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Narendra Modi

Prime Minister of India
Narendra Damodardas Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, India. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Delhi in 1978, and subsequently a Master of Arts from Gujarat University in 1982. In his youth, he joined the paramilitary nationalist organization Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, holding various positions there, and from 2001 to 2014, he served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Since May 26, 2014, he has been the 14th Prime Minister of India, and the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
2014
Sworn in as Prime Minister of India
2014
Launched the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana program for comprehensive financial inclusion
2014
Initiated the "Make in India" campaign to stimulate manufacturing and investment
2014
Began the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan mission to improve sanitation and cleanliness
2016
Launched the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana program to provide gas connections to women from low-income families
2017
Implemented the Goods and Services Tax (GST), unifying India's indirect tax system
2019
Re-elected as Prime Minister
2019
The Indian government led by Modi revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which was the only Muslim-majority state in the country
2024
Sworn in for a third term as Prime Minister
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The US is preparing tariffs for buyers of Russian oil: why India has come under fire

The US Congress has approved a sanctions bill imposing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas. India is at risk.

Economy • September 18, 07:51 PM • 3756 views
During a meeting with Putin, the Prime Minister of India once again called for an end to the war in Ukraine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for an end to the war against Ukraine during a meeting with Putin. The parties also discussed the Black Sea region and cooperation.

Politics • September 12, 05:18 AM • 11490 views
During the meeting, Modi urged Putin to stop the war against Ukraine "for the sake of humanity"

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Putin to move from war to a cessation of hostilities. At the same time, India maintains close economic ties with Russia.

Politics • September 1, 12:56 AM • 15615 views
The US war with Iran has become a test for the SCO ahead of the Xi–Putin summit – Bloomberg

SCO leaders will meet in Kyrgyzstan amid US pressure on Iran. The organization is expected to provide Tehran with political, but not military, support.

Politics • August 31, 01:16 AM • 13974 views
Putin, the leaders of China and Iran will gather for a summit in Kyrgyzstan

Putin and Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek together with the leaders of Iran, India and Pakistan.

Politics • August 29, 08:00 AM • 8618 views
Modi may come to the EU summit in December to sign a major trade agreement

Narendra Modi may attend the EU summit on December 17–18. The parties plan to sign a trade agreement that will cover markets of 2 billion people.

Politics • August 28, 09:44 PM • 7646 views
Xi Jinping is likely to visit India with a large delegation for the first time in seven years - media

Xi Jinping is likely to lead a 400-member delegation at the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12–13. The visit may signal a warming of relations.

News of the World • August 24, 01:10 PM • 14063 views
Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of India, discussed "good industrial and other projects"

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the development of industrial cooperation with Narendra Modi. Teams from both countries will work out the details of future joint projects.

Economy • June 17, 05:09 PM • 3528 views
Trump called the liquidated Soleimani a "mad genius" and linked his death to the current deal with Iran

Trump called the liquidation of Soleimani a key factor in the agreements with Iran. The President believes that the death of the ideologue made it possible to reach a historic deal.

News of the World • June 17, 05:02 PM • 3425 views
US "very close" to reaching a trade deal with India - Trump

Trump announced the imminent signing of a trade deal with India and praised Narendra Modi. Also, the US may impose sanctions against the Russian Federation due to oil prices.

News of the World • June 17, 02:37 PM • 3166 views
Trump considers imposing sanctions on Russia amid falling oil prices

U. S. President Donald Trump announced possible restrictions against Russia due to the decline in oil prices. Prices are falling to levels seen four months ago.

Economy • June 17, 02:24 PM • 3520 views
Modi and Carney aim to reach Canada-India trade deal by December G20 summit

Modi and Carney plan to sign a trade agreement by the end of the year. The parties aim to double trade turnover between the countries in response to new US tariffs.

Economy • June 16, 05:36 PM • 4902 views
At least 21 people killed in a fire at a mini-hotel in the Indian capital

In New Delhi, 21 people died as a result of a fire in a building for patients. More than 40 people were rescued; authorities are investigating the legality of the facility's operations.

News of the World • June 3, 09:50 AM • 3389 views
Indian PM Modi urged citizens to save fuel and refrain from traveling abroad

Narendra Modi urged citizens to save fuel and refrain from traveling abroad due to global prices. He also asked to reduce gold purchases.

