During 14th India-Japan summit, Japanese PM Fumio Kishida said Japan will invest $42 bn in India over the next five years.

Indian PM Modi hosts 14th India-Japan summit, Japanese PM pledges investment worth $42 billion

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a BJP Parliamentary Party meeting on Tuesday, March 15, in which he lauded The Kashmir Files and complimented the film industry's role in conveying history, despite an effort to trash it.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">PM Modi said in a new video that a "entire ecosystem" was working to undermine the film because it tells the "truth."&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">Vivek Agnihotri's film The Kashmir Files was released on March 11th.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">The film is based on the 1990s Kashmiri Hindu exodus from the Valley.</p>

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<p>It has sparked passionate debate on all sides.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">PM Modi commented on the film, saying, "For the past few days, people have been talking about it.People who normally spend their lives fighting for freedom of expression have become angry.They aren't talking about the movie as a work of art.Instead, the entire ecosystem is attempting to discredit the film."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PM Modi said such films should be made so that people get to know the truth, the source added.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">"My issue is not a film. My concern is that whatever is the truth needs to be presented in the right manner for the good of the country," he added, saying that if "one wants they can bring another movie on the same issue with a different perspective".</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a BJP Parliamentary Party meeting on Tuesday, March 15, in which he lauded The Kashmir Files and complimented the film industry's role in conveying history, despite an effort to trash it.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a BJP Parliamentary Party meeting on Tuesday, March 15, in which he lauded The Kashmir Files and complimented the film industry's role in conveying history, despite an effort to trash it. PM Modi said in a new video that a "entire ecosystem" was working to undermine the film because it tells the "truth." Vivek Agnihotri's film The Kashmir Files was released on March 11th. The film is based on the 1990s Kashmiri Hindu exodus from the Valley. This ecosystem is hell-bent on condemning an individual who has demonstrated the bravery to tell the truth. They also refuse to comprehend or permit others to do so. They do not want to accept the reality, and they do not want the truth to be presented in public. × It has sparked passionate debate on all sides. PM Modi commented on the film, saying, "For the past few days, people have been talking about it.People who normally spend their lives fighting for freedom of expression have become angry.They aren't talking about the movie as a work of art.Instead, the entire ecosystem is attempting to discredit the film." Prime Minister Narendra Modi on #TheKashmirFiles… Truth based on facts presented in the movie, but the whole “ecosystem” is out to discredit it. pic.twitter.com/V4cuQhNuCq — Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) March 15, 2022 × PM Modi said such films should be made so that people get to know the truth, the source added. "My issue is not a film. My concern is that whatever is the truth needs to be presented in the right manner for the good of the country," he added, saying that if "one wants they can bring another movie on the same issue with a different perspective". (With inputs from agencies)

Entire ecosystem out to discredit a film that tells the truth: PM Modi on 'The Kashmir Files'

India's PM Narendra Modi chaired a key security meeting on India's military preparedness. During the meeting, officials briefed PM on Indians that have been evacuated from Ukraine.

India's PM Narendra Modi chairs key security meeting on India's military preparedness

<p>Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina praised her Indian counterpart on Wednesday for rescuing nine of her country's residents from war-torn Ukraine.</p>

<p>Since Russia attacked Ukraine two weeks ago, India has rescued trapped individuals, especially students, from numerous other countries, including Pakistan, Nepal, and Tunisia, as part of its 'Operation Ganga' evacuation effort.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, ANI posted a video of a Pakistani student thanking the Indian government for removing her from the conflict-torn country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to ANI, the girl, Asma Shafique, was rescued by Indian officials and is currently on her way to western Ukraine, according to reports.</p>

<p>According to the reports, she will be reunited with her family soon.</p>

<p>The girl can be heard in the video thanking the Indian consulate in Kyiv as well as Modi for his help.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I want to thank the Indian embassy in Kyiv for supporting us all the way here as we were stuck in a very difficult situation, and I also want to thank the Prime Minister of India for supporting us. I hope we get home safely because of the Indian embassy," she said.</p>

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<p>On Sunday, Indian PM Modi said that "the fact that India was able to evacuate its citizens during the war in Ukraine demonstrates the country's growing global significance,".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"You have seen how, under Operation Ganga, India is bringing its citizens safely out of the war zone. Many big countries are facing difficulties in doing so. But it is due to India’s increasing influence that we have brought thousands of students back to their motherland," Modi said</p>

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Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina praised her Indian counterpart on Wednesday for rescuing nine of her country's residents from war-torn Ukraine. Since Russia attacked Ukraine two weeks ago, India has rescued trapped individuals, especially students, from numerous other countries, including Pakistan, Nepal, and Tunisia, as part of its 'Operation Ganga' evacuation effort.

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina praised her Indian counterpart on Wednesday for rescuing nine of her country's residents from war-torn Ukraine. Since Russia attacked Ukraine two weeks ago, India has rescued trapped individuals, especially students, from numerous other countries, including Pakistan, Nepal, and Tunisia, as part of its 'Operation Ganga' evacuation effort. Earlier in the day, ANI posted a video of a Pakistani student thanking the Indian government for removing her from the conflict-torn country. According to ANI, the girl, Asma Shafique, was rescued by Indian officials and is currently on her way to western Ukraine, according to reports. According to the reports, she will be reunited with her family soon. The girl can be heard in the video thanking the Indian consulate in Kyiv as well as Modi for his help. "I want to thank the Indian embassy in Kyiv for supporting us all the way here as we were stuck in a very difficult situation, and I also want to thank the Prime Minister of India for supporting us. I hope we get home safely because of the Indian embassy," she said. #WATCH | Pakistan's Asma Shafique thanks the Indian embassy in Kyiv and Prime Minister Modi for evacuating her. Shas been rescued by Indian authorities and is enroute to Western #Ukraine for further evacuation out of the country. She will be reunited with her family soon:Sources pic.twitter.com/9hiBWGKvNp — ANI (@ANI) March 9, 2022 × On Sunday, Indian PM Modi said that "the fact that India was able to evacuate its citizens during the war in Ukraine demonstrates the country's growing global significance,". "You have seen how, under Operation Ganga, India is bringing its citizens safely out of the war zone. Many big countries are facing difficulties in doing so. But it is due to India’s increasing influence that we have brought thousands of students back to their motherland," Modi said (With inputs from agencies)

Operation Ganga: Sheikh Hasina thanks PM Modi for rescuing Bangladeshis from war-hit Ukraine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and the President of Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy, urging the two sides of ceasefire and to ensure the safe evacuation of all the Indians from the region.

