<p>Rajnath Singh, a prominent BJP leader and the&nbsp;defence minister in the last Narendra Modi government, took oath on Sunday (June 9) as part of the cabinet in the historic third consecutive term of the Indian prime minister.</p>

<p>Singh has had a long political career spanning several decades, a journey that began in the early 1970s when he became associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).</p>

<p>His strong ideological foundation within the RSS set the stage for his subsequent political career.</p>

<h2><strong>Early life and education</strong></h2>

<p>Rajnath Singh was born on 10 July 1951 in Bhabhaura, Chandauli district of&nbsp;Uttar Pradesh. Singh earned a master’s degree in physics from Gorakhpur University.</p>

<p>His association with Hindu right-wing organisations started during his student days. Singh joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) when he was 13 years old. Between 1969 and 1971 he was the organisational secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP, the student wing of the RSS) in Gorakhpur. He became the general secretary of the RSS’s Mirzapur branch in 1972.</p>

<h2><strong>Political career&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Rajnath Singh entered active politics two years later, joining the Bharatiya Jana Sangh (Indian People’s Association), which was the political wing of the RSS and the precursor to the BJP.</p>

<p>Singh was arrested in 1975 during the state of emergency declared by then prime minister Indira Gandhi and was held in detention until 1977.</p>

<p>Following his release from jail that year, Singh was elected to the lower chamber of the Uttar Pradesh state legislature in his first run for public office.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The BJP was established in 1980, and three years later Singh was appointed secretary of the party in Uttar Pradesh. In 1984 he became the state president of the BJP’s youth wing, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM; Indian People’s Youth Movement) and in 1988 he was named as the national president.</p>

<p>After BJP's majority win in the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections in 1992, Singh was made the education minister.</p>

<h2><strong>Ministerial roles</strong></h2>

<p>Singh became a member of the Rajya Sabha (upper chamber of the Indian parliament) in 1994. In 1997 he was appointed president of the Uttar Pradesh branch of the BJP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 1999 Singh was elected as the minister of Surface Transport under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his brief tenure with the ministry, an ambitious program was launched to expand the national highway network, aiming to better connect India's major urban centers.</p>

<p>In 2000 Singh became the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. His term in office lasted less than a year and a half, as he was forced to step down in early 2002 after the BJP lost in state assembly elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2013, Singh was again elected as the president of the BJP, succeeding Nitin Gadkari, who had replaced him in 2009.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, Singh retained a seat in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections—part of a landslide BJP victory— and joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet as Minister of Home Affairs. He served in that role until 2019, when he was appointed Minister of Defense.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Rajnath Singh, a prominent BJP leader and the defence minister in the last Narendra Modi government, took oath on Sunday (June 9) as part of the cabinet in the historic third consecutive term of the Indian prime minister.

Rajnath Singh, a prominent BJP leader and the defence minister in the last Narendra Modi government, took oath on Sunday (June 9) as part of the cabinet in the historic third consecutive term of the Indian prime minister. Singh has had a long political career spanning several decades, a journey that began in the early 1970s when he became associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). His strong ideological foundation within the RSS set the stage for his subsequent political career. Early life and education Rajnath Singh was born on 10 July 1951 in Bhabhaura, Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh. Singh earned a master’s degree in physics from Gorakhpur University. His association with Hindu right-wing organisations started during his student days. Singh joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) when he was 13 years old. Between 1969 and 1971 he was the organisational secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP, the student wing of the RSS) in Gorakhpur. He became the general secretary of the RSS’s Mirzapur branch in 1972. Political career Rajnath Singh entered active politics two years later, joining the Bharatiya Jana Sangh (Indian People’s Association), which was the political wing of the RSS and the precursor to the BJP. Singh was arrested in 1975 during the state of emergency declared by then prime minister Indira Gandhi and was held in detention until 1977. Following his release from jail that year, Singh was elected to the lower chamber of the Uttar Pradesh state legislature in his first run for public office. The BJP was established in 1980, and three years later Singh was appointed secretary of the party in Uttar Pradesh. In 1984 he became the state president of the BJP’s youth wing, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM; Indian People’s Youth Movement) and in 1988 he was named as the national president. After BJP's majority win in the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections in 1992, Singh was made the education minister. Ministerial roles Singh became a member of the Rajya Sabha (upper chamber of the Indian parliament) in 1994. In 1997 he was appointed president of the Uttar Pradesh branch of the BJP. In 1999 Singh was elected as the minister of Surface Transport under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. During his brief tenure with the ministry, an ambitious program was launched to expand the national highway network, aiming to better connect India's major urban centers. In 2000 Singh became the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. His term in office lasted less than a year and a half, as he was forced to step down in early 2002 after the BJP lost in state assembly elections. In 2013, Singh was again elected as the president of the BJP, succeeding Nitin Gadkari, who had replaced him in 2009. Later, Singh retained a seat in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections—part of a landslide BJP victory— and joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet as Minister of Home Affairs. He served in that role until 2019, when he was appointed Minister of Defense. (With inputs from agencies)

