Narendra Modi
India Achieves 9th Position Globally in Forest Coverage While Maintaining 3rd Rank in Annual Forest Growth
Oct 22, 2025 03:42 pm CST
According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation's latest report, India has advanced to the 9th position globally in total forest area and retained its 3rd rank in annual forest expansion. This achievement reflects successful large-scale afforestation initiatives and community-led conservation efforts under Prime Minister Modi's leadership. Asia remains the only region showing net forest area growth between 1990-2025, with India's contribution helping reduce the global rate of forest loss by more than half over the past three decades.
PM Modi Thanks Trump for Diwali Wishes, Emphasizes United Stand Against Terrorism
Oct 22, 2025 11:04 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked President Donald Trump for Diwali greetings and emphasized joint efforts against terrorism amid growing US-Pakistan relations. Trump hosted a White House Diwali celebration where he discussed conversations with Modi regarding Russian oil imports and India-Pakistan relations, though India has rejected some of these claims.
PM Modi's Diwali Letter: Operation Sindoor, Naxal-Free Districts, and India's Path to Becoming a Global Economic Power
Oct 21, 2025 01:43 pm CST
In his Diwali address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Operation Sindoor's success against terrorism, celebrated the eradication of Maoist insurgency across multiple districts, and outlined India's progress toward becoming the world's third-largest economy. The letter emphasizes citizen responsibility in building a developed India through embracing local products, maintaining cleanliness, and promoting national unity under the vision of "Viksit Bharat."
Prime Minister Modi's Diwali Tradition: Celebrating with Armed Forces from Kargil to INS Vikrant
Oct 20, 2025 05:01 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues his meaningful tradition of celebrating Diwali with India's armed forces, spanning locations from Kargil's icy heights to naval vessels off Goa. This article chronicles Modi's annual visits since 2019, highlighting his messages of gratitude, solidarity and recognition of military valor during these occasions, including his most recent celebration aboard INS Vikrant.
PM Modi Encourages Citizens to Purchase Local 'Swadeshi' Products During India's Festive Season
Oct 20, 2025 02:05 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to celebrate the festive season by purchasing locally-made 'Swadeshi' products, supporting the nation's artisans and manufacturers. His appeal encourages citizens to share their local purchases on social media to inspire others, promoting India's self-reliance movement and honoring the creativity of 140 crore Indians during this important shopping period.
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Highlights Strong India-UK Partnership at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 19, 2025 12:07 am CST
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak praised India's energy and ambition at the NDTV World Summit 2025, emphasizing the potential for deeper UK-India partnerships in business, technology, and education. Speaking on changing global dynamics, Sunak discussed multipolarity, the importance of domestic capabilities, and how the pandemic has reshaped international relations and trade strategies.
Mamata Banerjee Demands Revocation of Gorkha Interlocutor Appointment in Letter to PM Modi Citing Federalism Concerns
Oct 18, 2025 07:44 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing shock over the unilateral appointment of an interlocutor for Gorkha-related discussions. She argues this decision violates cooperative federalism principles as it bypasses state consultation on matters directly affecting the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, an autonomous body under the West Bengal government, and requests immediate revocation to preserve peace in the region.
Over 300 Maoists Surrender: PM Modi Highlights Progress in India's Fight Against Naxal Terrorism
Oct 18, 2025 02:44 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the surrender of over 300 Maoists in 24 hours at the NDTV World Summit 2025, highlighting his government's successful counterterrorism strategy. Modi revealed that Naxal-affected districts have decreased from 125 to just 11 in a decade, bringing peace to previously conflict-ridden areas like Bastar in Chhattisgarh. The Prime Minister expressed personal pain over decades of violence while criticizing previous Congress administrations for enabling an "ecosystem of Urban Naxals" that suppressed public discourse on Maoist terrorism.
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott Defends Modi, Calls India an Emerging Democratic Superpower
Oct 17, 2025 05:04 pm CST
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, defended PM Narendra Modi against Western media criticism and described India as an emerging democratic superpower poised to counterbalance China in the 21st century. Abbott highlighted India's free media, independent judiciary, and democratic elections while encouraging the country to embrace its growing global influence.
US Singer Mary Millben Confronts Rahul Gandhi Over PM Modi Criticism: "Return To Your I Hate India Tour"
Oct 17, 2025 04:49 pm CST
American singer Mary Millben has publicly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his comments claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi is afraid of US President Donald Trump. Millben defended PM Modi's diplomatic approach, asserting that he strategically protects India's interests just as Trump does for America. The dispute centers around Trump's recent claims about India's Russian oil purchases and highlights ongoing tensions in India-US relations.