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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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BRICS Summit: A testament to PM Modi’s diplomatic prowess | IN PICS

World | Oct 24, 2024, 12:26 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi used a BRICS summit in Russia on Wednesday to showcase ambitions for a more harmonious relationship between the world's two most populous countries after years of animosity.

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Union Budget 2024 explained in simple infographics

India | Jul 23, 2024, 12:55 PM IST

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced nine priorities in the Union Budget 2024-25 for generating ample opportunities in the economy. The nine priorities include productivity, jobs, social justice, urban development, energy security, infrastructure, innovation and reforms.

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G7 leaders back on the floor with host Giorgia Meloni I SEE PICS

World | Jun 13, 2024, 06:37 PM IST

Leaders of the Group of Seven major democracies started their annual summit on Thursday, many of them under a cloud at home but determined to make a difference on the world stage as they seek to help Ukraine and counter China's economic ambitions.

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Top leaders from India's neighbourhood grace swearing-in ceremony of PM Narendra Modi I IN PICS

World | Jun 10, 2024, 01:40 PM IST

Top leaders from India's neighbourhood and the Indian Ocean region including Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Sunday graced the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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A sneak peak into PM Modi's biggest election interview with Rajat Sharma | Photos

India | May 24, 2024, 02:46 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a frank and varied conversation with India TV's Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma in his biggest interview this election season in special show 'Salaam India'. PM Modi responded to Rajat Sharma's questions before a huge crowd at Bharat Mandapam.

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PM Modi's mega roadshow in Mumbai with Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, draws huge crowds

India | May 15, 2024, 11:47 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a mega roadshow in Mumbai on Wednesday evening to canvass support for the candidates of the BJP and its allies as thousands of people lined up to greet him. The roadshow came ahead of the May 20 polling for the six Lok Sabha constituencies in Mumbai.

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PM Modi addresses first election rally in Gujarat after poll dates announcement | See pics

India | May 02, 2024, 12:05 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed his first election rallies in Gujarat after the announcement of the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024. The Prime Minister addressed people in two regions including Banaskantha and Sabarkantha. He attacked Congress party over fake video row.

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PM Modi steals the show at Bhutan King's special family dinner at Lingkana Palace I PICS

World | Mar 26, 2024, 01:11 PM IST

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent State visit to Bhutan, the Himalayan country's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck hosted a special family dinner for him. The rare and special gesture reflected the friendship and camaraderie shared between the leaders of the two nations.

The new terminal building at Chennai Airport spanning an

PM Modi to inaugurate new terminal building at Chennai Airport on April 8 | SEE PICS

India | Apr 06, 2023, 09:05 PM IST

Chennai Airport: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the new Integrated Terminal Building at Chennai Airport will be an important addition to the city's infrastructure.

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PM Modi holds massive roadshow in Shimla to mark 8 years of govt | IN PICS

India | Jun 01, 2022, 12:09 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Shimla to take part in a roadshow and address a rally at the Ridge Maidan to mark the eighth anniversary of his government. He was accompanied by Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur. State BJP general secretary Trilok Jamwal had earlier said the prime minister's roadshow will cover the half-a-kilometre distance from CTO to Rani Jhansi Park.

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India TV Samvaad celebrates Modi govt 8 years | IN PICS

India | May 30, 2022, 10:51 PM IST

Modi govt has completed 8 years in office. To mark the 8th anniversary, India TV is organising a mega conclave 'India TV Samvaad' in New Delhi today, where top central ministers, BJP leaders and those from opposition quarters will speak about the performance of Modi govt.

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IN PICS | PM Modi receives Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar award

India | Apr 24, 2022, 09:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday was honoured with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar award and remembered the iconic singer as an artist who was an integral part of nation-building. Modi, who regarded her as his elder sister, is the first recipient of the award. Lata Mangeshkar died at 92 in February following multiple organ failures.

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In 5 photos, see how PM Modi was stuck after major security lapse in Punjab

India | Jan 05, 2022, 04:25 PM IST

A major security lapse forced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cavalcade to return to Bathinda in Punjab on Wednesday. The Prime Minister was on way to Ferozpur via road when protesters blocked the highway due to which PM Modi was stuck on a flyover for over 20 minutes. The Prime Minister had to address a poll rally and lay the foundation stone of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway among other developmental projects ahead of assembly elections in the state. However, after the security breach, he had to cancel the event.

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Amid rains, Indians give PM Modi warm welcome as he lands in Washington | SEE PICS

World | Sep 23, 2021, 09:45 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Washington for a 3-day visit, on Wednesday received a warm welcome from the members of the Indian community at Joint Base Andrews in Washington DC.

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India | Jan 26, 2019, 10:03 PM IST

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Fashion & Lifestyle | Jan 10, 2019, 01:24 PM IST

Bollywood celebrities Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh and many others were spotted at the private airport today as they fly to New Delhi to meet PM Narendra Modi. Check out their pictures.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi performs Ganga 'Aarti', in

In Pics | Kumbh Mela: Where sea of humans descends for a holy dip

India | Jan 14, 2019, 04:34 PM IST

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Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna, is celebrated

In Pics: India celebrates Janmashtami, birthday of Lord Krishna

India | Sep 03, 2018, 11:56 AM IST

India celebrates Janmashtami festival, birthday of Lord Krishna, with zeal and happiness. School children from around the world dress up as Lord Krishna and Radha to participate in fancy dress competitions.

Union Budget 2018

In Pics: FM presents Union Budget 2018

India | Feb 01, 2018, 02:28 PM IST

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the Union Budget 2018 at the Parliament today.

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