President Droupadi Murmu is all set to raise the national flag and will begin the celebration of 74th Republic Day. The parade is set to start shortly on the Kartavya Path for the first time. Kartavya Path is the revamped boulevard from the British period once known as the Rajpath.

India Republic Day 2023: First parade at Kartavya Path, PM Modi lays wreath at Amar Jawan Jyoti

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is presently in India, El-Sisi was given a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi this morning. The Eyptian President will be the Chief Guest at India's Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2023.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrives in India for Republic Day, meets President & PM Modi

<p>India and France will hold the 36th strategic dialogue in Delhi on Thursday for which French President Emmanuel Macron's diplomatic advisor and G20/G7 Sherpa Emmanuel Bonne will be in the Indian capital. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval will lead the Indian side having travelled to Paris in 2021 for the last iteration of the dialogue.</p>

<p>The annual dialogue will focus on issues like Indo-Pacific, Afghanistan, G20, defence cooperation, counter-terrorism, and other issues.</p>

<p>Bonne is the first foreign official to travel to Delhi in 2023, a year that will see India host&nbsp;big-ticket summits like the G20 and SCO.</p>

<p>The fact that he is also France's G20 sherpa means a key focus will be on the Indian presidency of the grouping. India as the president of the grouping will hold the summit later this year in September.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In his day-long visit, Bonne is expected to meet other top officials as well. The 52 years old top French diplomat was in Delhi in 2021 and called on PM Modi.</p>

<p>The visit comes in a year when the French President is also expected to visit India and which marks the 25th anniversary of the Indo-French strategic partnership, launched in 1998.</p>

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India and France will hold the 36th strategic dialogue in Delhi on Thursday for which French President Emmanuel Macron's diplomatic advisor and G20/G7 Sherpa Emmanuel Bonne will be in the Indian capital. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval will lead the Indian side having travelled to Paris in 2021 for the last iteration of the dialogue. The annual dialogue will focus on issues like Indo-Pacific, Afghanistan, G20, defence cooperation, counter-terrorism, and other issues. Bonne is the first foreign official to travel to Delhi in 2023, a year that will see India host big-ticket summits like the G20 and SCO. The fact that he is also France's G20 sherpa means a key focus will be on the Indian presidency of the grouping. India as the president of the grouping will hold the summit later this year in September. Read more: India: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to inaugurate infra projects in Arunachal Pradesh In his day-long visit, Bonne is expected to meet other top officials as well. The 52 years old top French diplomat was in Delhi in 2021 and called on PM Modi. The visit comes in a year when the French President is also expected to visit India and which marks the 25th anniversary of the Indo-French strategic partnership, launched in 1998. WATCH | Gravitas: What can India do as G20 President? × Defence cooperation, space cooperation and civil nuclear cooperation constitute the three principal pillars of the strategic partnership between the two countries. Ahead of the visit, both sides have also been discussing ways to speed up the setting up of the civilian nuclear power reactors at Jaitapur, Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Heeraben Modi passed away at the age of 100. Taking to Twitter, the Indian Prime Minister posted a heartfelt message announcing the demise of his mother, he said that 'a glorious century rests at the feet of god.'

India: PM Modi's mother Heeraben Modi dies at age 100; PM Modi pays tribute on Twitter

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother has reportedly been admitted to hospital in a serious condition. Narendra Modi’s mother Heeraben Modi, aged 100, was admitted to UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology &amp; Research Centre in Ahmedabad. As per a statement released by the hospital, PM Modi's mother's health condition is stable now. The cause of the deterioration in her health is not made public yet. This development comes a day after PM Narendra Modi’s brother Prahlad Modi and his family met with an accident near Karnataka’s Mysore. All family members travelling in an SUV were admitted to a hospital after their car rammed into a road divider. PM Modi’s brother Prahlad Modi had sustained minor injuries in the accident. Heeraben Modi, the mother of Narendra Modi, turned 100 this June and made the headlines when she cast her vote in the recently-held Assembly elections in Gujarat.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi’s previous meeting with her mother Heeraben&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The last meeting between PM Narendra Modi and his mother Heeraben Modi happened on December 4 ahead of the assembly elections in Gujarat. PM Modi was seen in a video arriving at his mother's house in Gandhinagar to seek blessings before the crucial elections, in which Modi’s Bhartiya Janata Party registered a landslide victory.</p>

