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Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi

About Narendra Modi

Who is Narendra Modi?

Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of India. He represents Varanasi constituency in the Lok Sabha. He is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He assumed office as Prime Minister for his third term on June 9, 2024 after securing a decisive mandate in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
 
PM Modi also holds charge of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, the Department of Atomic Energy, the Department of Space, all important policy issues, and all other portfolios not allocated to any other minister.
 
Early life
Born in Gujarat's Vadnagar in 1950, Modi is said to have
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PM Modi pays tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev on martyrdom day

The prime minister said that unfettered by the might of colonial rule, they chose the path of sacrifice with conviction, placing the nation above their own lives

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Updated On : 23 Mar 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

Why 'Vishwaguru' not advancing Brics summit on West Asia crisis: Congress

Congress also claimed that Modi does not want to 'antagonise' Trump and Netanyahu

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Updated On : 23 Mar 2026 | 10:47 AM IST

West Asia crisis: PM Modi takes stock of fuel, power, fertiliser supply

Prime Minister chairs CCS meeting to assess oil, gas and fertiliser supply risks, directs coordinated response as Hormuz closure disrupts flows

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Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

Delhi CM meets PM Modi, discusses national capital's development

The BJP leader said that during the meeting, detailed discussions on Delhi's all-around development were held, including strengthening infrastructure

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 6:52 PM IST

PM Modi speaks with Iranian President, hopes for peace in West Asia

PM Modi also discussed the West Asia's security situation and its wider implications with the Iranian President

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 5:15 PM IST

PM Modi conveys greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr, hopes for further brotherhood

Eid is being celebrated in the country on Saturday

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 9:28 AM IST

Vishwaguru delusion, mine vs yours: Two flawed takes on India's power

One side thinks India is punching way above its weight.The other thinks Mr Modi has undermined India, and it punches below its strength. Both are wrong

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 9:30 AM IST

PM reaches out to West Asian leaders on Eid amid energy security concerns

Prime Minister speaks to GCC leaders, flags need for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz and highlights risks to global food, fuel and fertiliser security

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Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 11:21 PM IST

PM meets trustees of IGNCA, discusses upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum

He also discussed with them various aspects relating to further popularising India's diverse culture

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Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 7:06 AM IST

Modi speaks to Macron, leaders of Qatar, Oman, Jordan on West Asia conflict

The thrust of the conversations, per his social media posts, was to find a way to restore stability to the region and to continue coordination in the pursuit of de-escalation and peace

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Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 11:05 PM IST

PM Modi calls for global investment as power sector needs $2.2 trillion

PM Modi invites global investors to India's power sector, which needs $2.2 trillion over two decades to support energy transition and infrastructure expansion

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Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:04 PM IST

PM Modi invites global investors to invest, make, innovate in power sector

India is evolving into a reliable energy partner in building resilient supply chains, advancing battery manufacturing, creating green jobs, and enabling investments through bold reforms, Modi added

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Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:48 PM IST

PM Modi extends greetings on Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi and Cheti Chand

These festivals mark the Hindu 'Nav Varsha' (new year) and the arrival of the spring season and are celebrated with different names in various regions of the country

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Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:27 AM IST

PM Modi stresses safe navigation in Hormuz in talks with Kuwait, UAE

Modi discusses West Asia situation with Kuwait Crown Prince and UAE President, emphasising maritime security and diplomatic engagement for regional stability

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 8:04 PM IST

'There's no full stop in politics': PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid farewell to retiring Rajya Sabha MPs as senior leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, and several others completed their terms in the Upper House

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

PM Modi speaks to UAE President, agree on keeping Strait of Hormuz safe

Modi said he and the UAE President agreed on the importance of ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz

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Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 11:15 PM IST

Modi govt weakening Brics stand to appease Trump, Netanyahu: Congress

India is boasting of being the President of Brics+ in 2026, but has not summoned up the inclination or courage to put out a collective statement on the US-Israel air offensives, Jairam Ramesh wrote

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Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 10:57 AM IST

India walks diplomatic tightrope between Iran and US as war bites economy

India's Brics presidency faces an early challenge as Iran seeks condemnation of US-Israel strikes, while fellow members Saudi Arabia and the UAE, targets of Iranian attacks, complicate consensus

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Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 8:46 AM IST

Modi building false narrative about Bengal, acting as BJP campaigner: TMC

She further alleged that the prime minister had ignored the concerns of farmers, noting that he did not visit the site of the farmers' protest near New Delhi in 2022

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Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 7:50 PM IST

'Countdown has begun, change in Bengal inevitable': PM Modi in Kolkata

Addressing a rally in Kolkata ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC government of lawlessness and announced infrastructure projects worth ₹18,680 crore

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Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:07 PM IST