mid-day remembers the exceptionally talented and versatile Mohammed Rafi on his birth centenary... [Read More]
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13 February,2025 10:12 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on a two-day visit to hold high-stakes talks with President Donald Trump in the face of concerns in New Delhi over Washington`s new "America First" trade agenda as well as its policy on immigration. (Pics/APF and PTI)... [Read More]
13 February,2025 09:58 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi has urged French enterprises to leverage the vast opportunities available in India and collaborate in areas such as technology, innovation, and sustainable development. (Pics/AFP and PTI)... [Read More]
12 February,2025 12:31 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi met US Vice President J D Vance and his Indian-origin wife Usha along with their two young sons on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit in Paris on Tuesday. (Pics/AFP and PTI)... [Read More]
12 February,2025 12:12 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, highlighting AI’s potential to transform lives across various sectors. He emphasised AI’s role in improving healthcare, education, and agriculture while accelerating progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). (PICS/PTI)... [Read More]
11 February,2025 04:19 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed with a hug by French President Emmanuel Macron at a welcome dinner ahead of co-chairing the AI Summit in Paris. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
11 February,2025 10:33 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with students on a host of issues such as nutrition, mastering pressure and leadership as the eighth edition of his annual `Pariksha Pe Charcha` was broadcast on Monday. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
10 February,2025 12:35 PM ISTPM Modi and US President Donald Trump met on 14th February. During the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held discussions on several issue related to strengthening the diplomatic ties between the two nations. Here are some power-packed key highlights of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two day US visit.... [Read More]
15 February,2025 12:55 PM ISTWhile US prepares to deport 2nd batch of illegal immigrants to India, on the illegal immigration issue, PM Narendra Modi said, "...Those who stay in other countries illegally do not have any legal right to be there. As far as India and the US are concerned, we have always said that those who are verified and are truly the citizens of India - if they live in the US illegally, India is ready to take them back. But it doesn`t stop just there for us. These are people from ordinary families. They are shown big dreams and most of them are such who are misled and brought here. So, we should attack this entire system of human trafficking. Together, it should be the effort of the US and India to destroy such an ecosystem from its roots so that human trafficking ends...Our bigger fight is against that entire ecosystem and we are confident that President Trump will fully cooperate with India in finishing this ecosystem."... [Read More]
14 February,2025 11:41 AM ISTOn February 13, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C., for a two-day visit, amidst ongoing tensions over trade tariffs. Upon arrival, he headed to the Blair House, where he was warmly greeted by the Indian community living in the United States. The members of the Indian diaspora were excited and eager to welcome him. Before PM Modi`s arrival, the Indian flag was proudly displayed in place of the US flag at Blair House, which is the official guest residence for visiting foreign dignitaries. The prime minister`s arrival in Washington was met with a cheerful and enthusiastic reception. PM Modi will be staying at the Blair House throughout his visit to the US, which is scheduled to take place from February 12 to 13. Watch video for more details.... [Read More]
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12 February,2025 05:40 PM ISTIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron paid a solemn visit to the Mazargues Cemetery in Marseille to honor the memory of Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the World Wars. This cemetery, located in the southern French city of Marseille, serves as a poignant tribute to the Indian soldiers who fought and died on French soil in both World War I and World War II. During their visit, the leaders laid wreaths and observed a moment of silence in respect for the sacrifices made by these soldiers, many of whom came from India’s colonial past. The Mazargues Cemetery holds the remains of several soldiers who were part of the Indian Army and who gave their lives during the wars, fighting in the French campaigns. This gesture highlights the deep and enduring bond between India and France, which has been built not only on political and economic cooperation but also on the shared history of sacrifice and courage during the tumultuous periods of the World Wars. The Indian soldiers who are commemorated at Mazargues were part of the vast number of troops from India who served in various theaters of war alongside Allied forces, often far from home. Their contributions were integral to the war efforts, and many of them made the ultimate sacrifice, defending values of freedom and justice in foreign lands. The visit by Modi and Macron underscores the importance of remembering these heroes, whose efforts were pivotal yet often overlooked in broader global narratives.... [Read More]
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