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Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar, praising his versatility, creativity and memorable performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Patekar, 75, passed away in Goa, leaving behind a celebrated legacy spanning over four decades.

World leaders, including Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Dominica PM Roosevelt Skerrit, congratulated Narendra Modi on completing 25 years as head of government, praising his leadership, development initiatives and contributions to stronger international partnerships

  Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years as head of government. They praised his leadership, public service and role in advancing Viksit Bharat and development 

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 25 years as head of government, beginning as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and continuing as Prime Minister. At a BJP event, Nitin Nabin praised his public service, leadership, development initiatives and vision for a Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed 25 years in executive office, marked by centralised decision-making, delivery-focused governance and direct voter engagement. From his rise in the RSS and Gujarat BJP to leading India, his leadership has reshaped politics and governance

  Swiss President Guy Parmelin received a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan during his three-day India visit. He will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, focusing on trade, investment, technology, innovation, mobility and strengthening bilateral ties 

The 19th Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas Convention will be held in Kolkata from January 7 to 9, 2027, organised by the MEA with the West Bengal government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event, while President Droupadi Murmu will confer diaspora awards

Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar recounted how his co-pilot attacked him during a flight to Israel, leaving him seriously injured. Despite blurred vision and the aircraft plunging, Machchhar reopened the cockpit door, enabling passengers to regain control and avert disaster

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu invited FlyDubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to light a flame at Israel’s next Independence Day ceremony, praising the Indian pilot as a hero for his courage in foiling a mid-air attack

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh said India is now positioned to achieve developed nation status within the next decade, describing the period as a "golden decade" for growth. Addressing the Pan-IIT Andhra Pradesh Summit 2026, he highlighted Andhra Pradesh's development strategy based on Speed, Service and Stability.

The in-laws of injured flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar expressed gratitude for nationwide support and said the family became emotional while watching Prime Minister Narendra Modi speak to him. Machchhar is recovering after helping avert a major in-flight crisis

An Omani citizen, Hamam al-Hammami, has been identified as the flydubai co-pilot who allegedly attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar aboard a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. The aircraft diverted to Saudi Arabia after the captain and passengers overpowered the attacker.

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to help end the Ukraine conflict, saying he regularly raises the issue and has “very good ideas” for a mutually acceptable solution, while India continues to support dialogue and diplomacy.

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage and composure during a cockpit attack, saying his actions saved lives. Machchhar described Modi as his biggest idol, recalled opening the cockpit door, and spoke about faith and recovery 

  Indian pilot Smit Machchhar thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for calling him during his recovery in the UAE. Machchhar described Modi as his biggest idol and recalled reciting the Hanuman Chalisa after being stabbed while helping passengers during the cockpit attack

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, praising his courage after he reportedly fought off a cockpit attack and helped save 170 lives aboard a flydubai flight. The pilot remains stable and is recovering in a UAE hospital

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India must recruit youth motivated by public service rather than public office. Addressing UPSC centenary celebrations, he stressed citizen-first governance, nation-first values and recruitment processes assessing candidates’ motivations alongside their knowledge and abilities 

Israel’s Ambassador to India Reuven Azar praised Captain Smit Machchhar for helping avert a major in-flight crisis, calling his actions an example of India-Israel cooperation against terrorism. Azar said counter-terrorism agencies remain in close contact and wished the injured pilot recovery

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar praised Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary courage after the injured pilot helped avert a major tragedy aboard flydubai flight FZ1073. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also lauded his bravery and resolve

The Samajwadi Party criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over his remarks on Lord Ram and Lord Shiva. The BJP also questioned his comments, while the Congress defended Reddy and accused the BJP of using religious issues for political gain.