Narendra Modi
In a recent visit to Varanasi, PM Modi has given an auspicious gift to all the Hindus of the country. The revered first phase of Kashi Vishwanath Temple at Varanasi has been opened for devotees. It is a temple spread in 5,00,000 square feet, encompassing a capacity of 70,000 devotees daily. Moreover, the temple is near the river Ganga's banks, which is easily accessible from the ghats.
Before the inauguration, a special prayer was held, where PM Modi, UP's CM Yogi Adityanath, and other people attended it.
What Are the Facilities at New Temple?
Before this temple, only a fraction of devotees could visit and worship Kashi Vishwanath daily due to the space constraint. But now, the building complex is expanded to 5,00,000 square feet, and it can accommodate many devotees at a single time.
The complex is filled with facilities like suvidha kendras, bhogshala, galleries, museums, food courts, tourist facilitation centers, and more.
What are The Costs Behind Building Such a Huge Temple?
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is unarguably a vast temple premise, and it is many folds bigger than the previous temple at this place. The government figures show that this modern temple was built at the cost of 339 crores. This also includes the cost of land acquisition in the surrounding areas.
Around 300 houses and commercial spaces were purchased to clear up the land for this massive construction process. Moreover, all the residents have been paid, and they've moved to another place.
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Narendra Modi
Our Prime Minister Narendra Modi likes to take exceptional care of his parliamentary constituency, and this has been well-known throughout the years. PM Modi has revamped Varanasi entirely since he was first elected in 2014. As a leader from the BJP, he has been a forerunner in restoring our ancient sites to their spark.In a recent visit to Varanasi, PM Modi has given an auspicious gift to all the Hindus of the country. The revered first phase of Kashi Vishwanath Temple at Varanasi has been opened for devotees. It is a temple spread in 5,00,000 square feet, encompassing a capacity of 70,000 devotees daily. Moreover, the temple is near the river Ganga's banks, which is easily accessible from the ghats.Before the inauguration, a special prayer was held, where PM Modi, UP's CM Yogi Adityanath, and other people attended it.What Are the Facilities at New Temple?Before this temple, only a fraction of devotees could visit and worship Kashi Vishwanath daily due to the space constraint. But now, the building complex is expanded to 5,00,000 square feet, and it can accommodate many devotees at a single time.The complex is filled with facilities like suvidha kendras, bhogshala, galleries, museums, food courts, tourist facilitation centers, and more.What are The Costs Behind Building Such a Huge Temple?The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is unarguably a vast temple premise, and it is many folds bigger than the previous temple at this place. The government figures show that this modern temple was built at the cost of 339 crores. This also includes the cost of land acquisition in the surrounding areas.Around 300 houses and commercial spaces were purchased to clear up the land for this massive construction process. Moreover, all the residents have been paid, and they've moved to another place.
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PM Narendra Modi will issue sanction letters to a million beneficiaries of the rural housing scheme on September 17 and transfer ₹3,180 crore for house construction. He will also unveil the 'Awas + 2024' app. Prior to this, he will distribute sanction letters in Jharkhand and visit Gujarat to review housing progress.
PM urges public representatives to work on improving 'ease of living' in mission mode
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted a decade of infrastructure advancements during his Independence Day address, focusing on railways, roads, hospitals, and education. He called for collaborative efforts to enhance the 'ease of living' for citizens, targeting improvements in both urban and rural areas and emphasizing reforms for the middle class and poor.
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Vadhvan Port, inaugurates 218 fisheries projects in Maharashtra’s Palghar
Vadhvan Port Inauguration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra's Palghar, a project valued at Rs 76,000 crores. Expected to be operational by 2030, the port aims to enhance India's maritime capabilities and global trade, generating around 12 lakh jobs and revitalizing the local economy.
Sri Vijaya Puram reflects commitment to break free from colonial mindset, says PM on Port Blair renaming
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the renaming of Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram, highlighting it as a step towards breaking free from colonial influences and celebrating Indian heritage. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the change, emphasizing the historical significance of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India's freedom struggle.
RG Kar impasse: Agitating doctors write to President Murmu, PM Modi seeking their intervention
Junior doctors in West Bengal have sought intervention from President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the RG Kar hospital crisis. They have been on strike since a post-graduate trainee was raped and murdered at the state-run hospital. The doctors seek justice for their colleague and a safer working environment.
Paralympian Navdeep’s golden moment with PM Modi is taking internet by storm, watch video here
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's humble gesture during an interaction with Paralympian Navdeep Singh has captured hearts. Singh, a gold medal-winning javelin thrower, gifted Modi a blue cap, and the Prime Minister sat on the floor to accept it. This touching moment highlighted Modi's respect for athletes who have overcome significant challenges.
