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Authorities in Kuwait have detained three people for suspected manslaughter over a building fire that killed 49 foreign workers especially Indians. Among 49 foreign workers killed in the fire 45 dead Indian victims have been identified.

Kuwait Fire Tragedy: India brings back mortal remains of 45 Indians killed in Kuwait fire

Leaders of advanced economies are gearing up for the annual G7 meeting in Italy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is amongst the attendees who has reached Italy to participate in the 50th G7 Summit. He will likely meet US President Joe Biden and Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Italy to attend the 50th edition of the G7 meeting now this is his first visit to a foreign country after recently assuming office as a Prime Minister for the third consecutive term.

G7 Summit: PM Modi lands in Italy; likely to hold bilateral talks with world leaders

Leaders of advanced economies are gearing up for the annual G7 meeting in Italy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is amongst the attendees who has reached Italy to participate in the 50th G7 Summit. He will likely meet US President Joe Biden.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured.&nbsp;PM Modi announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh ($2395) from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund for the families of the nationals who lost their lives in the unexpected tragedy.

The death toll in the incident has now climbed to 49 from an earlier reported count of 41, in the wake of the examination of the building by forensic teams.

Expressing profound sorrow over the incident, Prime Minister Modi extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

"Prime Minister directed that Government of India should extend all possible assistance," the press release said.

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He also directed Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh to "immediately travel to Kuwait to oversee the relief measures and facilitate expeditious repatriation of the mortal remains."&nbsp;

Earlier in a post, MoS MEA said, "...We stand with the victims of the Kuwait fire incident, we express our sympathy to them. We had a meeting with PM Modi and tomorrow morning we are travelling to Kuwait. We will take stock of the situation and those who are admitted to the hospital. The identification process of those who have died is underway...The maximum people are from Kerala and other parts of South India..."

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The review meeting was attended by several key officials, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, MoS for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh, Principal Secretary to PM Modi Pramod Kumar Mishra, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra among others.

<h2>Probe into Kuwait fire&nbsp;</h2>

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has ordered a thorough investigation into the fire at the apartment building in Mangaf. The building housed foreign workers, mostly Indians. Many of those killed, nearly 41, were from the Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu and northern states of India.

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The fire, which began in a kitchen, devastated a six-storey building reportedly housing nearly 200 workers. The building, owned by the NBTC group and managed by Malayali businessman KG Abraham, also housed employees of NBTC's supermarket.
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More than 30 Indian workers were injured. Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika visited the Al-Adan hospital to meet with the injured.

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has established an emergency helpline and urged all concerned to connect over this helpline for updates.&nbsp;

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External Affairs Minister SJ aishankar also expressed shock over the news of the fire incident.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured. PM Modi announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh ($2395) from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund for the families of the nationals who lost their lives in the unexpected tragedy. The death toll in the incident has now climbed to 49 from an earlier reported count of 41, in the wake of the examination of the building by forensic teams. Expressing profound sorrow over the incident, Prime Minister Modi extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. "Prime Minister directed that Government of India should extend all possible assistance," the press release said. Also Read | Deadly fire engulfs Thailand's Chatuchak market, kills over 1,000 exotic animals He also directed Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh to "immediately travel to Kuwait to oversee the relief measures and facilitate expeditious repatriation of the mortal remains." Earlier in a post, MoS MEA said, "...We stand with the victims of the Kuwait fire incident, we express our sympathy to them. We had a meeting with PM Modi and tomorrow morning we are travelling to Kuwait. We will take stock of the situation and those who are admitted to the hospital. The identification process of those who have died is underway...The maximum people are from Kerala and other parts of South India..." Also Read | Greek-owned ship, reportedly bound to India, damaged by small vessel in Red Sea The review meeting was attended by several key officials, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, MoS for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh, Principal Secretary to PM Modi Pramod Kumar Mishra, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra among others. Probe into Kuwait fire Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has ordered a thorough investigation into the fire at the apartment building in Mangaf. The building housed foreign workers, mostly Indians. Many of those killed, nearly 41, were from the Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu and northern states of India. Watch | Gravitas: Breaking | Another terror attack in Jammu, one jawan injured × The fire, which began in a kitchen, devastated a six-storey building reportedly housing nearly 200 workers. The building, owned by the NBTC group and managed by Malayali businessman KG Abraham, also housed employees of NBTC's supermarket. More than 30 Indian workers were injured. Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika visited the Al-Adan hospital to meet with the injured. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has established an emergency helpline and urged all concerned to connect over this helpline for updates. #WIONFineprint | 49 killed in #Kuwait building fire, several among them were Indians 🔴HELPLINE number: +965-65505246@eriknjoka joined by Sunoj Nambiar, Editor, Indians in Kuwait, for perspective Read more: https://t.co/BfWZA3zd5Z pic.twitter.com/xGhBvQCgHW — WION (@WIONews) June 12, 2024 × External Affairs Minister SJ aishankar also expressed shock over the news of the fire incident. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi chairs review meet on Kuwait fire tragedy, announces ex-gratia relief for deceased India nationals

