<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="3">Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year.</p>

<p>During their meeting at Washington DC, Modi invited Harris to visit India.</p>

<p>In a joint appearance with Modi, Harris said&nbsp;India is a vital companion of America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Modi said in his address, "I applaud America for assisting India when it was in the grip of the second wave of COVID-19."&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">Harris said:&nbsp;"When India was hit by a COVID outbreak, the US was happy to assist India in meeting its need and fulfilling its responsibility to vaccine its citizens...India was an important source of vaccines for other countries early in the pandemic."&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-invites-us-vice-president-kamala-harris-to-india-says-her-election-a-historic-event-415348"><strong>Also read | PM Modi invites US Vice President Kamala Harris to India, says her election a historic event</strong></a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">On COVID-19, "our nations have worked together. Early in the pandemic, India was a vital source of vaccines for other countries, "the US vice president said.</p>

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<p>She also noted India's exceptional pace of vaccination given its vast population. She said, "I welcome India's announcement that it will soon be able to resume vaccine exports. It is particular note and admiration that India, I'm told, is currently vaccinating approximately 10 million people a day as of today."<br />
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">The two leaders also stressed "the importance of our shared belief in a free and open Indo-Pacific region."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">"I know that India takes the issue of the climate crisis seriously," Harris said. "We believe that working together, the United States and India can have a profound impact not only on the people of our respective countries, but on the entire world."</p>

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<p>Earlier in June this year, PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Harris and discussed the US' strategy for global vaccine sharing and the Quad vaccine initiative to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>Harris' mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was born in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and immigrated to the United States as a teenager where she met Harris' father, Donald Harris, an immigrant from Jamaica.</p>

<p>Harris' maternal grandfather, PV Gopalan, had participated in the Indian independence movement and would later go on to become a senior civil servant in the country, at one point serving on an Indian diplomatic mission to Zambia.</p>

<p>Mukesh Aghi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the US-India Strategic Partnership, explained why the meeting between the two leaders is crucial.<br />
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<p>He said Harris is quite powerful within the administration and the connection between the two is going to help both countries in the short and long term.</p>

<p>In his remarks at their meeting, Modi said: "The vibrant and strong people to people connections between India and the US is a bridge between our two countries, their contributions are praiseworthy."</p>

<p>He noted that&nbsp;India and America are "natural partners", adding "we have similar values, geopolitical interests, and our coordination and cooperation is also increasing."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Your election as Vice President of USA has been an important and historic event," he told Harris. "You are a source of inspiration for many across the world. I am confident that under President [Joe] Biden and your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights."</p>

<p>"I express my gratitude to the US for extending a helping hand to India when India was hit by the second wave of COVID19," Modi said in the joint statement with&nbsp;Harris.&nbsp;</p>

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Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year.

Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year. During their meeting at Washington DC, Modi invited Harris to visit India. In a joint appearance with Modi, Harris said India is a vital companion of America. Modi said in his address, "I applaud America for assisting India when it was in the grip of the second wave of COVID-19." Harris said: "When India was hit by a COVID outbreak, the US was happy to assist India in meeting its need and fulfilling its responsibility to vaccine its citizens...India was an important source of vaccines for other countries early in the pandemic." Also read | PM Modi invites US Vice President Kamala Harris to India, says her election a historic event On COVID-19, "our nations have worked together. Early in the pandemic, India was a vital source of vaccines for other countries, "the US vice president said. Tête-à-tête between PM @narendramodi and @VP Kamala Harris before commencing delegation level talks. This is their first in-person meeting. pic.twitter.com/siKcVe88c3 — Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) September 23, 2021 × She also noted India's exceptional pace of vaccination given its vast population. She said, "I welcome India's announcement that it will soon be able to resume vaccine exports. It is particular note and admiration that India, I'm told, is currently vaccinating approximately 10 million people a day as of today." Also read | Why PM Modi's meeting with Qualcomm CEO is pivotal for India The two leaders also stressed "the importance of our shared belief in a free and open Indo-Pacific region." "I know that India takes the issue of the climate crisis seriously," Harris said. "We believe that working together, the United States and India can have a profound impact not only on the people of our respective countries, but on the entire world." "When you and I last spoke in June, we talked about how our world is more interconnected and interdependent than ever before...and the challenges that we face today have highlighted that fact," says US V-P Kamala Harris, welcoming Indian PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/zODgjDZCCr — WION (@WIONews) September 23, 2021 × Earlier in June this year, PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Harris and discussed the US' strategy for global vaccine sharing and the Quad vaccine initiative to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Harris' mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was born in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and immigrated to the United States as a teenager where she met Harris' father, Donald Harris, an immigrant from Jamaica. Harris' maternal grandfather, PV Gopalan, had participated in the Indian independence movement and would later go on to become a senior civil servant in the country, at one point serving on an Indian diplomatic mission to Zambia. Mukesh Aghi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the US-India Strategic Partnership, explained why the meeting between the two leaders is crucial. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi 'talking technology' with leading American CEOs from key sectors He said Harris is quite powerful within the administration and the connection between the two is going to help both countries in the short and long term. In his remarks at their meeting, Modi said: "The vibrant and strong people to people connections between India and the US is a bridge between our two countries, their contributions are praiseworthy." He noted that India and America are "natural partners", adding "we have similar values, geopolitical interests, and our coordination and cooperation is also increasing." "Your election as Vice President of USA has been an important and historic event," he told Harris. "You are a source of inspiration for many across the world. I am confident that under President [Joe] Biden and your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights." "I express my gratitude to the US for extending a helping hand to India when India was hit by the second wave of COVID19," Modi said in the joint statement with Harris. (With inputs from agencies)

'India, US natural partners,' say Indian PM Narendra Modi, US Vice President Kamala Harris after first in-person meeting

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<p>Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-talking-technology-with-leading-american-ceos-from-key-sectors-415274">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone praised the Indian prime minister after the one-on-one meetings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here is what they had to say about India:</p>

<p><strong>Qualcomm&nbsp;<br />
CEO: Cristiano E Amon</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi began his engagements with a "productive interaction" with President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano E Amon and highlighted the vast business opportunities in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India," Amon said after the meeting with PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As India is pushing for the 5G technology to be safe and secure, the meeting with chip giant Amon is of great significance as the San Diego-based company creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A world leader in 3G, 4G, and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products that are revolutionising industries, including automotive, computing and the Internet of Things (IoT).</p>

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<p><strong>Adobe<br />
CEO: Shantanu Narayen</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they spoke about Adobe's ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India.</p>

<p>Discussions also focused on India's flagship programme Digital India and the use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&amp;D.</p>

<p>"PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward," said Narayen after the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They discussed continued investment in innovation and both emphasised creating few centres of excellence in AI in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Adobe CEO appreciated the efforts of India in fighting Covid and particularly in the rapid vaccination.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>First Solar<br />
CEO: Mark Widmar</strong></p>

<p>During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, PM Modi discussed India's renewable energy landscape. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mark Widmar described as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. He also expressed happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM also spoke about India's green hydrogen mission as both CEO and PM agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>General Atomics Global Corporation<br />
CEO: Vivek Lall</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi and Vivek Lall spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the meeting, Vivek Lall said, "Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Modi's meeting with Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Blackstone<br />
CEO: Stephen Schwarzman</strong></p>

<p>During his interaction with Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is important to note that Schwarzman is CEO of one of the world's leading investment firms investing capital on behalf of pension funds, large institutions and individuals.</p>

<p>In March this year, Blackstone announced that funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate have acquired Embassy Industrial Parks from Warburg Pincus and Embassy Group, in one of India's largest logistics transactions.</p>

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Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India.

Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India. The CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone praised the Indian prime minister after the one-on-one meetings. Here is what they had to say about India: Qualcomm CEO: Cristiano E Amon PM Modi began his engagements with a "productive interaction" with President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano E Amon and highlighted the vast business opportunities in India. "It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India," Amon said after the meeting with PM Modi. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead As India is pushing for the 5G technology to be safe and secure, the meeting with chip giant Amon is of great significance as the San Diego-based company creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. A world leader in 3G, 4G, and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products that are revolutionising industries, including automotive, computing and the Internet of Things (IoT). It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India. Here is what President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon said after the meeting with PM @narendramodi in Washington DC. pic.twitter.com/ggOrSRoWxn — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Adobe CEO: Shantanu Narayen PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they spoke about Adobe's ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India. Discussions also focused on India's flagship programme Digital India and the use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&D. "PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward," said Narayen after the meeting. They discussed continued investment in innovation and both emphasised creating few centres of excellence in AI in India. The Adobe CEO appreciated the efforts of India in fighting Covid and particularly in the rapid vaccination. "PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward.” Mr. Shantanu Narayen, Chairman, President and CEO of @Adobe shares what he discussed with PM Modi during their meeting. pic.twitter.com/4uovM0kRF4 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × First Solar CEO: Mark Widmar During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, PM Modi discussed India's renewable energy landscape. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030. Mark Widmar described as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. He also expressed happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries. PM also spoke about India's green hydrogen mission as both CEO and PM agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region. CEO of @FirstSolar, Mr. Mark Widmar described his meeting with PM @narendramodi as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. pic.twitter.com/75ggIKayPU — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × General Atomics Global Corporation CEO: Vivek Lall PM Modi and Vivek Lall spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India. After the meeting, Vivek Lall said, "Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India." Modi's meeting with Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners. Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India, says Mr. Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of @GeneralAtomics Global Corporation. He shares details on what he and PM @narendramodi discussed during their meeting a short while ago. pic.twitter.com/BJmuIk8zZ6 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Blackstone CEO: Stephen Schwarzman During his interaction with Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. It is important to note that Schwarzman is CEO of one of the world's leading investment firms investing capital on behalf of pension funds, large institutions and individuals. In March this year, Blackstone announced that funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate have acquired Embassy Industrial Parks from Warburg Pincus and Embassy Group, in one of India's largest logistics transactions. Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone speaks about the interaction with the Prime Minister and the plans of investing in India in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/MAjvmBUj1H — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 ×

CEOs shower praise on India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets them in US

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's Ministry of External Affairs informed that PM Modi met with the President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon and during the meeting, they discussed "investment opportunities" offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The discussions also included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India, the ministry said in a release.</p>

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<p>"During the meeting, they discussed investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amon even expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other digital India efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi held one-on-one meetings with CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone before his first face-to-face meeting with US President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris.&nbsp;</p>

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President and CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/Qualcomm?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Qualcomm</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/cristianoamon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cristianoamon</a> and PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> had a productive interaction. PM Modi highlighted the vast opportunities India offers. Mr. Amon expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other <a href="https://twitter.com/_DigitalIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_DigitalIndia</a> efforts. <a href="https://t.co/kKcaXhpFtB">pic.twitter.com/kKcaXhpFtB</a></p>
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<p>PM Modi interacted with&nbsp;Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they discussed Adobe’s ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India.</p>

<p>MEA stated, "Discussions also focused on India’s flagship programme Digital India, and use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&amp;D."</p>

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<p>During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, discussions related to India's renewable energy landscape took place. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030.&nbsp;</p>

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CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/FirstSolar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstSolar</a>, Mr. Mark Widmar called on PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>. PM Modi elaborated on India's efforts to harness solar energy, including the 'One world, One sun and One grid' initiative and investment opportunities in the sector. <a href="https://t.co/tkPjoTkBwm">pic.twitter.com/tkPjoTkBwm</a></p>
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<p>Modi also met Vivek Lall, the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation and they&nbsp;spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his interaction with Stephen Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India, and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. &nbsp;</p>

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Mr. Vivek Lall of <a href="https://twitter.com/GeneralAtomics?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GeneralAtomics</a> Global Corporation interacted with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>. They discussed India's strides in drone technology, including the path-breaking reforms and PLI scheme. <a href="https://t.co/E04fzp1Odf">pic.twitter.com/E04fzp1Odf</a></p>
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors. India's Ministry of External Affairs informed that PM Modi met with the President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon and during the meeting, they discussed "investment opportunities" offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. The discussions also included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India, the ministry said in a release. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead "During the meeting, they discussed investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed." The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer. Amon even expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other digital India efforts. PM Modi held one-on-one meetings with CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone before his first face-to-face meeting with US President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris. Talking technology... President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon and PM @narendramodi had a productive interaction. PM Modi highlighted the vast opportunities India offers. Mr. Amon expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other @_DigitalIndia efforts. pic.twitter.com/kKcaXhpFtB — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they discussed Adobe’s ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India. MEA stated, "Discussions also focused on India’s flagship programme Digital India, and use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&D." Mr. Shantanu Narayen, Chairman, President and CEO of @Adobe met PM @narendramodi. Discussions focussed on leveraging technology to provide smart education to youngsters and enhance research. They also discussed the vibrant start-up sector in India, powered by the Indian youth. pic.twitter.com/oNTY95nrV0 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, discussions related to India's renewable energy landscape took place. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030. Renewed focus on renewable energy. CEO of @FirstSolar, Mr. Mark Widmar called on PM @narendramodi. PM Modi elaborated on India's efforts to harness solar energy, including the 'One world, One sun and One grid' initiative and investment opportunities in the sector. pic.twitter.com/tkPjoTkBwm — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Modi also met Vivek Lall, the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation and they spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India. During his interaction with Stephen Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India, and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. Discussing a subject of the future, which has captured the imagination of the present. Mr. Vivek Lall of @GeneralAtomics Global Corporation interacted with PM @narendramodi. They discussed India's strides in drone technology, including the path-breaking reforms and PLI scheme. pic.twitter.com/E04fzp1Odf — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Giving greater momentum to investments in India. Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone met PM @narendramodi. Various investment opportunities in India, including those arising due to the National Infrastructure Pipeline and National Monetisation Pipeline were discussed. pic.twitter.com/i7zHAECppi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 ×

Indian PM Narendra Modi 'talking technology' with leading American CEOs from key sectors

Indian PM Narendra Modi will travel to the US this week, where he is expected to hold a series of back-to-back high-level meetings. PM Modi’s visit will take place between September 22-27. During his trip, the PM is expected to visit both Washington and New York.

