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PM Modi, Iran President discuss West Asia; India stresses peace, stability

PM Modi, Iran President discuss West Asia; India stresses peace, stability

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India emphasised the need for continued efforts to ensure peace and stability in West Asia and for safeguarding freedom of navigation and commerce during a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday. PM Narendra Modi spoke with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian amid West Asia tensions (File photos) The two leaders spoke on the phone against the backdrop of concerns about the ceasefire in West Asia following fresh attacks by the US and Iran over the past few days. The conversation also came days after Pezeshkian invited Modi for the funeral programme of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei beginning this week. ALSO READ | Bihar guv, MoS for external affairs set to attend Khamenei’s funeral “Welcomed the progress made in the negotiations and expressed hope that continued efforts will lead to lasting peace in the region. Reiterated the importance of freedom of navigation in the Hormuz Strait for India and the world,” Modi said in a social media post. According to an Indian government readout on the phone call, …

PM Modi inducts three indigenous naval platforms into Indian Navy, stresses self-reliance

PM Modi inducts three indigenous naval platforms into Indian Navy, stresses self-reliance

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Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Sunday commissioned three frontline naval platforms — INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray — into the Indian Navy, describing the occasion as a significant milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance, maritime security, and national development. The three indigenously designed and built platforms include INS Dunagiri, an advanced stealth frigate; INS Sanshodhak, a large hydrographic survey vessel, and INS Agray, an anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft. The vessels are expected to enhance India’s operational capabilities, maritime security, and domain awareness. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rajnath Singh stresses defence self-reliance at Nagpur facility launch

Rajnath Singh stresses defence self-reliance at Nagpur facility launch

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said conventional warfare and means are still relevant today as they were in 1947, and noted that a nation that fulfils its own needs can march ahead with confidence. He was speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony for a 10,000-tonne aluminium extrusion press at the state-owned Yantra India Limited (YIL) in Ambajhari, Nagpur.  The new facility will help reduce dependence on imports of critical aluminium components. Singh said supply chains can get disrupted when war erupts.  “In such a scenario, every nation wants essential items to be manufactured domestically,” he said. A nation that fulfils its own needs can march ahead confidently, Singh said.  “Conventional warfare and means are still relevant, as they were in 1947,” Singh said, adding that they would remain crucial even in 2047. This is why military industrial bases would remain important even in future, he added.  Singh noted that India”s defence production surged to more than Rs 1,78,000 crore in 2025-26, which was just Rs 46,000 crore in 2014. Similarly, the country”s defence exports have …

West Bengal CM launches cleanliness drive at Hooghly river ghat; stresses on ‘Namami Gange’ initiative

West Bengal CM launches cleanliness drive at Hooghly river ghat; stresses on ‘Namami Gange’ initiative

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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. File | Photo Credit: PTI West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) launched a cleanliness drive at a Hooghly river ghat in Bagbazar area in north Kolkata and said efforts would be made to ensure proper implementation of the ‘Namami Gange’ programme. Mr. Adhikari began the programme by offering prayers at a temple located at the historic ‘Mayer Ghat’, associated with Ramakrishna Paramahansa’s wife Sarada Devi, and cleaned the ghat with a broom. BJP leaders Agnimitra Paul and Tapas Roy, along with senior officials of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), were present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said cleanliness, development, law and order and employment generation are priorities for his government. “Work under ‘Namami Gange’ should be carried out properly. It was not done in the past, and we will do it. The Ganga river should be kept clean,” he said. The ‘Namami Gange’ programme is an integrated conservation mission to accomplish the twin objectives of effective abatement of pollution, conservation, …

Parineeti Chopra talks about balancing motherhood and work, stresses need for postpartum support: ‘It’ll never be easy’

Parineeti Chopra talks about balancing motherhood and work, stresses need for postpartum support: ‘It’ll never be easy’

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Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra embraced motherhood when she welcomed her son, Neer, with Raghav Chadha in October 2025. The actor has now returned to work and, in a recent interview with Zoom, opened up about postpartum depression, the importance of family support, and balancing work with motherhood. Parineeti Chopra talks about balancing work and motherhood. Parineeti Chopra talks about postpartum depression Parineeti said that many people assume the difficult phase ends once a baby is born and the pregnancy is over. However, she stressed that mothers continue to require proper medical care and emotional support even after childbirth. She added that medical assistance, awareness and a strong support system for a woman after delivering a baby are extremely important. She said, “Unfortunately, the term depression is often misused by some people. They are just like, ‘Oh, she’s sad’. But she’s dealing with a painful delivery, painful recovery, a hormonal crash and an emotional crash. She’s feeding a baby and taking care of a human being. It’s not just about taking care of the baby. Sometimes …

