Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 09 held a mega roadshow in his Lok Sabha constituency Varanasi, UP. People in large numbers showed up to catch a glimpse of PM Modi. The people of Varanasi stood alongside the road to witness a glimpse of PM Modi.This is PM Modi’s first visit to his constituency Varanasi after the BJP released its first list of Lok Sabha poll candidates. Notably, PM Modi is on a multiple-state visit to inaugurate various development projects ahead of the Lok Sabha Polls. Take a glimpse at PM Modi's vibrant and mega 28 km roadshow in Varanasi.
10 March,2024 01:30 PM IST
A major diplomatic win for India; eight of the ex-Indian Navy personnel were released from Qatar on Feb 12. Former Navy men were accused of allegedly spying on a submarine programme and were sentenced to Qatar death penalty. Following intervention by India’s MEA, the capital punishment was later commuted to an extended prison term. Seven of the total eight former Indian Navy personnel returned home from Qatar on February 12. Notably, PM Modi met with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the sidelines of COP 28 Summit in Dubai. COP 28 Summit was held from 30 Nov till 12 Dec 2023, after the Qatar authorities had announced their verdict in the case. The release of the Navy personnel accused of espionage marks a big diplomatic win for India. It also shows the strengthening of bilateral relations between India and Qatar.
12 February,2024 05:12 PM IST
In a major jolt to ‘expansionist’ China, Italy withdrew from Xi Jinping’s ‘ambitious’ Belt and Road initiative. Italy, the only G7 nation to be part of BRI, quit the economic corridor dismissing fears of damaging Italian economy, said govt sources. Italy became part of BRI in 2019 after ignoring warnings from US that it might let China control sensitive technologies. As per Reuters, Italian PM Meloni wanted to withdraw from the deal as it hadn’t brought “significant gains” to Italy. However, China has not reacted after the Italy Government’s move regarding the Belt and Road initiative. Notably, more than 100 countries have signed agreements with China to cooperate on BRI projects since the scheme was launched in 2013. Italy’s move to quit BRI came as Italy is likely to elevate ties with India making several engagements between countries. India and China are at odds on many issues varying from trade to border disputes. Notably, Indian PM Narendra Modi met Italian PM Giorgia Meloni during the COP28 Summit in Dubai. The heads of the countries also held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of recently concluded G20 in Delhi in September. Italy and India are among the countries who signed India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor project initiative in Delhi.
07 December,2023 04:41 PM IST | Mumbai
The world leaders gathered in Dubai for the climate conference COP28 Summit, which was held under the UAE Presidency. The summit witnessed the footfall of leaders like PM Modi, UK PM Rishi Sunak, Pak Caretaker PM Kakar. However, Prime Minister Kakar’s pictures from the COP28 Summit is doing rounds on the internet. World leaders ignored Pak PM Kakar, who stood last in the row during the family photograph ceremony. On the other hand, PM Modi was noticed standing right next to the host country UAE. Looking at India’s prowess among global countries, Pakistani political analysts brutally trolled Pak’s PM. Taking to X, Pakistani political analyst Qamar Cheema asked people to help him find his Prime Minister. Pakistani Journalist Arzoo Kazmi made fun of Pak PM while posting a laughing emoji.
03 December,2023 12:30 PM IST
PM Modi recently reacted to the ‘Melodi’ selfie taken by Italian PM Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the COP28 Summit. PM Modi, taking to his official X Handle, re-shared the selfie with caption ‘It’s always a delight meeting friends.’ Italian PM Giorgia Meloni posted a selfie with PM Modi on X with remarks, “Good friends at COP28,” followed by hashtag ‘Melodi.’The two world leaders met on the sidelines of the COP28 Summit in the United Arab Emirates. PM Modi and several world leaders arrived at the venue of the COP28 Summit on December 01. Several world leaders, including PM Modi, UK PM Rishi Sunak, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, and the EU President, posed for photographs. The 2023 UN Climate Change Conference is being convened from November 30 to December 12 in Dubai, UAE.
03 December,2023 11:43 AM IST
The COP28 Summit, the world's largest climate conference, commenced in Dubai, UAE, with the arrival of Prime Minister Modi and various global leaders on December 1. A collective photograph featuring leaders like UK PM Rishi Sunak, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, and EU President was captured at the event. The summit aims to unite world leaders in crafting effective strategies to combat the pressing climate crisis. Scheduled from November 30 to December 12, the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference gathers in Dubai to foster actionable solutions toward addressing environmental challenges on a global scale. Watch the full video for more!
01 December,2023 03:17 PM IST | Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora as he arrived in Dubai after a cultural performance. People chanted 'Modi-Nodi' and 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkaar'. PM Modi arrived in Dubai on November 30 to participate in the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) Summit. He will be participating in the World Climate Action Summit of the COP28, scheduled on December 1.
01 December,2023 11:33 AM IST | Mumbai
Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev will attend a series of crucial panel discussions at COP28 summit in Dubai. Talking about the summit, Sadhguru said that the presence of heavy-weight leaders is important to give significance to COP28. He further added Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s presence is very important and it’s being looked forward by the host country. “Significant people will come and they will take the conversation forward but still the presence of heavy-weight leaders is important to give significance to COP28...in terms of discussions and taking these things ahead, it is the teams which do the work, those teams will be there definitely,” he said.
30 November,2023 04:07 PM IST
A massive earthquake of 6.4 magnitude jolted Nepal in the late hours of November 03. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the epicenter of the quake was in Nepal at a depth of 10 km. As many as 128 people lost their lives and at least 141 people were injured in the deadly incident, reported The Kathmandu Post. The tremors of the earthquake were also felt in several states of north India including Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal expressed his grief over the incident. Jajarkot and West Rukum have suffered the most, with 92 deaths in Jajarkot alone, reported The Kathmandu Post. PM Modi expressed his grief over the loss of lives and damage caused by the earthquake in Nepal. Indian PM offered support to Nepal and expressed India’s willingness to extend all possible assistance.
04 November,2023 01:53 PM IST | Mumbai
Asia Cup 2022
Ahead of the epic high-voltage clash with Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2022, Team India was seen sweating it out in the net session. Ace batsmen and former Skipper Virat Kohli was also seen practicing hard ahead of the match. The man in blue will lock horns again with Pakistan in the first of the Super 4s on September 4.
03 September,2022 02:55 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