WION-USA Direct: Indian PM Narendra Modi will travel to US on 22nd September

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/life-goes-on-writes-akshay-kumar-as-remembers-mother-on-his-birthday-411898">Akshay Kumar</a> received an emotional letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday.&nbsp;<br />
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Extending his condolences, PM Modi mourned the loss of Akshay’s mother&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/bollywood/news-akshay-kumars-mother-passes-away-actor-in-unbearable-pain-411528">Aruna Bhatia, who passed away </a>on August 8.&nbsp;</p>

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Taking to Twitter, Akshay shared the long letter by PM Modi and thanked him for the amazing gesture of taking the&nbsp;time out to express his warm feelings for him&nbsp;and his late parents.</p>

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<p>Akshay wrote, “Humbled by condolence messages on mom’s passing, thankful to all. Grateful to hon’ble PM for this amazing gesture to take out time and express warm feelings for me and my late parents. These comforting words will stay with me forever. Jai Ambe.”<br />
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In the letter, PM Modi mentioned, “My dear Akshay, It was best if I would never have written such a letter. In an ideal world, such a time should never have come. I was saddened by the demise of your Mother, Smt. Aruna Bhatia. When I spoke to you that fateful morning, you were crestfallen and you encapsulated it emotionally when you wrote, "She was my core. And today I feel an unbreakable pain at the very core of my existence." You tasted success after much hard work and struggle. You have built a name and achieved fame for yourself through your determination and tenacity''.<br />
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Further adding, he wrote, 'When you began your career, I am sure people on the way would have been sceptical, even outright condescending. But, your Mother stood with you like a rock. At the peak of success and the lows of failure, she was there as an anchor. She ensured you remained kind, compassionate and humble at all times. ''</p>

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<p>Akshay Kumar’s mother died in a Mumbai hospital where she was first treated in the ICU.&nbsp;<br />
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Akshay shared the news of her death with a heartfelt message, writing, "She was my core. And today I feel an unbearable pain at the very core of my existence. My maa Smt Aruna Bhatia peacefully left this world today morning and got reunited with my dad in the other world. I respect your prayers as I and my family go through this period. Om Shanti."</p>


Akshay Kumar received an emotional letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. Extending his condolences, PM Modi mourned the loss of Akshay’s mother Aruna Bhatia, who passed away on August 8.

Akshay Kumar received an emotional letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. Extending his condolences, PM Modi mourned the loss of Akshay’s mother Aruna Bhatia, who passed away on August 8. Taking to Twitter, Akshay shared the long letter by PM Modi and thanked him for the amazing gesture of taking the time out to express his warm feelings for him and his late parents. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) × Akshay wrote, “Humbled by condolence messages on mom’s passing, thankful to all. Grateful to hon’ble PM for this amazing gesture to take out time and express warm feelings for me and my late parents. These comforting words will stay with me forever. Jai Ambe.” In the letter, PM Modi mentioned, “My dear Akshay, It was best if I would never have written such a letter. In an ideal world, such a time should never have come. I was saddened by the demise of your Mother, Smt. Aruna Bhatia. When I spoke to you that fateful morning, you were crestfallen and you encapsulated it emotionally when you wrote, "She was my core. And today I feel an unbreakable pain at the very core of my existence." You tasted success after much hard work and struggle. You have built a name and achieved fame for yourself through your determination and tenacity''. Further adding, he wrote, 'When you began your career, I am sure people on the way would have been sceptical, even outright condescending. But, your Mother stood with you like a rock. At the peak of success and the lows of failure, she was there as an anchor. She ensured you remained kind, compassionate and humble at all times. '' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) × Akshay Kumar’s mother died in a Mumbai hospital where she was first treated in the ICU. Akshay shared the news of her death with a heartfelt message, writing, "She was my core. And today I feel an unbearable pain at the very core of my existence. My maa Smt Aruna Bhatia peacefully left this world today morning and got reunited with my dad in the other world. I respect your prayers as I and my family go through this period. Om Shanti."

PM Narendra Modi mourns Akshay Kumar’s mother’s demise, pens emotional note

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the athletes who participated in the recently concluded Tokyo Olympics as he addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 75th Independence Day. India registered its best-ever performance at the Olympic Games with seven medals — one gold, two silver and four bronze medals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi said, "The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievement today. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations."</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/independence-day-necessary-to-make-full-use-of-indias-potential-says-pm-modi-405470">Independence Day: Necessary to make full use of India's potential, says PM Modi</a></strong></p>

<p>"There was a time when sports wasn't considered a part of the mainstream. Parents used to tell children that they would spoil their life if they kept playing. Now, awareness regarding sports &amp; fitness has come within the country. We have experienced this in Olympics this time," PM Modi added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi also said, "Sports has been made a part of mainstream education instead of being limited extra-curricular activity."</p>

<p><strong>Watch PM Modi's address here:</strong></p>

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<p><strong>IN PICS | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pm-narendra-modi-remembers-freedom-fighters-honours-covid-19-warriors-and-olympians-during-independence-day-address-405485">PM Narendra Modi remembers freedom fighters, honours COVID-19 warriors and Olympians during Independence Day address</a></strong></p>

<p>India's javelin ace Neeraj Chopra had earlier said, "Earlier, we used to watch it (flag hoisting ceremony) on TV &amp; now we're personally going there. It's a new experience. We hadn't won a gold medal in individual sports for so long. I felt good that the country felt proud because of me."</p>

<p>With a mammoth 87.58m throw, the 23-year-old Chopra clinched India's maiden Olympics athletics. He became only the second individual Olympic gold medalist for India after Abhinav Bindra won shooting gold in 2008.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his speech, PM Modi further added, "It's a major turning point for our country. In this decade we've to further speed up drive to bring in talent, technology and professionalism in sports in the country. It's a matter of pride that India's daughters are giving a splendid performance, be it Boards exams or Olympics."</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the athletes who participated in the recently concluded Tokyo Olympics as he addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 75th Independence Day.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the athletes who participated in the recently concluded Tokyo Olympics as he addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 75th Independence Day. India registered its best-ever performance at the Olympic Games with seven medals — one gold, two silver and four bronze medals. PM Modi said, "The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievement today. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations." ALSO READ | Independence Day: Necessary to make full use of India's potential, says PM Modi "There was a time when sports wasn't considered a part of the mainstream. Parents used to tell children that they would spoil their life if they kept playing. Now, awareness regarding sports & fitness has come within the country. We have experienced this in Olympics this time," PM Modi added. PM Modi also said, "Sports has been made a part of mainstream education instead of being limited extra-curricular activity." Watch PM Modi's address here: Addressing the nation from the Red Fort. Watch. https://t.co/wEX5viCIVs — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2021 × IN PICS | PM Narendra Modi remembers freedom fighters, honours COVID-19 warriors and Olympians during Independence Day address India's javelin ace Neeraj Chopra had earlier said, "Earlier, we used to watch it (flag hoisting ceremony) on TV & now we're personally going there. It's a new experience. We hadn't won a gold medal in individual sports for so long. I felt good that the country felt proud because of me." With a mammoth 87.58m throw, the 23-year-old Chopra clinched India's maiden Olympics athletics. He became only the second individual Olympic gold medalist for India after Abhinav Bindra won shooting gold in 2008. In his speech, PM Modi further added, "It's a major turning point for our country. In this decade we've to further speed up drive to bring in talent, technology and professionalism in sports in the country. It's a matter of pride that India's daughters are giving a splendid performance, be it Boards exams or Olympics."

