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Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi

DOB: 17/09/1950

Narendra Modi has been the Prime Minister of India since 2014. He is a Lok Sabha member from the Varanasi constituency of Uttar Pradesh. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 282 and 303 seats in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha Elections under the leadership of Narendra Modi. In the 2019 Lok Sabha Elections, PM Modi won the Varanasi seat with a margin of 4,79,505 votes. He was polled 6,74,664 votes and defeated Samajwadi Party (SP) candidate Shalini Yadav who got 1,95,159 votes. In the 2014 Lok Sabha Elections, Modi contested on BJP ticket from the constituency for the first time and won the seat. He was polled 5,81,022 votes and defeated Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Arvind Kejriwal who got 2,09,238 votes. Modi defeated Kejriwal by a margin of 3,71,784 votes. Modi also won the Vadodara seat in 2014 but decided to retain Varanasi. He was the Gujarat Chief Minister from 2001 to 2014. Modi represented Rajkot II constituency in the Gujarat Assembly in 2002 and Maninagar thrice in a row in 2002, 2007 and 2012. He is again contesting from the Varanasi constituency in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.

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Rahul Gandhi, Yogi Adityanath

Rahul Gandhi hurt 'soul of Mother India': Yogi Adityanath slams LoP over his Hinduism remark

Jul 02, 2024, 07:34 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi's maiden speech as a Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha triggered a row when he said those who call themselves Hindus are engaged in 'violence and hate' round the clock. Yogi Adityanath has demanded an apology from the Congress leader.

Parliament Session 2024, Lok Sabha

Parliament Session LIVE updates: Bansuri Swaraj moves notice in Lok Sabha over Rahul Gandhi's speech

India | Jul 02, 2024, 01:45 PM IST

Parliament Session 2024: Rahul Gandhi's maiden speech as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha triggered an uproar with his remark targeting the BJP, saying those who call themselves Hindus 'only talk about violence, hatred and lies'.

Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh

Rahul Gandhi takes on BJP over 'Hinduism', Agniveer, NEET, farmers; PM Modi, Shah respond | VIDEOS

India | Jul 01, 2024, 11:30 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi addressed the Lok Sabha on Monday and took on the Centre over various issues. His remark on 'Hindu' drew sharp reactions from the treasury benches, including from Prime Minister Narendra Modi who stood on the floor of the House and called the remark a serious issue.

PM Narendra Modi, Venkaiah Naidu

PM Modi pens note on Venkaiah Naidu's 75th birthday: Former VP's life committed to service of Bharat

India | Jul 01, 2024, 10:27 AM IST

On the eve of the former Vice President's 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released three books on the life and journey of Venkaiah Naidu via video.

PM Modi, National Doctor's Day, Chartered Accountants Day

National Doctors Day: PM greets healthcare heroes, says govt ensuring doctors get widespread respect

India | Jul 01, 2024, 09:43 AM IST

National Doctor's Day 2024 is a special occasion dedicated to honouring and expressing appreciation for the dedication of doctors and healthcare professionals. The day typically involves various celebrations and gestures aimed at recognising their tireless efforts and contributions to society.

Mann Ki Baat

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi thanks countrymen for reiterating faith in Constitution

India | Jun 30, 2024, 01:47 PM IST

In his first Mann Ki Baat after the 2024 general elections, PM Modi praised the public's faith in democracy, commended the Election Commission, and highlighted key initiatives and upcoming events.

PM Modi, Venkaiah Naidu

PM Modi releases three books on Venkaiah Naidu says former VP's biography would inspire people

India | Jun 30, 2024, 01:13 PM IST

The books released include the biography of the former Vice President titled Venkaiah Naidu – Life in Service, Celebrating Bharat – The Mission and Message of Shri M Venkaiah Naidu as 13th Vice President of India and Mahaneta – Life and Journey of Shri M Venkaiah Naidu.

PM Modi

PM Modi's adorable meeting with two 'special visitors' at his office, netizens go 'aww' | WATCH

Trending | Jun 26, 2024, 11:09 PM IST

The adorable guests were the two young granddaughters of Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya.

Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin, PM Modi

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin urges PM Modi to integrate caste-based census with decadal census

Jun 26, 2024, 09:44 PM IST

The Tamil Nadu Assembly today (June 26) unanimously passed a resolution on Wednesday urging the central government to conduct a caste-based census soon.

