We are moving towards an India where energy is cheap, clean and easily available: PM Modi in Alipurduar, West Bengal

We are moving towards an India where energy is cheap, clean and easily available: PM Modi in Alipurduar, West Bengal

May 29th, 01:30 pm

PM Modi laid the foundation stone of the City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar, West Bengal. “As India moves towards becoming a developed nation, Bengal’s participation is both expected and essential”, emphasised the PM, highlighting the Central government's continuous efforts to accelerate infrastructure, innovation, and investment in the region. He praised West Bengal as a major center of India's culture, knowledge, and scientific advancements.

PM Modi lays the foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar, West Bengal

PM Modi lays the foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar, West Bengal

May 29th, 01:20 pm

PM Modi laid the foundation stone of the City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar, West Bengal. “As India moves towards becoming a developed nation, Bengal’s participation is both expected and essential”, emphasised the PM, highlighting the Central government's continuous efforts to accelerate infrastructure, innovation, and investment in the region. He praised West Bengal as a major center of India's culture, knowledge, and scientific advancements.

PM chairs PRAGATI meeting

PM chairs PRAGATI meeting

May 28th, 09:10 pm

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired the PRAGATI meeting, the ICT-based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving Centre and State governments, earlier today.

Cabinet approves construction of 4-Lane Badvel-Nellore Corridor in Andhra Pradesh

May 28th, 03:53 pm

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Modi has approved the construction of 4-Lane Badvel-Nellore Corridor on Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Transfer (DBFOT) Mode. This will provide connectivity to important nodes in the three Industrial Corridors of Andhra Pradesh. The project will generate many direct & indirect employment opportunities.

Cabinet approves continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for FY 2025-26 with existing 1.5% Interest Subvention (IS)

May 28th, 03:45 pm

The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi approved the continuation of Interest Subvention under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme for FY 2025-26. The scheme offers short-term KCC loans up to ₹3 lakh at 7% interest, with 1.5% subvention and 3% prompt repayment incentive, supporting over 7.75 crore farmers nationwide.

Cabinet approves two multitracking projects across Indian Railways in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh

May 28th, 03:43 pm

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Modi has approved two multitracking projects across Indian Railways in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. These initiatives will improve travel convenience, reduce logistic cost, decrease oil imports and contribute to lower CO2 emissions, supporting sustainable and efficient rail operations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh

May 28th, 12:10 pm

PM Modi will visit Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on May 29-30. In Sikkim, he’ll attend the “Sikkim@50” event and launch key development projects. In West Bengal, he’ll lay the foundation for a City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar. In Bihar, he’ll inaugurate Patna Airport’s new terminal and later address a public meet in Karakat. In Uttar Pradesh, he’ll launch projects in Kanpur.

From seafood to tourism and trade, India is building a new ecosystem along the coastal regions: PM Modi in Bhuj, Gujarat

May 26th, 05:00 pm

PM Modi launched multiple development projects in Bhuj, Gujarat. Emphasizing that Kutch has demonstrated the power of hope and relentless effort in achieving remarkable success, the PM recalled the devastating earthquake that once led many to doubt the region’s future. He cited Dhola Vira and Lothal as prime examples of India's rich heritage. He also highlighted the UNESCO recognised Smriti Van memorial.

PM Modi lays foundation stone, inaugurates development projects worth over Rs. 53,400 crore in Bhuj, Gujarat

May 26th, 04:45 pm

PM Modi launched multiple development projects in Bhuj, Gujarat. Emphasizing that Kutch has demonstrated the power of hope and relentless effort in achieving remarkable success, the PM recalled the devastating earthquake that once led many to doubt the region’s future. He cited Dhola Vira and Lothal as prime examples of India's rich heritage. He also highlighted the UNESCO recognised Smriti Van memorial.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Gujarat

May 25th, 09:14 am

PM Modi to visit Gujarat on 26th and 27th May. He will dedicate to the nation a Locomotive manufacturing plant and also launch various projects. The PM will participate in the celebrations of 20 years of Gujarat Urban Growth Story and launch Urban Development Year 2025. He will dedicate more than 22,000 dwelling units to the beneficiaries and also release funds to urban local bodies in Gujarat.