75th Independence Day: PM Modi congratulates Tokyo Olympics stars, says 'inspired future generations'

PM Narendra Modi remembers freedom fighters, honours COVID-19 warriors and Olympians during Independence Day address

<p>Indian men's hockey team has ended their 41-year wait to win a medal in the Olympics after they defeated Germany and won a bronze medal. The Men in Blue held their nerve to win a thrilling match and beat the Germans 5-4 at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the team on scripting history and winning India the first medal in men's hockey since 1980. He tweeted: "Historic! A day that will be etched in the memory of every Indian. Congratulations to our Men’s Hockey Team for bringing home the Bronze. With this feat, they have captured the imagination of the entire nation, especially our youth. India is proud of our Hockey team."</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS|&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/photos/with-a-medal-at-tokyo-olympics-re-live-the-glory-days-of-indian-mens-hockey-dhyan-chand-403033" hreflang="en">With a medal at Tokyo Olympics: Re-live the 'Glory Days' of Indian men's hockey</a></p>

<p>He went on to call the team to congratulate them and tell them that the whole nation is celebrating this win.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian men's hockey team staged a stunning comeback against Germany to win a medal for India for the first time since 1980. The Men in Blue were quick to concede the first goal after Germany's Timur Oruz scored in the opening 2 minutes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But, India's Simranjeet scored a stunning equaliser in the second quarter. However, defensive errors helped Germany to score two more goals and taking the scoreline to 3-1. But, the goals triggered the Indian team to change their game from defence to offence, and with help of penalty corners, Hardik Singh and Harmanpreet Singh found the back of the net.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the third quarter, India was too good for the Germans as Rupinder Pal Singh scored from a penalty stroke and Gurjant's perfect assist helped Simranjeet score the fifth goal for India in the match. India were up by 5-3 by the end of the third quarter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Germans looked in control in the first half of the fourth quarter as they scored their fourth goal. But the Indian men held their nerves to win a medal and end a 41-year wait.&nbsp;</p>


Indian men's hockey team has ended their 41-year wait to win a medal in the Olympics after they defeated Germany and won a bronze medal. The Men in Blue held their nerve to win a thrilling match and beat the Germans 5-4 at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 on Thursday.

Indian men's hockey team has ended their 41-year wait to win a medal in the Olympics after they defeated Germany and won a bronze medal. The Men in Blue held their nerve to win a thrilling match and beat the Germans 5-4 at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 on Thursday. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the team on scripting history and winning India the first medal in men's hockey since 1980. He tweeted: "Historic! A day that will be etched in the memory of every Indian. Congratulations to our Men’s Hockey Team for bringing home the Bronze. With this feat, they have captured the imagination of the entire nation, especially our youth. India is proud of our Hockey team." IN PICS| With a medal at Tokyo Olympics: Re-live the 'Glory Days' of Indian men's hockey He went on to call the team to congratulate them and tell them that the whole nation is celebrating this win. WATCH: #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi speaks to the India Hockey team Captain Manpreet Singh, coach Graham Reid and assistant coach Piyush Dubey after the team won #Bronze medal in men's hockey match against Germany#TokyoOlympics pic.twitter.com/NguuwSISsV — ANI (@ANI) August 5, 2021 × Indian men's hockey team staged a stunning comeback against Germany to win a medal for India for the first time since 1980. The Men in Blue were quick to concede the first goal after Germany's Timur Oruz scored in the opening 2 minutes. But, India's Simranjeet scored a stunning equaliser in the second quarter. However, defensive errors helped Germany to score two more goals and taking the scoreline to 3-1. But, the goals triggered the Indian team to change their game from defence to offence, and with help of penalty corners, Hardik Singh and Harmanpreet Singh found the back of the net. In the third quarter, India was too good for the Germans as Rupinder Pal Singh scored from a penalty stroke and Gurjant's perfect assist helped Simranjeet score the fifth goal for India in the match. India were up by 5-3 by the end of the third quarter. Germans looked in control in the first half of the fourth quarter as they scored their fourth goal. But the Indian men held their nerves to win a medal and end a 41-year wait.

Tokyo Olympics: PM Narendra Modi calls Indian men's hockey team to congratulate after bronze win - WATCH

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the GST has been a milestone in the economic landscape of India as it has decreased the number of taxes, compliance burden and overall tax weight on the common man.</p>

<p>With the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime completing four years, Modi added that it has also significantly increased transparency, compliance and overall collection. A nationwide GST, which subsumed 17 local levies like excise duty, service tax and VAT, was rolled out on July 1, 2017.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the GST has been a milestone in the economic landscape of India as it has decreased the number of taxes, compliance burden and overall tax weight on the common man.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the GST has been a milestone in the economic landscape of India as it has decreased the number of taxes, compliance burden and overall tax weight on the common man. With the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime completing four years, Modi added that it has also significantly increased transparency, compliance and overall collection. A nationwide GST, which subsumed 17 local levies like excise duty, service tax and VAT, was rolled out on July 1, 2017.

GST milestone in India's economic landscape: PM Narendra Modi

In the 78th edition of Mann Ki Baat, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged people to get the jab.

India: PM Modi addresses the nation in 78th Edition of Mann Ki Baat

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate virtually in the outreach sessions of the G7 summit on June 12 and 13. Watch the report to know more.

G7 Summit 2021: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend sessions on June 12 and 13

US Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to Indian PM Narendra Modi over the phone on Thursday (June 3). During the conversation, Harris conveyed that United States will begin sharing vaccines with India, along with other countries by end of June.

News Alert: Indian PM Narendra Modi talks to US Vice President Kamala Harris

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed Indian athlete's preparedness for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics on Thursday and told the officials to get the athlete and support staff travelling for the games vaccinated as soon as possible.</p>

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<p>“From vaccination to training facilities, every need of our sportspersons must be fulfilled on top priority,” PM Modi told the officials, according to a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office.</p>

<p>“While a total of 19 Indian athletes had participated at the last Paralympics in 2016 at Rio de Janeiro. 26 para-athletes have qualified (this year) and 16 more athletes are likely to qualify…,” the PMO statement said.</p>

<p>The Indian Prime Minister also said that he will talk to the contingent travelling to the Olympics in July to encourage them and wish them luck for the Summer Games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tokyo Olympics was postponed by a year due to a raging coronavirus pandemic. However, despite COVID fears still at large, Tokyo 2020 chief Seiko Hashimoto, on Thursday, said that the Games cannot be postponed again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seiko Hashimoto countered the gloom, telling the Nikkan Sports newspaper: "We cannot postpone again."</p>

<p>Hashimoto, who competed in seven summers and winter Olympics as a cyclist and skater, also told the BBC that while the Japanese were understandably worried, they should be reassured that a "bubble situation" was being carefully constructed.</p>

<p>"I believe that the possibility of these Games going on is 100 per cent that we will do this," she added. "One thing the organising committee commits and promises to all the athletes out there is that we will defend and protect their health."</p>

