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India and Bhutan have restated their time-tested friendship and strategic cooperation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day state visit to the Himalayan kingdom from November 11 to 12.  The visit coincided with the 70th birth anniversary of Bhutan’s Fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck and featured high-level engagements, religious observances, and key bilateral milestones. Image Via: MEA India As guest of honour at the national celebration in Thimphu, Prime Minister Modi joined Bhutan’s royal family and citizens in commemorating the legacy of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo.  Speaking at the Changlimithang Stadium, Modi praised the monarch’s role in guiding Bhutan’s transformation into a democratic constitutional monarchy and his introduction of the globally noted concept of Gross National Happiness.  He thanked both the Fourth King and current King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck for their stewardship of India-Bhutan ties and conveyed warm wishes from the Indian people. PM ...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi closed the Bihar campaign on Saturday with a high-decibel pitch for the NDA, declaring at a packed rally in Chanpatia, West Champaran, that he would return to the state “after the spectacular victory on November 14” for the government’s swearing-in.  Modi Closes Bihar Campaign With NDA Pitch, Vows Return After Victory; Image Via: PM NaMo Addressing two rallies within hours -- the second in Sitamarhi -- PM Modi sought to frame the election as a binary between what he called a development-driven NDA and the “jungle raj” of past RJD regimes. Speaking to a sea of supporters under cellphone lights, Modi invoked the symbolic glow as Bihar’s aspiration for progress, vowing that the state would not allow a return to the lawlessness associated with the Lalu-Rabri era.  He reeled off welfare measures under the NDA government, including the Rs 10,000 direct transfer to 1.4 crore Jeevika didis , 50% reservation for women in panchayati raj, and 35% quot...

At a time when India barrels toward a high-stakes election in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s orchestrated roadshow through Patna on Sunday was a spectacle of control, an exhibition of the mass popularity he commands in the heart of the Hindi heartland.  Image Source: PM NaMo Stretching across key points in the state capital, the three-kilometre carnival unfurled a choreographed surge of saffron and was complete with chants, choreographed beats, and Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh marking territory for the Prime Minister in his own bastion. Modi, the master campaigner, rode high on a custom-decked vehicle, waving through a hail of flower petals and security cordons. But beyond the optics, the message was bluntly that the BJP-led NDA is tightening its grip on narrative, which is increasingly centred on Modi alone. पटना में आज विशाल रोड शो में शामिल होने का सुअवसर मिला। मैंने उत्साह से भरी यहां की जनता-जनार्दन से बिहार के विधानसभा चुनावों में एनडीए को भरपूर आशीर्वाद द...

India and the United States have signed a 10-year framework agreement to expand and deepen their defence cooperation, signalling a new phase in their strategic partnership. The deal was formalised during a bilateral meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur. The agreement lays out a unified vision for advancing military collaboration across all domains, including interoperability, joint technology development, intelligence sharing, and coordination with regional allies.  Both leaders held cordial & constructive discussions on strengthening the India-US defence partnership. Via:Pete Hegseth It is expected to provide long-term policy direction across the entire spectrum of defence ties between the world’s largest democracy and its most powerful military. “It is a signal of our growing strategic convergence and will herald a new dec...

When global lenders gave Gautam Adani the cold shoulder this spring, the Indian state reached into its public wallet and found nearly $3.9 billion lying around. According to a Washington Post investigation, Indian officials crafted a plan to funnel those funds to Adani’s debt-heavy empire using Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), a state insurer meant to protect millions of poor and rural citizens. Indian Roaster on X Adani Ports urgently needed $585 million in May to refinance old debt. A single investor picked up the tab: LIC. According to documents and officials cited by The Washington Post , this was allegedly a government strategy, coordinated by the Finance Ministry, Department of Financial Services, and NITI Aayog. This all came as U.S. authorities charged Adani and associates with bribery and fraud in a five-count indictment, alleging a multibillion-dollar scheme to dupe investors and win solar contracts through $250 million in kickbacks. In the same breath, India’s in...

In a symbolic assertion of India’s maritime rise and military self-reliance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali this year aboard the Indian Navy’s flagship aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant , off the western seaboard near Goa and Karwar.  Addressing sailors on the indigenous vessel, Modi described the experience as a deeply personal one, framing the Navy not only as a strategic arm of national defence but also as an embodiment of modern Indian resolve. Prime Minister Narendra Modi aboard INS Vikrant with Indian Navy personnel during Diwali.  Image: PM NaMo “This is my family,” Modi said, referring to the personnel onboard, “and I have come home for Diwali.” His remarks blended patriotic fervour with policy clarity, anchoring India’s naval capability to its larger strategic shift -- from regional balancing to active global maritime engagement. Witnessed an awe-inspiring Air Power Demo on INS Vikrant, showcasing precision and prowess. The take-off and landing of MiG-29 f...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched and inaugurated development projects worth over ₹5,100 crore in Arunachal Pradesh’s capital, Itanagar, calling the state a symbol of India’s rising frontier and a centre of patriotism long neglected by previous governments. Addressing a massive gathering, Modi invoked the Himalayas and local deity Donyi Polo, hailing Arunachal as a land of “valour and simplicity” that reflects the spirit of the nation. Image Source: PM NaMo He framed the visit as significant on three counts -- the inauguration of new development works, the rollout of GST rate reforms, and the occasion of Navratri. Among the key announcements were two major hydropower projects -- the Heo Hydro Electric Project (240 MW) and Tato-I Hydro Electric Project (186 MW) -- with a combined outlay of over ₹3,700 crore.  The PM also laid the foundation stone of a new Convention Centre in Tawang, situated at over 9,800 feet, and flagged off multiple connectivity and s...