Cabinet approves National Scheme for ITI Upgradation and Setting up of 5 National COE for Skilling

May 07th, 02:07 pm

In a major step towards transforming vocational education in India, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi has approved the National Scheme for Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Upgradation and the Setting up of five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling. It will be implemented as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme made under Budget 2024-25 and Budget 2025-26 with outlay of Rs.60,000 crore.

Cabinet approves expansion of 5 IITs in Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka and Kerala

May 07th, 12:10 pm

The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi has approved expansion of academic and infrastructure capacity of 5 new IlTs which had been established in the States/UT of Andhra Pradesh (IIT Tirupati), Kerala (IIT Palakkad), Chhattisgarh (IIT Bhilai), Jammu & Kashmir (IIT Jammu) and Karnataka (HT Dharwad). The total cost is Rs.11,828.79 crore over a period of four years from 2025-26 to 2028-29.

Cabinet approves Revised SHAKTI Policy for Coal Allocation to Power Sector

May 07th, 12:07 pm

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Modi has approved revised SHAKTI policy to grant fresh coal linkages to Thermal Power Plants of Central Sector/State Sector/ Independent Power Producers. With the introduction of SHAKTI Policy, 2017, there was a paradigm shift of coal allocation mechanism from a nomination-based regime to a more transparent way of allocation of coal linkages through an auction / tariff-based bidding.

India is now among the countries where infrastructure is rapidly modernising: PM Modi in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh

May 02nd, 03:45 pm

PM Modi launched multiple development projects in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. He remarked that the Central Government is fully supporting the State Government to rapidly develop Amaravati. Underlining the state's pivotal role in establishing India as a space power, the PM emphasized that the Navdurga Testing Range in Nagayalanka will serve as a force multiplier for India's defense capabilities.

PM Modi lays foundation stone, inaugurates development works worth over Rs 58,000 crore in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh

May 02nd, 03:30 pm

PM Modi launched multiple development projects in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. He remarked that the Central Government is fully supporting the State Government to rapidly develop Amaravati. Underlining the state's pivotal role in establishing India as a space power, the PM emphasized that the Navdurga Testing Range in Nagayalanka will serve as a force multiplier for India's defense capabilities.

India's coastal states and our port cities will become key centres of growth for a Viksit Bharat: PM Modi in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

May 02nd, 02:06 pm

Prime Minister Modi dedicated Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport to the nation in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The PM emphasised that “the port economy reaches its full potential when infrastructure and ease of doing business are promoted together” and stated that over the past 10 years, this has been the blueprint of the Government of India’s port and waterways policy.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicates Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala worth ₹8,800 crore to the nation

May 02nd, 01:16 pm

Prime Minister Modi dedicated Vizhinjam International Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport to the nation in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The PM emphasised that “the port economy reaches its full potential when infrastructure and ease of doing business are promoted together” and stated that over the past 10 years, this has been the blueprint of the Government of India’s port and waterways policy.

PM chairs 46th PRAGATI Interaction

April 30th, 08:41 pm

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi earlier today chaired a meeting of the 46th edition of PRAGATI, an ICT-based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving Centre and State governments.

Cabinet approves development of Greenfield High-Speed Corridor from Mawlyngkhung in Meghalaya to Panchgram in Assam

April 30th, 04:05 pm

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Modi has approved the proposal for the 4-lane Greenfield Access Controlled Corridor from Mawlyngkhung in Meghalaya to Panchgram in Assam on Hybrid Annuity Mode at a cost of Rs.22,864 Crore. This corridor will improve the connectivity to North Eastern states and also contribute to the enhancement of logistics efficiency of the nation.

PM to visit Maharashtra, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh on 1st and 2nd May

April 30th, 03:42 pm

PM Modi will visit Maharashtra, Kerala & Andhra Pradesh on May 1-2. He will inaugurate WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, dedicate Vizhinjam Port in Kerala, and launch Rs 58,000 crore projects in Amaravati. From entertainment to infrastructure, PM Modi’s visit reflects India’s rise as a global hub of innovation, logistics, and development.