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A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including Malayalis.

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Indian PM Modi is set to travel to Italy this week. He is going to attend the G7 summit. The G7 summit is scheduled to take place from June 13 to 15. Italy is holding the current Presidency of the G7.

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Kuwait fire: 40 Indians among 49 killed in fire, PM Modi announces relief of $2400 for kin

Over 40 Indians were killed and more than 50 injured after a devastating fire broke out at dawn in a building housing around 195 migrant workers in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area. Watch in for more details!

Kuwait Fire Tragedy: PM Modi announces relief of $2400 for the kin of those killed

Amid a series of terror attacks in India's Jammu region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Jun 13) chaired a high-level meeting with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and other officials. The PM directed&nbsp;to deploy the full spectrum of the country's counter-terror capabilities to neutralise terror threats and bring back peace to the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

In the meeting, the PM was briefed about current security challenges and the ongoing counter-terror operations.

PM Modi earlier also held talks with union Home Minister Amit Shah and Jammu-Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha over the deployment of additional security personnel in the region.

<h2>Series of terror attacks in Jammu</h2>

Terrorists have targeted four places in the UT's Jammu area over the last four days, resulting in the death of at least 10 people, including one soldier.

The attacks have been witnessed in Reasi, Kathua and Doda districts.

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In retaliation, the Indian security forces have launched massive search operations in several forest belts of the UT.

Earlier, police in Jammu and Kashmir issued sketches of four terrorists suspected of involvement in two attacks in Doda district.

"Jammu and Kashmir Police has released sketches of four terrorists who are believed to be in the upper reaches of Bhaderwah, Thathri, Gandoh and carrying out terror-related activities," a police spokesperson said.

<h2>Jammu and Kashmir on high alert</h2>

Several districts have been put on high alert following intelligence input that terrorists may stage further attacks on security forces in the UT.

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Sunderbani, Nowshera, Domana, Lamberi and Akhnoor areas of Rajouri and Jammu districts are on high alert.

According to central intelligence agencies, a new terror network of on-ground workers (OGW), locals and local terrorists is suspected to be helping foreign terrorists involved in the attacks in the region.

Restoring peace is important in the valley, especially because the Amarnath Yatra is slated to begin at the end of this month till August 19, followed by the assembly elections in September.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid a series of terror attacks in India's Jammu region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Jun 13) chaired a high-level meeting with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and other officials.

Amid a series of terror attacks in India's Jammu region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (Jun 13) chaired a high-level meeting with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and other officials. The PM directed to deploy the full spectrum of the country's counter-terror capabilities to neutralise terror threats and bring back peace to the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In the meeting, the PM was briefed about current security challenges and the ongoing counter-terror operations. PM Modi earlier also held talks with union Home Minister Amit Shah and Jammu-Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha over the deployment of additional security personnel in the region. Series of terror attacks in Jammu Terrorists have targeted four places in the UT's Jammu area over the last four days, resulting in the death of at least 10 people, including one soldier. The attacks have been witnessed in Reasi, Kathua and Doda districts. Also read: Fourth terror attack in India's Jammu in 3 days, terrorists open fire on Special Operations Group camp in Doda In retaliation, the Indian security forces have launched massive search operations in several forest belts of the UT. Earlier, police in Jammu and Kashmir issued sketches of four terrorists suspected of involvement in two attacks in Doda district. "Jammu and Kashmir Police has released sketches of four terrorists who are believed to be in the upper reaches of Bhaderwah, Thathri, Gandoh and carrying out terror-related activities," a police spokesperson said. Jammu and Kashmir on high alert Several districts have been put on high alert following intelligence input that terrorists may stage further attacks on security forces in the UT. Also read: India: One terrorist shot dead by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir`s Kathua Sunderbani, Nowshera, Domana, Lamberi and Akhnoor areas of Rajouri and Jammu districts are on high alert. According to central intelligence agencies, a new terror network of on-ground workers (OGW), locals and local terrorists is suspected to be helping foreign terrorists involved in the attacks in the region. Restoring peace is important in the valley, especially because the Amarnath Yatra is slated to begin at the end of this month till August 19, followed by the assembly elections in September. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi takes charge, reviews J&K situation after four terror attacks in four days

