi's gathering

The daughter-in-law of Megastar Chiranjeevi said PM Narendra Modi neglected actors down south. For raising a valid point, netizens appreciated her effort.

Oct 22, 2019

India-US bilateral defence trade to reach $18 blllion by year end: Pentagon

Undersecretary Of Defense For Acquisition And Sustainment Ellen M Lord said the US is committed to strengthen its partnership with India while furthering military-to-military relationships and cooperation.

Oct 19, 2019