PM Modi speaks with Putin, Zelensky, conveys concern for safety of Indians

To ensure the safe evacuation of its citizens from war-torn Ukraine, India has launched a massive evacuation plan it's called operation Ganga under which several flights are flying out of Indian nationals out of Europe's evacuation centres. Now, Prime Minister Narendra Modi again spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

PM Modi & Putin held 2 rounds of talks: Focus on the safety of Indian nationals in Ukraine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared his thoughts with the people in the country and abroad in the 'Mann Ki Baat' programme. It was the 86th episode of the monthly radio programme of the prime minister.

Indian PM Modi addresses 86th edition of monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'

<p>In a significant development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet Afghan Sikh and Hindu community leaders and members.</p>

<p>For many minorities, India has been a second home, especially since the Taliban's takeover of the country last August. Under "Operation Devi Shakti" last year India had evacuated hundreds of stranded Indian nationals and Afghan minority community members from the country.</p>

<p>Sikh groups in Delhi, leaders like Puneet Singh Chandok have been raising the issue of the situation of the Afghan minority community in India with the Indian government. In a letter to PM Modi, Chandhok, president of the Indian World Forum emphasised on pressing issues like Indian citizenship for Afghan minorities, visas&nbsp;and&nbsp;maintenance of gurudwara&nbsp;in Afghanistan.</p>

<p>The letter seen by WION said, "Government of India may consider and set-up a single-window facility in particular for Afghan minorities for processing their fresh and pending applications" when it comes to citizenship.</p>

<p>It has also suggested recruitment of Afghan minorities in Indian armed forces, on the lines of recruitment of Nepali Gorkhas in the Indian Army. Some kind of announcement could be made after the meeting. India in the past has also brought the Holy Guru Granth Sahib and important Hindu scriptures from Afghanistan over fears of safety after the Taliban's takeover.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India may&nbsp;send&nbsp;50,000 tonnes&nbsp;of wheat&nbsp;as humanitarian aid to Afghanistan next week. The aid will be sent over route through Pakistan&nbsp;territory on Afghan trucks.</p>

<p>The ministry&nbsp;of external affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday said, "We are committed to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. We have said this before, we have shared information about the shipment of medicines and vaccines. The modalities for the shipment of 50,000 tonnes of wheat via Pakistan are in the final stages."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian embassy in Rome and the United Nations World Food Program had formally signed an MoU on February 12 for the distribution of wheat to Afghanistan.</p>


In a significant development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet Afghan Sikh and Hindu community leaders and members. For many minorities, India has been a second home, especially since the Taliban's takeover of the country last August.

In a significant development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet Afghan Sikh and Hindu community leaders and members. For many minorities, India has been a second home, especially since the Taliban's takeover of the country last August. Under "Operation Devi Shakti" last year India had evacuated hundreds of stranded Indian nationals and Afghan minority community members from the country. Sikh groups in Delhi, leaders like Puneet Singh Chandok have been raising the issue of the situation of the Afghan minority community in India with the Indian government. In a letter to PM Modi, Chandhok, president of the Indian World Forum emphasised on pressing issues like Indian citizenship for Afghan minorities, visas and maintenance of gurudwara in Afghanistan. The letter seen by WION said, "Government of India may consider and set-up a single-window facility in particular for Afghan minorities for processing their fresh and pending applications" when it comes to citizenship. It has also suggested recruitment of Afghan minorities in Indian armed forces, on the lines of recruitment of Nepali Gorkhas in the Indian Army. Some kind of announcement could be made after the meeting. India in the past has also brought the Holy Guru Granth Sahib and important Hindu scriptures from Afghanistan over fears of safety after the Taliban's takeover. Meanwhile, India may send 50,000 tonnes of wheat as humanitarian aid to Afghanistan next week. The aid will be sent over route through Pakistan territory on Afghan trucks. The ministry of external affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday said, "We are committed to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. We have said this before, we have shared information about the shipment of medicines and vaccines. The modalities for the shipment of 50,000 tonnes of wheat via Pakistan are in the final stages." The Indian embassy in Rome and the United Nations World Food Program had formally signed an MoU on February 12 for the distribution of wheat to Afghanistan.

PM Modi to meet Afghan Sikh, Hindu community members soon

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="21">The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and the United Arab Emirates was signed on Friday, bolstering the strategic partnership and advancing bilateral economic and commercial engagement to new heights.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="23">CEPA was signed during a meeting between the UAE delegation led by Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al-Marri and Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi and India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="24">With the signing of CEPA, Piyush Goyal remarked in a tweet that the two countries are "entering a golden age of economic and trade cooperation."<br />
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<p>During the India-UAE virtual summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that following the visit of LG Jammu and Kashmir to the UAE, many UAE companies have shown interest in investing in the UT. We welcome investment by the UAE in all sectors, including logistics, healthcare, and hospitality in J&amp;K.</p>

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<p>The Indian PM strongly condemns the recent terrorist attacks in the UAE. He said that India and the UAE would stand shoulder to shoulder against terrorism.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="27">Talking about entrepreneurship and start-ups, PM Modi said that we can encourage startups in India and the UAE through joint incubation and joint financing. We can also cooperate on modern institutions of excellence for the skill development of our citizens.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="28">PM Modi thanked the UAE and said, "During the COVID crisis, you took care of Indian citizens in the UAE." This year is of extreme importance for both countries. You will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the UAE and we will start to celebrate the 75th anniversary of our freedom.</p>

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The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and the United Arab Emirates was signed on Friday, bolstering the strategic partnership and advancing bilateral economic and commercial engagement to new heights.

