Centre drops lateral entry move for UPSC amid pressure from opposition, ally Chirag Paswan
Aug 21, 2024, at 02:13 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The government Tuesday requested the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to withdraw its advertisement for lateral entry into bureaucracy, amid intense opposition criticism and pressure from ally Chirag Paswan, who had also expressed reservations against the move.
Global South Cooperation: Development Compact should be central to the Pact of the Future
Aug 19, 2024, at 06:34 pm
Aspirations of the Global South are challenged by growing uncertainties in the world. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his opening remarks at the third Voice of the Global South Summit has minced no words to stand strongly in solidarity with the Global South to amplify their ‘Voice’ as inequalities grow and ravaging wars spread. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is still being felt across the Global South with worsening realities of climate change challenges.
Aug 17, 2024, at 05:28 am
New Delhi/IBNS: In a phone call with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed on the need for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict in West Asia through "dialogue and diplomacy".
J&K to vote in 3 phases starting Sept 18 for first assembly election after abrogation of Article 370
Aug 17, 2024, at 04:23 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election, to be held for the first time since 2014, will be held in three phases, on September 18, September 25, and October 1, with results to be announced on October 4, the Election Commission said Friday.
Aug 16, 2024, at 10:33 pm
Bangladesh Interim Government head Muhammad Yunus on Friday assured Indian PM Narendra Modi that the safety and security of Hindu community members and other minorities will be ensured.
Our partnership is important pillar for future: Italy PM wishes India on 78th Independence Day
Aug 16, 2024, at 02:51 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Italy Prime Minister Georgia Meloni wished India on its 78th Independence Day.
PM Modi extends 'best wishes' to Muhammad Yunus as he takes oath to head Bangladesh interim govt
Aug 09, 2024, at 04:03 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to Nobel laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, who was sworn in as the head of Bangladesh's caretaker government on Thursday.
Can Vinesh Phogat's disqualification be overturned? PM Modi dials IOA President PT Usha
Aug 08, 2024, at 04:04 am
Vinesh Phogat, a renowned wrestler who was almost certain of winning an Olympic medal but got disqualified from competing in the women's 50 kg final match, has sparked widespread disappointment nationwide.
With Sheikh Hasina stationed at Ghaziabad, PM Modi chairs key cabinet meeting on Bangladesh unrest
Aug 06, 2024, at 06:30 am
The Cabinet Committee on Security met at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official residence Monday evening amid the turmoil in neighbouring Bangladesh and its leader Sheikh Hasina arriving in Ghaziabad after fleeing the country following massive protests over job quotas.
Aug 06, 2024, at 02:23 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar about the violence in neighbouring Bangladesh, in which over 300 have died so far, and the resignation of former PM Sheikh Hasina, her fleeing the country following the fall of her government.
Sheikh Hasina meets NSA Ajit Doval after landing at Ghaziabad, may seek asylum in London
Aug 06, 2024, at 01:54 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina met India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval Monday evening after landing at the Hindon Air Force base in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, media reports said.
Narendra Modi meets former PM HD Deve Gowda in Delhi
Jul 26, 2024, at 04:13 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda at official his residence in New Delhi.
Centre rules out granting special status to Bihar, Lalu Yadav's party takes swipe at BJP ally JDU
Jul 23, 2024, at 05:18 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre has ruled out any plan to give a special category status to Bihar, a core demand by its key ally, the Janata Dal (United), triggering a swipe for its leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar by the Rashtriya Janata Dal.
PM Modi condoles Vietnamese leader Nguyen Phu Trong's death
Jul 20, 2024, at 07:35 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong.
UP BJP rejig on cards? State chief offers resignation over poll debacle: Reports
Jul 18, 2024, at 03:02 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is planning an organisational rejig in Uttar Pradesh after its poor show in the politically-significant state in the Lok Sabha election, media reports said.
Jammu Kashmir: Youth commits suicide by jumping into Chenab River, body recovered in Pakistan
Jul 15, 2024, at 12:22 am
New Delhi: The body of a youth who allegedly ended his life by jumping into the Chenab River last month was recovered in Pakistan, media reported.
'Violence has no place in politics,democracies': Modi condemns assassination attempt on Donald Trump
Jul 14, 2024, at 02:35 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday expressed concern over the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump at a poll rally in Pennsylvania.
PM Modi attends 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony of newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai
Jul 14, 2024, at 07:20 am
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 'Shubh Aashirwad' ceremony of newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant today.
At dinner with Vladimir Putin, PM Modi makes a direct appeal to end war with Ukraine
Jul 10, 2024, at 01:42 am
Moscow/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday made the most direct appeal to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war which has been going on for over two years during a dinner at the latter's residence as a part of his -two-day official visit to Moscow.
'Huge disappointment': Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacts to PM Modi's hug with Vladimir Putin
Jul 10, 2024, at 01:08 am
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reacted sharply to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brief visit to Russia and his interaction with Russian President Vladimir Putin, particularly mentioning the "hug" shared between the two leaders amid Moscow's war with Ukraine.
Shankaracharya backs Rahul Gandhi after row over 'Hindus are violent' remark in Lok Sabha
Jul 09, 2024, at 07:38 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Days after Rahul Gandhi's speech in the Lok Sabha, Swami Avimukteshwarananda, the 46th Shankaracharya of Jyotir Math, has come out in support of the Congress leader.
PM Modi greets nation on Rath Yatra
Jul 07, 2024, at 07:14 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday wished the people on the occasion of the sacred Rath Yatra of Mahaprabhu Jagannath.
Jul 06, 2024, at 06:35 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday congratulated Keir Starmer on winning the UK elections and said he was looking forward to a positive collaboration with the Labour leader.
Jul 03, 2024, at 05:39 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made reference to Bollywood superhit film 'Sholay' as he attacked Congress and Rahul Gandhi.
Hathras religious event stampede kills at least 116 including children, women
Jul 03, 2024, at 04:30 am
Hathras/IBNS: At least 116 people, including women and three children, were killed after a stampede broke out at a religious event in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras on Tuesday, officials have said.
Amid his fiery speech, PM Modi mourns Hathras stampede tragedy; shouting MPs silenced
Jul 03, 2024, at 02:43 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, amid a fierce attack on the Congress and the opposition in Parliament this evening, broke off to inform the House of a tragedy in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras.
As 3 new criminal laws come into effect today, know about their key features
Jul 02, 2024, at 07:31 am
New Delhi/IBNS: India has completely overhauled its criminal justice system with the introduction of three new criminal laws that came into effect on Monday.
PM Modi resumes 'Mann Ki Baat', speaks of a new campaign to honour mothers
Jun 30, 2024, at 06:30 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday resumed his monthly radio programme, 'Mann ki Baat', days after taking the oath of office for a third consecutive term.
PM Modi calls Team India, thanks Rahul Dravid, hails Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
Jun 30, 2024, at 05:46 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday spoke to the Indian Cricket Team over the phone to congratulate the players for their T20 World Cup win against South Africa.
Congress lodges formal protest against Om Birla's 'Emergency' remark, calls it 'unnecessary'
Jun 28, 2024, at 02:49 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and senior members of the INDIA bloc met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Thursday to formally lodge their protest against his remark in Parliament, where he referred to the "dark days of the Emergency".