Paralympic 2024: Ace javelin thrower Sumit Antil dedicates his gold medal to PM Modi
Sumit Antil, a gold medalist at the Paris Paralympics, dedicated his win to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Antil defended his title with a record-breaking throw in the F64 javelin event. India concluded its campaign with a historic 29 medals, including seven golds. PM Modi interacted with the athletes, celebrating their achievements.
Can India broker peace between Russia-Ukraine? How New Delhi is positioning itself as Ajit Doval meets Vladimir Putin
National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval met Russian President Vladimir Putin during the BRICS National Security Advisers' meeting in St. Petersburg. This meeting follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s peace initiative to mediate the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Doval’s discussions with Putin focused on security challenges and peace efforts, while India’s neutral stance remains significant in global diplomacy. With growing international expectations, India aims to play a key role in resolving the conflict, offering a path toward dialogue and diplomacy.
New Delhi is one of Moscow’s main like-minded partners on global stage: Russian NSA
India and Russia maintain effective and trust-based relations, highlighted by regular contact between their leaders. Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu emphasized the importance of this partnership during a meeting with Indian counterpart Ajit Doval in St. Petersburg. The meeting reviewed bilateral cooperation and discussed mutual interests. Shoigu appreciated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose Russia for his first foreign visit in his third term, reflecting strong ties between the nations.
Lavasa city: India’s elite homeowners are now slumdog millionaires
Lavasa, a hillside resort project near Mumbai, has faced setbacks for nearly 25 years. With only 5,000 residents and $1 bn in liabilities, the project is mired in insolvency. Recent efforts to find a rescuer failed, and creditors must restart their search. Lavasa's future remains uncertain.
US reaffirms longstanding support for permanent UNSC seats for India, Japan, Germany
The US has reiterated its support for India, Japan, and Germany to become permanent members of the UN Security Council. It also proposed two permanent seats for Africa and a non-permanent seat for Small Island Developing States. The US aims to initiate text-based negotiations for these reforms.
PM visit at CJI residence should have been avoided, says Kapil Sibal
Supreme Court Bar Association president Kapil Sibal expressed surprise over a video showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi performing Ganesh puja at Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud's home. Sibal emphasized that such private events should not be publicized and suggested that the prime minister's presence might send a wrong signal.
BJP slams Opposition for criticising PM Modi's attendance at Ganesh Puja celebrations at CJI's residence
BJP criticised Congress and other Opposition parties for objecting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attendance at Ganesh Puja at the Chief Justice of India's residence. Union minister Bhupender Yadav defended the event, highlighting Indian secularism. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra compared this to past instances of prime ministers attending iftar parties.
Opposition raises concerns over PM Modi-CJI DY Chandrachud's Ganesh Puja meet
Opposition parties have raised concerns after Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Ganesh Puja at Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud's residence. Shiv Sena and NCP leaders questioned the appropriateness of the visit, suggesting it could influence ongoing legal cases involving their parties. Congress and RJD leaders also expressed unease over the event.
India must embrace a hybrid model that aligns research with industry needs, and avoid the US path
Narendra Modi launched the Anusandhan National Research Foundation with a ₹50k crore budget over five years to align academic research with industry needs. The initiative aims to avoid inefficiencies seen in the US system and leverage India's strengths in practical applications, exemplified by IIT Madras's successful industry-academic collaborations.
Air travel in India has become inclusive than being exclusive, says Prime Minister Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing inclusivity of air travel in India, with more people from smaller cities flying. He announced the Delhi Declaration for regional cooperation in civil aviation and proposed an international Buddhist tourist circuit. Modi also discussed advancements like air taxis and India's plans to become a global aviation hub.
Russian President Putin proposes bilateral meeting with PM Modi during BRICS summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the BRICS summit in Kazan next month. This follows Modi's recent visit to Kyiv and discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The focus will be on security issues and the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Regional air connectivity scheme made air travel inclusive, says Prime Minister Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growth of India's civil aviation sector, noting that air travel has become more inclusive through the UDAN scheme. Speaking at the Second Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation, he emphasized the sector's role in job creation and mentioned plans for advanced air mobility and air taxis.
Russia discharges 45 Indians fighting in its army
Around 45 Indian nationals have been released from the Russian army, with efforts ongoing to secure the release of 50 more. This follows a promise made by Russia during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's July visit to Moscow to discharge Indians who were falsely recruited and forced into combat in Ukraine.
Trumpeted 100-day agenda before polls but after 95 days, govt 'vacillating': Kharge targets PM Modi
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's coalition government for failing to deliver on its 100-day agenda. Kharge highlighted issues such as an anti-people budget, terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, the ongoing crisis in Manipur, and various alleged scams. He accused the government of inaction and causing suffering to the country.
