The listeners of 'Mann Ki Baat' are the real anchors of this programme: PM Modi

September 29th, 11:30 am

In the 114th Mann Ki Baat episode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on the 10-year journey of the programme, celebrating positive stories and collective achievements across India. He praised efforts in water conservation, cleanliness and preserving heritage. He encouraged supporting local products and environmental campaigns, while expressing gratitude to all those involved in making the programme a success.

United States of America returns 297 antiquities to India

September 22nd, 12:11 pm

During PM Modi's visit to the U.S., President Biden facilitated the return of 297 stolen or trafficked Indian antiquities. A select few were symbolically handed over during their bilateral meeting in Wilmington, Delaware. The antiquities, dating from 2000 BCE to 1900 CE, span various regions and materials, with most being terracotta from Eastern India. This repatriation follows a Cultural Property Agreement signed in July 2024 to enhance cooperation in protecting cultural heritage, as pledged in the 2023 Joint Statement. PM Modi expressed gratitude, noting the artefacts' deep civilizational significance.

Fact Sheet: 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit

September 22nd, 12:06 pm

President Biden hosted the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit with leaders from Australia, Japan, and India in Wilmington, Delaware. The Quad continues to be a global force for good, delivering projects across the Indo-Pacific to address pandemics, natural disasters, maritime security, infrastructure, technology, and climate change. The leaders announced new initiatives to deepen cooperation and ensure long-term impact, with commitments to secure robust funding and promote interparliamentary exchanges. Quad Commerce and Industry ministers are set to meet for the first time in the coming months.

The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States

September 22nd, 11:51 am

PM Modi joined leaders from the U.S., Australia, and Japan for the fourth Quad Leaders Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. The Quad reaffirmed its commitment to a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific, opposing destabilizing actions and supporting regional peace, security, and sustainable development. The leaders emphasized respect for international law, democratic values, and regional institutions like ASEAN and the Pacific Islands Forum.

PM Modi arrives in New York

September 22nd, 11:19 am

After concluding a fruitful Quad Leaders' Summit in Delaware, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York a short while ago. He will take part in various programmes in the city which include a community programme and the 'Summit of the Future.'

PM Modi's meeting with the Prime Minister of Australia

September 22nd, 07:16 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Australia H.E. Mr. Anthony Albanese met on the sidelines of the 6th Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, USA. This was their ninth in-person interaction since May 2022. The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation across a wide range of areas such as political and strategic, defence and security, trade and investments, education and research, climate change and renewable energy, and people-to-people ties.

Prime Minister’s meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan

September 22nd, 06:01 am

PM Modi met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the sidelines of Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. PM Modi thanked Prime Minister Kishida for his unwavering dedication and leadership in enabling advances in the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership over the last few years. The two leaders noted that the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership is in its 10th year and expressed satisfaction at the progress made in the relationship

PM Modi attends the sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware

September 22nd, 05:21 am

In his address at the QUAD Summit, PM Modi underscored the alliance's significant progress since 2021 under President Biden's leadership, highlighting its crucial role in promoting a rules-based international order, respect for sovereignty, and peaceful conflict resolution amidst global tensions. He reaffirmed QUAD’s shared commitment to a free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. PM Modi also announced that India will host the QUAD Leaders' Summit in 2025.

PM Modi meets with President of USA in Wilmington Delaware

September 22nd, 02:02 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met U.S. President Joe Biden in Delaware on the sidelines of the Quad Summit. The meeting, hosted by President Biden at his home, emphasized the deepening India-US partnership, strengthened by recent high-level visits. They discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and shared views on regional and global issues, including the Indo-Pacific.