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Narendra Modi

Also known as: Prime Minister Narendra Modi · Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi · India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister of India whose government faces major student protests over exam irregularities and foreign NGO funding restrictions.

2026-05-042026-09-03
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  1. May 2026

  2. Capital News

    May 20 – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s whirlwind visit to the United Arab Emirates on Friday — the opening leg of a five-nation tour that will also take him to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy — comes at a moment analysts describe as one of significant strategic …

    Modi’s UAE Visit Signals India’s Push for Energy Security Amid Gulf Tensions

  3. Citizen Digital

    … Adani is a close ally of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and hails from the leader's home state of Gujarat.

    India's Adani to pay $275 mn settlement to US over alleged Iran sanctions violations

  4. Capital News

    … Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised attacks on commercial vessels and disruptions to international waterways, describing them as unacceptable. …

    Hormuz Crisis Sparks Global Navigation Debate as Asian Nations Reject Iran-Style Transit Fees

  5. The Standard

    … s count votes after the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections at the Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata on May 4, 2026. [AFP] Vote counting in key Indian state elections was underway Monday under tight security, with the focus on West Bengal, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

    India's Modi faces key test as vote count underway
World & Region

Putin, Xi gather in Kyrgyzstan for Shanghai Cooperation summit

The News

Russia's Vladimir Putin, China's Xi Jinping and more than a dozen other leaders are gathering in Kyrgyzstan for a two-day summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, a regional bloc that brings together Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Iran, four Central Asian countries and Belarus. The summit marks the group's 25-year anniversary and is expected to include bilateral talks between Putin and both Xi and Iran's president.

31 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 31 August

  1. Putin, Xi gather in Kyrgyzstan for Shanghai Cooperation summit

    Russia's Vladimir Putin, China's Xi Jinping and more than a dozen other leaders are gathering in Kyrgyzstan for a two-day summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, a regional bloc that brings together Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Iran, four Central Asian countries and Belarus. The summit marks the group's 25-year anniversary and is expected to include bilateral talks between Putin and both Xi and Iran's president.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 24 August

  1. Amnesty reports Indian police excessive force against education protests

    Amnesty International says Indian police used excessive force, including electric shock devices and pellet guns, against youth-led protests that forced the education minister to resign last month. The report contradicts police claims that force was used only after protesters turned violent.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

  1. Indian High Commission marks India's 80th Independence Day

    The Indian High Commission in Kenya celebrated India's 80th Independence Day on August 15 at India House with cultural performances, cuisine, and an exhibition marking the 150th anniversary of India's National Song "Vande Mataram."

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Bangladesh PM will not visit India until Hasina extradited

    Bangladesh said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not visit India until New Delhi extradites Sheikh Hasina, the former Bangladeshi premier who fled to India during a 2024 uprising. Hasina faces the death penalty in Bangladesh after conviction on crimes against humanity charges, and Dhaka has repeatedly requested her extradition.

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 13 August

  1. India becomes second-largest seafarer supplier globally

    India has overtaken China to become the second-largest supplier of seafarers worldwide, with 311,936 maritime professionals comprising 12.16 per cent of the global seafarer workforce, according to the BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026. Global seafarer supply stands at 2.57 million against demand of around 2.55 million.

    13 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. US judge dismisses fraud case against Indian billionaire Adani

    A US federal judge dismissed charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani after the Trump administration dropped fraud and bribery allegations stemming from a 2024 case alleging a $265 million scheme to bribe Indian officials for solar energy contracts.

    11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Indian parliamentary panel demands Meta apology for Modi video removal

    An Indian parliamentary panel called on Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg to apologize for the temporary removal of a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Facebook and Instagram on July 23, which Meta said was caused by a technical error. The panel's head said the removal was the work of a publisher rather than an intermediary and demanded an apology within three days.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 26 July

  1. How political movements reclaim dehumanizing slurs

    The article examines how establishments use dehumanizing language and slurs against dissent and marginalized groups, and how victims often reclaim these insults as symbols of resistance, disarming those in power.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 July

  1. India's Gen Z protesters adapt to internet shutdown

    Young people protesting in New Delhi over education system changes and exam irregularities found workarounds like peer-to-peer messaging when India's government cut mobile internet services for eight hours within 1.5 kilometres of the protest site.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Modi pledges fast-track courts for exam fraud amid student protests

    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed "stringent punishment" for those involved in exam fraud and promised fast-track courts to punish question paper leaks, responding to major protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement in New Delhi where students have demanded the education minister's resignation.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Student protest movement challenges India's Modi government