Leaders of advanced economies are gearing up for the annual G7 meeting in Italy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is amongst the attendees who will depart for Italy to participate in the 50th G7 Summit.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to depart for Italy on Thursday (June 13) to attend the 50th G7 Summit, scheduled for June 13 and 14. He well also hold bilateral meeting with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni during his trip.&nbsp;The Group of Seven (G7) is an informal forum of Italy, Germany, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Japan and the US.

The visit will be PM Modi's first international trip in the wake of his third consecutive term in power after his NDA alliance secured a win in the country's 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

The summit is due to be held in the city of Fasano in Apulia, Italy where&nbsp;leaders of the seven member states, including European Council and European Commission Presidents will also mark their presence. The visit by the Indian prime minister comes as Meloni extended an invitation for participation.&nbsp;

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During a special briefing on the upcoming visit, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Wednesday said, "At the invitation of Prime Minister of Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Apulia, Italy tomorrow to participate in the 50th G7 Summit which is to be held there on June 14 where India has been invited as an Outreach Country."

Kwatra also spoke on the importance the summit holds for India. He said, "It will also afford him an opportunity to engage with other world leaders present at the G7 Summit on issues of importance to India as also to the Global South."&nbsp;

<h2>Review of bilateral relations&nbsp;</h2>

PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni are expected to meet on the sidelines of the summit and review their bilateral relations to chart a course for future collaboration.&nbsp;

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India's participation in the G7 has evolved over time and is reflecting its growing economic and geopolitical significance. While India is not a member of the G7, it has been invited to participate in several G7 summits as a guest country.&nbsp;

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This is India's eleventh participation in a G7 summit and PM Modi's fifth consecutive attendance. On June 14, PM Modi will participate in the outreach session alongside other invited countries.

"PM's participation in the G7 summit would also provide a timely opportunity to follow up outcomes of the G20 Summit held under India's presidency last year and deliberate on issues focused on the global south," Kwatra&nbsp;said.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to depart for Italy on Thursday (June 13) to attend the 50th G7 Summit, scheduled for June 13 and 14. He well also hold bilateral meeting with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni during his trip.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to depart for Italy on Thursday (June 13) to attend the 50th G7 Summit, scheduled for June 13 and 14. He well also hold bilateral meeting with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni during his trip. The Group of Seven (G7) is an informal forum of Italy, Germany, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Japan and the US. The visit will be PM Modi's first international trip in the wake of his third consecutive term in power after his NDA alliance secured a win in the country's 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The summit is due to be held in the city of Fasano in Apulia, Italy where leaders of the seven member states, including European Council and European Commission Presidents will also mark their presence. The visit by the Indian prime minister comes as Meloni extended an invitation for participation. Also Read | UK police charge man who hurled objects at British right-wing leader Nigel Farage During a special briefing on the upcoming visit, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Wednesday said, "At the invitation of Prime Minister of Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Apulia, Italy tomorrow to participate in the 50th G7 Summit which is to be held there on June 14 where India has been invited as an Outreach Country." Kwatra also spoke on the importance the summit holds for India. He said, "It will also afford him an opportunity to engage with other world leaders present at the G7 Summit on issues of importance to India as also to the Global South." Review of bilateral relations PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni are expected to meet on the sidelines of the summit and review their bilateral relations to chart a course for future collaboration. Also Read | Global oil surplus to hit millions of barrels daily by 2030 amid slowing demand, rising production India's participation in the G7 has evolved over time and is reflecting its growing economic and geopolitical significance. While India is not a member of the G7, it has been invited to participate in several G7 summits as a guest country. Watch | Kuwait fire: 40 Indians killed in Kuwait building fire, New Delhi expresses shock over incident × This is India's eleventh participation in a G7 summit and PM Modi's fifth consecutive attendance. On June 14, PM Modi will participate in the outreach session alongside other invited countries. "PM's participation in the G7 summit would also provide a timely opportunity to follow up outcomes of the G20 Summit held under India's presidency last year and deliberate on issues focused on the global south," Kwatra said. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi to attend 50th G7 summit in Italy, first international trip since re-election

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, two days after takig oath for his third consecutive term, revamped the look of his official X handle with fresh profile and cover images.

