PM Modi will inaugurate Phase-1 of the Navi Mumbai International Airport and the final phase of Mumbai Metro Line-3 today.

PM Modi Inaugurates Navi Mumbai Airport; First Airport in India to Be Connected by Water Taxi

PM Modi will inaugurate Phase-1 of the Navi Mumbai International Airport and the final phase of Mumbai Metro Line-3 today.


PM Modi to inaugurate Navi Mumbai Airport: India’s first fully digital hub handling 90 Mn passengers

Fifteen people were killed after boulders struck a bus amid a landslide in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday (Oct 7) evening. The incident happened in the Balughat area of Jhanduta subdivision after the region received heavy rainfall. Officials have recovered 15 bodies from the mangled remains of the bus so far. There were about 25-30 passengers in the bus.The police said that the accident happened about 6:30 pm when the landslide triggered by the heavy rain hit the bus, which was travelling from Marottan to Ghumariwin. At least three people from the bus have been rescued by the authorities and admitted to a hospital in Berthin.According to the police, a portion of the mountain fell on the private bus. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing, and emergency services are working to remove debris. The bus was crushed by stones and debris falling on its roof.On Tuesday (Oct 7), Bilaspur recorded 12.7 mm of rainfall. Following the incident, local authorities, police, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams rushed to the site.<h2>PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia</h2>Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sadness and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the accident.“Saddened by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000,” PM Modi said.Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said, “The news of the devastating landslide near Balughat (Bhalla Bridge) in the Jhanduta Assembly constituency of Bilaspur district has shaken me to the core.”“Rescue operations are ongoing at a war footing. Instructions have been given to the authorities to deploy their full machinery. I am in touch with the local administration and am continuously receiving moment-by-moment updates on the entire rescue operation. May God grant peace to the departed souls and provide strength to the grieving families. In this difficult time, I stand with all the affected families,” he added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">बिलासपुर ज़िला के झंडूता विधानसभा क्षेत्र के बालूघाट (भल्लू पुल) के पास हुए भीषण भूस्खलन की ख़बर ने मन को भीतर तक झकझोर दिया है। इस भारी भूस्खलन में एक प्राइवेट बस के चपेट में आने से 10 लोगों के निधन का दु:खद समाचार मिला है और कई अन्य के मलबे में दबे होने की आशंका है। रेस्क्यू… <a href="https://t.co/GBZslb36CP">pic.twitter.com/GBZslb36CP</a>&mdash; Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu (@SukhuSukhvinder) <a href="https://twitter.com/SukhuSukhvinder/status/1975575054927724683?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

On Tuesday (Oct 7), Bilaspur recorded 12.7 mm of rainfall. Following the incident, local authorities, police, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams rushed to the site.

Fifteen people were killed after boulders struck a bus amid a landslide in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday (Oct 7) evening. The incident happened in the Balughat area of Jhanduta subdivision after the region received heavy rainfall. Officials have recovered 15 bodies from the mangled remains of the bus so far. There were about 25-30 passengers in the bus. The police said that the accident happened about 6:30 pm when the landslide triggered by the heavy rain hit the bus, which was travelling from Marottan to Ghumariwin. At least three people from the bus have been rescued by the authorities and admitted to a hospital in Berthin. According to the police, a portion of the mountain fell on the private bus. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing, and emergency services are working to remove debris. The bus was crushed by stones and debris falling on its roof. On Tuesday (Oct 7), Bilaspur recorded 12.7 mm of rainfall. Following the incident, local authorities, police, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams rushed to the site. PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sadness and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the accident. “Saddened by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000,” PM Modi said. Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said, “The news of the devastating landslide near Balughat (Bhalla Bridge) in the Jhanduta Assembly constituency of Bilaspur district has shaken me to the core.” “Rescue operations are ongoing at a war footing. Instructions have been given to the authorities to deploy their full machinery. I am in touch with the local administration and am continuously receiving moment-by-moment updates on the entire rescue operation. May God grant peace to the departed souls and provide strength to the grieving families. In this difficult time, I stand with all the affected families,” he added.

On Tuesday (Oct 7), Bilaspur recorded 12.7 mm of rainfall. Following the incident, local authorities, police, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams rushed to the site.

Bilaspur landslide: At least 15 killed after boulders hit bus; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

On Friday, the Indian Air Force reaffirmed that its armed forces shot down five Pakistani jets during Operation Sindoor in May. This statement was reiterated by Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, following recent remarks by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the UN, where he presented a distorted account of India’s military operation.


BREAKING | IAF Chief Reveals F-16, JF-17 Among Five Pak Jets Downed During Op Sindoor

Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a big statement on U.S. tariff policies, emphasizing that India will not accept humiliation and expressing confidence that Prime Minister Modi will protect India’s interests. The remarks come amid rising tensions over trade and economic measures imposed by the United States.

Putin Hits Out At US Tariffs & Backs PM Modi, Says 'India Won't Accept Humiliation' 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet in Malaysia, marking the first high-level India–U.S. discussion since the tariff disputes shook bilateral trade relations. The meeting is expected to focus on reviving economic cooperation, addressing trade imbalances, and exploring strategic partnerships in technology, defense, and energy. Watch the video to know more on this! 

PM Modi & Trump To Meet In Malaysia Amid India-US Tariff War 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned that although infiltration and external forces have historically posed risks to India's unity, the greater challenge today lies in demographic changes that threaten social equality. Speaking at the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in New Delhi on Wednesday, PM Modi emphasised India's strength rests in its “unity in diversity”. However, he warned that divisions fuelled by caste, language, regionalism, and extremist ideology could erode the country's foundation if left unchecked.&nbsp;"Social equality means establishing social justice by giving priority to the deprived and promoting national unity. Today, crises are emerging that directly attack our unity, culture, and security. Extremist thinking, regionalism, disputes over caste, language, and divisions instigated by external forces. All these countless challenges lie before us," he said.<h3>PM Modi says social equality faces a major challenge</h3>He added that unity in diversity has always remained the soul of India, warning that "if this principle is broken, the nation’s strength will also be weakened." While emphasising the need to continuously uphold and strengthen this value, PM Modi underscored that today, social equality faces a major challenge from demographic change rather than from infiltration.&nbsp;"Unity in diversity has always been India's soul. If this strength is broken, India will weaken... Social harmony faces a big threat from infiltrators causing a demographic shift. This question concerns our internal security and future. This is why I announced the Demographic Mission from the Red Fort. We need to stay alert and fight this challenge," he also said, news agency ANI reported.