<p>Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga also seemed confident of pulling off a successful Olympics and Paralympics as he plans a snap vote afterwards, the Asahi newspaper said.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed Indian athlete's preparedness for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics on Thursday and told the officials to get the athlete and support staff travelling for the games vaccinated as soon as possible.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed Indian athlete's preparedness for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics on Thursday and told the officials to get the athlete and support staff travelling for the games vaccinated as soon as possible. ALSO READ: Badminton- 'Can’t say field becomes easy': PV Sindhu on Carolina Marin's withdrawal from Tokyo 2020 “From vaccination to training facilities, every need of our sportspersons must be fulfilled on top priority,” PM Modi told the officials, according to a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office. “While a total of 19 Indian athletes had participated at the last Paralympics in 2016 at Rio de Janeiro. 26 para-athletes have qualified (this year) and 16 more athletes are likely to qualify…,” the PMO statement said. The Indian Prime Minister also said that he will talk to the contingent travelling to the Olympics in July to encourage them and wish them luck for the Summer Games. Tokyo Olympics was postponed by a year due to a raging coronavirus pandemic. However, despite COVID fears still at large, Tokyo 2020 chief Seiko Hashimoto, on Thursday, said that the Games cannot be postponed again. Seiko Hashimoto countered the gloom, telling the Nikkan Sports newspaper: "We cannot postpone again." Hashimoto, who competed in seven summers and winter Olympics as a cyclist and skater, also told the BBC that while the Japanese were understandably worried, they should be reassured that a "bubble situation" was being carefully constructed. "I believe that the possibility of these Games going on is 100 per cent that we will do this," she added. "One thing the organising committee commits and promises to all the athletes out there is that we will defend and protect their health." Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga also seemed confident of pulling off a successful Olympics and Paralympics as he plans a snap vote afterwards, the Asahi newspaper said.

Tokyo 2020: PM Narendra Modi directs officials to vaccinate athletes 'on top priority'

<p>Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to provide free education at Navodaya Vidyalayas to children who lost either both parents or an earning parent to COVID-19.</p>

<p>"Amidst the devastation caused by the pandemic and the heart-wrenching tragedies being faced by affected families news of young children losing one or both parents to COVID-19 are the most poignant. These children are left with the trauma of loss and no support towards a stable education or future," the letter said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/need-to-step-up-measures-for-well-being-protection-of-children-during-covid-19-second-wave-sc-judge-383754">Need to step up measures for well-being, protection of children during COVID-19 second wave: SC judge</a></strong></p>

<p>"As you are aware, one of my husband Rajiv Gandhi`s most significant legacies is the network of Navodaya Vidyalayas. It was his dream to make high-quality modem education accessible and affordable to talented youth, predominantly from rural areas.</p>

<p>There are now, as you know, 661 such schools across the country," it further said."I am writing to request you to consider providing free education at the Navodaya Vidhyalayas to children who have lost either both parents or an earning parent on account of the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

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<p>I feel that as a nation, we owe it to them to give them hope for a robust future after the unimaginable tragedy that has befallen them," the Congress leader concluded.</p>


Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to provide free education at Navodaya Vidyalayas to children who lost either both parents or an earning parent to COVID-19.

Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to provide free education at Navodaya Vidyalayas to children who lost either both parents or an earning parent to COVID-19. "Amidst the devastation caused by the pandemic and the heart-wrenching tragedies being faced by affected families news of young children losing one or both parents to COVID-19 are the most poignant. These children are left with the trauma of loss and no support towards a stable education or future," the letter said. Also read | Need to step up measures for well-being, protection of children during COVID-19 second wave: SC judge "As you are aware, one of my husband Rajiv Gandhi`s most significant legacies is the network of Navodaya Vidyalayas. It was his dream to make high-quality modem education accessible and affordable to talented youth, predominantly from rural areas. There are now, as you know, 661 such schools across the country," it further said."I am writing to request you to consider providing free education at the Navodaya Vidhyalayas to children who have lost either both parents or an earning parent on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. Also read | Pandemic can leave long-term effect on kids' mental health: Study I feel that as a nation, we owe it to them to give them hope for a robust future after the unimaginable tragedy that has befallen them," the Congress leader concluded.

Sonia Gandhi writes to PM, requests free education for children who lost parents to COVID-19

Indian Prime Minister Modi held a high review meeting on COVID-19. India has reported over 200,000 daily cases for 3rd day in a row.

India: 234,692 new COVID cases in last 24 hrs

Indian Prime Minister and his counterparts have signed 5 key agreements. The two sides signed five Memorandum of Understandings covering areas such as connectivity, commerce, information technology and sports.

PM Modi's Bangladesh Visit: Indian PM Modi and his counterparts sign 5 key agreements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has addressed the countrymen in his monthly radio program Mann Ki Baat on 28 March. This is the 75th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat'.

PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat: Indian PM Narendra Modi expresses gratitude to his listeners

PM Narendra Modi will visit Dhanmondi 32 the historic house of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the father of the nation of Bangladesh on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh's Independence and the birth centenary of Bangabandhu.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Mujibur Rahman's house

On the occasion of the golden jubilee of its independence, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Bangladesh and will be visiting the two temples of the Matua community in Gopalganj and Satkhira district.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to interact with Matua Community

India's PM Narendra Modi has interacted with all the State Chief Ministers as India now witnessing a sudden spike in COVID-19 cases in the last few days. According to a Health Ministry report, India has reported more than 28,000 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds key meet on COVID-19 with CMs

<p>India has taken care of the needs of the world along with its domestic struggle during the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday at a virtual summit with his Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin.</p>

<p>More than 58 million made-in-India coronavirus vaccine doses had reached about 70 countries in the recent weeks, the prime minister said.</p>

<p>He also said both India and Finland believed in a rules-based, transparent, humanitarian and democratic global order and the two countries have strong cooperation in areas like technology, innovation, clean energy, environment and education.</p>

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In his opening remarks, Modi also urged Finland to join the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). Both the organisations took shape following India's initiative.</p>

<p>"These international institutions will benefit from Finland's ability and expertise," he said.</p>

<p>The Finnish prime minister said there was scope for further intensification of bilateral ties in areas of education, technology and trade.</p>

<p>The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday said the virtual summit will provide a blueprint for the future expansion and diversification of the India-Finland partnership.</p>


India has taken care of the needs of the world along with its domestic struggle during the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday at a virtual summit with his Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin.

India has taken care of the needs of the world along with its domestic struggle during the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday at a virtual summit with his Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin. More than 58 million made-in-India coronavirus vaccine doses had reached about 70 countries in the recent weeks, the prime minister said. He also said both India and Finland believed in a rules-based, transparent, humanitarian and democratic global order and the two countries have strong cooperation in areas like technology, innovation, clean energy, environment and education. In his opening remarks, Modi also urged Finland to join the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). Both the organisations took shape following India's initiative. "These international institutions will benefit from Finland's ability and expertise," he said. The Finnish prime minister said there was scope for further intensification of bilateral ties in areas of education, technology and trade. The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday said the virtual summit will provide a blueprint for the future expansion and diversification of the India-Finland partnership.

PM Narendra Modi holds virtual summit with Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin

The first-ever virtual quad summit will be held on Friday with quad nations' leaders US President Joe Biden, PM Narendra Modi, Australian PM Scott Morrison, and Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga to discuss the Indo-Pacific region's challenges.

