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Modi gifts Trump framed photo of 'Howdy Modi' event

Modi gifts Trump framed photo of 'Howdy Modi' event

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

"Memories from Houston, where history was made! PM @narendramodi presented a framed photograph from the #HowdyModi event to @POTUS @realDonaldTrump," Prime Minister's Office tweeted.

Himanta's slip of tongue elevates Amit Shah as PM, sets off controversy

Himanta's slip of tongue elevates Amit Shah as PM, sets off controversy

Rediff.com11 May 2022

A "slip of tongue" by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma at a public rally where he interchanged the official designations of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah has kicked off a political controversy in the state.

Sania thanks Rijiju, others after son and sister get UK visa

Sania thanks Rijiju, others after son and sister get UK visa

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Sania took to Twitter to thank everyone for their help.

Twitterati hail PM for mentioning sanitary napkins in I Day speech

Twitterati hail PM for mentioning sanitary napkins in I Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

Under the 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra' scheme, the prime minister said, the government has started giving away sanitary napkins at Re 1 to empower women and keep their health in check.

Congress downplays row over PMO twitter

Congress downplays row over PMO twitter

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Congress on Wednesday sought to downplay the controversy over the Prime Minister's Office decision to close down its official twitter account ahead of Narendra Modi taking over and expressed confidence that the new PMO will get the original handle.

Delhi hospitals continue to face oxygen shortage even after emergency supply

Delhi hospitals continue to face oxygen shortage even after emergency supply

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

A government doctor said hospitals in Delhi are wary of admitting more patients amid a serious shortage of oxygen in the city.

PM meets J-K leaders to chalk out future course of action

PM meets J-K leaders to chalk out future course of action

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

With no agenda announced for the meeting, the leaders from Jammu and Kashmir said they have come with an open mind.

Uddhav was ready to align with BJP but..: Rebel Sena leader

Uddhav was ready to align with BJP but..: Rebel Sena leader

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

After a revolt in the Shiv Sena, party president Uddhav Thackeray was ready to align with the Bharatiya Janata Party in Maharashtra if the dissidents dumped rebel leader Eknath Shinde, a proposal that was unacceptable to rebel MLAs and the national saffron outfit, legislator Deepak Kesarkar claimed on Friday.

Rahul blames PM for 'destabilising' MP govt

Rahul blames PM for 'destabilising' MP govt

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

'Could you please pass on the benefit to Indians by slashing #petrol prices to under 60? per litre? '

The Lucknow teen who became 'India's PM' on Twitter

The Lucknow teen who became 'India's PM' on Twitter

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Qaiser Ali received 30 minutes of fame on Tuesday when he took over the @PMO handle on Twitter. Speaking about the incident, Ali said that he was busy surfing on Twitter when his hunt took him to the prime minister's account, which was free and saved it instantly for himself. "I saved it immediately and suddenly I found myself handling the @PMOIndia handle," said Ali.

Ukraine, European envoys condole death of Indian student in Kharkiv

Ukraine, European envoys condole death of Indian student in Kharkiv

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

President of the European Council Charles Michel on Tuesday spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed his condolences over the death of Naveen Shekarappa Gyanagoudar, a native of Karnataka.

We are natural partners with similar values, Modi tells Harris

We are natural partners with similar values, Modi tells Harris

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described India and America as "natural partners" as he held the first in-person meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House during which they decided to further cement the Indo-US strategic partnership and discussed global issues of common interest, including threats to democracy and the Indo-Pacific.

'Why should we meet Sonia every time': Mamata after meeting Modi

'Why should we meet Sonia every time': Mamata after meeting Modi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Mamata said that she raised the issue of violence in Tripura in which TMC workers were allegedly assaulted by BJP workers.

Modi govt has committed treason, alleges Rahul on NYT's Pegasus report

Modi govt has committed treason, alleges Rahul on NYT's Pegasus report

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

The Congress on Saturday attacked the Centre over a New York Times report which claimed that the Indian government bought the Pegasus spy tool in 2017 as part of a deal with Israel, alleging that the government indulged in illegal snooping using the spyware which amounts to 'treason.'

Public money being stolen in NCLT resolution cases: Harsh Goenka

Public money being stolen in NCLT resolution cases: Harsh Goenka

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

RPG Enterprises Chairperson Harsh Goenka on Tuesday said the NCLT should be the next institution to be cleansed by the government to prevent "hard earned public money being stolen" as companies' promoters stash away money on the side and get "80-90% haircut" from bankers during the insolvency resolution process. In an apparent reference to recent cases of insolvency proceedings of some firms wherein creditors have taken huge haircuts on their dues, Goenka said it is the "new game in town". Insolvency resolution plans require approval of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

IITK team designed Namo's Ayodhya mask

IITK team designed Namo's Ayodhya mask

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

The prime minister was spotted in a Swasa N95 mask created by the IIT-Kanpur start-up and incubator team.

PMO website launched in 6 regional languages

PMO website launched in 6 regional languages

Rediff.com29 May 2016

The websites, launched by External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj, include Tamil, Telugu, Gujrati, Marathi, Malayalam and Bengali versions.

PMO twitter account to be handed over to new dispensation: PMO

PMO twitter account to be handed over to new dispensation: PMO

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Under sharp attack, the Prime Minister's Office on Wednesday said the twitter account @PMOIndia has been "secured" by the microblogging company and will be handed over to the new dispensation which will take over next week.