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Describing it as a matter linked to internal security and lasting peace, he said this was the reason he had launched the Demographic Mission from the Red Fort, urging citizens to stay alert and address the challenge with commitment.&nbsp;Prime Minister Modi added that, just as challenges have evolved, the nature of the nation’s struggles today is also different. "Economic dependence on other countries is a conspiracy to break our unity. There's a conspiracy to change our demographics," he warned.&nbsp;&nbsp;Expressing approval of the government’s response, he said he was “very satisfied” with the speed at which these issues were being addressed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that unity in diversity has always remained the soul of India, warning that "if this principle is broken, the nation’s strength will also be weakened."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi cautioned that although infiltration and external forces have historically posed risks to India's unity, the greater challenge today lies in demographic changes that threaten social equality. Speaking at the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in New Delhi on Wednesday, PM Modi emphasised India's strength rests in its “unity in diversity”. However, he warned that divisions fuelled by caste, language, regionalism, and extremist ideology could erode the country's foundation if left unchecked. "Social equality means establishing social justice by giving priority to the deprived and promoting national unity. Today, crises are emerging that directly attack our unity, culture, and security. Extremist thinking, regionalism, disputes over caste, language, and divisions instigated by external forces. All these countless challenges lie before us," he said. PM Modi says social equality faces a major challenge He added that unity in diversity has always remained the soul of India, warning that "if this principle is broken, the nation’s strength will also be weakened." While emphasising the need to continuously uphold and strengthen this value, PM Modi underscored that today, social equality faces a major challenge from demographic change rather than from infiltration. "Unity in diversity has always been India's soul. If this strength is broken, India will weaken... Social harmony faces a big threat from infiltrators causing a demographic shift. This question concerns our internal security and future. This is why I announced the Demographic Mission from the Red Fort. We need to stay alert and fight this challenge," he also said, news agency ANI reported.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that unity in diversity has always remained the soul of India, warning that "if this principle is broken, the nation’s strength will also be weakened."

'Demographic change, extremist thinking, caste, regionalism could erode India's foundation': PM Modi

The Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar has welcomed PM Modi's statement on Trump Gaza peace plan. Speaking to&nbsp;WION's Sidhant Sibal, Ambassador said,'we welcome the statement of PM Modi, it is a great sign that we have India with us, with the International vision to ending the war in Gaza". Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan, calls for an immediate end to the war upon acceptance by both sides, with Hamas releasing all Israeli hostages within 72 hours in exchange for Israel's release of 250 life-sentence prisoners and 1,700 Gazans detained post-October 7, 2023.Earlier in the day, PM Modi, welcomed President Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict which he said, 'provides a viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people'. Asked, if any plans on India joining the stabilization force, he said, 'it's up to India. India has lot to contribute'Sidhant Sibal: How do you see India's role in the peace plan?&nbsp;PM Modi has welcomed President Trump's peace plan?Reuven Azar: We welcome the statement by PM Modi, it is a great sign that we have India with us, with the International vision to ending the war in Gaza.&nbsp;Think that we share the principles and the ideology that is necessary in order to promote peace in our region, rejecting terrorism, committing to de radicalization and creating Development and Environment. So I hope this works.Sidhant Sibal: Do you see India joining the stabilizing force?Reuven Azar: It is upto India. India indeed has a lot to contribute. Only three weeks ago we had here a delegation from the finance ministry that invited Indian infrastructure companies to build Israel. We're going to issue tenders more than $200 billion in the next 10 years. And for sure, the Gaza reconstruction will need a lot of effort as well. So yes, India has a lot to offer.Sidhant Sibal: We hope we saw the Pakistani side also joining in welcoming it. And we have seen there has been engagement between the Pakistan side and the US President. How do you see the Pakistani role? And do you see a moment in future where the Pakistani government also recognizes the State of Israel?Reuven Azar: Well, I&nbsp;hope so. I think that the fact that Arab and Muslim countries have joined this vision, gives me a lot of room for hope, because until now, there was this gap we had that we could jump to the Palestinian statehood without the preconditions of it, without actually creating reform, without committing to peace, without recognizing Israel. And the fact that countries have adopted Trump's vision for that is something that is very positive. The mere fact that countries in West Asia, in this region, are actually committed to rejecting terrorism is a very positive thing, I think, for you as well.Sidhant Sibal: So my final question to you is about this peace plan. How hopeful are you that it will be successful and it will lead to a lasting peace in the region?Reuven Azar: I am hopeful. The region is very tired. We are tired from this war. We want to see an end to it, and when the international community unites around the goals,&nbsp;demilitarization of the Gaza strip,&nbsp;committing to reforms, this is a very important development that gives me hope, because for a long time, Sidhant, countries have been ignoring these facts. I hope that this time it will work.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: If it doesn't work?Reuven Azar: it is very clear, by statements of President Trump and PM Netanyahu. We will have to take military action. We hope it doesn't happen, but it could happen if Hamas doesn't.&nbsp;

Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar praised PM Modi’s support for Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, highlighting India’s potential role in stabilisation, reconstruction, demilitarisation, and promoting long-term regional peace.

The Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar has welcomed PM Modi's statement on Trump Gaza peace plan. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, Ambassador said,'we welcome the statement of PM Modi, it is a great sign that we have India with us, with the International vision to ending the war in Gaza". Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan, calls for an immediate end to the war upon acceptance by both sides, with Hamas releasing all Israeli hostages within 72 hours in exchange for Israel's release of 250 life-sentence prisoners and 1,700 Gazans detained post-October 7, 2023. Earlier in the day, PM Modi, welcomed President Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict which he said, 'provides a viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people'. Asked, if any plans on India joining the stabilization force, he said, 'it's up to India. India has lot to contribute' Sidhant Sibal: How do you see India's role in the peace plan? PM Modi has welcomed President Trump's peace plan? Reuven Azar: We welcome the statement by PM Modi, it is a great sign that we have India with us, with the International vision to ending the war in Gaza. Think that we share the principles and the ideology that is necessary in order to promote peace in our region, rejecting terrorism, committing to de radicalization and creating Development and Environment. So I hope this works. Sidhant Sibal: Do you see India joining the stabilizing force? Reuven Azar: It is upto India. India indeed has a lot to contribute. Only three weeks ago we had here a delegation from the finance ministry that invited Indian infrastructure companies to build Israel. We're going to issue tenders more than $200 billion in the next 10 years. And for sure, the Gaza reconstruction will need a lot of effort as well. So yes, India has a lot to offer. Sidhant Sibal: We hope we saw the Pakistani side also joining in welcoming it. And we have seen there has been engagement between the Pakistan side and the US President. How do you see the Pakistani role? And do you see a moment in future where the Pakistani government also recognizes the State of Israel? Reuven Azar: Well, I hope so. I think that the fact that Arab and Muslim countries have joined this vision, gives me a lot of room for hope, because until now, there was this gap we had that we could jump to the Palestinian statehood without the preconditions of it, without actually creating reform, without committing to peace, without recognizing Israel. And the fact that countries have adopted Trump's vision for that is something that is very positive. The mere fact that countries in West Asia, in this region, are actually committed to rejecting terrorism is a very positive thing, I think, for you as well. Sidhant Sibal: So my final question to you is about this peace plan. How hopeful are you that it will be successful and it will lead to a lasting peace in the region? Reuven Azar: I am hopeful. The region is very tired. We are tired from this war. We want to see an end to it, and when the international community unites around the goals, demilitarization of the Gaza strip, committing to reforms, this is a very important development that gives me hope, because for a long time, Sidhant, countries have been ignoring these facts. I hope that this time it will work. Sidhant Sibal: If it doesn't work? Reuven Azar: it is very clear, by statements of President Trump and PM Netanyahu. We will have to take military action. We hope it doesn't happen, but it could happen if Hamas doesn't.

Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar praised PM Modi’s support for Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, highlighting India’s potential role in stabilisation, reconstruction, demilitarisation, and promoting long-term regional peace.

Israel welcomes PM Modi's comments on Trump's Gaza Peace plan

Congress on Monday (Sep 29) slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his post after the Indian team’s victory in the Asia Cup 2025 against Pakistan. This comes after India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the tournament at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sep 29). Congratulating the Indian team, PM Modi drew parallels with the Operation Sindoor, which was launched by the Indian Army in response to the deadly Pahalgam attack on April 22 this year.&nbsp;Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the prime minister’s saying, “Prime Minister ji, first of all, it is not right to compare a cricket match to a battlefield.”&nbsp;“Second, if you have made the comparison anyway, then you need to learn from the Indian team that when you are close to victory, good captains do not ceasefire on the orders of any third umpire,” he added in his post on X.&nbsp;<h2>What did PM Modi say?</h2>&nbsp;In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Operation Sindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same – India wins! Congrats to our cricketers.”&nbsp;Responding to the prime minister’s congratulatory message, Suryakumar Yadav responded by saying that it felt good as the nation’s leader himself “bats on the front foot.”&nbsp;He added, “It felt like he took the strike and scored runs. It was great to see, and when the sir is standing in front, then definitely the players will play freely.”&nbsp;After their win, the Indian Team denied receiving the coveted Asia Cup trophy from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi, who also happens to be the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and an interior minister in the serving Pakistani government. Upon learning about India’s stance, the ACC held internal discussions to find a middle ground.&nbsp;

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the prime minister’s saying, “Prime Minister ji, first of all, it is not right to compare a cricket match to a battlefield.”

Congress on Monday (Sep 29) slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his post after the Indian team’s victory in the Asia Cup 2025 against Pakistan. This comes after India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the tournament at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sep 29). Congratulating the Indian team, PM Modi drew parallels with the Operation Sindoor, which was launched by the Indian Army in response to the deadly Pahalgam attack on April 22 this year. Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the prime minister’s saying, “Prime Minister ji, first of all, it is not right to compare a cricket match to a battlefield.” “Second, if you have made the comparison anyway, then you need to learn from the Indian team that when you are close to victory, good captains do not ceasefire on the orders of any third umpire,” he added in his post on X. What did PM Modi say? In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Operation Sindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same – India wins! Congrats to our cricketers.” Responding to the prime minister’s congratulatory message, Suryakumar Yadav responded by saying that it felt good as the nation’s leader himself “bats on the front foot.” He added, “It felt like he took the strike and scored runs. It was great to see, and when the sir is standing in front, then definitely the players will play freely.” After their win, the Indian Team denied receiving the coveted Asia Cup trophy from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi, who also happens to be the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and an interior minister in the serving Pakistani government. Upon learning about India’s stance, the ACC held internal discussions to find a middle ground.

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the prime minister’s saying, “Prime Minister ji, first of all, it is not right to compare a cricket match to a battlefield.”

‘Not right to compare…’: Congress attacks PM Modi’s Operation Sindoor remark after India’s Asia Cup victory

The largest-ever contract worth Rs 66,500 crore for 97 Tejas Mark-1A fighters is now all set to be inked with Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL), though the IAF is yet to get even the first such `improved’ jet of the 83 ordered earlier for Rs 46,898 crore in Feb 2021.