On his 75th birthday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was embraced -- with affection, respect, and admiration -- by world leaders across continents, ideologies, and timelines. What unfolded across social media and diplomatic corridors on September 17, 2025, was a collective recognition of a leader whose rise mirrors the coming of age of a global India. The man of the moment: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi “I am overwhelmed. Emotional,” Modi wrote in Hindi on X, as messages from presidents, prime ministers, royalty, and global thought leaders poured in. “You are all my family,” he said, calling the blessings “a source of strength—not just for me, but for a new, strong, and prosperous India.” Buon 75° compleanno al Primo Ministro indiano @narendramodi . La sua forza, la sua determinazione e la sua capacità di guidare milioni di persone sono fonte di ispirazione. Con amicizia e stima gli auguro salute ed energia per continuare a guidare l’India verso un futuro luminoso… pic.twitt...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday message exchange with Donald Trump is drawing unexpected attention--not for diplomacy, but for diction.  File Photo: Modi-Trump bonhomie In his response to Trump’s call, Modi expressed support for “your initiatives towards a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.”  Within minutes, X users flagged the phrase “Ukraine conflict” as misleading, prompting the addition of Community Notes demanding clearer context. While Trump referred to it as the “War between Russia and Ukraine,” Modi’s more neutral phrasing triggered pushback. One Community Note emphasized, “It’s not a ‘Ukraine conflict.’ It is a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Russia is the aggressive side in this conflict,” linking to the Wikipedia entry on what is dubbed as the 2022 invasion.  Another user added geopolitical context, citing Ukraine’s NATO ambitions and proximity to Russia’s border. A third note criticized others for politicizing Community Notes for opinion...

U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged warm words during a birthday call that appears to mark a shift in tone following weeks of trade tension.  File Photo: Modi-Trump bonhomie Trump, in a public message, said he had a “wonderful phone call” with Modi, wished him a happy 75th birthday, and thanked him for supporting efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi responded on X, expressing gratitude and reaffirming commitment to strengthening the India-U.S. strategic partnership. This was the second direct call between the two leaders in less than a week. The timing is significant, coming shortly after the Trump administration imposed 25% tariffs on Indian goods and an additional 25% on India’s Russian oil imports, escalating trade duties to 50%.  The U.S. has cited India’s continued energy trade with Russia as justification, a move that drew sharp reactions from New Delhi. Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call and wa...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the creation of a National Makhana Board, fulfilling a long-standing promise to a state that produces 90% of India’s fox nuts, and flagged off new trains and an airport terminal designed to pull the Seemanchal region onto the national grid.  Indian PM Modi with key alliance leaders in Bihar He underscored that more than 40,000 families received homes under the PM Awas Yojana, adding to the 4 crore already built since 2014, and vowed to build 3 crore more. Congratulations to the people of Purnea and surrounding areas on the new airport terminal building, which will boost commerce, connectivity and tourism. pic.twitter.com/S2omZqmmaj — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 15, 2025 At the launch event in Purnea, Modi framed the projects--spanning railways, aviation, power, irrigation and housing--as part of his “guarantee” of development for Bihar’s poorest.  The ₹40,000 crore package includes a 2,400 MW thermal power plant...

Within the span of a few hours, two of the world’s most prominent political leaders--India’s Narendra Modi and Russia’s Vladimir Putin--delivered sweeping addresses that had little to do with infrastructure or military posturing.  Instead, they spoke about manuscripts, music, ancient texts, and cultural heritage. But these were not mere nostalgic speeches. They were clear signals that both nations are moving decisively to convert their cultural capital into instruments of strategic autonomy, digital sovereignty, and geopolitical resistance. Indian PM Modi with Russian Prez Putin. File Photo via PM NaMo In New Delhi, Modi launched the Gyan Bharatam Mission--a national initiative to digitise and publicly catalogue India’s one crore manuscripts across 80 languages. Ostensibly a civilisational revival effort, the Prime Minister was explicit about its strategic intent: to prevent the global intellectual property theft of India’s traditional knowledge systems.  He described centurie...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is launching a civilisational push to protect its traditional knowledge from international piracy, as he inaugurated the Gyan Bharatam Portal at the International Conference on Gyan Bharatam in New Delhi today.  Indian PM Modi at Gyan Bharatam Portal launch. Calling the initiative a “strategic safeguard,” he said the digitisation of India’s one crore manuscripts will act as a barrier against foreign patents and intellectual theft. Digitised Manuscripts का अध्ययन करने के लिए हमें AI जैसी नई टेक्नोलॉजी का उपयोग भी बढ़ाना होगा। इस दिशा में अपने युवा साथियों से मेरा यह विशेष आग्रह… pic.twitter.com/St1A911siK — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 12, 2025 Modi said that for too long, elements of India’s ancient knowledge systems--from medicine to metallurgy--have been quietly patented by external actors. The Gyan Bharatam Mission aims to reverse this trend by creating a verified, publicly accessible digital archive of India’s ma...

India has revealed one of its most ambitious aid-and-strategy packages in the Indian Ocean by pledging over USD 680 million (MUR 30 billion) ( approximately ₹56,440 crore INR)  in grants and credit support for Mauritius during the state visit of Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam . Image Source: PM NaMo Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi , hosting Ramgoolam in Varanasi, announced projects that bind hard infrastructure with strategic commitments.  “This package is not assistance. It is an investment in our shared future,” Modi said in his joint press statement. Addressing the press meet with PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam of Mauritius. @Ramgoolam_Dr https://t.co/UC4Ly08nDY — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 11, 2025 Among the most striking decisions was India’s agreement to fund a new Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National Hospital, an AYUSH Centre of Excellence, and a Veterinary School and Animal Hospital, alongside the provision of helicopters.  Together, thes...