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' with PM Modi during his visit to India for the o

Prachanda again claims Kalapani belongs to Nepal, says PM Modi assures to resolve border issue

World | Jun 26, 2024, 01:50 PM IST

Prachanda mentioned that on his recent trip to India, he urged Narendra Modi, his Indian counterpart, to promptly address all unresolved matters, including those related to the border. He confirmed that the Prime Minister responded positively and committed to advancing on these issues.

US envoy Eric Garcetti

'In Modi 3.0, it's a time to take our dreams to reality': Garcetti hails India-US ties

World | Jun 26, 2024, 12:56 PM IST

In his congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP, and the ruling NDA coalition on their successful election, Garcetti emphasised that Modi 3.0 presents an opportunity to transform bilateral relationship aspirations into tangible reality.

PM Modi Emergency

PM Modi's notable speech during Emergency: A glimpse into his poetic expression and writings

India | Jun 25, 2024, 11:47 AM IST

During the Emergency imposed on June 25, 1975, Narendra Modi, then RSS pracharak, actively participated in the Navnirman Movement, witnessing the power of student-led protests. His impassioned speeches and poetry energised the youth, portraying Emergency as an opportunity to expose govt failures.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Emergency: PM Modi targets Congress, says 'just to cling on to power, it made nation into a jail'

India | Jun 25, 2024, 10:27 AM IST

Then PM Indira Gandhi made the announcement of imposition of Emergency in a broadcast on All India Radio on late night on June 25, 1975, shortly after the Supreme Court granted a conditional stay on the Allahabad High Court verdict declaring her election to the Lok Sabha as null and void.

NEET UG, paper leak, Mamata Banerjee, PM Modi

Mamata Banerjee urges PM Modi to abolish NEET and restore system of conducting exam by states

Jun 24, 2024, 06:32 PM IST

NEET-UG paper leak row: The NEET-UG results have ignited controversy due to allegations of irregularities, including grace marks, errors, and paper leaks. This uproar has led to a re-test for 1,563 students and the CBI taking over the investigation into these irregularities.

PM Modi, 18th Lok Sabha

Why did PM Modi highlight significance of 'Number 18'? Know its importance according to numerology

Jun 24, 2024, 05:37 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the media before the commencement of the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha today and he talked about the significance of the number 18. Let's learn about the importance of the number 18 from the Astrologer Chirag Bejan Daruwalla.

LoK Sabha, Parliament Session

First session of 18th Lok Sabha to begin today, PM Modi, newly elected members to take oath

India | Jun 24, 2024, 06:24 AM IST

During the Lok Sabha session, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha will be elected and new MPs will take their oaths of office.

Bihar caste census, Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary on Bihar caste census, Bihar caste census news, Bihar

Bihar caste census: 'PM Modi to take appropriate decision', says Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary

Jun 23, 2024, 10:12 PM IST

Bihar caste census: Samrat Choudhary said that BJP had supported the caste census in Bihar and is not against it. Home Minister Amit Shah also said we are not against it. A decision will be taken at an appropriate time.

PM Modi, Yoga Day, Srinagar, Jammu Kashmir

'Yoga has created new opportunities for youth': PM Modi leads International Yoga Day celebrations

Jun 21, 2024, 01:57 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Yoga Day led the celebrations from Srinagar. Addressing an event, he said that yoga helps us realise that our welfare is related to the welfare of the world around us.

PM Modi performs yoga in Srinagar

International Yoga Day 2024: President Droupadi Murmu, PM Modi and others perform yoga

India | Jun 21, 2024, 04:33 PM IST

Since 2015, Prime Minister Modi has led the International Day of Yoga celebrations at various iconic locations, including Kartavya Path in Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ranchi, Lucknow, Mysuru and even the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

PM Modi in Srinagar, PM Modi in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan, terror attacks in Kashmir

PM warns 'enemies of Jammu and Kashmir' from Srinagar: 'Will not hesitate to teach them a lesson'

Jun 20, 2024, 11:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir. Without naming Pakistan, he gave a stern warning to the "enemies of Jammu and Kashmir", and said that the government will teach them a lesson.