PM Modi seals the deal: ₹62,370 crore agreement with HALC for 97 Tejas fighter jets

The Trump tariff pressure on India does not seem to work much as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India-Russia ties at the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) in Greater Noida. Speaking during the inauguration, PM Modi called Russia a "time-tested partner".&nbsp;"I am happy that more than 2,250 exhibitors are displaying their products and services. Russia is the partner country of this year's trade show. We are strengthening a time-tested partnership through this trade show," said Modi at the trade show.&nbsp;He highlighted that an assault rifle-manufacturing facility is being built in Amethi district's Korwa by Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt. Ltd, which is a joint venture of Indian DPSUs and Russia's Concern Kalashnikov and Rosoboronexport. The factory will be able to produce over 6,00,000 AK-203 assault rifles.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/what-is-the-ak-203-rifle-india-set-to-manufacture-it-with-russian-collaboration-1758796622796">What is the AK-203 rifle? India set to manufacture it with Russian collaboration</a>&nbsp;"Our forces want to reduce their dependence on other nations. We are developing a vibrant defence sector in India... Very soon, in the factory set up with the help of Russia, we will begin manufacturing the AK-203 rifles. A defence corridor is being built in UP," PM Modi said.&nbsp;PM Modi also spoke on GST reform saying it is an ongoing process that it will strengthen the Indian economy further, and lead to greater savings for the people.&nbsp;“We are not going to stop here… As the economy strengthens further, the tax burden will keep going down… With countrymen’s blessings, reforms in GST will continue,” the Prime Minister said at the trade show.&nbsp;He also highlighted how his government at the Centre took the step of removing those earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually from the income tax, under the GST 2.0 reforms.&nbsp;Modi also pointed to the efforts being taken to develop a vibrant defence sector and create an ecosystem where every component is indigenously made. &nbsp;

PM Modi also highlighted how his government took the step of removing those earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually from the income tax, under the GST 2.0 reforms.

The Trump tariff pressure on India does not seem to work much as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India-Russia ties at the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) in Greater Noida. Speaking during the inauguration, PM Modi called Russia a "time-tested partner". "I am happy that more than 2,250 exhibitors are displaying their products and services. Russia is the partner country of this year's trade show. We are strengthening a time-tested partnership through this trade show," said Modi at the trade show. He highlighted that an assault rifle-manufacturing facility is being built in Amethi district's Korwa by Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt. Ltd, which is a joint venture of Indian DPSUs and Russia's Concern Kalashnikov and Rosoboronexport. The factory will be able to produce over 6,00,000 AK-203 assault rifles. Also Read: What is the AK-203 rifle? India set to manufacture it with Russian collaboration "Our forces want to reduce their dependence on other nations. We are developing a vibrant defence sector in India... Very soon, in the factory set up with the help of Russia, we will begin manufacturing the AK-203 rifles. A defence corridor is being built in UP," PM Modi said. PM Modi also spoke on GST reform saying it is an ongoing process that it will strengthen the Indian economy further, and lead to greater savings for the people. “We are not going to stop here… As the economy strengthens further, the tax burden will keep going down… With countrymen’s blessings, reforms in GST will continue,” the Prime Minister said at the trade show. He also highlighted how his government at the Centre took the step of removing those earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually from the income tax, under the GST 2.0 reforms. Modi also pointed to the efforts being taken to develop a vibrant defence sector and create an ecosystem where every component is indigenously made.

PM Modi also highlighted how his government took the step of removing those earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually from the income tax, under the GST 2.0 reforms.

Modi refuses to buckle under Trump tariff pressure, hails India-Russia ties as 'time tested'

The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has said that the meeting between PM Modi, and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Tianjin SCO summit brought a "new level of improvement" in ties. The meeting, on 31st August, was the 2nd bilateral meeting between the 2 leaders since the meeting on the sidelines of the Kazan BRICS summit last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking at the country's national day celebrations, Ambassador Feihong said, "we stand ready to work with the Indian side to follow the guidance of the important common understandings between our two leaders, and advance China-India relations on the track of sound and stable development".&nbsp;Both sides are working to start direct flights that have been suspended since the COVID pandemic. Earlier this year, the Kailash Mansarovar yatra resumed as well,&nbsp;with the first batch of Indian pilgrims going to the holy mountain. More than 700 official pilgrims and nearly 20,000 private pilgrims have been to the Kailash pilgrimage this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Ambassador called the 2 countries to "uphold a strategic perspective" and as two "major ancient civilizations and large developing countries, the relationship between China and India has transcended bilateral scope and bears global and strategic significance". He said, China-India economic and trade cooperation "continues to expand and has great potential".&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;From January to August this year, bilateral trade in goods grew 10.4% year on year to 102 billion USD.&nbsp; By September 22nd, the Chinese embassy and consulates in India&nbsp;had&nbsp;issued over 265,000 visas to Indian citizens. Ties between the 2 Asian major economies were on a downward trajectory after the 2020 Galwan clashes.&nbsp;In what is a clear message to Washington, DC, the ambassador said, India and China should "&nbsp;firmly oppose" any "form of tariff and trade wars, jointly defend the common interests of the Global South, and build a community with a shared future for humanity." Trump has imposed tariffs on both India and China. During his UNGA address, Trump singled out both countries for being the "primary funders" of the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;

Xu Feihong called the both countries to "uphold a strategic perspective" and as two "major ancient civilizations and large developing countries, the relationship between China and India has transcended bilateral scope and bears global and strategic significance".