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Narendra Modi will take oath as the prime minister for a third consecutive term on Sunday evening. Watch to know more.

PM Modi Oath ceremony: Narendra Modi set to take oath as PM for third term, security beefed-up

<p>Preparations are in full swing in India's capital, New Delhi, for the oath-taking ceremony of PM-designate Narendra Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. This will mark the historic third consecutive term for&nbsp;Modi as India's Prime Minister.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-as-pm-of-india-2024-oath-taking-ceremony-live-updates-list-of-members-of-parliament-730046"> Check all updates here</a></p>

<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has emerged victorious in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>Before the oath-taking ceremony scheduled at 7.15 pm local time, congratulations has been pouring in from various sections of the society. Indian celebrities such as Ajay Devgn, Rajinikanth, Anupam Kher, Anil Kapoor have shared their wishes for PM-elect Modi.</p>

<p>Actor Anupam Kher, who is a vocal supporter of PM-elect Modi, shared the invitation of the oath ceremony as he expressed his excitement for the historic evening. He wrote, ''As a citizen of India, this will be my third opportunity to attend the oath taking ceremony. This is very special. But the bigger thing than that is that the prime minister is #SameToSame The dialogue will also be the same this evening!!! I am Narendra Damodardas Modi... All hail! Jai Hind! 👏🙏🙏🏾🇮🇳.''</p>

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<p>Actor Anil Kapoor has also arrived in New Delhi to attend the PM-elect Modi's swearing in ceremony. Speaking to ANI&nbsp;said, “I just want the country to prosper, and continue on the path of prosperity. It is positive”.</p>

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<p>Congratulating PM Modi, Ajay Devgn wrote, ''Congratulations to Prime Minister&nbsp; @narendramodiJi on his re-election! Wishing continued success in guiding India towards prosperity and greatness with his wisdom and compassion.''</p>

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<p>Superstar Rajinikanth, who will attend the oath ceremony, said, “I am going to take part in the swearing-in ceremony... It is a very historic event… Assuming office for the third consecutive term is Narendra Modi’s big achievement, my hearty greetings to him. People have elected a robust opposition which is a healthy sign for democracy.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Singer Kailash Kher told ANI, "I congratulate all the people of the country for choosing a strong government for the third...In the history of the country, he (Narendra Modi) is the second PM who has been selected for the third term...The NDA is forming the government again under the vision and leadership of PM Modi and today we are here to attend this ceremony..."</p>

<p>Several Bollywood celebrities, dignitaries, politicians and leaders from neighbouring countries are&nbsp;attending Narendra Modi’s oath-taking ceremony.&nbsp;</p>


Preparations are in full swing in India's capital, New Delhi, for the oath-taking ceremony of PM-designate Narendra Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. This will mark the historic third consecutive term for Modi as India's Prime Minister.