<h2>Narendra Modi’s blog on his mother</h2>

<p>On the special occasion of his mother Heeraben Modi’s 100th birthday this June, PM Modi penned a blog expressing his gratitude and love. In his blog, PM Modi touched upon the sacrifices his mother made and the hardships she faced throughout her life. "My mother is as simple as she is extraordinary. Just like all mothers! As I write about my mother, I am sure that many of you would relate to my description of her. While reading, you may even see your own mother’s image," PM Modi wrote in his blog.</p>

<h2><strong>Heeraben Modi's personal details</strong></h2>

<p>Heeraben Modi, the mother of one of the most powerful politicians in the world, was born in 1922 in Mehsana, Gujarat. She was married to Damodardas Mulchand Modi, PM Modi’s father, who was a tea seller. In 2015, in a famous interview with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, PM Modi became emotional while talking about his mother. PM Modi describes his mother as a “pillar of his life.” In May 2016, Heeraben Modi visited PM Modi at his official residence in New Delhi. In November 2016, she made the headlines when she supported her son’s decision of demonetisation. She was also seen standing in the ATM queue. Last year, she again grabbed the spotlight after getting inoculated with Covid-19 vaccines, inspiring other elderly people&nbsp;in the world to get vaccinated amidst anti-vaccine rumours.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother has reportedly been admitted to hospital in a serious condition. Narendra Modi’s mother Heeraben Modi, aged 100, was admitted to UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother has reportedly been admitted to hospital in a serious condition. Narendra Modi’s mother Heeraben Modi, aged 100, was admitted to UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad. As per a statement released by the hospital, PM Modi's mother's health condition is stable now. The cause of the deterioration in her health is not made public yet. This development comes a day after PM Narendra Modi’s brother Prahlad Modi and his family met with an accident near Karnataka’s Mysore. All family members travelling in an SUV were admitted to a hospital after their car rammed into a road divider. PM Modi’s brother Prahlad Modi had sustained minor injuries in the accident. Heeraben Modi, the mother of Narendra Modi, turned 100 this June and made the headlines when she cast her vote in the recently-held Assembly elections in Gujarat. Heeraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is admitted at UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahemdabad and her health condition is stable, says the hospital pic.twitter.com/D6N4PF2FGC — ANI (@ANI) December 28, 2022 × #WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the residence of his mother Heeraben Modi, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat pic.twitter.com/eomBD0wTtc — ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2022 × PM Modi’s previous meeting with her mother Heeraben The last meeting between PM Narendra Modi and his mother Heeraben Modi happened on December 4 ahead of the assembly elections in Gujarat. PM Modi was seen in a video arriving at his mother's house in Gandhinagar to seek blessings before the crucial elections, in which Modi’s Bhartiya Janata Party registered a landslide victory. Narendra Modi’s blog on his mother On the special occasion of his mother Heeraben Modi’s 100th birthday this June, PM Modi penned a blog expressing his gratitude and love. In his blog, PM Modi touched upon the sacrifices his mother made and the hardships she faced throughout her life. "My mother is as simple as she is extraordinary. Just like all mothers! As I write about my mother, I am sure that many of you would relate to my description of her. While reading, you may even see your own mother’s image," PM Modi wrote in his blog. Heeraben Modi's personal details Heeraben Modi, the mother of one of the most powerful politicians in the world, was born in 1922 in Mehsana, Gujarat. She was married to Damodardas Mulchand Modi, PM Modi’s father, who was a tea seller. In 2015, in a famous interview with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, PM Modi became emotional while talking about his mother. PM Modi describes his mother as a “pillar of his life.” In May 2016, Heeraben Modi visited PM Modi at his official residence in New Delhi. In November 2016, she made the headlines when she supported her son’s decision of demonetisation. She was also seen standing in the ATM queue. Last year, she again grabbed the spotlight after getting inoculated with Covid-19 vaccines, inspiring other elderly people in the world to get vaccinated amidst anti-vaccine rumours. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the&nbsp;UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology &amp; Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Earlier in the day, Heeraben was admitted to the hospital after some discomfort and the doctors said her condition is stable.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>A statement issued by the hospital said, "Hon'ble Prime Minister's mother is admitted at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology &amp; Research Centre, Ahmedabad and her health condition is stable."</p>