The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has said that the meeting between PM Modi, and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Tianjin SCO summit brought a "new level of improvement" in ties. The meeting, on 31st August, was the 2nd bilateral meeting between the 2 leaders since the meeting on the sidelines of the Kazan BRICS summit last year. Speaking at the country's national day celebrations, Ambassador Feihong said, "we stand ready to work with the Indian side to follow the guidance of the important common understandings between our two leaders, and advance China-India relations on the track of sound and stable development". Both sides are working to start direct flights that have been suspended since the COVID pandemic. Earlier this year, the Kailash Mansarovar yatra resumed as well, with the first batch of Indian pilgrims going to the holy mountain. More than 700 official pilgrims and nearly 20,000 private pilgrims have been to the Kailash pilgrimage this year. The Ambassador called the 2 countries to "uphold a strategic perspective" and as two "major ancient civilizations and large developing countries, the relationship between China and India has transcended bilateral scope and bears global and strategic significance". He said, China-India economic and trade cooperation "continues to expand and has great potential". From January to August this year, bilateral trade in goods grew 10.4% year on year to 102 billion USD. By September 22nd, the Chinese embassy and consulates in India had issued over 265,000 visas to Indian citizens. Ties between the 2 Asian major economies were on a downward trajectory after the 2020 Galwan clashes. In what is a clear message to Washington, DC, the ambassador said, India and China should " firmly oppose" any "form of tariff and trade wars, jointly defend the common interests of the Global South, and build a community with a shared future for humanity." Trump has imposed tariffs on both India and China. During his UNGA address, Trump singled out both countries for being the "primary funders" of the war in Ukraine.

Xu Feihong called the both countries to "uphold a strategic perspective" and as two "major ancient civilizations and large developing countries, the relationship between China and India has transcended bilateral scope and bears global and strategic significance".

'New Level of Improvement' in India, China ties after PM Modi, Prez Xi meet: Amb Xu Feihong

India-UK:: Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister, is to make his first official visit to India in October since assuming office in July last year, and will attend the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025 in Mumbai and meet PM Modi.


India-UK: PM Keir Starmer Likely to Visit India in October, To Attend Global Gintech Fest | WION 

In his address to the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Sep 21) hailed the implementation of Goods and Services Tax 2.0 reforms, adding that the government is gifting a ‘double bonanza’ to the neo middle class of the country. He expressed wishes for the festival of Navratri, which will begin tomorrow. The GST reforms, which will include only a 5 per cent of 18 per cent tax slab, are aimed at uplifting the people out of poverty and economically benefit the citizens.PM Modi said that items like daily essentials, medicines, health insurance and other vital products will be tax-free or will only have 5 per cent tax. He added that 99 per cent of the items that earlier carried a 12 per cent tax will now have just a 5 per cent tax.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-hails-next-gen-gst-reforms-in-his-address-to-nation-extends-navratri-wishes-1758447609162">'Tomorrow GST2.0 will be rolled out': PM Modi addresses the nation, extends Navratri wishes</a>“In the last 11 years, 25 crore people defeated poverty, becoming the neo middle class of the country that is now playing a vital role in the country. This neo middle class has their own aspirations, dreams,” he said.The prime minister added, “This year government has given a gift to the people by making income of up to 12 lac tax-free. Naturally, when this income is tax-free, it will bring a significant change in the lives of middle-class people.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-say-it-with-pride-that-you-use-swadeshi-pm-modi-urges-citizens-to-use-made-in-india-products-amid-tariff-war-with-us-1758456154761">'Say it with pride that you use Swadeshi...': PM Modi urges citizens to use Made-In-India products amid tariff war with US</a>“Now it is time for the poverty-stricken, the neo middle class, the middle class is getting a double bonanza. Reduced GST will allow citizens to fulfil their dreams. They will be able to build their home, purchase TV, scooter, bike and car,” PM Modi said.PM Modi also added that vacations will be cheaper for families as hotels will now have reduced GST. He also hailed the motto of ‘nagrik devo bhava’ (citizen is God).

PM Modi said that items like daily essentials, medicines, health insurance and other vital products will be tax-free or will only have 5 per cent tax.

In his address to the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Sep 21) hailed the implementation of Goods and Services Tax 2.0 reforms, adding that the government is gifting a ‘double bonanza’ to the neo middle class of the country. He expressed wishes for the festival of Navratri, which will begin tomorrow. The GST reforms, which will include only a 5 per cent of 18 per cent tax slab, are aimed at uplifting the people out of poverty and economically benefit the citizens. PM Modi said that items like daily essentials, medicines, health insurance and other vital products will be tax-free or will only have 5 per cent tax. He added that 99 per cent of the items that earlier carried a 12 per cent tax will now have just a 5 per cent tax. Also read | 'Tomorrow GST2.0 will be rolled out': PM Modi addresses the nation, extends Navratri wishes “In the last 11 years, 25 crore people defeated poverty, becoming the neo middle class of the country that is now playing a vital role in the country. This neo middle class has their own aspirations, dreams,” he said. The prime minister added, “This year government has given a gift to the people by making income of up to 12 lac tax-free. Naturally, when this income is tax-free, it will bring a significant change in the lives of middle-class people.” Also read | 'Say it with pride that you use Swadeshi...': PM Modi urges citizens to use Made-In-India products amid tariff war with US “Now it is time for the poverty-stricken, the neo middle class, the middle class is getting a double bonanza. Reduced GST will allow citizens to fulfil their dreams. They will be able to build their home, purchase TV, scooter, bike and car,” PM Modi said. PM Modi also added that vacations will be cheaper for families as hotels will now have reduced GST. He also hailed the motto of ‘nagrik devo bhava’ (citizen is God).

PM Modi said that items like daily essentials, medicines, health insurance and other vital products will be tax-free or will only have 5 per cent tax.

