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Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Modi to address NDA parliamentary party meet amid Oppn protests

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the BJP-led NDA parliamentary party meeting, focusing on current issues, the upcoming vice president's election, and likely addressing opposition concerns.

BJP's Nitin Babu Rises In the Land of Nitish Babu

BJP's Nitin Babu Rises In the Land of Nitish Babu

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

BJP leaders say Nitin Nabin's low-profile image has made him a favourite of Amit Shah, who was in search of such a leader to appoint to the top party position -- someone who follows the Modi-Shah line as BJP president without "ifs and buts".

Abuses hurled at Modi: Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi summoned

Abuses hurled at Modi: Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi summoned

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

A court in Bihar's Sheikhpura district has issued summonses to INDIA bloc leaders Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav, and Mukesh Sahani in connection with alleged abuses hurled at Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a Congress event in August.

JD-U fields ex-MP it expelled 11 yrs ago for praising Modi

JD-U fields ex-MP it expelled 11 yrs ago for praising Modi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Former Rajya Sabha MP Sabir Ali, who was expelled from the JD-U 11 years ago for praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was on Saturday named the party's candidate from Amour assembly seat in Bihar.

Won't go anywhere from NDA: Nitish assures Modi at Bihar rally

Won't go anywhere from NDA: Nitish assures Modi at Bihar rally

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he will remain in the NDA, while regretting short-lived alliances with the RJD-Congress combine. He lauded Modi for the Union government's measures for the state and highlighted recent state government initiatives.

Narendra Modi congratulates Rajnath Singh

Narendra Modi congratulates Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Rajnath Singh, who is all set to return as the Bharatiya Janata Party national president.

BJP launches Muslim outreach programme in Kerala; says not for votes

BJP launches Muslim outreach programme in Kerala; says not for votes

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

The BJP in Kerala announced the launch of a 'Muslim Outreach Programme' aimed at building trust and dispelling what it claims are lies spread by other parties about the BJP's stance towards the Muslim community.

Delhi grapevine: Narendra Modi's cabinet

Delhi grapevine: Narendra Modi's cabinet

Rediff.com14 May 2014

Lutyens' Delhi is agog about the possible shape of a Narendra Modi Cabinet.

Sulking BJP stalwarts may spoil Narendra Modi's PM party

Sulking BJP stalwarts may spoil Narendra Modi's PM party

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's appointment as the Bharatiya Janata Party's Campaign Committee chief and the chain of events triggered by this announcement indicate that despite the recent patch-up efforts initiated by the party's ideological mentor, the Rahstriya Swayamsevak Sangh, all is not well in the saffron outfit.

Is Narendra Modi the new hope for gold?

Is Narendra Modi the new hope for gold?

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Indian demand fell 26 percent to 190.3 tonnes in the first quarter of 2014 from the same period a year earlier.

Congress calls Indo-US trade pact a 'surrender'

Congress calls Indo-US trade pact a 'surrender'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Congress party has criticized the Indo-US trade agreement, calling it a 'surrender' of India's self-esteem and interests, and a betrayal of Indian farmers and MSMEs.

DON'T MISS: Narendra Modi's 'hat trick'

DON'T MISS: Narendra Modi's 'hat trick'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at the different avatars of 'Turbanator' Modi and asks you, the readers, to rate them.

Nitin Nabin takes over as BJP's 12th president

Nitin Nabin takes over as BJP's 12th president

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Nitin Nabin has been formally declared as the BJP national president, succeeding J P Nadda. The leadership transition was witnessed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior ministers.

Narendra Modi gets rousing welcome in Patna

Narendra Modi gets rousing welcome in Patna

Rediff.com12 Jun 2010

Ending all speculations, finally Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Patna on Saturday morning to attend the two-day Bharatiya Janata Party national executive meeting.

Cong neta forced to wear saree by BJP workers for Modi post

Cong neta forced to wear saree by BJP workers for Modi post

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The 72-year-old local Congress functionary had shared a morphed image on social media of the PM.

Oppn moves notice to remove speaker; Rahul, TMC MPs didn't sign

Oppn moves notice to remove speaker; Rahul, TMC MPs didn't sign

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The opposition has submitted a notice for a resolution to remove Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, citing disallowed speeches and MP suspensions.

Lobbying intensified for Bihar assembly speaker's post

Lobbying intensified for Bihar assembly speaker's post

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Lobbying has intensified among NDA partners in Bihar for the post of Speaker in the assembly, with BJP MLA Prem Kumar considered a frontrunner. A special assembly session will be convened soon to elect the Speaker.

Narendra Modi's new best friends in BJP

Narendra Modi's new best friends in BJP

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

Modi has been away from national politics for a long time and needs to have eyes and ears in the city of rumours and true lies

Shirtless protest at AI meet: Youth Cong chief held, rioting charges invoked

Shirtless protest at AI meet: Youth Cong chief held, rioting charges invoked

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib was arrested after a disruptive shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, leading to further investigation into potential conspiracy and funding.

'Double dose of reforms': Modi hails 'simpler' GST

'Double dose of reforms': Modi hails 'simpler' GST

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the GST Council's overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, calling it 'GST 2.0' and a significant boost for national growth. He highlighted the simplification of the tax system and the introduction of new rates.