First Quad Summit: Quad leaders' virtual summit to discuss Indo-Pacific region's challenges

Should China be worried over Quad meet?

Quad meeting 2021: Focus on vaccines, securing Indo-Pacific on agenda

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<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that his government has taken up various developmental projects to correct the historical mistakes of neglecting Assam.</p>

<p>"Prior to Independence, Assam enjoyed a high per-capita income but since 1947, its development was neglected. Correcting the historical mistake of neglecting Assam had begun with former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, and now it has gained strength with the BJP government taking its development as a priority," he said.</p>

<p>The PM virtually launched the Rs 3,231-crore 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' project on Thursday, which includes the construction of inland water terminal at Jogighopa and tourist jetties at Pandu, Jogighopa, Neamati and Biswanath ghat.</p>

<p>Modi said developing waterway connectivity under 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' will provide an alternative route to connect the northeast with other parts of India and neighbouring countries.</p>

<p>He laid the foundation of the country's longest river bridge of 19 km from Dhubri in Assam to Phulbari in Meghalaya at an estimated cost of Rs 5,000 crore, and the 8-km Jorhat- Majuli bridge.</p>

<p>The prime minister also laid the foundation of the Rs 350-crore North East Data Centre at Guwahati along with the e-portals PANI and CAR-D for ease of doing business.</p>

<p>"Many projects of roadways, waterways, airways, railways and several gas grids are either completed or under implementation," the Prime Minister said.</p>

<p>He said that the growth and progress in northeast got momentum during the governance of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the present "double engine" government has given further momentum to it.</p>

<p>Modi said that waterways would play an important role in connecting the northeastern region with South-east Asian countries.</p>

<p>According to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, the new projects worth a total of Rs 15,000 crore would make a sea change of connectivities and economy in Assam and other northeastern states and further strengthen the waterway connectivity with Bangladesh and Bhutan.</p>

<p>Central Ministers Ravi Shankar Prasad, Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Rameswar Teli, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad K. Sangma, Assam Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma among others were also present on the occasion.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that his government has taken up various developmental projects to correct the historical mistakes of neglecting Assam.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that his government has taken up various developmental projects to correct the historical mistakes of neglecting Assam. "Prior to Independence, Assam enjoyed a high per-capita income but since 1947, its development was neglected. Correcting the historical mistake of neglecting Assam had begun with former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, and now it has gained strength with the BJP government taking its development as a priority," he said. The PM virtually launched the Rs 3,231-crore 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' project on Thursday, which includes the construction of inland water terminal at Jogighopa and tourist jetties at Pandu, Jogighopa, Neamati and Biswanath ghat. Modi said developing waterway connectivity under 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' will provide an alternative route to connect the northeast with other parts of India and neighbouring countries. He laid the foundation of the country's longest river bridge of 19 km from Dhubri in Assam to Phulbari in Meghalaya at an estimated cost of Rs 5,000 crore, and the 8-km Jorhat- Majuli bridge. The prime minister also laid the foundation of the Rs 350-crore North East Data Centre at Guwahati along with the e-portals PANI and CAR-D for ease of doing business. "Many projects of roadways, waterways, airways, railways and several gas grids are either completed or under implementation," the Prime Minister said. He said that the growth and progress in northeast got momentum during the governance of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the present "double engine" government has given further momentum to it. Modi said that waterways would play an important role in connecting the northeastern region with South-east Asian countries. According to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, the new projects worth a total of Rs 15,000 crore would make a sea change of connectivities and economy in Assam and other northeastern states and further strengthen the waterway connectivity with Bangladesh and Bhutan. Central Ministers Ravi Shankar Prasad, Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Rameswar Teli, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad K. Sangma, Assam Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma among others were also present on the occasion. (With inputs from agencies)

We are correcting historical mistake of neglecting: PM Narendra Modi

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the new farm laws have been brought to ease difficulties in agriculture and called upon protesting farmers to resume talks with the government over their demands.</p>

<p>Asserting that the central government honours the farmers and it is ready to accept their logical suggestions on the three farm laws, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the new farm laws provide an option to farmers and have been brought to meet the emerging challenges.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his reply to the motion of thanks on the President`s Address in Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said no mandis have been shut after the implementation of these laws and there has been no impact on the MSP. Congress members, who interrupted Prime Minister during his speech, later staged a walkout.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister said three farm laws were an honest effort by the government to improve the conditions of agriculture." Three farm laws were brought in by the Government. The process of agricultural reforms is necessary and important.</p>

<p>The agriculture sector has been facing challenges for years. We will have to make efforts to meet them and we have made honest efforts," he said. The Prime Minister accused the opposition of misleading farmers protesting against farm laws.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Congress MPs in House debated on the colour of the laws. It would have been better if they had debated on the content and intent of the laws. Let us understand, as far as the protests are concerned, our farmer brothers at Delhi borders have been a victim of rumours, propaganda and confusion," he said.</p>

<p>PM Modi said that the Parliament and the government respect the "sentiments of all agitating farmers".</p>

<p>"This is why the agriculture minister has been holding talks regularly with farmers groups with full honour and dignity. Talks have been going on for a while including way back when the agitation was in Punjab. We concede that if there is any shortcoming in the laws we are willing to amend. The changes should be practical and convincing," he said.</p>

<p>"This House, our Government and we all respect the farmers who are voicing their views on the farm bills. This is the reason why topmost Ministers of the Government are constantly talking to them. There is great respect for the farmers," he added.</p>

<p>He said the new farm laws provide alternatives to farmers. "I want to ask has anything been snatched that was available earlier? What has happened is an alternative option has been provided. That is the arrangement under the new laws," he said.The Prime Minister attacked Congress for disruptions in the House."Those who are disrupting the House are doing so as per a well-planned strategy. They are unable to digest that people are seeing through the truth. It will not work. Through their games, the trust of the people can never be won," he said.</p>

<p>He said Congress leaders had adopted one strategy in Rajya Sabha and a different approach in the Lok Sabha and this shows its "divisions". Taking a dig at Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary who had been repeatedly interrupting him, the Prime Minister said his actions have been noted where he wanted it to be".</p>

