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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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Russia is forcibly recruiting foreigners for the war in Ukraine: 8 Indians killed

Russia is forcibly recruiting foreigners for the war in Ukraine. 8 Indian citizens have been killed while serving in the Russian army, and 63 are trying to get out early after being fraudulently recruited.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 06:59 AM • 24690 views
The US expects India to be more active in Ukraine's affairs

The U. S. Deputy Secretary of State said he expects India to cooperate more actively with Ukraine. Indian media reports that Prime Minister Modi may visit Ukraine in August, which would be his first visit since the Russian invasion.

Politics • July 31, 07:20 AM • 105446 views
Massive landslides in India kill 123 people, dozens may remain trapped

Heavy rains have caused deadly landslides in the Indian state of Kerala. At least 123 people were killed, about 100 people remain trapped, and rescue operations are ongoing.

News of the World • July 31, 07:09 AM • 16748 views
The work continues: MFA on possible visit of Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine

A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working on a visit to Ukraine. According to Indian media, the visit may take place on August 23, but there is no official confirmation yet.

Politics • July 30, 02:01 PM • 27149 views
Fifth Indian killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine - AFP

Ravi Moun, a 22-year-old Indian, was killed fighting on the side of Russia in Ukraine. This is the fifth confirmed death of an Indian citizen in this war, and hundreds of Indians have been hired by Russia to strengthen its forces.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 10:05 AM • 28215 views
Indian Prime Minister Modi to visit Ukraine in August

Narendra Modi is planning a visit to Kyiv on August 23. This will be the first trip to Ukraine by an Indian prime minister since the Russian invasion in 2022, following an invitation from President Zelensky.

Politics • July 26, 07:41 PM • 30011 views
Amid US sanctions, China refuses to supply equipment to Russia for the Arctic LNG 2 project

Due to the US sanctions, the Chinese company Wison New Energies ceased its operations in Russia and refused to supply modules for Novatek's Arctic LNG 2 project, which forced the project to delay gas exports from the first production line.

News of the World • July 10, 01:12 PM • 14762 views
"War does not solve problems": Modi urges Putin to "peace through dialogue"

Indian Prime Minister Modi called on Putin to end Russia's war against Ukraine, saying that "war does not solve problems" and offered India's help to achieve peace.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 02:35 PM • 26386 views
Russia promises to release from the army all Indians recruited for the war against Ukraine - media

Russia agrees to release all Indian citizens recruited to participate in the war against Ukraine after a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

News of the World • July 9, 12:44 PM • 15128 views
Putin and Modi hold an informal meeting in Novo-Ogaryovo

Putin and Modi held an informal meeting in Novo-Ogaryovo, during which Putin congratulated Modi on his re-election as prime minister and Modi expressed hope for strengthening Russian-Indian friendship during official talks.

Society • July 8, 10:53 PM • 32419 views
Pope Francis delivers speech on AI at G7 summit and opposes lethal autonomous weapons

Pope Francis arrived at the G7 summit, shook hands with world leaders, including Biden and Modi, and gave a speech on AI.

News of the World • June 14, 01:34 PM • 15136 views
Peace summit: Ukraine counts on India's participation at the highest level-Zelensky

President of Ukraine Zelensky discussed preparations for a global peace summit with Indian Prime Minister Modi and expressed hope for India's participation at the highest level.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 01:16 PM • 21432 views
Parliamentary elections in India: Prime Minister Modi announced victory

Prime minister Narendra Modi's National Democratic Alliance won India's parliamentary elections, securing a third consecutive term in power, although it failed to win an absolute majority of the vote.

News of the World • June 5, 05:58 AM • 18247 views
Prime Minister Modi's party is in the lead in the Indian elections

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (DP) and its coalition partners are in the lead, winning at least 281 seats in Indian parliamentary elections after half of the ballots were counted.

News of the World • June 4, 03:25 PM • 21780 views
India to join Global Peace Summit, PM Modi confirms participation in global order summits

India will participate in all important global summits to advance the agenda of global peace, security and development, voicing the concerns of the Global South and promoting a vision of people-centered development and a prosperous and peaceful world.