Tej Pratap's airport meet with BJP MP sparks speculations

Tej Pratap's airport meet with BJP MP sparks speculations

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

As they exited the airport chatting, journalists surrounded them, speculating whether the appearance of the former RJD leader, once a staunch critic of the BJP-RSS, alongside Kishan signalled a new political equation.

Why Gen Naravane's Book Sparked Row In Lok Sabha

Why Gen Naravane's Book Sparked Row In Lok Sabha

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir has triggered a controversy by revealing behind-the-scenes decision-making during the 2020 India-China standoff in Ladakh. Its candid account of military and political responses at a critical moment has reignited debate over civil-military relations, accountability, and the limits of disclosure in matters of national security.

Not EVMs, Modi has hacked hearts of people: Kangana

Not EVMs, Modi has hacked hearts of people: Kangana

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha, stating he has 'hacked the hearts of the people' and criticized the opposition for disruptions and EVM tampering allegations.

If language pride is a 'disease'...: Raj Thackeray slams RSS chief

If language pride is a 'disease'...: Raj Thackeray slams RSS chief

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

In a post on X, Thackeray also claimed that those who attended Bhagwat's programme in Mumbai on February 7-8 to mark the RSS centenary did not come out of love for him but due to the fear of Narendra Modi's government.

Sidhu showers praise on Narendra Modi

Sidhu showers praise on Narendra Modi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

"Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is an efficient man. There is a need for a strong political will to bring the two states (Punjab and Gujarat) on par," Sidhu, a BJP MP from Amritsar, said.

Taking steps to reduce crude oil, gas imports: Modi

Taking steps to reduce crude oil, gas imports: Modi

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government is taking steps to reduce imports of crude oil and gas, focusing more on exploration of fossil fuels and green energy.

Dancing the night away with Narendra Modi

Dancing the night away with Narendra Modi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister and the Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi has been repeatedly denied a visa by the United States authorities for his suspected role in the 2002 post-Godhra riots.

BJP's last throw of the dice in Karnataka: Narendra Modi

BJP's last throw of the dice in Karnataka: Narendra Modi

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party is looking upto Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to turn the tide in its favour in Karnataka. But Modi's job won't be easy. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Narendra Modi releases manifesto for Guj polls

Narendra Modi releases manifesto for Guj polls

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Monday released the Bharatiya Janata Party's manifesto for the state assembly elections, saying that it is a blueprint for development of all sections of the society.

'Vote chori in BJP DNA': Cong attacks Modi, EC at Delhi rally

'Vote chori in BJP DNA': Cong attacks Modi, EC at Delhi rally

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Top Congress leaders attacked the BJP and election commissioners at a rally in Delhi, alleging election irregularities and demanding action against those involved in 'vote chori'.

Pressure mounts on Narendra Modi

Pressure mounts on Narendra Modi

Rediff.com28 May 2004

'The momentum that has gathered against Modi is not going to die down and his exit is certain,' Congress leader Amarsinh Chaudhary said.

Sunetra Pawar becomes Maharashtra's first woman deputy CM

Sunetra Pawar becomes Maharashtra's first woman deputy CM

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Sunetra Pawar, wife of late NCP leader Ajit Pawar, was sworn in as Maharashtra's first woman deputy Chief Minister after being elected as the leader of the NCP legislature wing.

Ugly scenes could have taken place in Lok Sabha: Rijiju

Ugly scenes could have taken place in Lok Sabha: Rijiju

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticizes the behavior of opposition MPs in the Lok Sabha, alleging disruptive conduct and disrespect towards the Prime Minister and the House's dignity.

How good is Narendra Modi's business agenda?

How good is Narendra Modi's business agenda?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

Domestic business endorsement for Mr Modi never wavered, not even after 2002.

Narendra Modi sets BJP's house on fire

Narendra Modi sets BJP's house on fire

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party is pulling in different directions on the kind of role Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi should play in the future, even before the issue has come up for discussion in the party fora. Neerja Chowdhury analyses

Narendra Modi gets resounding welcome in Delhi

Narendra Modi gets resounding welcome in Delhi

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The crowd turned up in large numbers outside the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Thursday to congratulate Narendra Modi. At least, they were clear in their mind on who will be BJP's prime ministerial candidate in the 2014 elections. K Akhter reports

Will Narendra Modi campaign in Bihar?

Will Narendra Modi campaign in Bihar?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

With just over a month left for the assembly elections in Bihar, the Bharatiya Janata Party is trying hard to please its ally Janata Dal-United to avoid any confrontations.The six-phase elections kick off on October 21.Soon after BJP vice-president Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi announced at a press conference that 'star campaigner' and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi would campaign in Bihar, the party denied the statement.

GRAPHICS: Gujarat's CHOICE is still Narendra Modi

GRAPHICS: Gujarat's CHOICE is still Narendra Modi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

According to a survey carried out across Gujarat by television channel CNN-IBN and weekly magazine The Week, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, led by Chief Minister Narendra Modi, will win the forthcoming state assembly elections comfortably.

Watch Video: Narendra Modi visits Vaishnodevi shrine

Watch Video: Narendra Modi visits Vaishnodevi shrine

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi is trying to rake up as many divine blessings he can in this election season.

Narendra Modi is part asset, part liability

Narendra Modi is part asset, part liability

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Narendra Modi has not yet shown signs of being a likely statesman or leader of vision and wisdom. We must avoid a judgement on his suitability till we have seen more of him as a leader outside Gujarat, says B Raman