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Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi

About Narendra Modi

Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of India. He represents Varanasi constituency in the Lok Sabha. He is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He assumed office as Prime Minister for his third term on June 9, 2024 after securing a decisive mandate in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
 
PM Modi also holds charge of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, the Department of Atomic Energy, the Department of Space, all important policy issues, and all other portfolios not allocated to any other minister.
 
Early life
Born in Gujarat's Vadnagar in 1950, Modi is said to have
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Pahalgam attack: Pak parliament condemns Indian govt's 'mala fide campaign'

The resolution condemned the orchestrated and mala fide campaign by the Indian government to malign Pakistan

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Updated On : 05 May 2025 | 8:25 PM IST

Putin accepts PM Modi's invitation for annual high-level India visit

The leaders emphasised the need for an uncompromising fight against terrorism in any of its manifestations

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Updated On : 05 May 2025 | 4:13 PM IST

Putin dials PM Modi, says Pahalgam attack culprits must face justice

Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his condolences to the families of the Pahalgam terror attack victims and extended full support to India in its fight against terrorism

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Updated On : 05 May 2025 | 4:24 PM IST

India's soft power will grow with the rise of a sports culture: PM Modi

Modi also said that a major chunk of Rs 4000 crore sports budget for the year was being used for the purpose as the government is determined to bring the world's biggest sporting show in the country

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Updated On : 04 May 2025 | 9:22 PM IST

Air Chief meets PM Modi amid Indo-Pak tensions after Pahalgam attack

The meeting came less than 24 hours after Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi apprised the prime minister on the overall situation in the critical sea lanes

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Updated On : 04 May 2025 | 2:49 PM IST

PM Modi made 'desperate U-turn' on caste census demand, says Congress

Jairam Ramesh said evidence abounds on Prime Minister Modi's "sudden, complete, and desperate U-turn" on the caste census

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Updated On : 04 May 2025 | 1:30 PM IST

WAVES Bazaar fuels global entertainment ties with ₹800 crore deals

The Bazaar also helped emerging creators pitch their IPs to a global network of buyers and collaborators, generating significant interest and fostering new partnerships

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 11:34 PM IST

Omar Abdullah meets PM Modi, discusses Pahalgam attack, J-K issues

Giving details of the meeting, an official spokesperson said Abdullah discussed key issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir with the prime minister, with particular emphasis on the recent development

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 10:52 PM IST

PM Modi vows 'firm and decisive' action against terrorists, backers

At a media briefing, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the global community has come out in large numbers and strongly condemned the terror attack on Indian soil

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 11:50 PM IST

PM Modi congratulates Anthony Albanese on re-election as Australian PM

Albanese has become the first Australian prime minister to win a second consecutive three-year term in 21 years

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 8:28 PM IST

Pahalgam attack: India halts all mail & parcel exchange with Pakistan

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India imposed sweeping measures against Pakistan, including suspending mail, trade, and diplomatic ties, while also facing cyberattacks from Pakistani hackers

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 5:30 PM IST

SL to table 'secret' defence deal with India in Parl: Prez Dissanayake

However, President Dissanayake dismissed allegations of secrecy, saying the deal with India will strengthen defence ties while respecting sovereignty

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 4:26 PM IST

Islamabad calls India's IMF loan review push 'politically motivated'

The Express Tribune said Saturday quoting officials that India's attempt to involve the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an extension of its political campaign to isolate Pakistan diplomatically

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 3:45 PM IST

PM Modi announces $200 million for modernisation of Angolan armed forces

In his media statement, the prime minister said Laurenco's visit to India not only gives a new direction to the bilateral relations but also strengthens the India-Africa partnership

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 2:59 PM IST

Congress slams PM Modi, Shah over Manipur crisis on anniversary of violence

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the BJP formed a government in Manipur with a strong mandate in February 2022, but exactly two years ago, the state saw sectarian violence erupt

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 2:15 PM IST

Sanjay Raut slams PM for Mumbai visit, Bihar campaign amid Pahalagm row

Raut alleged the prime minister's demeanour does not reflect the seriousness of someone preparing to retaliate against Pakistan

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 1:53 PM IST

Caste Census: Tejashwi Yadav urges PM Modi to review reservation policies

Referring to the Bihar caste survey, which revealed that OBCs and EBCs constitute around 63 per cent of the state's population, Yadav said similar data at the national level could shatter many myths

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Updated On : 03 May 2025 | 1:33 PM IST

PM Modi restarts work for Amaravati with Rs 58,000 crore projects on track

PM Modi lays foundation for Amaravati infrastructure revival with Rs 58,000 crore investment while CM Naidu announces India's first Quantum Valley to open in 2026

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Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 9:16 PM IST

A dream taking shape: PM Modi launches projects worth ₹58k cr in Amaravati

The projects unveiled for the greenfield city of Amaravati include flood mitigation infra, road networks, and construction of key buildings such as the Assembly, secretariat, and High Courts

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Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 7:23 PM IST

PM Modi lays foundation, inaugurates projects worth Rs 58,000 cr in Andhra

The Prime Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation for 94 projects, which included capital city institutions, national highways, railway upgrades and defence-related installations

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Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 5:17 PM IST