The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and the United Arab Emirates was signed on Friday, bolstering the strategic partnership and advancing bilateral economic and commercial engagement to new heights. CEPA was signed during a meeting between the UAE delegation led by Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al-Marri and Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi and India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. With the signing of CEPA, Piyush Goyal remarked in a tweet that the two countries are "entering a golden age of economic and trade cooperation." The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), as it is known, is expected to boost annual bilateral non-oil trade from $60 billion to $100 billion within the next three to five years, India's Prime Minister's office said. × During the India-UAE virtual summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that following the visit of LG Jammu and Kashmir to the UAE, many UAE companies have shown interest in investing in the UT. We welcome investment by the UAE in all sectors, including logistics, healthcare, and hospitality in J&K. HH @MohamedBinZayed and I believe that the India-UAE CEPA signed today will be a game-changer in our economic ties. With enhanced market access, bilateral trade in goods should rise to $100 billion and services to $15 billion in the next 5 years. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 18, 2022 × I am very happy that both our countries have signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement today. It is noteworthy that India & UAE was able to conclude negotiations on such an important agreement in less than 3 months: PM Modi during India-UAE virtual summit pic.twitter.com/gl7dppuL4q — ANI (@ANI) February 18, 2022 × The Indian PM strongly condemns the recent terrorist attacks in the UAE. He said that India and the UAE would stand shoulder to shoulder against terrorism. Talking about entrepreneurship and start-ups, PM Modi said that we can encourage startups in India and the UAE through joint incubation and joint financing. We can also cooperate on modern institutions of excellence for the skill development of our citizens. PM Modi thanked the UAE and said, "During the COVID crisis, you took care of Indian citizens in the UAE." This year is of extreme importance for both countries. You will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the UAE and we will start to celebrate the 75th anniversary of our freedom. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | India-UAE trade deal: Negotiations were concluded in less than 3 months, says PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with Abu Dhabi crown prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during which India-UAE free trade agreement was signed.

PM Modi holds India-UAE summit with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, free trade pact signed

"BJP began winning after losing again and again. When we win, we try to connect to grassroots and leave no stone unturned in winning hearts," says Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an big interview before assembly elections in 5 states of the country.

Big Interview: BJP tries to leave no stone unturned in winning hearts, says Indian PM Narendra Modi

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<p>For the third time in a row, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi topped the ‘Global Leader Approval’ with 72 per cent rating, leaving behind global leaders including US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and French President Emmanuel Macron. These ratings are released by American research firm - Morning Consult, with the highest 70 per cent approval ratings.&nbsp;</p>

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Modi: 72%<br />
López Obrador: 64%<br />
Draghi: 57%<br />
Kishida: 47%<br />
Scholz: 42%<br />
Biden: 41%<br />
Moon: 41%<br />
Morrison: 41%<br />
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<p>After PM Modi, comes Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador with 64 per cent. He is followed by Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi at 57 per cent, Fumio Kishida at 47 per cent and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at 42 per cent.</p>

<p>PM Modi is also ahead of US President Joe Biden who is at 41 per cent which is the same as South Korean President Moon Jae-in.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-delegation-to-visit-pakistan-in-march-for-indus-commission-meet-451170"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Indian delegation to visit Pakistan in March for Indus Commission meet</strong></a></p>

<p>The Morning Consult conducts this survey every week and offers a real-time insight into the shifting political dynamics. The firm provides the latest data on 13 countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These surveys are analysed in each country by age, gender and region.</p>

<p>Earlier also in November last year, PM Modi had topped the rating list.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Following is the list of approval ratings of global leaders in comparison with Prime Minister Modi:</strong></p>

<p>Narendra Modi: 72%&nbsp;</p>

<p>López Obrador: 64%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mario Draghi: 57%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fumio Kishida: 47%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Olaf cholz: 42%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Joe Biden: 41%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moon Jae-in: 41%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Scott Morrison: 41%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Justin rudeau: 41%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pedro Sánchez: 37%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jair Bolsonaro: 36%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emmanuel Macron: 35%&nbsp;</p>

<p>Boris Johnson: 30%&nbsp;</p>


For the third time in a row, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi topped the ‘Global Leader Approval’ with 72 per cent rating, leaving behind global leaders including US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and French President Emmanuel Macron.

For the third time in a row, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi topped the ‘Global Leader Approval’ with 72 per cent rating, leaving behind global leaders including US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and French President Emmanuel Macron. These ratings are released by American research firm - Morning Consult, with the highest 70 per cent approval ratings. Global Leader Approval: Among All Adults https://t.co/wRhUGstJrS Modi: 72% López Obrador: 64% Draghi: 57% Kishida: 47% Scholz: 42% Biden: 41% Moon: 41% Morrison: 41% Trudeau: 41% Sánchez: 37% Bolsonaro: 36% Macron: 35% Johnson: 30% *Updated 02/03/22 pic.twitter.com/h51SXXBAFj — Morning Consult (@MorningConsult) February 6, 2022 × After PM Modi, comes Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador with 64 per cent. He is followed by Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi at 57 per cent, Fumio Kishida at 47 per cent and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at 42 per cent. PM Modi is also ahead of US President Joe Biden who is at 41 per cent which is the same as South Korean President Moon Jae-in. Also read | Indian delegation to visit Pakistan in March for Indus Commission meet The Morning Consult conducts this survey every week and offers a real-time insight into the shifting political dynamics. The firm provides the latest data on 13 countries. These surveys are analysed in each country by age, gender and region. Earlier also in November last year, PM Modi had topped the rating list. Following is the list of approval ratings of global leaders in comparison with Prime Minister Modi: Narendra Modi: 72% López Obrador: 64% Mario Draghi: 57% Fumio Kishida: 47% Olaf cholz: 42% Joe Biden: 41% Moon Jae-in: 41% Scott Morrison: 41% Justin rudeau: 41% Pedro Sánchez: 37% Jair Bolsonaro: 36% Emmanuel Macron: 35% Boris Johnson: 30%

Indian Prime Minister Modi tops ‘Global Leader Approval’ ratings for the third time

India's one of the most iconic singers, Lata Mangeshkar has died due to COVID-19 complications. She was admitted to a hospital for around a month.

Indian PM Narendra Modi remembers late veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) manifesto for the upcoming Goa Assembly Elections will be released by Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari in Panaji on Sunday.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="15">On the same day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a virtual rally at 20 locations in the North Goa district at 4:30 pm, as per an official statement from BJP`s Goa unit.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="16">The BJP stated that it has taken into account grass-roots suggestions made to the party through various channels of communication.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="17">To elicit public opinion for drafting its manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls, BJP Goa has sent Sankalp Peti across all the places to receive valuable suggestions from the people.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="18">"The thrust of the manifesto will be to carry forward the BJP's Golden Goa," the party said.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="19">It further stated that the party has been working towards 'Progressive Goa' and has brought human and infrastructural development.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="20">In the last 10 years of the BJP government in Goa and seven years at the Centre, the visionary policies of the BJP have ensured long-term development for Goa.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="21">The BJP said that the soon-to-be-released manifesto will not be just a document but BJP`s commitment to the people of Goa.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="22">"Every suggestion and promise made in the manifesto will be executed soon after BJP forms government, yet again. BJP has completed nearly all the poll promises made during the last election," it said.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="23">"BJP is confident that Goans will once again shower their blessings and love to the country's largest party on February 14," the party's statement read. Goa will go to the Assembly polls on February 14. The counting of votes will take place on March 10.</p>


The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) manifesto for the upcoming Goa Assembly Elections will be released by Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari in Panaji on Sunday.