Govt gifting ‘double bonanza’ to citizens: PM Modi says GST 2.0 will allow neo middle class to fulfil their dreams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday slammed Congress' economic policies, saying that the party ignored India's potential. Addressing a public meeting in Gujarat's Bhavnagar, PM Modi criticised the license-quota raj before 1991 and Congress' focus on imports after opening India's market. Reiterating his call for self-reliance, he said, "India must become Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and stand strong before the world. India has no shortage of potential, but after independence, Congress ignored all of India's potential." "Therefore, even after 6-7 decades of independence, India has not achieved the success it deserved. There were two major reasons for this. For a long time, the Congress government kept the country entangled in the license-quota raj, isolating it from the world market. And then, when the era of globalisation arrived, the only path to import was taken," the Prime Minister added. He took a dig at Congress over the scams under the UPA government and said that their policies prevented India's true strength from being revealed. "Scams worth thousands, lakhs, and crores were committed. The policies of the Congress governments caused great harm to the country's youth. These policies prevented India's true strength from being revealed," PM Modi said. Further, he said that the nation's "biggest enemy" is dependence on other countries. Prime Minister said, "Today, India is moving forward with the spirit of 'Vishwabandhu'. Duniya mein koi hamara bada dushman nahi hai. Agar hamara koi dushman hai toh woh hai dusre deshon par hamari nirbharta (We have no major enemy in the world. Our biggest enemy is our dependence on other countries). This is our biggest enemy, and together we must defeat this enemy of India, the enemy of dependence. We must always reiterate this." He added that to ensure a stable and prosperous future for the coming generations, India cannot afford to have major foreign dependence. He stated, "The greater the foreign dependence, the greater the country's failure. For global peace, stability, and prosperity, the country with the world's largest population must become Atmanirbhar. If we remain dependent on others, our self-respect will be hurt. We cannot leave the future of 1.4 billion countrymen to others. We cannot leave the resolution for the country's development to the dependence of others. We cannot put the future of the coming generations at stake." "There is only one medicine for a hundred sorrows, and that is a self-reliant India," the Prime Minister added. PM Modi has been reiterating his call for an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Earlier, in Assam, he emphasised that India has embarked on the path to becoming "self-reliant" in the energy sector, highlighting the country's dependence on other countries for importing crude oil and gas. "We have been dependent on foreign countries for these things. We import huge quantities of crude oil and gas from foreign countries, and in return, India has to give lakhs of crores of rupees to other countries every year. Our money creates jobs abroad. The income of the people there increases. It was necessary to change this situation. That is why India has embarked on the path of becoming self-reliant for its energy needs," the Prime Minister said. Meanwhile, today, PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 34,200 crore at the 'Samudra se Samriddhi' event in Bhavnagar.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

PM Modi has been reiterating his call for an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Earlier, in Assam, he emphasised that India has embarked on the path to becoming "self-reliant" in the energy sector, highlighting the country's dependence on other countries for importing crude oil and gas.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday slammed Congress' economic policies, saying that the party ignored India's potential. Addressing a public meeting in Gujarat's Bhavnagar, PM Modi criticised the license-quota raj before 1991 and Congress' focus on imports after opening India's market. Reiterating his call for self-reliance, he said, "India must become Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and stand strong before the world. India has no shortage of potential, but after independence, Congress ignored all of India's potential." "Therefore, even after 6-7 decades of independence, India has not achieved the success it deserved. There were two major reasons for this. For a long time, the Congress government kept the country entangled in the license-quota raj, isolating it from the world market. And then, when the era of globalisation arrived, the only path to import was taken," the Prime Minister added. He took a dig at Congress over the scams under the UPA government and said that their policies prevented India's true strength from being revealed. "Scams worth thousands, lakhs, and crores were committed. The policies of the Congress governments caused great harm to the country's youth. These policies prevented India's true strength from being revealed," PM Modi said. Further, he said that the nation's "biggest enemy" is dependence on other countries. Prime Minister said, "Today, India is moving forward with the spirit of 'Vishwabandhu'. Duniya mein koi hamara bada dushman nahi hai. Agar hamara koi dushman hai toh woh hai dusre deshon par hamari nirbharta (We have no major enemy in the world. Our biggest enemy is our dependence on other countries). This is our biggest enemy, and together we must defeat this enemy of India, the enemy of dependence. We must always reiterate this." He added that to ensure a stable and prosperous future for the coming generations, India cannot afford to have major foreign dependence. He stated, "The greater the foreign dependence, the greater the country's failure. For global peace, stability, and prosperity, the country with the world's largest population must become Atmanirbhar. If we remain dependent on others, our self-respect will be hurt. We cannot leave the future of 1.4 billion countrymen to others. We cannot leave the resolution for the country's development to the dependence of others. We cannot put the future of the coming generations at stake." "There is only one medicine for a hundred sorrows, and that is a self-reliant India," the Prime Minister added. PM Modi has been reiterating his call for an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Earlier, in Assam, he emphasised that India has embarked on the path to becoming "self-reliant" in the energy sector, highlighting the country's dependence on other countries for importing crude oil and gas. "We have been dependent on foreign countries for these things. We import huge quantities of crude oil and gas from foreign countries, and in return, India has to give lakhs of crores of rupees to other countries every year. Our money creates jobs abroad. The income of the people there increases. It was necessary to change this situation. That is why India has embarked on the path of becoming self-reliant for its energy needs," the Prime Minister said. Meanwhile, today, PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 34,200 crore at the 'Samudra se Samriddhi' event in Bhavnagar. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

PM Modi has been reiterating his call for an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Earlier, in Assam, he emphasised that India has embarked on the path to becoming "self-reliant" in the energy sector, highlighting the country's dependence on other countries for importing crude oil and gas.

‘Our biggest enemy is our dependence on other countries’: PM Modi slams Congress on economic policies

U.S. President Donald Trump called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him a happy 75th birthday, highlighting the strong ties and ongoing partnership between the two leaders and their countries.


India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75; world leaders wish PM Modi 

PM Modi Turns 75: On his birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch a series of major initiatives in Madhya Pradesh focusing on health, tribal welfare and industrial development.


PM Turns 75:PM Modi To Launch Major Health, Tribal, and Industrial Initiatives in MP

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Bombay State (present-day Gujarat), where he completed his secondary education. All the leaders and the International community are celebrating PM Modi's 75th birthday. Let's have a look at it.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Bombay State (present-day Gujarat), where he completed his secondary education. All the leaders and the International community are celebrating PM Modi's 75th birthday. Let's have a look at it.