The cover image showcases his&nbsp;cabinet ministers whereas the profile image has his photo decked in a white kurta and churidar, which he paired with a yellow half jacket.

Marking his fresh term, the cover image of the Prime Minister Office's (PMO) was also changed to the one where he can be seen bowing down to the Constitution of India in the Sanvidhan Sabha (Centre Hall of Parliament).

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<h2>PM Modi assumes office for third term</h2>

PM Modi assumed office for his consecutive third term in the South Block office in Delhi on Monday (June 10).&nbsp;

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After assuming office, the Indian prime minister signed his first file authorising the release of the 17th instalment of PM Kisan Nidhi which will benefit 9.3 crore farmers and distribute nearly Rs 20,000 crores.

After signing the file, PM Modi said, “Ours is a Government fully committed to Kisan Kalyan. It is therefore fitting that the first file signed on taking charge is related to farmer welfare. We want to keep working even more for the farmers and the agriculture sector in the times to come.”

He took oath as the prime minister along with 72 Council of Ministers in a grand swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday (June 9).

During the grand ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan President&nbsp;Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office of prime minister to Narendra Modi.&nbsp;

His cabinet, which includes BJP stalwarts Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman and S Jaishankar, also took oath.

The Council of Ministers includes 30 Cabinet Ministers, five Ministers of State with Independent Charge and 36 Ministers of State.&nbsp;

Among the new faces, three are former chief ministers and one was BJP's first Lok Sabha MP from Kerala and actor-turned-politician Suresh Gopi.&nbsp;

"This team of ministers is a great blend of youth and experience; we will leave no stone unturned in improving people's lives. I look forward to serving 140 crore Indians and working with the Council of Ministers to take India to new heights of progress," said PM Modi, in a post on X after the ceremony.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, two days after takig oath for his third consecutive term, revamped the look of his official X handle with fresh profile and cover images.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, two days after takig oath for his third consecutive term, revamped the look of his official X handle with fresh profile and cover images. The cover image showcases his cabinet ministers whereas the profile image has his photo decked in a white kurta and churidar, which he paired with a yellow half jacket. Marking his fresh term, the cover image of the Prime Minister Office's (PMO) was also changed to the one where he can be seen bowing down to the Constitution of India in the Sanvidhan Sabha (Centre Hall of Parliament). Also read: Amit Shah assumes office as India's home minister for second consecutive term PM Modi assumes office for third term PM Modi assumed office for his consecutive third term in the South Block office in Delhi on Monday (June 10). देशभर के अपने किसान भाई-बहनों का जीवन आसान बनाने के लिए हमारी सरकार प्रतिबद्ध है। यह मेरे लिए सौभाग्य की बात है कि लगातार तीसरी बार प्रधानमंत्री के रूप में कार्यभार संभालने के बाद पहला काम उनके लिए ही करने का अवसर मिला है। इसके तहत पीएम किसान सम्मान निधि की 17वीं किस्त से जुड़ी… pic.twitter.com/YZQK3VCXIH — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 10, 2024 × After assuming office, the Indian prime minister signed his first file authorising the release of the 17th instalment of PM Kisan Nidhi which will benefit 9.3 crore farmers and distribute nearly Rs 20,000 crores. After signing the file, PM Modi said, “Ours is a Government fully committed to Kisan Kalyan. It is therefore fitting that the first file signed on taking charge is related to farmer welfare. We want to keep working even more for the farmers and the agriculture sector in the times to come.” He took oath as the prime minister along with 72 Council of Ministers in a grand swearing-in ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday (June 9). During the grand ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office of prime minister to Narendra Modi. His cabinet, which includes BJP stalwarts Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman and S Jaishankar, also took oath. The Council of Ministers includes 30 Cabinet Ministers, five Ministers of State with Independent Charge and 36 Ministers of State. Among the new faces, three are former chief ministers and one was BJP's first Lok Sabha MP from Kerala and actor-turned-politician Suresh Gopi. "This team of ministers is a great blend of youth and experience; we will leave no stone unturned in improving people's lives. I look forward to serving 140 crore Indians and working with the Council of Ministers to take India to new heights of progress," said PM Modi, in a post on X after the ceremony. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi revamps official X handles, uploads fresh profile and cover pictures