The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) manifesto for the upcoming Goa Assembly Elections will be released by Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari in Panaji on Sunday. On the same day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a virtual rally at 20 locations in the North Goa district at 4:30 pm, as per an official statement from BJP`s Goa unit. The BJP stated that it has taken into account grass-roots suggestions made to the party through various channels of communication. To elicit public opinion for drafting its manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls, BJP Goa has sent Sankalp Peti across all the places to receive valuable suggestions from the people. "The thrust of the manifesto will be to carry forward the BJP's Golden Goa," the party said. It further stated that the party has been working towards 'Progressive Goa' and has brought human and infrastructural development. In the last 10 years of the BJP government in Goa and seven years at the Centre, the visionary policies of the BJP have ensured long-term development for Goa. The BJP said that the soon-to-be-released manifesto will not be just a document but BJP`s commitment to the people of Goa. "Every suggestion and promise made in the manifesto will be executed soon after BJP forms government, yet again. BJP has completed nearly all the poll promises made during the last election," it said. "BJP is confident that Goans will once again shower their blessings and love to the country's largest party on February 14," the party's statement read. Goa will go to the Assembly polls on February 14. The counting of votes will take place on March 10.

Goa Assembly polls 2022: PM Modi to address virtual rally across 20 locations in Panaji

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on Martyrs' Day.

India's PM Modi & President Kovind pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on Martyrs' Day

<p>In what comes as a remarkable achievement for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that about 75 per cent of the country's adult population has received two vaccine doses against the deadly coronavirus. "Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat. Proud of all those who are making our vaccination drive a success," PM Modi wrote in a tweet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes in at a time when the country is battling against the highly contagious Omicron variant.&nbsp;</p>

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Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat.<br />
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Proud of all those who are making our vaccination drive a success. <a href="https://t.co/OeCJddtAL8">https://t.co/OeCJddtAL8</a></p>
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<p>As per the health ministry data, India reported 234,281 new Covid infections over the last 24 hours, taking the overall tally to 41.09 million. A total of 893 fatalities were recorded as the total death toll reached 494,091.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-jem-commander-zahid-wani-among-five-terrorists-killed-in-twin-operations-in-jk-448893"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;India: JeM commander Zahid Wani among five terrorists killed in twin operations in J&amp;K</strong></a></p>

<p>Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in a tweet said, "With the mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Prayas', India has vaccinated 75 per cent of its adult population with both doses of the vaccine. We are getting stronger in the fight against Corona. We have to follow all the rules and administer the vaccine as soon as possible."</p>

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कोरोना से लड़ाई में हम निरंतर मज़बूत हो रहें है। हमें सभी नियमों का पालन करते रहना है और जल्द से जल्द वैक्सीन लगवानी है। <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SabkoVaccineMuftVaccine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SabkoVaccineMuftVaccine</a> <a href="https://t.co/wSBg9AQphx">pic.twitter.com/wSBg9AQphx</a></p>
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<p>Earlier in October,&nbsp;the number of Covid&nbsp;vaccine doses delivered in India surpassed the one billion mark.</p>

<p>India's status as a worldwide vaccine and biologics production powerhouse has grown because the government has been conducting a massive vaccination campaign for its massive eligible population.&nbsp;</p>

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In what comes as a remarkable achievement for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that about 75 per cent of the country's adult population has received two vaccine doses against the deadly coronavirus.

In what comes as a remarkable achievement for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that about 75 per cent of the country's adult population has received two vaccine doses against the deadly coronavirus. "Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat. Proud of all those who are making our vaccination drive a success," PM Modi wrote in a tweet. This comes in at a time when the country is battling against the highly contagious Omicron variant. 75% of all adults are fully vaccinated. Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat. Proud of all those who are making our vaccination drive a success. https://t.co/OeCJddtAL8 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 30, 2022 × As per the health ministry data, India reported 234,281 new Covid infections over the last 24 hours, taking the overall tally to 41.09 million. A total of 893 fatalities were recorded as the total death toll reached 494,091. Also read | India: JeM commander Zahid Wani among five terrorists killed in twin operations in J&K Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in a tweet said, "With the mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Prayas', India has vaccinated 75 per cent of its adult population with both doses of the vaccine. We are getting stronger in the fight against Corona. We have to follow all the rules and administer the vaccine as soon as possible." 'सबका साथ, सबका प्रयास' के मंत्र के साथ, भारत ने अपनी 75% वयस्क आबादी को वैक्सीन की दोनों डोज लगाने का लक्ष्य हासिल कर लिया है। कोरोना से लड़ाई में हम निरंतर मज़बूत हो रहें है। हमें सभी नियमों का पालन करते रहना है और जल्द से जल्द वैक्सीन लगवानी है। #SabkoVaccineMuftVaccine pic.twitter.com/wSBg9AQphx — Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) January 30, 2022 × Earlier in October, the number of Covid vaccine doses delivered in India surpassed the one billion mark. India's status as a worldwide vaccine and biologics production powerhouse has grown because the government has been conducting a massive vaccination campaign for its massive eligible population. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation with the 85th edition of Mann ki Baat. It is also the first edition of this year.

Watch Indian PM Narendra Modi's first 'Mann Ki Baat' of year 2022

India and Israel celebrated 30th anniversary of full diplomatic relations. While COVID has meant that some planned celebrations have had to go online, the two countries have jointly launched the anniversary year virtually with a logo marking the occasion.

30 years of India, Israel ties: PM Naftali Bennett shares heartfelt message

In a special video message released on Saturday to commemorate thirty years of full diplomatic relations between India and Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that there could not be a better time to set new goals to take forward relations between the two countries.

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<p>A day after the Republic Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the first India-Central Asia Summit virtually on Thursday to take ties to "newer heights".</p>

<p>The virtual summit will be attended by Presidents from Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan&nbsp;and Uzbekistan. India had proposed a visit by the Central Asian leaders as chief guests during the Republic Day celebrations however they could not attend due to the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

<p>The key focus area during the summit is likely to be trade and&nbsp;culture with the Afghanistan issue likely to be addressed in detail as part of regional security.</p>

<p>The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had stated earlier that it is the first engagement of its kind between India and the Central Asian countries at the highest level.</p>

<p>The MEA had added that it was a reflection of growing engagement in India's "extended neighbourhood". PM Modi had visited all central Asian countries during his first term in office in 2015.</p>

<p>The India-Central Asia dialogue at the foreign ministers’ level was held last month between 18-20 December.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>

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A day after the Republic Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the first India-Central Asia Summit virtually on Thursday to take ties to "newer heights".