Bio-E3 policy will usher in bio-revolution in India: Jitendra Singh
The government's Bio-E3 policy aims to position India as a global bio-economy leader, similar to the IT revolution in the West. Launched last month, it focuses on sustainable use of biological resources for innovation and manufacturing. The policy is expected to drive growth in biotech sectors like bio-pharma and bio-energy, contributing to India's green transition and economic development.
Row over PM Modi attending Ganpati Puja celebrations at CJI's residence: BJP slams opposition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attendance at Ganpati Puja at Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud's residence has sparked controversy. Opposition leaders and some Supreme Court lawyers criticized the event, questioning the separation of powers. BJP leaders defended the visit, calling the criticism reckless and baseless. They emphasized that it was a religious occasion, not socializing, and warned against undermining the judiciary's credibility.
'We are the voice of the global south': PM Narendra Modi highlights India's role at ET World Leaders Forum
At the ET World Leaders Forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's commitment to empowering the Global South. He highlighted India's efforts during its G20 presidency, particularly its support for African nations and its advocacy for the Global South on the global stage. Modi forecasted significant opportunities for these nations in the near future.
We will increase reservation, scrap 50% quota limit, says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi reiterated his stance on increasing reservations beyond 50% and conducting a caste census, clarifying he is not against quotas. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive understanding of caste issues in India. Gandhi also criticized PM Modi's handling of China and discussed Indo-Pak relations and the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Nobody can suppress our voice, truth is with us: Engineer Rashid in Srinagar
Sheikh Abdul Rashid, known as Engineer Rashid, returned to Kashmir after over five years in prison. He emphasized that the people of Kashmir seek peace on their terms, not those set by the Centre. Rashid criticized the revocation of Article 370 and called for dignity and self-respect for Kashmiris.
'PM Modi's so-called vision of 'Naya Kashmir' will collapse,' says MP Rashid Engineer ahead of J-K polls
As Baramulla MP Rashid Engineer left for Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday after being granted interim bail by Delhi's special NIA court in a terror funding case, he said that the election is important as Kashmir is at a crucial stage. Lashing out at the centre, he said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Naya Kashmir' will collapse.'PM Modi's so-called vision of 'Naya Kashmir' will collapse,' says MP Rashid Engineer ahead of J-K polls
Rs 2,000 cr Mission Mausam approved: Here's how high-tech radars will be used to tackle heavy rains, floods, storms
The Union Cabinet has approved 'Mission Mausam,' a ₹2,000 crore initiative aimed at significantly improving India’s weather forecasting and climate research capabilities. The project will enhance weather surveillance, modeling, and prediction through advanced technologies and infrastructure upgrades. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Earth Sciences and key meteorological institutes, aims to benefit various sectors including agriculture, aviation, and disaster management.
PM Modi attends CJI Chandrachud's Ganesh Aarti, Sanjay Raut questions Chief Justice's impartiality ahead of Sena vs Sena SC hearing
Shiv Sena (UBT) has raised concerns over a recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud during Ganpati Chaturthi. MP Sanjay Raut questioned the appropriateness of the meeting, suggesting it might affect judicial impartiality. He advised CJI Chandrachud to recuse himself from a case involving the Uddhav Thackeray group.
Uniform Civil Code to be implemented in Uttarakhand before Nov 9: CM Dhami
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state before November 9, the foundation day of Uttarakhand. The UCC aims to establish a uniform set of personal laws for all citizens. The bill was passed by the Legislative Assembly in February.
Morning Brief Podcast: Energy, electrification, environment with US’ Deputy Secretary
A year ago, President Joe Biden and PM Narendra Modi launched the India-U.S. Renewable Energy Technologies Action Platform (RE-TAP), deepening cooperation on clean energy. With over a decade of collaboration and billions in U.S. investments, how can the two countries drive the future of renewables and rural electrification? Join ET’s Sanjeev Choudhary as he speaks with U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy, David Turk about the next steps in this critical energy partnership. Tune in.Morning Brief Podcast: Energy, electrification, environment with US’ Deputy Secretary
Union Cabinet approves projects worth Rs 1.02 lakh crore: A bigger health cover programme to all citizens of 70 & above, fresh e-drive & rural roads push
The government has extended the Ayushman Bharat health cover to all citizens aged 70 and above, approved financial support for electric vehicles under a new scheme, and sanctioned funds for rural roads and hydropower projects. These decisions were made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Want to make India a global hub for green hydrogen, says Prime Minister Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India's goal to become a global hub for green hydrogen production, utilization, and export. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in 2023, aims to drive innovation and attract investment. India has already met its Paris Agreement commitments on green energy ahead of schedule and is focused on new approaches like green hydrogen.
Govt approves Rs 12,461 cr support for 31,350 MW hydro power projects
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 12,461 crore outlay to support the development of 31,350 MW hydropower projects over the next eight years. The scheme, applicable to projects above 25 MW capacity, aims to improve infrastructure and promote investment in the hydro power sector.