Preparations are in full swing in India's capital, New Delhi, for the oath-taking ceremony of PM-designate Narendra Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. This will mark the historic third consecutive term for Modi as India's Prime Minister. Check all updates here The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has emerged victorious in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Before the oath-taking ceremony scheduled at 7.15 pm local time, congratulations has been pouring in from various sections of the society. Indian celebrities such as Ajay Devgn, Rajinikanth, Anupam Kher, Anil Kapoor have shared their wishes for PM-elect Modi. Actor Anupam Kher, who is a vocal supporter of PM-elect Modi, shared the invitation of the oath ceremony as he expressed his excitement for the historic evening. He wrote, ''As a citizen of India, this will be my third opportunity to attend the oath taking ceremony. This is very special. But the bigger thing than that is that the prime minister is #SameToSame The dialogue will also be the same this evening!!! I am Narendra Damodardas Modi... All hail! Jai Hind! 👏🙏🙏🏾🇮🇳.'' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) × Actor Anil Kapoor has also arrived in New Delhi to attend the PM-elect Modi's swearing in ceremony. Speaking to ANI said, “I just want the country to prosper, and continue on the path of prosperity. It is positive”. #WATCH | On PM-designate Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony, Actor Anil Kapoor says "I just want the country to prosper." pic.twitter.com/gxnWd4lve8 — ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2024 × Congratulating PM Modi, Ajay Devgn wrote, ''Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodiJi on his re-election! Wishing continued success in guiding India towards prosperity and greatness with his wisdom and compassion.'' Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji on his re-election! Wishing continued success in guiding India towards prosperity and greatness with his wisdom and compassion. — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) June 9, 2024 × Superstar Rajinikanth, who will attend the oath ceremony, said, “I am going to take part in the swearing-in ceremony... It is a very historic event… Assuming office for the third consecutive term is Narendra Modi’s big achievement, my hearty greetings to him. People have elected a robust opposition which is a healthy sign for democracy.” #WATCH | Delhi: Actor Rajinikanth says, "I am going to take part in the swearing-in ceremony... It is a very historic event. I congratulate PM Modi Ji for becoming the prime minister for the consecutive third time..." pic.twitter.com/zdcrdZ2kSm — ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2024 × Singer Kailash Kher told ANI, "I congratulate all the people of the country for choosing a strong government for the third...In the history of the country, he (Narendra Modi) is the second PM who has been selected for the third term...The NDA is forming the government again under the vision and leadership of PM Modi and today we are here to attend this ceremony..." Several Bollywood celebrities, dignitaries, politicians and leaders from neighbouring countries are attending Narendra Modi’s oath-taking ceremony.

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<p>Ahead of his India visit for the oath-taking ceremony of&nbsp;Narendra Modi for the third&nbsp;term as prime minister, Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that "Maldives-India relations is heading in the&nbsp;positive direction".</p>

<p>The President was invited for the ceremony along with leaders of Mauritius, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal. This will be the first visit of Muizzu&nbsp;to Delhi since assuming charge last year.</p>

<p>Accepting the invitation that was personally handed over by Indian High Commissioner to Maldives Munu Mahawar, the "President expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for the invitation, adding that he would be honored to attend this historic event", a Maldives statement said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-election-2024/maldives-president-muizzu-likely-to-attend-pm-modis-oath-ceremony-729782">Maldives President Muizzu accepts invitation to attend Modi’s oath ceremony: Report</a></p>

<p>The statement added&nbsp;that "he looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to further strengthen the&nbsp;close relations&nbsp;with India".</p>

<p>The Indian High commissioner presented the letter of invitation to the president during a courtesy call at the President's Office.</p>

<p>The president thanked the High Commissioner for personally delivering the invitation.</p>

<p>A bilateral meeting is also expected between the two leaders post the ceremony. This will be the second&nbsp;such in-person meet between the two&nbsp;leaders since the Dubai meet last year.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Uptick in ties was seen between the two countries in the last few weeks after a lull over new Maldives government's demand over removal of Indian troops over sovereignty issues.</p>

<p>The Indian troops were eventually replaced with civilian Indian personnel manning Indian assets for humanitarian purposes.</p>

<p>Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer had travelled to India in May, during which the key focus was debt relief from India.</p>

<p>New Delhi, meanwhile, has continued its development partnership with the Maldives.</p>


Ahead of his India visit for the oath-taking ceremony of Narendra Modi for the third term as prime minister, Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that "Maldives-India relations is heading in the positive direction".