A day after the Republic Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the first India-Central Asia Summit virtually on Thursday to take ties to "newer heights". The virtual summit will be attended by Presidents from Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. India had proposed a visit by the Central Asian leaders as chief guests during the Republic Day celebrations however they could not attend due to the coronavirus pandemic. The key focus area during the summit is likely to be trade and culture with the Afghanistan issue likely to be addressed in detail as part of regional security. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had stated earlier that it is the first engagement of its kind between India and the Central Asian countries at the highest level. The MEA had added that it was a reflection of growing engagement in India's "extended neighbourhood". PM Modi had visited all central Asian countries during his first term in office in 2015. The India-Central Asia dialogue at the foreign ministers’ level was held last month between 18-20 December. (With inputs from Agencies)

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<p>India is celebrating its 73rd&nbsp;Republic Day, a day&nbsp;to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26,&nbsp;1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities&nbsp;were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26).</p>

<p>The 73rd R-Day celebrations is all the more special as it&nbsp;falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi personally wrote to some of the most loved foreign players in India, such as Chris Gayle and Jonty Rhodes. Both Gayle and Rhodes have been immensely loved by the Indians ever since the IPL came into existence in 2008.</p>

<p>PM Modi included Gayle and Rhodes in India's R-Day celebrations and the duo have also reacted to his messages. Gayle wrote on Twitter, "I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi&nbsp;@narendramodi&nbsp;reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love 🇮🇳🇯🇲❤️🙏🏿</p>
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<p>On the other hand, Rhodes shared PM Modi's message and replied saying, "Thank you&nbsp;@narendramodi&nbsp;ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a> with all of India, honouring the importance of a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Constitution?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Constitution</a> that protects the rights of the Indian people <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JaiHind?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JaiHind</a> <a href="https://t.co/olovZ8Pgvn">pic.twitter.com/olovZ8Pgvn</a></p>
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<p>President of India Ram Nath Kovind had also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73<sup>rd&nbsp;</sup>Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated&nbsp;every year&nbsp;as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever."</p>

<p>Many sporting icons of the country -- such as Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza, Sachin Tendulkar and the likes --&nbsp;have also extended their wishes to the countrymen on the historic day.&nbsp;</p>


India is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26, 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26).

India is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force on January 26, 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities were involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday (January 26). The 73rd R-Day celebrations is all the more special as it falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi personally wrote to some of the most loved foreign players in India, such as Chris Gayle and Jonty Rhodes. Both Gayle and Rhodes have been immensely loved by the Indians ever since the IPL came into existence in 2008. PM Modi included Gayle and Rhodes in India's R-Day celebrations and the duo have also reacted to his messages. Gayle wrote on Twitter, "I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi @narendramodi reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love." I would like to congratulate India on their 73rd Republic Day. I woke up to a personal message from Prime Minister Modi @narendramodi reaffirming my close personal ties with him and to the people of India. Congratulations from the Universe Boss and nuff love 🇮🇳🇯🇲❤️🙏🏿 — Chris Gayle (@henrygayle) January 26, 2022 × ALSO READ | Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra lead wishes from sports fraternity as India celebrates 73rd Republic Day On the other hand, Rhodes shared PM Modi's message and replied saying, "Thank you @narendramodi ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind." Thank you @narendramodi ji for the very kind words. I have indeed grown so much as an individual on every visit to India. My whole family celebrates #RepublicDay with all of India, honouring the importance of a #Constitution that protects the rights of the Indian people #JaiHind pic.twitter.com/olovZ8Pgvn — Jonty Rhodes (@JontyRhodes8) January 26, 2022 × ALSO READ | Republic Day parade: Haryana tableau demonstrates proactive sports promotion policies President of India Ram Nath Kovind had also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73rd Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated every year as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever." Many sporting icons of the country -- such as Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza, Sachin Tendulkar and the likes -- have also extended their wishes to the countrymen on the historic day.

Chris Gayle, Jonty Rhodes react after receiving personal message from PM Modi on India's 73rd Republic Day

<p>India has dived into celebrations as the rich and diverse country&nbsp;is celebrating its 73rd&nbsp;Republic Day, a day celebrated to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force&nbsp;in the year 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities have, hence, been busy involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday.</p>

<p>On the occasion, PM Narendra Modi tweeted and wrote, "Wishing you all a happy Republic Day. Jai Hind!"</p>

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Wishing you all a happy Republic Day. Jai Hind! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a></p>
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<p>President of India Ram Nath Kovind also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations nationwide. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73<sup>rd&nbsp;</sup>Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated&nbsp;every year&nbsp;as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever."</p>

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<p>Wishes have been pouring in from the sports fraternity as well. The likes of Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza and many others have also taken to their respective Twitter handles to lead wishes on the landmark day for the nation. <strong>Here are some wishes from the sporting icons of the country:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Happy Republic Day to all. Proud to be an Indian. 🇮🇳</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, more prosperous than our own Bharat.<br />
Jai Hind 🙏🏼<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a> <a href="https://t.co/vdgzIRafZJ">pic.twitter.com/vdgzIRafZJ</a></p>
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1486210872250798082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 26, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sharing something close to my heart - The “𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺”.<br />
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Happy <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a> to all my fellow Indians! 🇮🇳<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SportPlayingNation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SportPlayingNation</a> <a href="https://t.co/RmeoLdydAY">pic.twitter.com/RmeoLdydAY</a></p>
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/1486214937412517888?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 26, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">After laying down countless lives, we got the rights to protect each life! Cherish it! Happy <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a>🇮🇳</p>
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) <a href="https://twitter.com/GautamGambhir/status/1486196375125897220?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 26, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Happy Republic Day 🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/M1J8ZqSqGa">pic.twitter.com/M1J8ZqSqGa</a></p>
— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) <a href="https://twitter.com/MirzaSania/status/1486201720405622784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 26, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Greetings to every Indian on the occasion of our 73rd <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RepublicDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RepublicDay</a>. Our diversity is our beauty and I wish everyone peace, good health and happiness. Jai Hind! <a href="https://t.co/6pedL3jnwc">pic.twitter.com/6pedL3jnwc</a></p>
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<p>For the unversed, this year's celebrations are all the more special as it falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus the celebrations are marked as the 'Azaadi ka Mahotsav' across the country. Moreover, the yearly R-Day celebrations will now last from January 23-30. January 23 marks the birth anniversary of one of the great Indian freedom fighters, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, whereas 30th of January is observed as the Martyrs' Day.</p>


India has dived into celebrations as the rich and diverse country is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day celebrated to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force in the year 1950.