Economy • May 11, 12:13 AM • 4347 views
Modi's party achieves historic breakthrough, conquering politically complex Bengal in elections

Narendra Modi's BJP has won in the state of West Bengal for the first time. This success strengthens Amit Shah's position as the likely successor to the current Prime Minister.

News of the World • May 4, 02:36 PM • 3470 views
Indian airlines warn of risk of flight suspensions due to rising fuel prices

The Federation of Indian Airlines states there is a risk of flight cancellations due to high fuel costs. The government has introduced price caps and incentives for the industry.

News of the World • April 28, 05:18 PM • 3922 views
Zelenskyy named conditions for deterring Putin and the role of world leaders

Foreign troops on the contact line would make new aggression dangerous for Russia. Zelenskyy called on the leaders of the US, China, and India to force Putin to stop the war.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:46 AM • 4049 views
Germany and India plan to sign an $8 billion submarine deal within three months

The countries plan to sign a contract for the construction of six submarines in India within three months. This could become India's largest defense deal.

News of the World • April 22, 11:39 PM • 4376 views
Russian LNG under US sanctions sent to India for the first time - media

The tanker Kunpeng is transporting a batch of LNG from the Portovaya plant to the Indian terminal Dahej. This is Russia's first attempt to open a new market after US sanctions.

Economy • April 16, 06:36 AM • 4356 views
US strike on Iranian ship puts Indian PM under pressure

An American submarine destroyed the frigate IRIS Dena off the coast of Sri Lanka, killing 80 sailors. The incident created diplomatic pressure on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

News of the World • March 13, 05:42 AM • 8288 views
US temporarily unblocked Russian oil sales to India to stabilize the global market

The US Treasury Department has issued a license allowing Indian companies to purchase Russian oil at sea. This is an emergency measure to compensate for fuel shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • March 6, 03:37 AM • 8907 views
India postpones trade talks with US due to chaos surrounding Trump's tariff policy

India has suspended trade talks with the US after the Supreme Court overturned Trump's previous tariffs, leading to the imposition of a 15% rate. This decision affected an agreement to reduce tariffs on Indian goods and purchase US products.

Economy • February 23, 01:19 AM • 5744 views
Trump claimed he stopped a war between India and Pakistan and saved millions of lives

Donald Trump claims that his diplomatic actions stopped an armed conflict between India and Pakistan. He personally intervened by holding telephone conversations with the leaders of both countries.

News of the World • February 19, 05:04 PM • 5654 views
Macron urged India to support a moratorium on Russian strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron urged India to support a moratorium on strikes against civilians and infrastructure. This statement came after a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:39 PM • 4883 views
Macron arrives in India to meet Modi, focused on fighter jet deal

French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day visit to India, where he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The main topics of discussion are cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence and a potential contract for the supply of 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets.

News of the World • February 17, 07:18 AM • 4936 views
Macron to attend AI summit in India and meet Modi

French President Emmanuel Macron will attend a summit on the impact of artificial intelligence in India this week. He will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deepen ties between the countries.

News of the World • February 15, 08:34 AM • 6223 views
India offered record discounts on Russian oil, testing its reaction to a deal with the US - Bloomberg

Discounts on Russian oil for Indian refineries have increased to over $10 per barrel, calling into question a trade deal with the US. India, despite reducing purchases, is unlikely to completely abandon Russian oil anytime soon.

Economy • February 4, 01:37 PM • 3861 views
US to cancel 25% tariff for India after Trump's statement over Russian oil purchases - Reuters

The US is canceling a 25% punitive tariff on imports from India. This happened after an agreement under which India is reducing its purchases of Russian oil.

Economy • February 3, 06:47 AM • 4637 views
Global oil prices stabilized after collapse amid US-India trade deal

Global oil prices stabilized after a fall caused by the US-India trade deal. India will stop buying Russian oil, increasing imports from the US and Venezuela.

Economy • February 3, 04:21 AM • 6094 views
Trump said India would stop buying Russian oil and increase purchases from the US

Donald Trump announced an agreement on a trade deal with India. India has agreed to stop buying Russian oil and purchase more energy from the US.

Politics • February 2, 05:43 PM • 4168 views