Ahead of his India visit for the oath-taking ceremony of Narendra Modi for the third term as prime minister, Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that "Maldives-India relations is heading in the positive direction". The President was invited for the ceremony along with leaders of Mauritius, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal. This will be the first visit of Muizzu to Delhi since assuming charge last year. Accepting the invitation that was personally handed over by Indian High Commissioner to Maldives Munu Mahawar, the "President expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for the invitation, adding that he would be honored to attend this historic event", a Maldives statement said. Also read: Maldives President Muizzu accepts invitation to attend Modi’s oath ceremony: Report The statement added that "he looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to further strengthen the close relations with India". The Indian High commissioner presented the letter of invitation to the president during a courtesy call at the President's Office. The president thanked the High Commissioner for personally delivering the invitation. A bilateral meeting is also expected between the two leaders post the ceremony. This will be the second such in-person meet between the two leaders since the Dubai meet last year. Uptick in ties was seen between the two countries in the last few weeks after a lull over new Maldives government's demand over removal of Indian troops over sovereignty issues. The Indian troops were eventually replaced with civilian Indian personnel manning Indian assets for humanitarian purposes. Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer had travelled to India in May, during which the key focus was debt relief from India. New Delhi, meanwhile, has continued its development partnership with the Maldives.

Ahead of his India visit for Modi swearing-in, Maldives Prez Muizzu says ties heading in positive direction

<p>Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has reportedly accepted the invitation to attend Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday (June 9), media reports said.</p>

<p>This comes amid tough times in bilateral ties as Muizzu was elected on an anti-India plank.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-meets-president-murmu-stakes-claim-to-form-government-in-centre-729688">PM-designate Modi meets President Murmu, stakes claim to form government</a></p>

<p>A news portal Edition.mv quoted its sister publication in Dhivehi, Mihaaru News, as saying that President Muizzu will leave for New Delhi on Saturday (June 8) for the swearing-in ceremony, accompanied by several senior government officials.</p>

<p><img alt="Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has accepted the invitation to attend Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony on Sunday. (X/@presidencymv)" src="https://images.indianexpress.com/2024/06/WhatsApp-Image-2024-06-08-at-10.53.37-1.jpeg?w=640" /></p>

<p>It is worth mentioning that leaders of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Mauritius and Seychelles have also been invited to the ceremony.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-lok-sabha-elections-2024-rahul-gandhi-to-appear-before-court-in-connection-to-bjp-defamation-case-729535">Modi to take oath as prime minister of India on June 9</a></p>

<p>The official confirmations have been received from Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda.</p>

<p><strong>Slide in India-Maldives relations</strong></p>

<p>Immediately after coming to power in November 2023, Muizzu, who is seen as pro-China, had asked India to withdraw its military personnel from the island country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In February, India and the Maldives agreed that India would withdraw all its approximately 80 military personnel stationed in the Maldives between March 10 and May 10.</p>

<p>This withdrawal was completed by May 10. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the military personnel have returned and have been replaced by "competent Indian technical personnel."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-meets-president-murmu-stakes-claim-to-form-government-in-centre-729688">PM-designate Modi meets President Murmu, stakes claim to form government at centre</a></p>

<p>Interestingly, on Wednesday (June 5), Muizzu congratulated Modi and voiced his desire to work with the Indian Prime Minister to advance bilateral ties.</p>

<p>“Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for our two countries,” Muizzu posted on X.</p>

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Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has reportedly accepted the invitation to attend Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday (June 9), media reports said.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has reportedly accepted the invitation to attend Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday (June 9), media reports said. This comes amid tough times in bilateral ties as Muizzu was elected on an anti-India plank. Also read: PM-designate Modi meets President Murmu, stakes claim to form government A news portal Edition.mv quoted its sister publication in Dhivehi, Mihaaru News, as saying that President Muizzu will leave for New Delhi on Saturday (June 8) for the swearing-in ceremony, accompanied by several senior government officials. It is worth mentioning that leaders of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Mauritius and Seychelles have also been invited to the ceremony. Also read: Modi to take oath as prime minister of India on June 9 The official confirmations have been received from Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda. Slide in India-Maldives relations Immediately after coming to power in November 2023, Muizzu, who is seen as pro-China, had asked India to withdraw its military personnel from the island country. In February, India and the Maldives agreed that India would withdraw all its approximately 80 military personnel stationed in the Maldives between March 10 and May 10. This withdrawal was completed by May 10. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the military personnel have returned and have been replaced by "competent Indian technical personnel." Also read: PM-designate Modi meets President Murmu, stakes claim to form government at centre Interestingly, on Wednesday (June 5), Muizzu congratulated Modi and voiced his desire to work with the Indian Prime Minister to advance bilateral ties. “Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for our two countries,” Muizzu posted on X. Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi, and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for… — Dr Mohamed Muizzu (@MMuizzu) June 4, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

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