The two leaders discussed several avenues of enhancing bilateral cooperation in fields like capacity building, disaster management, renewable energy, heritage restoration, economic ties, defence collaboration, and people-to-people ties. They also discussed strengthening India-Laos civilisational and contemporary ties.
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Centre, J&K govt will implement what will be best according to Constitution: Naqvi on statehood
As the National Conference (NC) Vice President, Omar Abdullah, promised to pass a resolution demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) statehood, BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Friday said the Central and state government together will discuss matters, take suggestions and implement whatever they think will be best according to the Constitution.
PM Modi meets Antony Blinken on sidelines of ASEAN Summit
During the meeting, PM Modi extended his condolences on the loss of lives due to Hurricane Milton in the US and also discussed strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation in regional matters.
PM Modi pays tribute to Jayaprakash Narayan on his birth anniversary
"My heartful tribute to Loknayak Jaiprakash Narayan on his birth anniversary. He dedicated his life for positive change in the country and society. His personality and ideals will remain a source of inspiration for every generation," PM Modi said in a post on X.
France lost a dear friend from India, Macron on Ratan Tata's demise
French President Emmanuel Macron has condoled the demise of iconic industrialist and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Group, Ratan Tata, who breathed his last at a Mumbai hospital on October 9.
Monthly income of rural households rises 57.6 pc, financial savings up: Govt survey
The average monthly income of rural households saw a substantial rise of 57.6 per cent over a five-year period, up from Rs 8,059 in 016-17 to Rs 12,698 in 2021-22, according to government data on Thursday.
Phalak Phalam: PM Modi witnesses Ramayan performance in Laos
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a two-day visit to Laos, witnessed an episode of Lao Ramayan titled 'Phalak Phalam or Phra Lak Phra Ram', enthusiastically performed by the prestigious Royal Theatre of Luang Prabang.
Centre releases Rs 1,78,173 crore as tax devolution to states in festive season
In a bid to enable states to boost development and capital spending, the Centre on Thursday said it has released tax devolution of Rs 1,78,173 crore to state governments, as against the normal monthly devolution of Rs 89,086.50 crore.
Ratan Tata put brand India on global economy map: Industry chambers
Leading industry chambers on Thursday remembered Ratan Tata as a leader, nation builder, philanthropist, a global entrepreneur and much more.
Decline in child marriages in India as more cases reported: NCPCR
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has come out with a comprehensive annual report for 2023-24 on prohibition of child marriage in India.
How 'Suswagatam' marked the beginning of deep bond between Ratan Tata and PM Modi
As the nation grieves the passing away of Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, an old picture recalls the deep bond shared by the business tycoon with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which began in 2008 with the word 'Suswagatam' (meaning 'welcome' in Sanskrit).
India’s 100 richest tycoons surpass $1 trillion milestone, Gautam Adani at 2nd spot: Forbes list
The collective wealth of India’s 100 richest tycoons surpassed the trillion dollar milestone for the first time as more than 80 per cent of the country’s richest tycoons are now wealthier than they were a year ago, a Forbes report showed on Thursday.
PM Modi speaks to Noel Tata; Amit Shah to attend funeral on behalf of govt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday before embarking on a two-day Laos visit to attend the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit spoke with Ratan Tata's brother, Noel Tata, and expressed condolences.
PM Modi embarks on 2-day visit to Laos for ASEAN-India, East Asia summits
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday embarked on a two-day visit to Laos, where he will attend the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit at the invitation of his Laotian counterpart Sonexay Siphandone, the current chair of ASEAN.
'He deeply cared about making India better': Business leaders mourn Ratan Tata's demise
From Google CEO Sundar Pichai to Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, prominent business leaders expressed their condolences on the demise of Ratan Tata.
'Legendary industrialist, true nationalist': Condolences pour in for Ratan Tata
Condolences poured in soon after the Tata Group announced that its Chairman Emeritus and one of India's most illustrious industrialists, Ratan Tata, has died.
President Murmu, V-P Dhankhar condole demise of Ratan Tata
President Droupadi Murmu has expressed condolences on the death of Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, saying that the country has lost an icon who blended corporate growth with nation-building.
‘India has lost a giant’, says Gautam Adani on Ratan Tata’s demise
Gautam Adani, Chairman, Adani Group, on Thursday expressed deep sorrow on the demise of Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, who passed away at the Breach Candy Hospital following age-related health conditions.
‘Extremely pained’, says PM Modi on Ratan Tata’s demise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief on the demise of Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, who passed away at the Breach Candy Hospital following age-related health conditions.
Cabinet okays continuation of free fortified rice supply till December 2028
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the free universal supply of fortified rice under all schemes of the government, including the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and other welfare schemes from July 2024 and up to December 2028.
Defeating caste-based politics was at centre of PM Modi’s campaign, even 25 years ago
As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form government in Haryana for record third time in a row, after a high-decibel campaign by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, one is reminded of how the leader, the BJP’s state election in-charge in 1999 continues to remain the flag-bearer of the party's ethos and values.
How Congress infighting and squabbles spelled doom for party in Haryana
The cheerful and upbeat atmosphere in Congress, in the run-up to the Haryana Assembly elections, turned into a nightmare on Tuesday as the election results gave a clear mandate and absolute majority to the BJP, despite the latter facing a three-time anti-incumbency.
Best performance of BJP so far: Jitendra Singh expresses satisfaction with J&K election results
Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday expressed satisfaction with the results of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) elections and said that this was the best performance of the BJP so far.
‘Haryana poll results not acceptable, will approach EC with complaints’, says Congress after defeat
The Congress has decided to approach the Election Commission of India (ECI) with regard to what it describes as irregularities in the electoral process in Haryana. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh expressed disbelief at the election results, claiming they contradicted public sentiment and ground realities.
Kashmir dynasties: Mehbooba Mufti fails, Sajjad Lone scrapes through, Omar Abdullah shines
The worst day was for the Mufti dynasty which managed to win only three seats out of the 90 Assembly constituencies, and its, newest family member to enter politics also lost the election.