ECI’s roundtable conference on Tuesday to deliberate on strengthening electoral processes

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) In a one-of-its-kind initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will hold a national roundtable conference on Tuesday to deliberate and discuss measures on strengthening the electoral processes while stepping up “synergy” between various wings of the poll body, including the State Election Commissioners (SECs).

PM Modi flags off Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train in UP's Shatabdi Nagar station

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:16 PM

Meerut, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train at Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station on Sunday, giving a major boost to the government's efforts to transform regional connectivity and urban mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR).

'Spirit of patriotism was deeply embedded within her', PM Modi pays tributes to Jayalalithaa in Mann Ki Baat

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:15 PM

Chennai, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa as a “widely admired and beloved leader”, recalling her administrative legacy and their personal friendship during the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat'.

'A historic gift for Western UP', locals hail Namo Bharat corridor and Meerut metro

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:47 PM

Meerut, Feb 22 (IANS) A large number of people gathered in Meerut on Sunday, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public rally, where he is set to inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth around ₹12,930 crore to the nation. The Prime Minister will also address a public meeting later in the day.

PM Modi hails rice revolution & Kerala Kumbh revival in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday celebrated India's remarkable strides in agriculture and the resurgence of ancient cultural traditions, underscoring the nation's growing global footprint and deep-rooted heritage.

Stay alert against digital fraud, update KYC through official channels: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:21 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday cautioned citizens against rising incidents of digital fraud and “digital arrest” scams, urging people to remain vigilant and follow proper banking procedures to safeguard their savings.

BJP chief, CMs, ministers tune in to PM Modi’s 131st ‘Mann Ki Baat’

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:17 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Senior BJP leaders across states on Sunday listened to the 131st episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', with party workers organising group listening sessions in several regions.

C Rajagopalachari's statue to be unveiled tomorrow at Rashtrapati Bhavan, announces PM Modi

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that India will observe ‘Rajaji Utsav’ on Monday with the unveiling of a statue of the first Indian Governor General of Independent India, C. Rajagopalachari, describing the move as part of a broader effort to shed symbols associated with British rule and a colonial mindset.

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi remembers Kerala's youngest organ donor, who gave life to others

IANS | February 22, 2026 11:55 AM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday mentioned the case of a ten-month-old infant from Kerala during his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. The baby girl, Aalin Sherin Abraham, who tragically lost her life in an accident in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, became the youngest organ donor in the state.

Bhupen Borah joins BJP, criticises Congress for 'hurting' national pride

IANS | February 22, 2026 11:43 AM

Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) Former Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bhupen Kumar Borah on Sunday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a major political shift ahead of the crucial electoral season in the state.

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ECI’s roundtable conference on Tuesday to deliberate on strengthening electoral processes

PM Modi flags off Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train in UP's Shatabdi Nagar station

'Spirit of patriotism was deeply embedded within her', PM Modi pays tributes to Jayalalithaa in Mann Ki Baat

'A historic gift for Western UP', locals hail Namo Bharat corridor and Meerut metro

PM Modi hails rice revolution & Kerala Kumbh revival in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Stay alert against digital fraud, update KYC through official channels: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

BJP chief, CMs, ministers tune in to PM Modi’s 131st ‘Mann Ki Baat’

C Rajagopalachari's statue to be unveiled tomorrow at Rashtrapati Bhavan, announces PM Modi

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi remembers Kerala's youngest organ donor, who gave life to others

Bhupen Borah joins BJP, criticises Congress for 'hurting' national pride

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