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Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Modi flags off India's fastest metro system in Meerut

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train, enhancing urban and regional connectivity in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.

Modi moves to new PMO, Seva Teerth; takes 1st decision on...

Modi moves to new PMO, Seva Teerth; takes 1st decision on...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Seva Teerth complex, which will house the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the National Security Council Secretariat, and the Cabinet Secretariat, marking a shift towards modernizing India's administrative governance.

Indian Leaders Urge PM Modi to Evacuate Citizens Amid Iran Conflict

Indian Leaders Urge PM Modi to Evacuate Citizens Amid Iran Conflict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take urgent steps for the evacuation of Indian citizens stuck in countries affected by the recent joint Israel-US attack on Iran.

India poised to be global hub for digital infra, AI: Modi

India poised to be global hub for digital infra, AI: Modi

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is promoting India as a global hub for digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence, highlighting the government's incentives for data center investments and inviting the world's data to reside in India.

Modi grabbed my hand and...: Sam Altman on awkward moment

Modi grabbed my hand and...: Sam Altman on awkward moment

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

"I didn't know what was happening," Altman said when asked about the awkward moment.

Modi to move to new office, PMO gets new address: Seva Teertha

Modi to move to new office, PMO gets new address: Seva Teertha

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

For decades, several key government offices and ministries functioned from fragmented and ageing infrastructure spread across multiple locations in the Central Vista area.

PHOTOS: Modi, Merz fly kites at Sabarmati

PHOTOS: Modi, Merz fly kites at Sabarmati

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Kite Festival-2026 in Ahmedabad with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, enjoying kite flying and interacting with artisans.

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'In my experience of politics, I have seen political grips and political chokes are mostly hidden. The average person cannot see them,' Rahul Gandhi said.

'Speaker Om Birla had genuine concerns regarding Modi's safety'

'Speaker Om Birla had genuine concerns regarding Modi's safety'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Lok Sabha Secretariat defends Speaker Om Birla's concerns regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's safety amidst opposition protests and disruptions in the House.

Big thanks to President Trump from 1.4 billion Indians: Modi

Big thanks to President Trump from 1.4 billion Indians: Modi

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Modi also said that President Trump's leadership is vital for global peace, stability, and prosperity.

Sant Ravidas, An Airport Renaming, And Modi's Message

Sant Ravidas, An Airport Renaming, And Modi's Message

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Naming an airport after Guru Ravidas is not just about a name, it shows that Dalit communities want respect, equal treatment, and freedom from unfair caste rules in religion and society.

Modi's Message to Students: Prioritise Skills, Limit Internet Use

Modi's Message to Students: Prioritise Skills, Limit Internet Use

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

While talking to students during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Everyone has their own pattern. Some people study better in the morning, some at night. Whatever suits you, believe in that. But also take advice and, if that benefits you, then only add it to your life structure."

How Modi Steered India-US Ties Back On Track

How Modi Steered India-US Ties Back On Track

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stayed calm, avoided public confrontation, and focused on India's long-term interests to steady ties with the United States.

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

India, Israel upgrade ties to 'strategic partnership'; Modi backs Gaza peace

Rediff.com5 days ago

India and Israel have elevated their relationship to a special strategic partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation in trade, technology, and defense, while also addressing regional peace initiatives.

VIDEO: OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs' awkward moment at AI summit

VIDEO: OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs' awkward moment at AI summit

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

An awkward moment between OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei at the India AI Impact Summit went viral after the two rival CEOs raised their fists instead of holding hands with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a group photograph.

Ajit Pawar's funeral on Thursday; Modi, Shah likely to attend

Ajit Pawar's funeral on Thursday; Modi, Shah likely to attend

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, will be held with full state honors in Baramati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are expected to attend the funeral.

Democratise AI to make it a tool for inclusion: Modi

Democratise AI to make it a tool for inclusion: Modi

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of democratizing artificial intelligence to ensure its benefits reach the Global South, speaking at the India AI Impact Summit.

What did Modi discuss with Neeraj Chopra?

What did Modi discuss with Neeraj Chopra?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra and his wife Himani Mor at his official residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Cong handed over Assam's land to infiltrators for votes: Modi

Cong handed over Assam's land to infiltrators for votes: Modi

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Congress of handing over Assam's land to infiltrators for votes during its rule in the northeastern state.

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi praise team on Under-19 WC win

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi praise team on Under-19 WC win

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi congratulated India's U-19 team after their record sixth World Cup win, powered by Vaibhav Suryavanshi's stunning 175 against England in the final.

