Diego Maradona was maestro of football, his untimely demise has saddened us all: PM Modi

Diego Maradona was a maestro of football and his untimely demise has saddened us all, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday as he expressed grief at the passing away of the Argentine legend. Maradona passed away on Wednesday after suffering a heart attack at the age of 60. PM Modi took to Twitter and […]

Discussed COVID-19 vaccine prog management with PM Modi: Conrad Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday exuded confidence that his state would be able to defeat COVID-19, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of vaccination preparedness across the country over a video conference. Sangma asserted that better days were ahead for the people of the state. “Attended meeting via VC chaired by […]

Govt keeping close eye on vaccine development: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the government is keeping a close eye on COVID-19 vaccine development and clarified that the dosage and price of the vaccine were uncertain as of now. “The government is keeping a close track of vaccine development. We are in touch with Indian vaccine developers and manufacturers. We […]

Tarun Gogoi very critical; PM Modi, Rajnath and Rahul speak to son

The health condition of former Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi remained “very critical” on Sunday although he responded to a longer duration of dialysis, state Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. The Congress veteran’s health condition deteriorated on Saturday afternoon, following multi-organ failure and he became unconscious with difficulty in breathing. Sarma said the doctors […]

PM Modi says India is going through ‘important’ phase of change, next 25 years are crucial

Building up to the 100th anniversary of the country’s independence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India is going through an important phase of change and the next 25 years will be an important period for the nation. Addressing Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University’s (PDPU) students virtually during the convocation ceremony, he said, “Today’s […]

PM Narendra Modi speaks with US President-elect Joe Biden

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with US President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday, as the two leaders discussed the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, while reiterating their firm commitment to the strategic bilateral partnership. This was the first interaction between the two leaders after Democrat Biden defeated incumbent president Donald Trump […]

Countries supporting terrorists need to be held accountable in organised manner, says PM Modi

Terrorism is the biggest problem the world is facing at present, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday at the BRICS Summit while adding that all countries need to ensure that the nations that support terrorists are held accountable. “Terrorism is the biggest problem facing the world today. We have to ensure that the countries […]

India is working rapidly to increase its defence capability, make it Atmanirbhar: PM Modi

India is working rapidly to increase its defence capability and make its defence sector Atmanirbhar, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday while addressing the soldiers at Longewala in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The Prime Minister is in Longewala to celebrate Diwali with the security forces. “India is working rapidly to increase its defence capability and make […]

PM Narendra Modi greets people on Diwali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted people on the occasion of Diwali. “Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali! May this festival further brightness and happiness. May everyone be prosperous and healthy,” he tweeted. On Friday, he appealed to citizens of the country to light a ‘diya’ on Diwali as a salute to the soldiers guarding […]