Expectations surrounding Maldivian President Mohammad Muizzu's Presence at Prime Minister Modi's Sunday swearing-in ceremony signalling a possible tie reset have taken an unexpected turn. While Muizzu continues meeting the Indian government officials in New Delhi, fresh tensions appear to be brewing back home in Male. A Maldivian parliamentary committee known as Parliament 241 has set up an inquiry committee to look into three agreements made with India.

Muizzu in Delhi: Maldives decides to probe three agreements inked with India

The suspense over portfolio allocation for India's newly elected has finally been put to rest. The list of cabinet ministries and assigned leaders is out. Ruling BJP has retained key ministries in its fold.

India: Cabinet Portfolios announced; BJP retains key ministries

The big focus of course is on who's likely to make a cut for a cabinet berth. Remember the Prime Minister has to play a fine Balancing Act between the BJP leaders and the leaders of the alliance parties when handing out the portfolios. Here's more...

PM Modi oath-taking ceremony: NDA and coalition governments, a deja-vu moment?

The first meeting of Narendra Modi's third cabinet was held at the Indian Prime Minister's Lok Kalyan Marg home on Monday (June 9). The Cabinet resolved to help&nbsp;build 300 million more rural and urban houses to satisfy the housing needs of the growing number of eligible families.

Since 2015–16, the Indian government has been carrying out the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, which aims to help eligible rural and urban people build homes with the most basic facilities. Over the course of the previous 10 years, 4.21 crore residences under PMAY have been constructed for eligible impoverished households.&nbsp;

Through convergence with other central and state government projects, all PMAY-built homes are equipped with additional essential utilities such as functional household tap connections, LPG and electricity connections, and household toilets.

In his first address to the officials of PMO, after assuming office of the Prime Minister for the third time, PM Modi said, "What new can be done in the team which gave me so much in 10 years, how we can do ever better, how we can do ever quicker, how we can do it on a better scale - if we go ahead together with all of these, I am confident that the 140 crore people of the country have put their stamp of approval on their efforts."

"These elections are not a stamp on the speeches of Modi, these elections are a stamp on the efforts of every government employee in 10 years. So, if someone is entitled to this victory, it is you. Every employee of the Government of India is truly entitled to this victory - who left no stone unturned to give themselves in for a vision...I want to go ahead with a new energy, a new courage. I was not born to stop," he added.

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The&nbsp;leaders who took oath as Cabinet Ministers at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday include Raj Nath Singh, Amit Shah, Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Jagat Prakash Nadda, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nirmala Sitharaman, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Manohar Lal, HD Kumaraswamy, Piyush Goyal, Dharmendra Pradhan, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Sarbananda Sonowal, Virendra Kumar, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Pralhad Joshi, Jual Oram, Giriraj Singh, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Bhupender Yadav, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Annpurna Devi, Kiren Rijiju, Hardeep Singh Puri, Mansukh Mandaviya, G Kishan Reddy, Chirag Paswan and C R Patil.

(With inputs from agencies)

The first meeting of Narendra Modi's third cabinet was held at the Indian Prime Minister's Lok Kalyan Marg home on Monday (June 9). The Cabinet resolved to help build 300 million more rural and urban houses to satisfy the housing needs of the growing number of eligible families.