'50 yrs of serving nation': International community celebrates Indian PM Modi's 75th birthday

Congress Leader Udit Raj, ahead of PM Modi's 75 birthday on September 16, made a bold call. Referring to the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that leaders should retire at the age of 75, he said, "Hope PM Modi resigns tomorrow as he will turn 75; that was the age limit he had set for other leaders."The opposition has repeatedly cornered PM Modi over the 75-year rule. This primarily received more mileage since July 2025, a remark by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, "When you turn 75, it means you should stop now and make way for others."&nbsp; Previously, in 2019, Home Minister Amit Shah reasoned during the assembly election that the party had opted against fielding candidates older than 75.Read More: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rajesh-agrawal-india-us-trade-negotiator-profile-1758012761187">Rajesh Agrawal: Meet India's chief trade negotiator leading talks with US</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VIDEO | Delhi: Congress leader Udit Raj says, &quot;Hope PM Modi resigns tomorrow as he will turn 75; that was the age limit he had set for other leaders.&quot;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UditRaj?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UditRaj</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NarendraModi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NarendraModi</a> (Full video available on PTI Videos – <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/iM2Z1s5L7e">pic.twitter.com/iM2Z1s5L7e</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1967861326434513034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Does the BJP have a formal rule for retirement at 75?</h2>Formally BJP does not have any such rule which compels any leader to resign at 75. However, in 2014, after becoming the PM of India, Narendra Modi set an informal age limit of 75 years for holding ministerial offices or cabinet portfolios.Several leaders like LK Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, and Yashwant Sinha were removed from an active role following their coming to the age of 75. They were moved to a role of 'Marghdarshak'. However, it is to be noted that it's not a binding rule, and it only started under the discretion of PM Modi.Read More: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/top-10-democratic-countries-1757767704863">Top 10 most democratic countries in the world leading in freedom and governance</a>&nbsp;RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat last month said that he did not name himself or anyone else to retire at 75. He added that his earlier remark was a general observation about leadership renewal, not aimed at anyone else.Opposition leaders like Congress's Jairam Ramesh and others have periodically taken a dig at PM Modi for creating the 75-year limitations to sideline BJP veterans.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that,' It was never decided. You can write in bold letters that no such decision was taken… I was party president, and I am saying it forcefully that there was no such decision at all.'&nbsp;Read More: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-safran-7billion-amca-jet-engine-deal-400-units-1757692121886">India, Safran to develop 120 kN AMCA engine with $7 billion investment, 400 units planned</a>

As PM Modi will turn 75 on September 17, Congress leader Udit Raj reignites the controversy. In a bold claim, he urged PM Modi to resign tomorrow, following the 75-year-old rule. A rule which had been previously used deliberately to sideline BJP veterans. 

Congress Leader Udit Raj, ahead of PM Modi's 75 birthday on September 16, made a bold call. Referring to the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that leaders should retire at the age of 75, he said, "Hope PM Modi resigns tomorrow as he will turn 75; that was the age limit he had set for other leaders." The opposition has repeatedly cornered PM Modi over the 75-year rule. This primarily received more mileage since July 2025, a remark by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, "When you turn 75, it means you should stop now and make way for others." Previously, in 2019, Home Minister Amit Shah reasoned during the assembly election that the party had opted against fielding candidates older than 75. Read More: Rajesh Agrawal: Meet India's chief trade negotiator leading talks with US

As PM Modi will turn 75 on September 17, Congress leader Udit Raj reignites the controversy. In a bold claim, he urged PM Modi to resign tomorrow, following the 75-year-old rule. A rule which had been previously used deliberately to sideline BJP veterans.&nbsp;

'Hope PM resigns tomorrow': Congress leader Udit Raj renews 75-year rule debate as PM Modi turns 75

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting West Bengal and Bihar today, where he will inaugurate the 16th Combined Commanders’ Conference 2025 in Kolkata. After addressing top defence leadership, PM Modi will travel to Bihar to launch development projects worth ₹36,000 crore and inaugurate the National Makhana Board—aimed at supporting farmers and boosting exports. His visit follows a two-day tour of Assam.

PM Modi to inaugurate Purnea airport | ₹36,000 Cr development projects in Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Assam Bio-Ethanol Private Limited, Numaligarh Refinery Plant in Golaghat, Assam.

PM Modi to inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 18,530 crore in Assam

PM Modi will begin his first visit to Manipur since ethnic violence in 2023, launching projects worth over Rs 8,500 crore and meeting families displaced by the unrest in Churachandpur and Imphal.


India: PM Modi to unveil Rs 8,500-cr projects in Manipur, meet violence-hit people today 

India: PM Modi to visit Manipur, first since unrest

Union Minister Giriraj Singh joined other BJP leaders on Friday (September 12) in criticising the Congress after its Bihar unit shared an AI-generated video depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late mother, Heeraben Modi, speaking against his political actions. Describing the video as "deeply distressing," Singh lashed out at the Congress-RJD alliance, accusing them of using artificial intelligence in a disrespectful and unethical way. In the video, PM Modi is shown imagining a conversation with his late mother, who appears to reprimand him over his governance — a portrayal BJP leaders say is in poor taste.&nbsp;Singh went a step further, daring the Congress to create a similar AI video featuring India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Lord Mountbatten, implying it would stir outrage if roles were reversed. In a separate post on social media, the minister invoked the historical relationship between Nehru and Edwina Mountbatten, alleging that Nehru’s personal ties compromised India’s national interests.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/speeding-truck-ploughs-into-ganesh-idol-procession-in-karnataka-4-killed-toll-may-rise-1757696588470">Speeding truck ploughs into Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka; 8 killed, toll may rise</a>&nbsp;"At crucial junctures, Nehru chose personal bonds over the nation’s welfare," Singh wrote, accusing him of making concessions that hurt India’s identity and future. This controversy follows closely on the heels of a political stir in Bihar, where alleged abusive language was used against PM Modi's mother at a Congress event. BJP leaders have accused the opposition of repeatedly targeting Modi’s late mother in their attacks, calling it a new low in political discourse.Union Minister Piyush Goyal also criticised the Congress, accusing the party of plunging to "unprecedented levels of depravity" due to frustration over electoral losses.&nbsp;Prime Minister Modi himself weighed in on the matter during a public address, stating that the verbal attacks against his mother were not just personal but a collective insult to all women of the nation. "My mother represents the self-respect of every Indian woman," he said, decrying the opposition’s alleged behavior in Bihar.

