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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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At the BRICS summit, Putin tries to prove that there is an “alternative to Western hegemony” - media

The BRICS summit in Kazan brought together world leaders, including Xi Jinping and Modi. Russia is seeking to form an alliance of developing countries to counter Western dominance.

Politics • October 22, 07:24 AM • 15284 views
Putin to meet with leaders of India, China, Turkey and Iran at the BRICS summit

Russian dictator Putin will meet with the leaders of India, China, Turkey and Iran at the BRICS summit. The event will be attended by representatives of 36 countries and 6 international organizations.

News of the World • October 21, 03:47 PM • 19850 views
India becomes the second largest supplier of banned technologies to Russia - Bloomberg

According to Bloomberg, exports of prohibited goods from India to Russia have increased significantly, reaching $95 million in July. Almost one-fifth of sensitive technologies for the Russian military-industrial complex come through India.

News of the World • October 12, 03:11 AM • 34086 views
India exchanges information between Russia and Ukraine to facilitate talks on ending the war - Foreign Minister

India's foreign minister said the government is engaged in a dialogue with both sides to speed up the end of the war. India is sharing information between Ukraine and Russia, hoping to start serious peace talks.

Politics • September 25, 09:28 AM • 15122 views
Ukraine increasingly sees India as a mediator in relations with the Kremlin - Politico

Ukraine views Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a potential mediator in peace talks with Russia.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 09:13 AM • 29657 views
Zelenskyy discusses implementation of the Peace Formula and preparations for the second Peace Summit with Modi

President Zelenskyy met with Indian Prime Minister Modi in the United States. The two discussed the implementation of the Peace Formula, preparations for the second Peace Summit, and enhanced cooperation in various areas.

Politics • September 23, 11:50 PM • 22067 views
Trump cancels meeting with Polish President Duda - Reuters

Donald Trump's planned speech with Polish President Andrzej Duda in Pennsylvania has been canceled. The reasons for the cancellation were not reported, but voters of Eastern European descent may influence the outcome of the election in this state.

News of the World • September 20, 08:12 AM • 13677 views
Sibiga discussed bilateral relations and the upcoming UN General Assembly with Indian Foreign Minister

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga had a phone conversation with his Indian counterpart Subramanyam Jaishankar. The diplomats discussed the development of bilateral relations and coordinated steps ahead of the UN General Assembly.

Politics • September 19, 11:11 AM • 16812 views
Trump announces meeting with Indian PM Modi next week

US presidential candidate Donald Trump has announced an upcoming meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting will take place next week, but details on the venue are not specified.

Economy • September 18, 03:38 AM • 105086 views
India's Prime Minister Modi to visit Ukraine - Foreign Ministry

Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine, the Indian Foreign Ministry has confirmed. This will be the first trip to Ukraine by an Indian prime minister since the Russian invasion and a month after his meeting with Putin in Moscow.

Politics • August 19, 06:57 AM • 37898 views
Kuleba calls with Indian Foreign Minister amid reports of Modi's possible visit

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba discussed bilateral relations and political dialogue with his Indian counterpart. The conversation took place amid reports of a possible visit of the Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine.

Politics • August 16, 12:42 PM • 29858 views
Indian Prime Minister may arrive in Ukraine next week - media

Narendra Modi is planning a visit to Poland and Ukraine from August 21-23. He is expected to spend half a day in Kyiv to promote dialogue and diplomacy amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Politics • August 14, 10:22 AM • 26153 views
They discussed the situation at the frontline and the implementation of the Peace Formula: Yermak meets with Deputy Advisor to the Prime Minister of India

The head of the OP Andriy Yermak met with the Deputy National Security Advisor of India. They discussed the situation at the frontline, shelling of civilian objects and the Peace Formula, emphasizing the importance of India's participation in the peace process.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 12:33 PM • 40944 views
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 • 24724 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 • 105501 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 • 16779 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 • 27205 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 • 28270 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 • 30064 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 • 14794 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 • 26441 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 • 15152 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 • 32501 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 • 15158 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 • 21466 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 • 18261 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 • 21790 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 • 19796 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 • 22178 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 • 33266 views