Politics • May 20, 12:47 PM • 19758 views
Peace Summit: Diplomats focus on narrow goals to ensure participation of the Global South

Diplomats are trying to secure the participation of the Global South in the Peace Summit for Ukraine by focusing on a narrow set of goals. More than 160 countries have been invited to the Summit, which will take place on June 15-16.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 10:10 AM • 22149 views
Tesla reduces prices for three models of its electric vehicles

Tesla cuts prices on the Model Y, Model X, and Model S by $2000 to attract more buyers amid falling sales and increased competition.

Economy • April 21, 02:01 AM • 33242 views
The largest elections on the planet have started in India

India has launched an election campaign involving almost a billion voters. The ruling party led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to win.

Politics • April 19, 01:30 AM • 51891 views
Thousands of people rally in India as opposition and Modi campaign for election begins

Indian opposition parties held a massive "Save Democracy" rally in New Delhi, criticizing Prime Minister Modi's government for suppressing opponents and undermining democracy ahead of next month's elections.

News of the World • April 1, 10:00 AM • 23813 views
Kuleba named three key tasks for strengthening relations between Ukraine and India

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister outlined three key tasks for strengthening relations with India: restoring pre-war levels of trade and cooperation, working on new joint projects and programs, India's participation in President Zelenskyy's Peace Formula, and working to organize visits by the leaders of both countries.

Economy • March 29, 07:31 PM • 64068 views
Kuleba arrived in New Delhi: Ukraine and India to reinvigorate ties and focus on the Peace Formula

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Kuleba visited New Delhi to revitalize relations with India and to pay special attention to the Ukrainian formula for peace based on the dialogue between Presidents Zelensky and Modi.

Politics • March 28, 08:26 AM • 106755 views
Kuleba gave an interview on the eve of his visit to India and told the details of the diplomatic mission

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will visit India to strengthen bilateral ties, discuss air defense cooperation, and explore India's role in Ukraine's recovery.

Politics • March 27, 07:22 PM • 28245 views
Kuleba will arrive in India on Thursday: New Delhi says what will be discussed

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will arrive in India on March 28, 2024 for a two-day official visit to discuss bilateral partnership, cooperation on regional and global issues of mutual interest with Indian officials and the business community.

Politics • March 27, 01:04 PM • 27919 views
Kuleba will pay his first visit to India

This week, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will make his first visit to India to strengthen relations between the two democracies following recent talks between President Zelenskyy and Prime Minister Modi.

Politics • March 25, 04:20 PM • 27829 views
Zelenskyy: Putin must lose, and this is a matter of life and death for the democratic world

Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Putin's defeat for the democratic world, discussed defense cooperation with partners, and thanked those who defend Ukraine from Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 09:07 PM • 28181 views
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto wins presidential election: opposition accuses him of human rights violations

Prabowo Subianto, a former general and defence minister, won the Indonesian presidential election with 58. 6 per cent of the vote, receiving 96 million votes. Opponents accused him and incumbent President Joko Widodo of election fraud and nepotism.

News of the World • March 20, 05:02 PM • 28393 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is interested in strengthening trade and economic relations with India

Zelenskyy and the Indian prime minister discussed strengthening trade and economic relations, including agricultural exports, cooperation in the aviation industry, and trade in pharmaceuticals and industrial products.

Economy • March 20, 02:33 PM • 21715 views
Reaction to the elections in Russia: indian prime minister congratulates putin on re-election and says partnership is growing

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi congratulated Vladimir Putin on his re-election as President of Russia and expressed his desire to further strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Russia.

News of the World • March 18, 03:23 PM • 25649 views
India announces the date of the largest elections on the planet

India's general election, the world's largest with nearly a billion eligible voters, will begin on April 19 and last six weeks, with results announced on June 4 as incumbent Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third consecutive term.

Politics • March 16, 09:55 PM • 38535 views
In 2024, more than 2 billion people will go to the polls in 50 countries

In 2024, elections will be held in more than 50 countries, so this year more than 2 billion voters will elect their governments. In particular, major elections are planned in India, the European Union, russia, Iran, and the United States.

Politics • February 15, 02:23 PM • 24848 views