India has dived into celebrations as the rich and diverse country is celebrating its 73rd Republic Day, a day celebrated to honour the prestigious Constitution of India which came into force in the year 1950. Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plenty of important personalities have, hence, been busy involved in the Republic Day parade in the national capital, New Delhi on Wednesday. On the occasion, PM Narendra Modi tweeted and wrote, "Wishing you all a happy Republic Day. Jai Hind!" आप सभी को गणतंत्र दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। जय हिंद! Wishing you all a happy Republic Day. Jai Hind! #RepublicDay — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 26, 2022 × President of India Ram Nath Kovind also addressed the nation on the eve of the R-Day celebrations nationwide. He told the countrymen in his speech, "My heartiest greetings to all of you, in India and abroad, on the eve of the 73rd Republic Day! It is an occasion to celebrate what is common to us all, our Indian-ness. It was on this day in 1950 that this sacred essence of us all assumed a formal shape. That day, India was established as the largest democratic republic and ‘we the people’ put into effect a Constitution that is an inspired document of our collective vision. The diversity and vibrancy of our democracy is appreciated world-wide. It is this spirit of unity and of being one nation which is celebrated every year as Republic Day. This year’s celebrations may be muted due to the pandemic, but the spirit is as strong as ever." ALSO READ | Padma Shri for Neeraj Chopra and 5 others, Devendra Jhajharia to be honoured with Padma Bhushan Wishes have been pouring in from the sports fraternity as well. The likes of Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Neeraj Chopra, Sania Mirza and many others have also taken to their respective Twitter handles to lead wishes on the landmark day for the nation. Here are some wishes from the sporting icons of the country: Happy Republic Day to all. Proud to be an Indian. 🇮🇳 — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) January 26, 2022 × May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, more prosperous than our own Bharat. Jai Hind 🙏🏼#RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/vdgzIRafZJ — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) January 26, 2022 × Sharing something close to my heart - The “𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺”. Happy #RepublicDay to all my fellow Indians! 🇮🇳#SportPlayingNation pic.twitter.com/RmeoLdydAY — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) January 26, 2022 × After laying down countless lives, we got the rights to protect each life! Cherish it! Happy #RepublicDay🇮🇳 — Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) January 26, 2022 × Happy Republic Day 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/M1J8ZqSqGa — Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) January 26, 2022 × Wish u all a very Happy Republic Day 🙏🙏.. #HappyRepublicDay #jaihind #India 🇮🇳🇮🇳 — Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) January 26, 2022 × मेरे सभी देशवासियों को #गणतंत्रदिवस के अवसर पर हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं । 🇮🇳 Wishing all of you a very Happy #RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/MQOsIl17Wy — Neeraj Chopra (@Neeraj_chopra1) January 26, 2022 × #RepublicDayIndia pic.twitter.com/i2laY3s7pK — Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) January 26, 2022 × Greetings to every Indian on the occasion of our 73rd #RepublicDay. Our diversity is our beauty and I wish everyone peace, good health and happiness. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/6pedL3jnwc — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) January 26, 2022 × ALSO READ | India's Olympic hero Neeraj Chopra to be awarded with Param Vashistha Seva Medal on Republic Day For the unversed, this year's celebrations are all the more special as it falls in the 75th year of Independence. Thus the celebrations are marked as the 'Azaadi ka Mahotsav' across the country. Moreover, the yearly R-Day celebrations will now last from January 23-30. January 23 marks the birth anniversary of one of the great Indian freedom fighters, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, whereas 30th of January is observed as the Martyrs' Day.

Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra lead wishes from sports fraternity as India celebrates 73rd Republic Day

In this exclusive interview, Anita Bose, daughter of late Indian freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose opens up on the installation of her father's statue at the iconic India Gate in New Delhi. She called it a 'better late than never' decision. Speaking about the installation of the statue, PM of India, Narendra Modi, had said that it will be a means to show India's 'indebtedness' to the late freedom fighter. He also announced that till the time the work for the 'grand statue' of Netaji, made of granite, is completed, a hologram statue would be installed at the same place.

India: Subhas Chandra Bose's daughter exclusive on installation of father's statue at India Gate

Paying tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary on Sunday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to the country. The Indian PM Modi wrote on Twitter, "I bow to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our nation."

Indian PM Narendra Modi unveils hologram statue of late freedom fighter Subhash Chandra Bose

<p>Emphasising on deep links between India and&nbsp;Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that both countries are "united by history, ancestry, culture, language and the shared waters of the Indian Ocean."</p>

<p>The Indian prime minister made the comments at a virtual event alongside Mauritius PM Pravind Kumar Jugnauth in which a slew of India-assisted projects were inaugurated.</p>

<p>PM Modi said,&nbsp;"Robust development partnership has emerged as a key pillar of our close ties", explaining, "Mauritius is a prime example of India's approach to development partnership which is based on the needs and priorities of our partners and respects their sovereignty."</p>

<p>Both leaders jointly inaugurated the Social Housing Units Project in the Indian Ocean Island country.</p>

<p>The project comprising of 956 housing units with associated infrastructure such as sewerage treatment plant, leeching field, playgrounds&nbsp;is implemented at two locations&nbsp; - Dagotiere (600 units) and Mare Tabac (356 units). It is one of the five high-profile infrastructure projects identified for implementation under the $353 million Special Economic Package (SEP) extended to Mauritius in 2016.</p>

<p>PM Modi highlighted that he is&nbsp;"particularly glad to be associated with this important effort to provide affordable houses to the common people of Mauritius".</p>

<p>India also initiated two other "nation building" projects including the state-of-the-art civil service college that will help in skilling government officers and the eight&nbsp;megawatt&nbsp;solar PV farm project which will help mitigate the climate challenges that Mauritius faces as an island country.</p>

<p>PM also pointed to cooperation in the maritime security domain, saying, "despite the constraints of COVID-19, we were able to hand over a Dornier aircraft on lease and complete the Short Refit of the Mauritian Coast Guard ship Barracuda".</p>

<p>India also deployed equipment and experts to contain the Wakashio oil spill which PM said "was another example of our cooperation to protect our shared maritime heritage."</p>

<p>Two MoUs were also exchanged during Thursday's event. One regarding Indian grant assistance for the implementation of small development projects, another a $190 million line of credit between export import bank of India (EXIM) and SBM (Mauritius) Infrastructure Development Company Ltd for the ongoing metro express project and other infrastructure projects.</p>

<p>In 2019, both PMs had jointly inaugurated the Metro express project and the New ENT hospital in Mauritius in virtual mode. Likewise, in July 2020, the new Supreme Court building of Mauritius was also inaugurated virtually by the two Prime Ministers.</p>


Emphasising on deep links between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that both countries are "united by history, ancestry, culture, language and the shared waters of the Indian Ocean.