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<p>Heeraben Modi turned 100 on June 18 this year. Prime Minister Modi often meets his mother. Recently, Modi met her&nbsp;on December 4, seeking her blessings ahead of the second and the final phase of voting in the Gujarat assembly elections.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the Prime Minister's brother Prahlad Damodar Das Modi and his family were injured in a car accident in Mysuru, Karnataka on Tuesday afternoon. The family was travelling to Bandipur in a car. The accident occurred when the driver lost control and hit the road divider.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prahlad Damodar Das Modi suffered injury on his chin. His son Mehul Prahlad Modi, daughter-in-law Jinal Modi and six-year-old grandson Menat Mehul Modi and driver Satyanarayana were also injured.</p>

<p>They were admitted to the JSS Hospital in Mysuru. On Wednesday, hospital authorities said the injured were being shifted to the general ward from the ICU. On the other hand, hospital sources told IANS&nbsp;that Prahlad and his family will remain in Mysuru for an additional two days following their discharge, while his grandson’s treatment will continue till Thursday.&nbsp;<br />
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Earlier in the day, Heeraben was admitted to the hospital after some discomfort and the doctors said her condition is stable. A statement issued by the hospital said, "Hon'ble Prime Minister's mother is admitted at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre, Ahmedabad and her health condition is stable." Heeraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is admitted at UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahemdabad and her health condition is stable, says the hospital pic.twitter.com/D6N4PF2FGC — ANI (@ANI) December 28, 2022 × Heeraben Modi turned 100 on June 18 this year. Prime Minister Modi often meets his mother. Recently, Modi met her on December 4, seeking her blessings ahead of the second and the final phase of voting in the Gujarat assembly elections. ALSO READ | Who is Prahlad Modi? Vocal critic of BJP and younger brother of PM Narendra Modi meets with car accident Meanwhile, the Prime Minister's brother Prahlad Damodar Das Modi and his family were injured in a car accident in Mysuru, Karnataka on Tuesday afternoon. The family was travelling to Bandipur in a car. The accident occurred when the driver lost control and hit the road divider. Prahlad Damodar Das Modi suffered injury on his chin. His son Mehul Prahlad Modi, daughter-in-law Jinal Modi and six-year-old grandson Menat Mehul Modi and driver Satyanarayana were also injured. They were admitted to the JSS Hospital in Mysuru. On Wednesday, hospital authorities said the injured were being shifted to the general ward from the ICU. On the other hand, hospital sources told IANS that Prahlad and his family will remain in Mysuru for an additional two days following their discharge, while his grandson’s treatment will continue till Thursday. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India’s PM visits mother at Ahmedabad hospital; her condition is stable, say doctors

Indian PM Narendra Modi addressed 96th edition of 'Mann ki Baat' which will be the last session in 2022. He talked about how India has achieved greater heights in the field of medical sciences, Yoga and Ayurveda and all other fields in which India achieved a milestone in 2022.

96th edition of Mann Ki Baat: PM Narendra Modi recounts India's achievements of 2022

The Indian Prime Minister spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin over a phone call. The call was to review several aspects of the bilateral relationship between the two nations.

