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US recognises India as 'major defence partner'

US recognises India as 'major defence partner'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Under the 'Major Defence Partner' recognition, the US will continue to work toward facilitating technology sharing with India to a level commensurate with that of its closest allies and partners.

Modi meets Malaysia's newly-elected PM, holds 'productive' discussions

Modi meets Malaysia's newly-elected PM, holds 'productive' discussions

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Modi is among the first world leaders to meet Mahathir, who became the world's oldest elected leader.

Jhajharia, Deepa, Rahelu - Meet India's Paralympic medallists

Jhajharia, Deepa, Rahelu - Meet India's Paralympic medallists

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

With the Tokyo Paralympics opening on Tuesday, here's a look at all the past Indian medallists.

NSG, SWAT teams, drones: Delhi preps for PM's speech

NSG, SWAT teams, drones: Delhi preps for PM's speech

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

A multi-layered security cover has been put in place to secure the historic Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on the 75nd Independence Day on Sunday.

How Many Indians Have Played 100 Tests?

How Many Indians Have Played 100 Tests?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

As Pujara gears up to play his 100th Test, here's a look at the list of the 12 cricketers who are a part of the 100 Tests club in India.

Global CEOs bullish on India, meet Modi

Global CEOs bullish on India, meet Modi

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

FMCG giant Unilever CEO Paul Polman and technology major Intel President Renee James on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a slew of global corporatehonchos continue to line up to express their intention to invest in India.

'India's culture goes beyond intolerance to acceptance': PM Modi

'India's culture goes beyond intolerance to acceptance': PM Modi

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Amid the raging intolerance debate, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asserted that Indian culture goes beyond tolerance and talks of acceptance.

Seen A Sadder Face in Politics?

Seen A Sadder Face in Politics?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Politicians bid farewell to Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu as India's vice-president at the G M C Balayogi auditorium in the Parliament house complex on Monday, August 8, 2022, evening.

How this Tamil Nadu man weaved his magic on PM Modi

How this Tamil Nadu man weaved his magic on PM Modi

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

A wall hanging featuring Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel, Maulana Azad left the prime minister in awe

Data will dictate history, says Modi

Data will dictate history, says Modi

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said data is information and it will dictate history in the future as he exhorted for strong and scientific audits to make systems strong and transparent. Speaking at the Audit Diwas event of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), he said in the past information was transmitted in form of stories.

India records 3.29 lakh new Covid cases, 3,876 deaths

India records 3.29 lakh new Covid cases, 3,876 deaths

Rediff.com11 May 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,90,27,304.

Ceremonial welcome for PM Modi in Beijing ahead of talks

Ceremonial welcome for PM Modi in Beijing ahead of talks

Rediff.com15 May 2015

Modi was accorded a grand reception at the Great Hall of People in Beijing on Friday when he arrived for talks with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang.

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

China confirms disengagement from Gogra-Hotsprings

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The Chinese military on Friday confirmed that the troops of China and India have begun the process of disengagement from the Patrolling Point 15 in the Gogra-Hotsprings area of eastern Ladakh in a 'coordinated and planned way'.

PM inaugurates Stor Palace, says India always with Afghanistan

PM inaugurates Stor Palace, says India always with Afghanistan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Our societies and people have had age old ties and links, says Modi.

NSCN, govt talks inconclusive, likely to resume on Thursday

NSCN, govt talks inconclusive, likely to resume on Thursday

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The NSCN-IM delegation, led by senior leader V S Atem, met interlocutor A K Mishra at an undisclosed location in the national capital.

China to invest $20 billion in India

China to invest $20 billion in India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged on Thursday to give Indian companies and products - especially including those made by the pharmaceutical, farming and fuel industries - greater access to Chinese markets.

Modi salutes India's Blind World Cup-winning cricket team

Modi salutes India's Blind World Cup-winning cricket team

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

When India's Blind World Cup-winning cricketers called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, the PM spent time in the company of the talented Indian team who beat Pakistan to clinch the title in Cape Town on Sunday.

Japan PM may cancel India trip amid protests in Assam

Japan PM may cancel India trip amid protests in Assam

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Shinzo Abe is planning to come to Guwahati for annual summit talks with his Modi from December 15-17.

Nations With Hindu Heads of Government

Nations With Hindu Heads of Government

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Right now there are five Hindus occupying the top job in the world. Rishi Sunak will be the sixth.

Modi calls for 'repair and prepare' as India emerges from pandemic

Modi calls for 'repair and prepare' as India emerges from pandemic

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for focus on 'repair and prepare' as the nation emerges out of a devastating pandemic. "Over the past year, we have witnessed a lot of disruption in different sectors. Much of it is still there. Yet, disruption does not have to mean despair," he said at VivaTech Summit. "Instead, we must keep the focus on the twin foundations of repair and prepare," he said referring to the need to augment healthcare infrastructure in the country as well as prop up the economy.

Sitharaman meets IMF chief in Washington, highlights growth measures

Sitharaman meets IMF chief in Washington, highlights growth measures

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday met IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva and discussed a range of issues, including impact of geopolitical situation on global growth.

Tamil Nadu bureaucrat K Rajaraman is new telecom secretary

Tamil Nadu bureaucrat K Rajaraman is new telecom secretary

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Tamil Nadu cadre IAS officer K Rajaraman on Friday took charge as the new telecom secretary. His joining comes following the superannuation of Anshu Prakash on September 30. "Shri K Rajaraman, IAS (TN:89) takes charge as Secretary, @DoT_India in presence of senior officials of the department," a PIB tweet said. He was serving as the additional secretary for investments at the Department of Economic Affairs before being promoted to the position of secretary, DoT.