Wealth is...: Modi shares Sanskrit couplet after US trade deal

Wealth is...: Modi shares Sanskrit couplet after US trade deal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Modi's remarks came hours after the US and India agreed on a trade deal under which Washington will bring down reciprocal tariff on Indian goods to 18 per cent from current 25 per cent.

Thank you Maharashtra, says Modi after civic poll win

Thank you Maharashtra, says Modi after civic poll win

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to the people of Maharashtra for supporting the NDA's agenda in the recent municipal corporation elections, which saw the BJP-led alliance secure significant wins.

The Radhika Gupta Rediff Podcast The CEO Who Cried in a Boardroom. Then Built an Empire.

The Radhika Gupta Rediff Podcast The CEO Who Cried in a Boardroom. Then Built an Empire.

Rediff.com1 days ago

Meet Radhika Gupta, CEO and MD of Edelweiss Mutual Fund. One of the 20 global influencers on LinkedIn -- a list she shares with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. And perhaps one of the most candid and transparent voices in Indian finance today.

Kerala CM's Interaction with Landslide Survivor Sparks Political Debate

Kerala CM's Interaction with Landslide Survivor Sparks Political Debate

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's interaction with a young landslide survivor during a township inauguration has ignited a political debate, with CPI (M) leaders contrasting it with PM Modi's earlier interaction with the same child.

India ready to back new BNP govt: Om Birla in Dhaka

India ready to back new BNP govt: Om Birla in Dhaka

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka, conveying India's support for Bangladesh's democratic and progressive development and extending an invitation from PM Modi to visit India.

Trump announces trade deal after call with Modi, cuts tariffs

Trump announces trade deal after call with Modi, cuts tariffs

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

India and the US have agreed to a trade deal that will see Washington reduce reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%, according to US President Donald Trump. The deal also includes commitments from India to reduce tariffs and non-tariff barriers against the US and to increase purchases of American products.

Stopped from speaking as Gen Naravane book indicts Modi: Rahul

Stopped from speaking as Gen Naravane book indicts Modi: Rahul

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges he was prevented from quoting from former army chief MM Naravane's book in Parliament, claiming it criticizes PM Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's handling of the 2020 conflict with China.

'FIR or privilege motion, I will fight for farmers': Rahul Gandhi

'FIR or privilege motion, I will fight for farmers': Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being 'anti-farmer' and 'selling' the country through the India-US interim trade deal, vowing to stand strongly with farmers.

India Urges Diplomacy as West Asia Situation Worsens

India Urges Diplomacy as West Asia Situation Worsens

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the escalating situation in West Asia, emphasising the need for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve disputes. India is closely monitoring developments to ensure the safety of its citizens in the region.

India now trusted partner for growth, Modi tells diaspora in Malaysia

India now trusted partner for growth, Modi tells diaspora in Malaysia

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Modi, who arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday on a two-day visit, referred to the trade deals India agreed with various countries and said India is seen as a "trusted partner for growth".

India and France Elevate Ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership'

India and France Elevate Ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

India and France have elevated their relationship to a 'special global strategic partnership,' with increased cooperation in defense, trade, and technology. The leaders also inaugurated a helicopter assembly line in Karnataka.

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji's statue to replace Lutyens' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the replacement of Edwin Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan with one of C Rajagopalachari, emphasizing a move away from colonial symbols and towards honoring Indian leaders.

India, Israel vow joint fight against terror, back global peace

India, Israel vow joint fight against terror, back global peace

Rediff.com5 days ago

India and Israel have strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms, including cross-border terrorism, and reaffirmed their commitment to combating the threat.

Nitin Nabin Makes His NDA Debut

Nitin Nabin Makes His NDA Debut

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Bharatiya Janata Party national President Nitin Nabin-- whom Prime Minister Narendra Modi called his 'boss' -- made his debut at the National Democratic Alliance Parliamentary Party meeting at the GMC Balayogi auditorium in the Parliament library building, New Delhi, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Kerala CM Concerned About Indians' Safety in Gulf After Iran Attack

Kerala CM Concerned About Indians' Safety in Gulf After Iran Attack

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has expressed concern over the situation in the Gulf region following the US-Israel attack on Iran and has urged the central government to take necessary steps to ensure the safety of Indian nationals residing there.

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

To witness over 100,000 people sitting in stunned silence is not a sight one can forget easily.

Venezuela's acting president dials Modi weeks after US action

Venezuela's acting president dials Modi weeks after US action

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations. This marks the first conversation between the leaders since Nicolas Maduro's capture.

Modi sold off farmers' blood and sweat: Rahul on US deal

Modi sold off farmers' blood and sweat: Rahul on US deal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi buckled under United States pressure to finalise a trade deal and 'sold off' the hard work of Indian farmers through the agreement.

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.