Indian PM Narendra Modi speaks to his Russian counterpart, holds phone call

India has taken charge of G20 Presidency. On the final day of the summit, Indonesia's President Joko Widodo handed the chairmanship gavel to PM Narendra Modi. Priyanka Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: India takes charge of G20 Presidency

"India's G20 presidency coming at a time of crisis and chaos in the world. The world is going through the after-effects of disruptive once-in-a-century pandemic, conflicts and a lot of economic uncertainty. The symbol of the lotus in the G20 logo is a representation of hope in these times," said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India heads towards G20 presidency; to host summit in 2023

Indian PM Narendra Modi addressed 94th edition of 'Mann ki Baat'. He talked about how solar energy is transforming the lives of our nation's poor and middle classes.

94th edition of Mann Ki Baat: PM Narendra Modi talks about solar energy in India

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Ayodhya on the eve of Diwali, the festival of lights, where he inaugurated the grand 'Deepotsava celebrations'. Millions of diyas were lit in the town which is widely believed to be the birth place of Lord Rama.

India's Ayodhya turns into sparkling utopia on Diwali eve, over 1.5 mn diyas lit on Saryu's banks

The 90th Interpol General Assembly meeting has begun in New Delhi under the leadership of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. After 25 years, the Meeting is now being hosted in India. Today marks the start of Interpol's four-day General Assembly, which will end on the 21st of this month.

90th Interpol General Assembly: PM Modi to address delegations from 195 countries

<p>After a gap of 25 years, India is hosting an Interpol meeting. The 90th edition of the Interpol General Assembly meeting is currently being held in the nation's capital, New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday, speaking at the meeting which is being attended by 195 countries, the Indian Prime Minister in his speech said that India is a case study for the world in upholding diversity and democracy.</p>

<p>"In upholding diversity and democracy, India is a case study for the world. Over the last 99 years, Interpol has connected police organizations globally in 195 countries. This is despite differences in the legal framework."</p>

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<p>Calling attention to the fact that 2023 marks the 100th year anniversary of the organisation, Modi said "The Interpol is approaching a historic milestone."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Terrorism has developed a new form of online radicalism and digital fraud. All countries are working on developing strategies to address this form of terrorism," he said&nbsp;adding&nbsp;that "This is a call for universal cooperation to make the world a better place. India is one of the top contributors to the UN Peacekeeping Operations. From climate targets to COVID vaccines, India has shown the willingness to take the lead in any crisis."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per ANI, he also lauded the global police forces stating that they are the frontline responders during any crisis in the world.</p>

<p>The four-day event is being held from October 18-21 in New Delhi. 195 member countries are participating in the gathering of Ministers, police and intelligence chiefs of countries and heads of national central bureaus, and senior police officers are attending the event.</p>

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After a gap of 25 years, India is hosting an Interpol meeting. The 90th edition of the Interpol General Assembly meeting is currently being held in the nation's capital, New Delhi.

After a gap of 25 years, India is hosting an Interpol meeting. The 90th edition of the Interpol General Assembly meeting is currently being held in the nation's capital, New Delhi. On Tuesday, speaking at the meeting which is being attended by 195 countries, the Indian Prime Minister in his speech said that India is a case study for the world in upholding diversity and democracy. "In upholding diversity and democracy, India is a case study for the world. Over the last 99 years, Interpol has connected police organizations globally in 195 countries. This is despite differences in the legal framework." Also read | Two non-local labourers killed in South Kashmir attack, police arrests two LeT terrorists Calling attention to the fact that 2023 marks the 100th year anniversary of the organisation, Modi said "The Interpol is approaching a historic milestone." "Terrorism has developed a new form of online radicalism and digital fraud. All countries are working on developing strategies to address this form of terrorism," he said adding that "This is a call for universal cooperation to make the world a better place. India is one of the top contributors to the UN Peacekeeping Operations. From climate targets to COVID vaccines, India has shown the willingness to take the lead in any crisis." Also read | India: Six people, including two pilots die in a helicoper crash in Kedarnath As per ANI, he also lauded the global police forces stating that they are the frontline responders during any crisis in the world. The four-day event is being held from October 18-21 in New Delhi. 195 member countries are participating in the gathering of Ministers, police and intelligence chiefs of countries and heads of national central bureaus, and senior police officers are attending the event. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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On Tuesday, Japan bid a final farewell to its slain Ex-PM Shinzo Abe. The ceremony was attended by PM Narendra Modi & U.S. V-P Kamala Harris among other world leaders. The ceremony was also marked by protests from Japanese citizens. Why? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Japan bids final farewell to Shinzo Abe

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will depart for Tokyo on Monday evening to attend the state funeral of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, scheduled on Tuesday. During his visit, PM Modi will also hold bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida.