<p>"Adhir Ranjan ji, ab zyada ho raha hai. I respect you. You will get more publicity than TMC in Bengal. Don't worry...This doesn`t look good, why are you doing this? These laws are not coercive. They only offer options."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the new farm laws have been brought to ease difficulties in agriculture and called upon protesting farmers to resume talks with the government over their demands.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the new farm laws have been brought to ease difficulties in agriculture and called upon protesting farmers to resume talks with the government over their demands. Asserting that the central government honours the farmers and it is ready to accept their logical suggestions on the three farm laws, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the new farm laws provide an option to farmers and have been brought to meet the emerging challenges. In his reply to the motion of thanks on the President`s Address in Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said no mandis have been shut after the implementation of these laws and there has been no impact on the MSP. Congress members, who interrupted Prime Minister during his speech, later staged a walkout. The Prime Minister said three farm laws were an honest effort by the government to improve the conditions of agriculture." Three farm laws were brought in by the Government. The process of agricultural reforms is necessary and important. The agriculture sector has been facing challenges for years. We will have to make efforts to meet them and we have made honest efforts," he said. The Prime Minister accused the opposition of misleading farmers protesting against farm laws. "Congress MPs in House debated on the colour of the laws. It would have been better if they had debated on the content and intent of the laws. Let us understand, as far as the protests are concerned, our farmer brothers at Delhi borders have been a victim of rumours, propaganda and confusion," he said. PM Modi said that the Parliament and the government respect the "sentiments of all agitating farmers". "This is why the agriculture minister has been holding talks regularly with farmers groups with full honour and dignity. Talks have been going on for a while including way back when the agitation was in Punjab. We concede that if there is any shortcoming in the laws we are willing to amend. The changes should be practical and convincing," he said. "This House, our Government and we all respect the farmers who are voicing their views on the farm bills. This is the reason why topmost Ministers of the Government are constantly talking to them. There is great respect for the farmers," he added. He said the new farm laws provide alternatives to farmers. "I want to ask has anything been snatched that was available earlier? What has happened is an alternative option has been provided. That is the arrangement under the new laws," he said.The Prime Minister attacked Congress for disruptions in the House."Those who are disrupting the House are doing so as per a well-planned strategy. They are unable to digest that people are seeing through the truth. It will not work. Through their games, the trust of the people can never be won," he said. He said Congress leaders had adopted one strategy in Rajya Sabha and a different approach in the Lok Sabha and this shows its "divisions". Taking a dig at Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary who had been repeatedly interrupting him, the Prime Minister said his actions have been noted where he wanted it to be". "Adhir Ranjan ji, ab zyada ho raha hai. I respect you. You will get more publicity than TMC in Bengal. Don't worry...This doesn`t look good, why are you doing this? These laws are not coercive. They only offer options." (With inputs from agencies)

Agriculture reforms are necessary, farm laws provide an option: PM Narendra Modi

<p>Traders' body CAIT on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking "strong action" against e-commerce firms for alleged violation of FDI policy by them. It also sought setting up of an empowered regulatory authority to regulate and monitor the e-commerce business in India.</p>

<p>In the letter to the Prime Minister, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) claimed that "big e-commerce companies having deep pockets are leaving no stone unturned in monopolising the e-commerce business and retail trade of India with their malpractices and violating FDI policy of the government and relevant laws and rules".</p>

<p>It further said that "despite making several complaints against them, so far no concrete action has been taken and therefore it has become a major roadblock for small businesses to conduct online business activities".</p>

<p>The traders' body claimed that various government authorities have failed to protect the sanctity of the policy and law of the government.</p>

<p>"Though the Ministry of Commerce has taken some initiatives to impress upon them to conduct their business activities under the purview of the law but these e-commerce companies have been avoiding the law on one pretext or the other," CAIT said in the letter.</p>

<p>The traders' body while "urging for strong action against e-commerce companies" also requested that an e-commerce policy should be announced immediately with an explicit provision of empowered regulatory authority.</p>


Traders' body CAIT on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking "strong action" against e-commerce firms for alleged violation of FDI policy by them. It also sought setting up of an empowered regulatory authority to regulate and monitor the e-commerce business in India.

Traders' body CAIT on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking "strong action" against e-commerce firms for alleged violation of FDI policy by them. It also sought setting up of an empowered regulatory authority to regulate and monitor the e-commerce business in India. In the letter to the Prime Minister, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) claimed that "big e-commerce companies having deep pockets are leaving no stone unturned in monopolising the e-commerce business and retail trade of India with their malpractices and violating FDI policy of the government and relevant laws and rules". It further said that "despite making several complaints against them, so far no concrete action has been taken and therefore it has become a major roadblock for small businesses to conduct online business activities". The traders' body claimed that various government authorities have failed to protect the sanctity of the policy and law of the government. "Though the Ministry of Commerce has taken some initiatives to impress upon them to conduct their business activities under the purview of the law but these e-commerce companies have been avoiding the law on one pretext or the other," CAIT said in the letter. The traders' body while "urging for strong action against e-commerce companies" also requested that an e-commerce policy should be announced immediately with an explicit provision of empowered regulatory authority.

CAIT writes to PM Narendra Modi, alleges a violation of FDI norms by e-commerce companies

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the attack at Kabul University and asserted that India will continue to support Afghanistan's brave struggle against terrorism.</p>

<p>'I strongly condemn the cowardly terrorist attack at Kabul University today. Our prayers are with the families of the victims and the injured,' Prime Minister Modi tweeted.</p>

<p>'We will continue to support Afghanistan's brave struggle against terrorism,' he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At least 22 people were killed when attackers stormed one of Afghanistan's main universities on Monday, detonating a suicide bomb and spraying classrooms with bullets in a brazen hours-long assault claimed by Islamic State group.</p>

<p>The attack on Kabul University, which came as violence surges across Afghanistan, marked the second time in less than two weeks that an educational institution was targeted in the capital by IS extremists.</p>

<p>Survivors described horrific scenes following the incident that unfolded around 11:00 am (0530 GMT) when a suicide bomber blew himself up inside the campus.</p>

<p>Two gunmen then started shooting, officials said, sending hundreds of students fleeing and scrambling over perimeter walls.</p>

<p>Fraidoon Ahmadi, a 23-year-old student, told AFP he was in class when gunfire broke out at the university.</p>

<p>"We were very scared and we thought it could be the last day of our lives... boys and girls were shouting, praying and crying for help," Ahmadi said.</p>

<p>He said he and other students were besieged for more than two hours before being rescued.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Distressing images posted online showed what appeared to be the bodies of slain students lying by desks and chairs.</p>

<p>"They opened fire ... all my classmates were lying in blood, either dead or wounded," one student told a local television channel, adding that he escaped by climbing out a window.</p>

<p>IS said two of its fighters carried out the brazen daylight attack.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the attack at Kabul University and asserted that India will continue to support Afghanistan's brave struggle against terrorism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the attack at Kabul University and asserted that India will continue to support Afghanistan's brave struggle against terrorism. 'I strongly condemn the cowardly terrorist attack at Kabul University today. Our prayers are with the families of the victims and the injured,' Prime Minister Modi tweeted. 'We will continue to support Afghanistan's brave struggle against terrorism,' he said. At least 22 people were killed when attackers stormed one of Afghanistan's main universities on Monday, detonating a suicide bomb and spraying classrooms with bullets in a brazen hours-long assault claimed by Islamic State group. The attack on Kabul University, which came as violence surges across Afghanistan, marked the second time in less than two weeks that an educational institution was targeted in the capital by IS extremists. Survivors described horrific scenes following the incident that unfolded around 11:00 am (0530 GMT) when a suicide bomber blew himself up inside the campus. Two gunmen then started shooting, officials said, sending hundreds of students fleeing and scrambling over perimeter walls. Fraidoon Ahmadi, a 23-year-old student, told AFP he was in class when gunfire broke out at the university. "We were very scared and we thought it could be the last day of our lives... boys and girls were shouting, praying and crying for help," Ahmadi said. He said he and other students were besieged for more than two hours before being rescued. Distressing images posted online showed what appeared to be the bodies of slain students lying by desks and chairs. "They opened fire ... all my classmates were lying in blood, either dead or wounded," one student told a local television channel, adding that he escaped by climbing out a window. IS said two of its fighters carried out the brazen daylight attack. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Narendra Modi strongly condemns 'cowardly' terrorist attack at Kabul University