Kin seeking bodies of slain JK civilians removed from protest site, detained

Kin seeking bodies of slain JK civilians removed from protest site, detained

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

The protesting families were on a sit-in since Wednesday morning and held a candlelight vigil after the daylong protest.

Kashmiri girl held at IGIA amid bomb scare

Kashmiri girl held at IGIA amid bomb scare

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

The girl, a resident of Rajbagh in Srinagar city, was taken for questioning after the security staff at the airport informed the police.

World leaders react to Modi win

World leaders react to Modi win

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Here are some the reactions.

Asian Archery Championships: Deepika, Atanu Das bag bronze

Asian Archery Championships: Deepika, Atanu Das bag bronze

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das on Monday won a bronze medal in the mixed team recurve at the Asian Archery Championships.

'Modi has gone further than any PM to strengthen ties with the US'

'Modi has gone further than any PM to strengthen ties with the US'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

'While the US-Pakistan relationship has been stabilised, it's still mired in uncertainty.'

Yogi meets Modi, Nadda in Delhi amid UP tumult

Yogi meets Modi, Nadda in Delhi amid UP tumult

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

His visit comes close on the heels of the party holding a series of review meetings in Lucknow, which had fuelled speculation of a ministerial reshuffle in the state.

Probe on after families allege 5 men kidnapped by China from Arunachal

Probe on after families allege 5 men kidnapped by China from Arunachal

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

The alleged incident occurred on Friday in Nacho area of the district, their families said.

Modi in Nepal: Temple hopping continues on Day 2

Modi in Nepal: Temple hopping continues on Day 2

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Here are the highlights of Modi's second day in Nepal.

Police arrest 5 Hindu Sena men for vandalising Owaisi's Delhi home

Police arrest 5 Hindu Sena men for vandalising Owaisi's Delhi home

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

The Delhi police arrested five members of the Hindu Sena on Tuesday for allegedly vandalising the official residence of AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi at Ashoka Road in Delhi.

Sena MP: 'Uddhavji wants to ally with BJP'

Sena MP: 'Uddhavji wants to ally with BJP'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'Uddhavji has accepted now that the majority of his family wants to ally with the BJP, then we should think about it, but there are issues around how to go about it.'

From Rashtrapati Bhavan to Akshardham: PM takes Turnbull on Delhi Darshan

From Rashtrapati Bhavan to Akshardham: PM takes Turnbull on Delhi Darshan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

After holding delegation-level bilateral talks and signing six pacts aimed at greater cooperation, Turnbull, accompanied by Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Mandi House metro station on the Delhi metro's Blue Line to hop a ride. The prime ministers deboarded at Akshardham metro station, and paid a visit to the famed AkshardhamTemple. Here's a glimpse of his visit.

Mamata meets Modi, says Oppn unity will develop on its own

Mamata meets Modi, says Oppn unity will develop on its own

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Trinamool Congress leader and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said the unity of opposition parties will take shape on its own, sidestepping questions of her taking on the leadership role.

Wives of officers on missing Coast Guard aircraft tweet PM for help

Wives of officers on missing Coast Guard aircraft tweet PM for help

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

With intense search operations to trace the ill-fated Coast Guard flight that went missing on June 8 still on, the wife of one of the officers on board has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking his help in the matter.

'Modi is no god, but a human being who can be defeated'

'Modi is no god, but a human being who can be defeated'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

'Mamata Didi is the only politician who can take on the might of Modi.'

Ball is in PM's court to come out clean: Sheila Dikshit on Sahara-Birla payoffs

Ball is in PM's court to come out clean: Sheila Dikshit on Sahara-Birla payoffs

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

Sheila Dikshit on Tuesday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi wondering why he was shying away from an independent probe into the 'Sahara-Birla' papers.

IOA raises  71 lakh in country's battle against COVID-19 pandemic

IOA raises 71 lakh in country's battle against COVID-19 pandemic

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has helped raise 71 lakh through donations from its state affiliates and National Sports Federations (NSF) as contribution towards the country's fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The IOA will transfer the donations to Prime Minister Cares Fund, the statement added.

Congress criticises Centre over China's Kashmir remark

Congress criticises Centre over China's Kashmir remark

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Following the Chinese president's comments on Kashmir, India in a quick response asserted that it is not for other countries to comment on "internal affairs of India".

Did outgoing PM's team hijack over a million Twitter followers?

Did outgoing PM's team hijack over a million Twitter followers?

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Pawan Duggal, an expert on cyber law, speaks to Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa about the legal ramifications of renaming the PMO's verified Twitter handle.

Tableau row: Rajnath tries to pacify Mamata, TMC says 'dignity hurt'

Tableau row: Rajnath tries to pacify Mamata, TMC says 'dignity hurt'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

In his letter, Singh hinted since the Central Public Works Department's tableau already featured Bose, West Bengal's float was not included for the parade, without saying it in so many words.

AWWW! These proud dads posted #Selfiewithdaughters after Modi's request

AWWW! These proud dads posted #Selfiewithdaughters after Modi's request

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Twitter was flooded with photos of dads with their daughters after PM Modi's Mann ki Baat.

Guj cop carries 2 children on shoulders in floodwater

Guj cop carries 2 children on shoulders in floodwater

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

Pruthviraj Jadeja, the policeman, braved fierce current floodwaters and strong winds to save the children. The cop also earned the praise of Chief Minister Vijay Rupani who shared the video and lauded the officer on Twitter.

Tendulkar, Kohli wish PM Modi on 69th birthday

Tendulkar, Kohli wish PM Modi on 69th birthday

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

Various personalities from the sports fraternity, on Tuesday, wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 69th birthday.