WION Dispatch: Indian PM Modi to fly to Tokyo to attend Shinzo Abe's funeral

"I was struck by the term that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif used - composite dialogue, in fact the process of composite dialogue begun in 1998 by his brother Nawaz Sharif and India's former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, so it's interesting that he's going by the same term," said fomer Indian diplomat, Vivek Katju.

'Stuck by the term Composite Dialogue used by Pak PM Sharif,' says former Indian diplomat

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of 22nd SCO summit in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. During this, PM Modi told Putin that this wasn’t the era of war, while also underlining the significance of democracy, dialogue and diplomacy.

'This is not as era of war': Indian PM Modi tells Russian President Putin on sidelines of SCO summit

From India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi releasing eight Cheetas in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park on his birthday to people assembling outside Windsor Castle to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth, here are some impactful images from around the world on 17 September 2022.

World in Pictures: PM Modi releases 8 Cheetahs in MP's Kuno; People pay respects to Queen Elizabeth

Decades after extinction, the Cheetahs are welcome on Indian soil after 70 years. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the Cheetahs that were brought from Namibia at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.

World's fastest land animal Cheetah returns to India after 70 years

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the cheetahs that were brought from Namibia at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. PM Modi called it a historic moment during his address to the nation.

Indian PM Modi releases Cheetahs brought from Namibia in MP's Kuno National Park

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has no plans to meet his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) being held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on September 15 and 16.

Reports: No plans for Modi-Shehbaz meeting on sidelines of SCO summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to have key bilateral meet with Russia's President Vladimir Putin, Iranian and Uzbek leaders. He will be exchanging his views on regional and international issues during his meet with the Russian President. PM Modi will also be discussing issues of strategic ability, situation in the Asia Pacific and bilateral cooperation within the United Nations and G20.

SCO summit day 2 : India's PM Modi to hold bilateral meet with Iranian, Uzbek and Russian leaders

It is day 2 of the SCO Summit and the world leaders have arrived at Samarkand, Uzbekistan for the meet. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan just a few moments ago. This is their meeting on the sidelines of the SCO Summit.

SCO Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi meets Turkish President

Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi meets world leaders at SCO summit, Uzbekistan. During his address PM Modi said that, "We are focussing on people-centric development model. We are supporting innovation in every sector."

22nd SCO Summit: PM Modi addresses SCO leaders, promotes India's innovation

Indian foreign ministry held media briefing ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Uzbekistan visit. During this, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said that PM Modi will reach Samarkand on Thursday evening for the SCO summit and is likely to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and some other leaders on the sidelines of the summit.

Indian foreign ministry briefing on SCO summit: PM Modi to travel to Uzbekistan today

India and France are marking 75 years of diplomatic relations. To further strengthen ties, the French foreign minister is in India for a three-day visit. The French foreign minister met the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

French foreign minister Catherine Colonna in New Delhi to strengthen ties

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization was formed in 2001 after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.The grouping includes Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The SCO has focused on regional security and counter-terrorism among other key focus areas.

What made India join the SCO?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Samarkand to attend the 22nd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, which is scheduled to be held on September 15-16. PM Modi is expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during the summit.

22nd SCO meet to be held in Uzbekistan, Indian PM Modi to meet Russia President Putin

As per reports, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi might hold some more one-to-one talks with other key leaders from the member countries with particular focus on China and Pakistan.

Leaders of India, China, Pakistan to be under same roof for SCO meet

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