The first meeting of Narendra Modi's third cabinet was held at the Indian Prime Minister's Lok Kalyan Marg home on Monday (June 9). The Cabinet resolved to help build 300 million more rural and urban houses to satisfy the housing needs of the growing number of eligible families. Since 2015–16, the Indian government has been carrying out the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, which aims to help eligible rural and urban people build homes with the most basic facilities. Over the course of the previous 10 years, 4.21 crore residences under PMAY have been constructed for eligible impoverished households. Through convergence with other central and state government projects, all PMAY-built homes are equipped with additional essential utilities such as functional household tap connections, LPG and electricity connections, and household toilets. In his first address to the officials of PMO, after assuming office of the Prime Minister for the third time, PM Modi said, "What new can be done in the team which gave me so much in 10 years, how we can do ever better, how we can do ever quicker, how we can do it on a better scale - if we go ahead together with all of these, I am confident that the 140 crore people of the country have put their stamp of approval on their efforts." "These elections are not a stamp on the speeches of Modi, these elections are a stamp on the efforts of every government employee in 10 years. So, if someone is entitled to this victory, it is you. Every employee of the Government of India is truly entitled to this victory - who left no stone unturned to give themselves in for a vision...I want to go ahead with a new energy, a new courage. I was not born to stop," he added. Also read: PM Modi assumes office for third term after a grand oath ceremony The leaders who took oath as Cabinet Ministers at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday include Raj Nath Singh, Amit Shah, Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Jagat Prakash Nadda, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nirmala Sitharaman, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Manohar Lal, HD Kumaraswamy, Piyush Goyal, Dharmendra Pradhan, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Sarbananda Sonowal, Virendra Kumar, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Pralhad Joshi, Jual Oram, Giriraj Singh, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Bhupender Yadav, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Annpurna Devi, Kiren Rijiju, Hardeep Singh Puri, Mansukh Mandaviya, G Kishan Reddy, Chirag Paswan and C R Patil. (With inputs from agencies)

First Modi 3.0 cabinet meet ends, govt to help 300mn people build houses

The Modi government 3.0 is set to get on its way the day after Prime Minister Modi and 72 Ministers of his new coalition government took oath. All eyes are now on the distribution of portfolios in the new Modi cabinet. Reportedly, the cabinet is likely to meet this evening.

Modi 3.0: New Cabinet to discuss 100-day plan for the new govt; portfolio allocation on cards

Narendra Modi takes oath as India's Prime Minister for a historic third consecutive term. PM Modi took the reins in 2014 when BJP won clear majority in the Lok Sabha elections 10 years ago.

India's PM Modi takes oath along with other coalition allies

After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces. The 71 council of ministers took oath&nbsp;of office and pledged to work for the betterment of the country.

Here's&nbsp;who is in Modi's new cabinet:&nbsp;

<h2>- Ministers of&nbsp;Cabinet Rank&nbsp;</h2>

Rajnath Singh 
Amit Shah 
Nitin Gadkari 
JP Nadda 
Shivraj Singh Chouhan 
Nirmala Sitharaman 
S Jaishankar 
Manohar Lal Khattar 
Piyush Goyal 
Dharmendra Pradhan 
Sarbananda Sonowal 
Jitan Ram Manjhi&nbsp; 
Jyotiraditya Scindia 
Hardeep Singh Puri 
Mansukh Mandaviya 
G Kishan Reddy 
Pralhad Joshi 
Jual Oram 
Giriraj Singh 
Ashwini Vaishnaw 
Bhupender Yadav 
Annapurna Devi 
Kiren Rijiju 
CR Patil 
Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu 
Dr Virendra Kumar 
Chirag Paswan 
Rajiv Ranjan Singh or Lalan Singh 
HD Kumaraswamy 
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

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- Ministers of State (Independent Charge)

Jayant Chaudhary 
Arjun Ram Meghwal 
Jitendra Singh 
Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav 
Rao Inderjit Singh

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- Minister of State

Krishan Pal Gurjar 
Jitin Prasada 
Ram Nath Thakur 
Suresh Gopi 
Shobha Karandlaje 
Ramdas Athawale 
Shripad Naik 
Savitri Thakur 
SP Singh Baghel 
Sukanta Majumdar 
Bhagirath Chaudhary 
Kirti Vardhan Singh 
Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani 
Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma 
Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya 
Satish Chandra Dubey 
Sanjay Seth 
Durga Das Uikey 
Raksha Khadse 
Rajbhushan Chaudhary 
Kamlesh Paswan 
Anupriya Patel 
Tokhan Sahu 
Nityanand Rai 
Bandi Sanjay Kumar 
Pankaj Chaudhary 
Murlidhar Mohol 
BL Verma 
Harsh Malhotra 
Ajay Tamta 
V Somanna 
George Kurian 
Pabitra Margherita 
Shantanu Thakur 
Ravneet Singh Bittu

(With inputs from agencies)

After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces.