Emphasising on deep links between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that both countries are "united by history, ancestry, culture, language and the shared waters of the Indian Ocean." The Indian prime minister made the comments at a virtual event alongside Mauritius PM Pravind Kumar Jugnauth in which a slew of India-assisted projects were inaugurated. PM Modi said, "Robust development partnership has emerged as a key pillar of our close ties", explaining, "Mauritius is a prime example of India's approach to development partnership which is based on the needs and priorities of our partners and respects their sovereignty." Both leaders jointly inaugurated the Social Housing Units Project in the Indian Ocean Island country. The project comprising of 956 housing units with associated infrastructure such as sewerage treatment plant, leeching field, playgrounds is implemented at two locations - Dagotiere (600 units) and Mare Tabac (356 units). It is one of the five high-profile infrastructure projects identified for implementation under the $353 million Special Economic Package (SEP) extended to Mauritius in 2016. PM Modi highlighted that he is "particularly glad to be associated with this important effort to provide affordable houses to the common people of Mauritius". India also initiated two other "nation building" projects including the state-of-the-art civil service college that will help in skilling government officers and the eight megawatt solar PV farm project which will help mitigate the climate challenges that Mauritius faces as an island country. PM also pointed to cooperation in the maritime security domain, saying, "despite the constraints of COVID-19, we were able to hand over a Dornier aircraft on lease and complete the Short Refit of the Mauritian Coast Guard ship Barracuda". India also deployed equipment and experts to contain the Wakashio oil spill which PM said "was another example of our cooperation to protect our shared maritime heritage." Two MoUs were also exchanged during Thursday's event. One regarding Indian grant assistance for the implementation of small development projects, another a $190 million line of credit between export import bank of India (EXIM) and SBM (Mauritius) Infrastructure Development Company Ltd for the ongoing metro express project and other infrastructure projects. In 2019, both PMs had jointly inaugurated the Metro express project and the New ENT hospital in Mauritius in virtual mode. Likewise, in July 2020, the new Supreme Court building of Mauritius was also inaugurated virtually by the two Prime Ministers.

India, Mauritius united by history, ancestry: PM Modi

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="14">Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Monday that dealing with the difficulties posed by cryptocurrenices requires a worldwide commitment.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="16">"The kind of technology it is associated with, the decision taken by a single country will be insufficient to deal with its challenges. We have to have a similar mindset," Modi said at the World Economic Forum's virtual Davos Agenda conference.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="17">India has been considering virtual currency-related rules, which were generally expected to be introduced in the parliament's winter session in December before being postponed.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">New Delhi has already stated that it intends to outlaw most cryptocurrencies, a move that would follow China's recent steps to tighten its grip on the digital currency.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="19">In addition, India's central bank has expressed "severe worries" about digital currencies, claiming that they could jeopardise financial stability.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="20">According to industry estimates, India has 15 million to 20 million cryptocurrency investors, with total crypto holdings of roughly 400 billion rupees ($5.39 billion).</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="21">Modi also stated that India is working on signing free trade deals with a number of countries.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="22">India has declared the start of free trade negotiations with the United Kingdom, with the goal of reaching an agreement by the end of the year.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="23">The prime minister also stated that now is the perfect moment to invest in India since the country is eager to establish itself as a more reliable partner in the global supply chain.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="24"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Monday that dealing with the difficulties posed by cryptocurrenices requires a worldwide commitment. "The kind of technology it is associated with, the decision taken by a single country will be insufficient to deal with its challenges.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Monday that dealing with the difficulties posed by cryptocurrenices requires a worldwide commitment. "The kind of technology it is associated with, the decision taken by a single country will be insufficient to deal with its challenges. We have to have a similar mindset," Modi said at the World Economic Forum's virtual Davos Agenda conference. India has been considering virtual currency-related rules, which were generally expected to be introduced in the parliament's winter session in December before being postponed. New Delhi has already stated that it intends to outlaw most cryptocurrencies, a move that would follow China's recent steps to tighten its grip on the digital currency. In addition, India's central bank has expressed "severe worries" about digital currencies, claiming that they could jeopardise financial stability. According to industry estimates, India has 15 million to 20 million cryptocurrency investors, with total crypto holdings of roughly 400 billion rupees ($5.39 billion). Modi also stated that India is working on signing free trade deals with a number of countries. India has declared the start of free trade negotiations with the United Kingdom, with the goal of reaching an agreement by the end of the year. The prime minister also stated that now is the perfect moment to invest in India since the country is eager to establish itself as a more reliable partner in the global supply chain. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi urges collective global effort to deal with cryptocurrencies

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the ‘State of the World’ special address at the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Davos Agenda 2022 Summit via video conference,

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses WEF’s Online Davos Agenda 2022 Summit

<p>India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day."</p>

<p>In his interaction, he called for innovating 'for India and from India' to scale new milestones. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The interaction was held as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. PM Modi interacted with over 150 startups via video conferencing under "Celebrating Innovation Ecosystem" section of the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our startups are changing the rules of the game. I believe that startups are going to be the backbone of New India. Let us innovate for India, innovate from India," the PM said.</p>

<p>He further highlighted that India has more than 60,000 startups with 42 unicorns. He also shared the steps taken by the government to free entrepreneurs and innovation from bureaucratic silos.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"India's ranking on the Global Innovation Index is improving because of the programme on innovation started in the country. India was ranked 81 in 2015 and now it is at No. 46," the PM said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day.