BJP slams Congress after AI video of PM Modi’s late mother sparks political outrage

Union Minister Giriraj Singh joined other BJP leaders on Friday (September 12) in criticising the Congress after its Bihar unit shared an AI-generated video depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late mother, Heeraben Modi, speaking against his political actions. Describing the video as "deeply distressing," Singh lashed out at the Congress-RJD alliance, accusing them of using artificial intelligence in a disrespectful and unethical way. In the video, PM Modi is shown imagining a conversation with his late mother, who appears to reprimand him over his governance — a portrayal BJP leaders say is in poor taste. Singh went a step further, daring the Congress to create a similar AI video featuring India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Lord Mountbatten, implying it would stir outrage if roles were reversed. In a separate post on social media, the minister invoked the historical relationship between Nehru and Edwina Mountbatten, alleging that Nehru’s personal ties compromised India’s national interests. Also Read: Speeding truck ploughs into Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka; 8 killed, toll may rise "At crucial junctures, Nehru chose personal bonds over the nation’s welfare," Singh wrote, accusing him of making concessions that hurt India’s identity and future. This controversy follows closely on the heels of a political stir in Bihar, where alleged abusive language was used against PM Modi's mother at a Congress event. BJP leaders have accused the opposition of repeatedly targeting Modi’s late mother in their attacks, calling it a new low in political discourse. Union Minister Piyush Goyal also criticised the Congress, accusing the party of plunging to "unprecedented levels of depravity" due to frustration over electoral losses. Prime Minister Modi himself weighed in on the matter during a public address, stating that the verbal attacks against his mother were not just personal but a collective insult to all women of the nation. "My mother represents the self-respect of every Indian woman," he said, decrying the opposition’s alleged behavior in Bihar.

BJP lashes out at Congress over AI video showing PM Modi’s late mother criticising him; Giriraj Singh calls it disgraceful and targets Nehru’s legacy

India-U.S.- In a significant development in international trade relations, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed readiness to engage in negotiations with India to resolve ongoing trade disputes. The announcement comes amid escalating tensions over tariffs and trade practices between the two nations.


India-U.S.- Trump Says He Looks Forward To Talks With PM Modi soon

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of flood-hit states to assess the damage. He announced ₹1,500 crore in central aid to support relief and rehabilitation efforts.

PM Modi conducts aerial survey of flood-hit states, announces 1,500 crore central aid

India Prepares to Elect Next VP: India is all set to elect its next Vice President following the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar in July. The contest has turned into a high-stakes political battle between CP Radhakrishnan and Justice (Retd.) B. Sudarshan Reddy. Who will secure the crucial constitutional role? 


India Prepares to Elect Next Vice President: Radhakrishnan vs Sudershan Reddy, Who Will Win? 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cast his vote after polling in the Vice-Presidential election began at 10 am on Tuesday. Along with PM Modi, other members of Parliament are also going to cast their vote to fill the post left vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar’s abrupt resignation.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Voted in the 2025 Vice President election. <a href="https://t.co/soCoJJmHSI">pic.twitter.com/soCoJJmHSI</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1965279055214985341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The poll is witnessing a direct contest between the BJP-led ruling NDA’s nominee, Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan and the opposition INDIA bloc’s choice, former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy, as India is set to have a new Vice President by Tuesday night.<h3>Vice President's vote counting time</h3>Polling began at 10 am in the new Parliament building, where eligible members of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha will cast their votes until 5 pm. The vote counting will start at 6 pm, and the results are expected later in the evening.&nbsp;Meanwhile, members of parliament are not required to follow party whips while casting their votes in the vice presidential election, which is conducted through a secret ballot.&nbsp;The electoral college for the poll consists of 788 members — 245 from the Rajya Sabha and 543 from the Lok Sabha. In addition, the 12 nominated members of the Rajya Sabha are also entitled to participate in the voting process.

The poll is witnessing a direct contest between the BJP-led ruling NDA’s nominee, Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan and the opposition INDIA bloc’s choice, former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy, as India is set to have a new Vice President by Tuesday night.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cast his vote after polling in the Vice-Presidential election began at 10 am on Tuesday. Along with PM Modi, other members of Parliament are also going to cast their vote to fill the post left vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar’s abrupt resignation.

The poll is witnessing a direct contest between the BJP-led ruling NDA’s nominee, Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan and the opposition INDIA bloc’s choice, former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy, as India is set to have a new Vice President by Tuesday night.

CP Radhakrishnan vs B Sudershan Reddy: PM Modi casts 1st vote in vice-presidential election

PM Modi and French President Macron reviewed India-France ties and discussed efforts to end the Ukraine war.


PM Modi-Macron talks: French president shares outcome of coalition of willing meeting 

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PM Modi says govt gifting ‘double bonanza’ to citizens to fulfil their dreams

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75; world leaders wish PM Modi

PM Turns 75:PM Modi To Launch Major Health, Tribal, and Industrial Initiatives in MP

International community celebrates Indian PM Modi's 75th birthday

Congress leader Udit Raj renews 75-year rule debate as PM Modi turns 75

PM Modi to inaugurate Purnea airport | ₹36,000 Cr development projects in Bihar

PM Modi to inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 18,530 crore in Assam

India: PM Modi to unveil Rs 8,500-cr projects in Manipur, meet violence-hit people today

India: PM Modi to visit Manipur, first since unrest

BJP slams Cong after AI video of PM Modi’s late mother sparks political outrage