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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar welcomed the India-US trade deal announced after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, saying it would boost jobs, growth and innovation. Leaders and experts said the agreement strengthens strategic and technology cooperation between the two countries.
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US President Donald Trump announced a cut in tariffs on Indian goods to 18% after Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to curb Russian oil purchases. The move links trade relief to geopolitical pressure over the Ukraine war
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The Congress alleged that the Modi government heckled Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha to stop him from speaking on the India-China conflict of 2020. A row erupted after he tried to quote from former Army chief Manoj Naravane’s unpublished memoir
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The BJP defended the Union Budget 2026-27 and rejected Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s criticism, saying the budget reflects fiscal discipline, growth and national security priorities. Party spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo said India remains strong despite global slowdown
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sunetra Pawar on becoming Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister. He expressed confidence in her leadership and dedication to public welfare. Pawar was elected NCP Legislature Party leader and sworn in by the Governor
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, highlighting Gandhiji’s emphasis on swadeshi as a core principle for a developed, self-reliant India, and said his life and ideals continue to inspire the nation
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US State Department disclosed gifts given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian officials to US leaders, including Joe Biden, Jill Biden, Kamala Harris and others, detailing items, values, disposal, and transfers to National Archives under federal protocol rules requirements
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Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, marking her ninth consecutive Budget—first woman to do so in India. Backed by top bureaucrats, the Budget focuses on fiscal stability, growth, reforms, and Viksit Bharat 2047 goals
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President Droupadi Murmu was welcomed at Parliament by VP Radhakrishnan, PM Modi, and LS Speaker Om Birla, with the ceremonial ‘Sengol’ procession marking the start of the Budget Session. She received a guard of honour and addressed the joint sitting
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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said India emerged on top in the India-EU free trade agreement, gaining greater market access and mobility benefits. He noted EU’s globalization push amid US protectionism and highlighted ongoing concerns over India’s Russian oil purchases
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah left for Baramati after Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and five others died in a plane crash while landing. PM Modi and Shah spoke to CM Fadnavis as DGCA teams began investigations
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India and the European Union signed a landmark free trade agreement, described as the “mother of all deals,” aiming to create a market of two billion people. The pact will cut tariffs on most goods, boost key sectors, and deepen strategic cooperation, alongside defence and mobility agreements
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PM Narendra Modi invited global investors to India’s energy sector, highlighting a USD 500 billion opportunity. He outlined plans to expand refining capacity, LNG infrastructure, city gas distribution, and oil exploration, aiming for USD 100 billion investment by 2030
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial on the 77th Republic Day, laying a wreath and observing silence. The ceremony honoured martyrs from multiple wars, with top defence leadership present
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to actively participate in democratic processes on National Voters' Day, calling voting a sacred duty. Writing to MY-Bharat volunteers, he hailed voters as shapers of India’s destiny and encouraged youth voters to strengthen democracy
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kerala to launch development projects, flag off new train services and address a BJP-NDA rally. His visit comes after the BJP’s civic poll breakthrough in Thiruvananthapuram, with the party planning a grand road show
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray on his birth centenary, praising his intellect, oratory and cultural passion. Modi said Thackeray profoundly shaped Maharashtra’s politics and inspired ongoing efforts toward the state’s progress and unity
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India stayed away from the launch of US President Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ in Davos, saying it is still examining the proposal. Several major powers also skipped the initiative, which is being pitched as a global peace body
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A 1989 article by PM Narendra Modi, under the pseudonym ‘Aniket’, described the Ram Mandir Shilanyas as a historic awakening of Hindu consciousness, critiqued Congress’ “minority appeasement,” and highlighted sustained public mobilisation and VHP efforts leading to the temple’s foundation stone laying
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The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) until 2030-31, including government support for outreach, capacity building, and gap funding. Over 8.66 crore subscribers benefit from guaranteed old-age pensions of Rs 1,000–5,000 per month