PHOTOS: India in the week gone by

PHOTOS: India in the week gone by

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

What happened in India in the week gone by? Here's the top stories that captured India's attention in the week gone by.

PM Modi meets Saudi Crown Prince on sidelines of G20 summit

PM Modi meets Saudi Crown Prince on sidelines of G20 summit

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

The two sides held discussions on enhancing investment in technology, renewable energy and food security.

India one of the most open economies today: PM to BRICS Business Council

India one of the most open economies today: PM to BRICS Business Council

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

Modi said there were a slew of 'matching priorities' between the business council and that of his administration, including dismantling trade barriers, promoting skills development, establishing manufacturing supply chains and infrastructure development.

Has Modi Done A Good Job On Exports?

Has Modi Done A Good Job On Exports?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Seven years after Modi took office, merchandise exports were lower in 2020-2021 than when he had taken over from Manmohan Singh, points out Aakar Patel.

Govt aims to transform India through access, inclusion, empowerment: PM

Govt aims to transform India through access, inclusion, empowerment: PM

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Asserting that the self reliant India programme will help revive the global economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday told global business community that his government aims to transform the country through access, inclusion and empowerment while also ensuring complete data security. Addressing the World Economic Forum's online Davos Agenda Summit, where he also interacted with global business leaders, Modi also said India offers a predictable and friendly environment from tax regime to FDI norms. He said Aatmanirbhar Bharat movement is committed to global good and global supply chain while the country's digital profile has been completely transformed.

Check out PM Modi's fun chat with India's Olympians

Check out PM Modi's fun chat with India's Olympians

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Iconic boxer MC Mary Kom and ace archer Deepika Kumari were told they need not say sorry after returning without medals while hockey player P R Sreejesh was asked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi if he has learnt Punjabi when he hosted the Tokyo-returned Olympians at his residence.

Modi on what to expect from Sitharaman's 3rd Budget

Modi on what to expect from Sitharaman's 3rd Budget

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had to give four-five mini-budgets in the form of packages in 2020 and expressed confidence that the upcoming Budget would also be seen as part of that series. In his remarks to the media before the commencement of Parliament's Budget Session, Modi said the first session of this decade commences on Friday and emphasised that this decade is very important for the bright future of India.

President Kovind inaugurates refurbished Motera Stadium

President Kovind inaugurates refurbished Motera Stadium

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

The refurbished Sardar Patel Stadium in Motera is now renamed Narendra Modi Stadium.

PIX: Paralympians' special gift for PM Modi...

PIX: Paralympians' special gift for PM Modi...

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

India's Paralympians presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with an autographed stole on Thursday during a breakfast hosted by him to felicitate the contingent at his residence in New Delhi.

Govt setting up high-tech platform under IB to track new age criminals

Govt setting up high-tech platform under IB to track new age criminals

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Security and intelligence agencies will soon be provided with a new platform which is technologically advanced, secure and helpful in dealing with new age criminals and anti-social elements, officials said on Wednesday.

Modi, Abe lay foundation stone for India's first bullet train

Modi, Abe lay foundation stone for India's first bullet train

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

The Rs 1.10 lakh crore train project between Ahmedabad and Mumbai is expected to be completed by 2022. The train would cover the distance of over 500 km in around two hours.

CAB won't lead to Bengali domination in Assam: Govt

CAB won't lead to Bengali domination in Assam: Govt

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

PIB seeks to 'bust myths' around the citizenship bill, says the legislation is not against the interest of indigenous people of Assam.

Desi who designed this Michelle dress wants to style Modi

Desi who designed this Michelle dress wants to style Modi

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Would love to design for the PM, says designer Bibhu Mohapatra.

PM Modi may hold first in-person meet of NITI Aayog since 2019

PM Modi may hold first in-person meet of NITI Aayog since 2019

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief ministers of states may soon have an in-person interaction on a common platform for the first time since 2019. The seventh meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog is likely to be held in late June or early July, Business Standard has learnt from sources in the Centre and a state. While the date and other details are yet to be finalised, it is learnt that there will be a conclave of chief secretaries of states and Union Territories in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, on June 14 and 15, which will decide the agenda of the Council meeting to be held at a later date.

Talks on visas, job creation to figure in Modi's meet with CEOs

Talks on visas, job creation to figure in Modi's meet with CEOs

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

The CEOs round table is expected to be attended by Apple chief Tim Cook, Walmart head Doug McMillon, Caterpillar's Jim Umpleby, Google head Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella.

PM pushes for self-reliant India with 'Make for World' call

PM pushes for self-reliant India with 'Make for World' call

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

He made a reference to the clash between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh's Galwan Valley in June this year. "What our jawans can do, what the country can do, the world has seen in Ladakh," he said.

Govt's media accreditation policy introduces morality, national security clause

Govt's media accreditation policy introduces morality, national security clause

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Journalists acting in a manner prejudicial to the country's "security, sovereignty and integrity" as well as "public order, decency or morality" will lose their government accreditation, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has said in its new guidelines.

Indian startups created value, wealth even during pandemic: PM

Indian startups created value, wealth even during pandemic: PM

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Noting that the number of unicorns in India has reached the 100-mark this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that even in the phase of the Covid pandemic, Indian startups have been creating wealth and value with entrepreneurs emerging from smaller cities and towns as well. In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast, the prime minister said that on the fifth of this month the number of unicorns in India reached the 100-mark. "The total valuation of these unicorns is more than USD 330 billion, that is, more than 25 lakh crore rupees. "Certainly, this is a matter of pride for every Indian," he said.