After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces. The 71 council of ministers took oath of office and pledged to work for the betterment of the country. Here's who is in Modi's new cabinet: - Ministers of Cabinet Rank Rajnath Singh Amit Shah Nitin Gadkari JP Nadda Shivraj Singh Chouhan Nirmala Sitharaman S Jaishankar Manohar Lal Khattar Piyush Goyal Dharmendra Pradhan Sarbananda Sonowal Jitan Ram Manjhi Jyotiraditya Scindia Hardeep Singh Puri Mansukh Mandaviya G Kishan Reddy Pralhad Joshi Jual Oram Giriraj Singh Ashwini Vaishnaw Bhupender Yadav Annapurna Devi Kiren Rijiju CR Patil Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu Dr Virendra Kumar Chirag Paswan Rajiv Ranjan Singh or Lalan Singh HD Kumaraswamy Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Also Read | Union ministers from Modi 2.0 cabinet who have been dropped from Modi 3.0 - Ministers of State (Independent Charge) Jayant Chaudhary Arjun Ram Meghwal Jitendra Singh Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav Rao Inderjit Singh Also Read | Jyotiraditya Scindia: Ex-Congress bigwig takes oath as minister in Modi 3.0 - Minister of State Krishan Pal Gurjar Jitin Prasada Ram Nath Thakur Suresh Gopi Shobha Karandlaje Ramdas Athawale Shripad Naik Savitri Thakur SP Singh Baghel Sukanta Majumdar Bhagirath Chaudhary Kirti Vardhan Singh Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya Satish Chandra Dubey Sanjay Seth Durga Das Uikey Raksha Khadse Rajbhushan Chaudhary Kamlesh Paswan Anupriya Patel Tokhan Sahu Nityanand Rai Bandi Sanjay Kumar Pankaj Chaudhary Murlidhar Mohol BL Verma Harsh Malhotra Ajay Tamta V Somanna George Kurian Pabitra Margherita Shantanu Thakur Ravneet Singh Bittu (With inputs from agencies)

India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers

A fresh cabinet was&nbsp;sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term.

Among the prominent figures who took&nbsp;oath of office were Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, and Nirmala Sitharaman, all assuming roles as Union Ministers.

Prime Minister Modi himself was sworn in earlier&nbsp;reaffirming&nbsp;his position at the helm of the nation for the third straight term.&nbsp;

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The newly-formed 72 Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, will comprise 30 Cabinet Ministers, 5 Ministers of State (Independent Charge) and 36 Ministers of State. Representatives hailed from 24 states and reflected India's various social groups.

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Notably, the cabinet will boast a record number of senior ministers, with 27 from Other Backward Classes (OBC), 10 from Scheduled Castes (SC), 5 from Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 5 from minority communities, as per reports.&nbsp;

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There has been an inclusion of 11 ministers from the NDA ally parties.&nbsp;Many members bring extensive central and state-level experience.
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There are 43 who served three terms or more in Parliament and 39 held ministerial positions in previous Indian governments. The cabinet also included former Chief Ministers, legislators, and state ministers. Leaders who took oath included 34 who served in state legislatures and 23 worked as ministers in state governments.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A fresh cabinet was sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term.

A fresh cabinet was sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term. Among the prominent figures who took oath of office were Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, and Nirmala Sitharaman, all assuming roles as Union Ministers. Prime Minister Modi himself was sworn in earlier reaffirming his position at the helm of the nation for the third straight term. Also Read | Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ram Mohan Naidu and more: Who all are first-timers in Modi 3.0 Cabinet? The newly-formed 72 Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, will comprise 30 Cabinet Ministers, 5 Ministers of State (Independent Charge) and 36 Ministers of State. Representatives hailed from 24 states and reflected India's various social groups. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers Notably, the cabinet will boast a record number of senior ministers, with 27 from Other Backward Classes (OBC), 10 from Scheduled Castes (SC), 5 from Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 5 from minority communities, as per reports. Watch | Narendra Modi swears in as PM, 71 ministers take oath including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah × There has been an inclusion of 11 ministers from the NDA ally parties. Many members bring extensive central and state-level experience. There are 43 who served three terms or more in Parliament and 39 held ministerial positions in previous Indian governments. The cabinet also included former Chief Ministers, legislators, and state ministers. Leaders who took oath included 34 who served in state legislatures and 23 worked as ministers in state governments. (With inputs from agencies)

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