‘Go local, not gold’: PM Modi stresses economic self-reliance

‘Go local, not gold’: PM Modi stresses economic self-reliance

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for making `Vocal for Local` a mass movement and urged people to adopt local products instead of foreign goods, and empower the entrepreneurs in cities and villages. The Prime Minister, who inaugurated Sardardham Hostel in Vadodara, lauded the entrepreneurial spirit of Gujarat. “Converting change into opportunity, adopting new possibilities, and preparing for the future in time have been part of Gujarat`s work culture, enabling the state to create new identities across every emerging sector,” he said. He said the government is making relentless efforts to ensure that impact of West Asia war crisis on citizens is kept to an absolute minimum and urged people to reduce consumption of imported products and avoid personal activities that incur expenditure in foreign exchange. PM Modi said that COVID-19 pandemic was the greatest crisis of this century, then the situation arising from the war in West Asia is one of the major crises of the decade. He said just as the country collectively tackled the pandemic, “we will undoubtedly overcome this crisis too”. …

National Technology Day: PM Modi stresses innovation, research and self-reliance

National Technology Day: PM Modi stresses innovation, research and self-reliance

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people on the National Technology Day — which commemorates the momentous events of May 11, 1998, when India conducted successful nuclear tests at Rajasthan`s Pokhran — and said technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India. Modi said the landmark moment in 1998 reflected India`s scientific excellence and unwavering commitment. “Greetings on National Technology Day. We recall with pride the hard work and dedication of our scientists, which led to the successful tests in Pokhran in 1998,” he said on social media platform X. The prime minister said technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India and it is accelerating innovation, expanding opportunities and contributing to the nation`s growth across sectors. “Our continued focus remains on empowering talent, encouraging research and creating solutions that serve both national progress and the aspirations of our people,” he said.Modi said on this day in 1998, the nuclear tests conducted at Pokhran introduced the world to India`s remarkable capability. “Our scientists are the true architects of …

PM Modi honours Ambedkar, stresses constitutional unity after Article 370

PM Modi honours Ambedkar, stresses constitutional unity after Article 370

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary. Modi also hailed the abrogation of Article 370 and the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand after inaugurating the Delhi-Dehradun corridor.  Earlier today, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the six-lane Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor in Dehradun. While addressing the inauguration ceremony, PM Modi also apologised to the gathering for being late to the occasion. The Prime Minister said, `Today is also the birth anniversary of Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar. I pay my heartfelt tributes to Babasaheb. The policies and decisions taken by our government over the past decade have worked towards restoring the dignity of the Constitution,” as per ANI.  “After the abrogation of Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, the Constitution of India is now fully applicable across the entire nation. Even Maoist-affected districts are now working constitutionally. Our Constitution expects us to implement the Uniform Civil Code. Uttarakhand has taken this forward and shown a way to the nation,” PM Modi further added.  Hailing Babasaheb Ambedkar’s legacy, PM Modi …

PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underlined the mantra “Nagrik Devo Bhav” and highlighted the importance of citizen-centric public service, while inaugurating Karmayogi Sadhana Week 2026. Addressing the inaugural session through video conferencing, PM Modi said, “It is essential to update public services as the country advances in this changing world. Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah is an important link in this attempt. The main mantra of the principle of governance we are working on is `Nagrik Devo Bhav`.” He congratulated people for their participation in the event, stating, “Many congratulations and best wishes to all of you of Karmayogi Sadhana Week. In this era of the 21st century, rapidly changing systems, a rapidly changing world, and our India advancing at the same pace between them. For this, it is necessary to continuously update public service in accordance with the times.” The Prime Minister noted that Karmayogi Sadhana Week serves as a critical initiative for enhancing the capability of every government employee. “Karmayogi Sadhana Week is an important link in that very endeavour. You are all familiar …

PM Modi speaks to Iran President; stresses on freedom of navigation, ensuring shipping lanes open

PM Modi speaks to Iran President; stresses on freedom of navigation, ensuring shipping lanes open

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This was the second telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Modi and the Iranian President since the present conflict started on February 28. File | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (March 21, 2026) conveyed Id and Nowruz greetings to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia. In his telephonic conversation with the Iranian leader, Prime Minister Modi condemned the attacks on critical infrastructure in the region, which threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains, and reiterated the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring that shipping lanes remain open and secure. “Spoke with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings. We expressed hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia,” the prime minister said in a post on X. “Condemned attacks on critical infrastructure in the region, which threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains,” he said. Spoke with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings. We …