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<p>Greetings poured in from all corners of the world for Prime Minister Narendra Modi who turns 70 today. Indian sporting icons extended greetings to the Prime Minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli wished the Prime Minister on Twitter, He wrote: "Wishing a very Happy birthday to our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. 🙏🏼 @narendramodi @PMOIndia".&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Wishing a very Happy birthday to our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. 🙏🏼<a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> 🇮🇳</p>
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1306472426834862081?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Former Indian batsman Suresh Raina wished the Prime Minister and wished him a long healthy life. He wrote: "Birthday wishes to our honourable Prime Minister sir @narendramodi Wishing you a long, healthy life and many more milestones ahead in the service of our nation! 🙏 @PMOIndia #HappyBdayNaMo"&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Birthday wishes to our honourable Prime Minister sir <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a><br />
Wishing you a long, healthy life and many more milestones ahead in the service of our nation! 🙏 <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HappyBdayNaMo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HappyBdayNaMo</a> <a href="https://t.co/cvK82e4ibp">pic.twitter.com/cvK82e4ibp</a></p>
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRaina/status/1306439306899324929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar also wished and said that he prays to God that PM Modi lives a safe and long life. Tendulkar also shared a picture with him.</p>

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मेरी ईश्वर से यही प्रार्थना है कि वो आपको हमेशा सुरक्षित रखें और लंबी उम्र दें। <a href="https://t.co/VsYJvxKdwT">pic.twitter.com/VsYJvxKdwT</a></p>
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/1306463738703249416?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Boxer Vijendra Singh wished the Prime Minister.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Wish you a very happy birthday <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> sir 🎂👏🏽 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NarendraModiBirthday?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NarendraModiBirthday</a></p>
— Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) <a href="https://twitter.com/boxervijender/status/1306446861532712963?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>“Happy Birthday to our Greatest Leader And Honourable Pm of Our Country shri @narendramodi ji,” wrote wrestler Geeta Phogat.</p>

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— geeta phogat (@geeta_phogat) <a href="https://twitter.com/geeta_phogat/status/1306445842023215105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh wished the Prime Minister. He wrote: "My heartfelt wishes to our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday. Your untiring efforts, stellar leadership &amp; vision towards a stronger, self-reliant India is truly inspiring. Wishing you the best of health always".</p>

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— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) <a href="https://twitter.com/YUVSTRONG12/status/1306464673626124288?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Former India coach and cricketer Anil Kumble tweeted and wished the Prime Minister.&nbsp;</p>

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— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) <a href="https://twitter.com/anilkumble1074/status/1306474043797835776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Former cricketer and Member of Parliament Gautam Gambhir posted a picture of him sharing the stage with the Indian Prime Minister and wrote: "The man who showed 1.3 billion Indians that it doesn’t matter where you come from as long as you have the will to do something &amp; touch people’s lives!"</p>

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Birthday greetings to the one who triumphed against all odds, Honourable Prime Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> ji! <a href="https://t.co/Rz3KQ75OeZ">pic.twitter.com/Rz3KQ75OeZ</a></p>
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) <a href="https://twitter.com/GautamGambhir/status/1306417791013195776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik also extended her wishes to Narendra Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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ईश्वर से प्रार्थना करती हूँ की आप दीर्घायु हो और आपके नेतृत्व में भारत नए कीर्तिमान स्थापित करता रहे। <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/rvr0bWxFoR">pic.twitter.com/rvr0bWxFoR</a></p>
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Greetings poured in from all corners of the world for Prime Minister Narendra Modi who turns 70 today. Indian sporting icons extended greetings to the Prime Minister.

Greetings poured in from all corners of the world for Prime Minister Narendra Modi who turns 70 today. Indian sporting icons extended greetings to the Prime Minister. Indian cricket team skipper Virat Kohli wished the Prime Minister on Twitter, He wrote: "Wishing a very Happy birthday to our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. 🙏🏼 @narendramodi @PMOIndia". Wishing a very Happy birthday to our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. 🙏🏼@narendramodi @PMOIndia 🇮🇳 — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 17, 2020 × Former Indian batsman Suresh Raina wished the Prime Minister and wished him a long healthy life. He wrote: "Birthday wishes to our honourable Prime Minister sir @narendramodi Wishing you a long, healthy life and many more milestones ahead in the service of our nation! 🙏 @PMOIndia #HappyBdayNaMo" Birthday wishes to our honourable Prime Minister sir @narendramodi Wishing you a long, healthy life and many more milestones ahead in the service of our nation! 🙏 @PMOIndia #HappyBdayNaMo pic.twitter.com/cvK82e4ibp — Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) September 17, 2020 × Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar also wished and said that he prays to God that PM Modi lives a safe and long life. Tendulkar also shared a picture with him. जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी। मेरी ईश्वर से यही प्रार्थना है कि वो आपको हमेशा सुरक्षित रखें और लंबी उम्र दें। pic.twitter.com/VsYJvxKdwT — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 17, 2020 × Boxer Vijendra Singh wished the Prime Minister. Wish you a very happy birthday @narendramodi sir 🎂👏🏽 #NarendraModiBirthday — Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) September 17, 2020 × “Happy Birthday to our Greatest Leader And Honourable Pm of Our Country shri @narendramodi ji,” wrote wrestler Geeta Phogat. Happy Birthday to our Greatest Leader And Hounarble Pm of Our Country shri @narendramodi ji 💐🙏 pic.twitter.com/LAXhlgiBBp — geeta phogat (@geeta_phogat) September 17, 2020 × Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh wished the Prime Minister. He wrote: "My heartfelt wishes to our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday. Your untiring efforts, stellar leadership & vision towards a stronger, self-reliant India is truly inspiring. Wishing you the best of health always". My heartfelt wishes to our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday. Your untiring efforts, stellar leadership & vision towards a stronger, self-reliant India is truly inspiring. Wishing you the best of health always @narendramodi @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/951LTpVqtW — Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) September 17, 2020 × Former India coach and cricketer Anil Kumble tweeted and wished the Prime Minister. Wishing our Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji a very happy birthday. — Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) September 17, 2020 × Former cricketer and Member of Parliament Gautam Gambhir posted a picture of him sharing the stage with the Indian Prime Minister and wrote: "The man who showed 1.3 billion Indians that it doesn’t matter where you come from as long as you have the will to do something & touch people’s lives!" The man who showed 1.3 billion Indians that it doesn’t matter where you come from as long as you have the will to do something & touch people’s lives! Birthday greetings to the one who triumphed against all odds, Honourable Prime Minister @narendramodi ji! pic.twitter.com/Rz3KQ75OeZ — Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) September 17, 2020 × Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik also extended her wishes to Narendra Modi. माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक बधाई और शुभकामनाएं। ईश्वर से प्रार्थना करती हूँ की आप दीर्घायु हो और आपके नेतृत्व में भारत नए कीर्तिमान स्थापित करता रहे। @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/rvr0bWxFoR — Sakshi Malik (@SakshiMalik) September 17, 2020 ×

Virat Kohli, Sakshi Malik lead sports fraternity's birthday wishes for PM Narendra Modi

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