India will be celebrating January 16 as "National Start-up day", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. While addressing start-ups across the country, he said, "To make the culture of start-ups reach the far-flung parts of the country, it has been decided to celebrate January 16 as "National Start-up Day." In his interaction, he called for innovating 'for India and from India' to scale new milestones. The interaction was held as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. PM Modi interacted with over 150 startups via video conferencing under "Celebrating Innovation Ecosystem" section of the event. "Our startups are changing the rules of the game. I believe that startups are going to be the backbone of New India. Let us innovate for India, innovate from India," the PM said. He further highlighted that India has more than 60,000 startups with 42 unicorns. He also shared the steps taken by the government to free entrepreneurs and innovation from bureaucratic silos. "India's ranking on the Global Innovation Index is improving because of the programme on innovation started in the country. India was ranked 81 in 2015 and now it is at No. 46," the PM said. (With inputs from agencies)

To promote culture of start-ups, January 16 to be celebrated as 'National Start-up Day,' says PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that startups are going to be the backbone of new India and added that January 16 will be celebrated as 'National Startup Day'. "Start-ups are going to be the backbone of new India. When India completes 100 years of independence, startups will have an important role. Country's innovators are making the country proud globally," the Indian Prime Minister said during his interaction with startups across different sectors.

January 16 will be celebrated as 'National Startup Day': Indian PM Modi

इमरान खान और पाकिस्तानी सेना के बीच हालात बहुत खराब हो रहे हैं, ये नहीं मालूम कब चली जाए पाकिस्तान की सरकार, इमरान खान के एक बयान के बाद रिश्ते और खराब हुए हैं जिसमें उन्होंने कहा था कि जनरल बाजवा को एक्सटेशन देना मुश्किल है

Feud between Imran khan and Pakistani army chief led to  a new government in Pakistan?

<p>Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic <em>Rang De Basanti</em>, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab. For the unversed, PM's convoy was stuck in traffic for close to 20 minutes, due to the farmers' protests, before he returned to the airport in Bathinda on January 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thus, Saina had taken to her Twitter handle and wrote, "No nation can claim itself to be safe if the security of its own PM gets compromised. I condemn, in the strongest words possible, the cowardly attack on PM Modi by anrachists."</p>

<p>To this, Siddharth had tweeted, "Subtle cock champion of the world Thank God we have protectors of India (sic)." This, led to a widespread criticism of the actor for his usage of words on the social media platform; with&nbsp;National Commission for Women (NCW) urging the&nbsp;DGP Maharashtra to take strict action.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Tuesday (January 11), Siddharth issued an apology and wrote, "Dear Saina, I want to apologise to you for my rude joke that I wrote as a response to a tweet of yours a few days ago. I may disagree with you on many things, but even my disappointment or anger when I read your tweet, cannot justify my tone and words. I know I have more grace in me than that. As for the jokeif a joke needs to be explained, then it wasn’t a very good joke to begin with. Sorry about a joke that didn’t land."</p>

<p>"I, however, must insist my word play and humour had none of the malicious intent that so many people from all quarters have attributed to it. I am a staunch feminist ally and I assure there was no gender implied in my tweet and certainly no intent to attack you as a woman. I hope we can put this behind us and that you will accept my letter. You will always be my Champion. Honestly, Siddharth."</p>

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<p>In response to Siddharth's apology, the star shuttler and one-time Olympic medallist Saina has also reacted to his comments. In an interaction with Times Now, Saina said, "Good he has apologised. Shouldn’t be using these words for a woman. I was surprised to see myself trending on Twitter. I’ve never interacted with him but all I can say is God bless him." Earlier, Siddharth had defended his comments by tweeting, "Cock and bull. That`s the reference. Reading otherwise is unfair and leading. Nothing disrespectful was intended, said or insinuated. Period."</p>

<p>With the actor's apology and Saina's acceptance, it seems the matter will gradually die down. Nonetheless, all might not be over for Siddharth as the NSW chairperson, Rekha Sharma, has filed a complaint against the actor. It remains to be seen if any action will be taken against him.</p>


Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic Rang De Basanti, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab.

Actor Siddharth, most popularly known for his role in Bollywood cult classic Rang De Basanti, landed himself in trouble when he left a distasteful remark on badminton star Saina Nehwal's tweet, where the shuttler had expressed her concern over the recent security breach of PM Modi's visit to Punjab. For the unversed, PM's convoy was stuck in traffic for close to 20 minutes, due to the farmers' protests, before he returned to the airport in Bathinda on January 5. Thus, Saina had taken to her Twitter handle and wrote, "No nation can claim itself to be safe if the security of its own PM gets compromised. I condemn, in the strongest words possible, the cowardly attack on PM Modi by anrachists." To this, Siddharth had tweeted, "Subtle cock champion of the world Thank God we have protectors of India (sic)." This, led to a widespread criticism of the actor for his usage of words on the social media platform; with National Commission for Women (NCW) urging the DGP Maharashtra to take strict action. ALSO READ | Siddharth vs Nehwal: NCW asks DGP Maharashtra to take action as actor defends 'lewd' comments on shuttler On Tuesday (January 11), Siddharth issued an apology and wrote, "Dear Saina, I want to apologise to you for my rude joke that I wrote as a response to a tweet of yours a few days ago. I may disagree with you on many things, but even my disappointment or anger when I read your tweet, cannot justify my tone and words. I know I have more grace in me than that. As for the jokeif a joke needs to be explained, then it wasn’t a very good joke to begin with. Sorry about a joke that didn’t land." "I, however, must insist my word play and humour had none of the malicious intent that so many people from all quarters have attributed to it. I am a staunch feminist ally and I assure there was no gender implied in my tweet and certainly no intent to attack you as a woman. I hope we can put this behind us and that you will accept my letter. You will always be my Champion. Honestly, Siddharth." Dear @NSaina pic.twitter.com/plkqxVKVxY — Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) January 11, 2022 × ALSO READ | Very wrong to make such derogatory statement, Siddharth should apologise: Saina Nehwal's father In response to Siddharth's apology, the star shuttler and one-time Olympic medallist Saina has also reacted to his comments. In an interaction with Times Now, Saina said, "Good he has apologised. Shouldn’t be using these words for a woman. I was surprised to see myself trending on Twitter. I’ve never interacted with him but all I can say is God bless him." Earlier, Siddharth had defended his comments by tweeting, "Cock and bull. That`s the reference. Reading otherwise is unfair and leading. Nothing disrespectful was intended, said or insinuated. Period." With the actor's apology and Saina's acceptance, it seems the matter will gradually die down. Nonetheless, all might not be over for Siddharth as the NSW chairperson, Rekha Sharma, has filed a complaint against the actor. It remains to be seen if any action will be taken against him.

'Shouldn't be using these words....' - Saina Nehwal reacts as actor Siddharth apologies for his 'rude joke'

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