    A student protest movement in India, led by the online Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) since May 2026, has grown into one of the biggest challenges to Prime Minister Modi in his third term, sparked by exam irregularities including a leaked medical entrance examination paper that forced over two million candidates to retake the test. Protesters are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and accountability over exam irregularities.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. India opposition leader demands PM resign over student protest crackdown

    India's opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demanded on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi resign over a police crackdown against student protests calling for education reforms. Gandhi led a march toward Modi's residence and staged a sit-in protest, after which he and other parliamentarians were removed by police.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Indian police use tear gas on NEET exam protest march

    Indian police fired tear gas on Monday to disperse thousands of protesters demanding the education minister's resignation and examination reforms at the Jantar Mantar protest site in New Delhi. Dozens of protesters and police personnel were injured in the clashes, with demonstrators responding by pelting stones.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. India's Cockroach movement demands education minister resign

    India's "Cockroach Janta Party" online movement vowed to continue protesting until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over alleged NEET exam irregularities, after at least 180 people were injured in demonstrations in New Delhi on Monday.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 20 July

  1. Indian police disperse parliament march over exam irregularities

    India's riot police baton-charged protesters in New Delhi as they marched toward parliament on Monday over alleged irregularities in major examinations, including question paper leaks and technical glitches. Protesters are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 18 July

  1. India's private Skyroot Aerospace launches first orbital rocket

    India's first privately built orbital rocket, Vikram-1, completed its maiden flight on Saturday from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The rocket, built by Skyroot Aerospace and capable of carrying payloads up to 350 kilograms into low-Earth orbit, marks a significant step for India in the global space economy.

    18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 9 July

  1. India calls for restraint amid Iran-US tensions

    India's Ministry of External Affairs expressed deep concern over renewed fighting between the United States and Iran, saying the attacks risk undermining regional peace and security, and called on all parties to exercise restraint, de-escalate, and return to dialogue.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. India tightens foreign funding rules for NGOs

    India's government has amended rules under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, requiring NGOs receiving foreign funds to specify their activities from an approved list, declare where they will operate, and comply with stricter reporting requirements including detailed website disclosures and expanded annual activity reports.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. India tightens foreign funding rules for NGOs

    India has amended rules for non-governmental organisations receiving foreign funds, requiring them to specify their activities from an approved list, declare where they will operate, and comply with stricter reporting requirements on websites, social media, and annual filings. Since 2014, Modi's government has suspended or barred thousands of non-profit groups from receiving foreign funding, accusing some of using the funds for "anti-national activities".

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. G7 leaders commit to dismantle migrant smuggling networks

    G7 leaders, alongside G7 partner countries Kenya and Korea, agreed Tuesday to intensify efforts against human trafficking and migrant smuggling by dismantling organised criminal networks and disrupting their business models.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Ruto congratulates Modi on becoming India's longest-serving PM

    President William Ruto congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he became India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister. Ruto praised Modi's leadership across three consecutive terms and reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to strengthening ties with India.

    10 June 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 8 June

  1. Indian High Commission hosts free yoga event in Nairobi

    India's High Commission in Nairobi will mark the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2026, with a free public event at Visa Oshwal Grounds themed "Yoga for Healthy Ageing." Registration is mandatory, and participants will receive complimentary T-shirts and yoga mats.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. India deports nearly 5,000 Bangladeshi citizens since Modi party victory

    India has deported nearly 5,000 Bangladeshi citizens since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu-nationalist BJP swept to power in the eastern border state of West Bengal last month, according to official statistics. The new West Bengal government ordered the establishment of detention centres for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingya refugees after taking power.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 7 June

  1. India and Australia strengthen defence ties on maritime security

    India and Australia have reaffirmed commitment to strengthening defence and strategic cooperation, with focus on maritime security, defence industry collaboration, and Indo-Pacific stability, during the second India-Australia Defence Ministers' Dialogue in New Delhi.

    7 June 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 5 June

  1. India and Venezuela boost energy partnership amid Gulf crisis

    India and Venezuela are strengthening ties in the energy sector, with New Delhi describing Caracas as a preferred partner. Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, focusing on cooperation in upstream and downstream energy projects as global oil supplies have been disrupted by the Middle East crisis.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Venezuelan president visits India to deepen oil cooperation

    Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday for a five-day visit to deepen cooperation between the oil exporter and energy-hungry India, the world's third-largest oil importer, which is ramping up purchases of Venezuelan crude to offset Middle East supply disruptions.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. New Delhi hotel fire kills 21 in recent deadliest blaze

    At least 21 people were killed when a fire broke out at Flourish Stay, a bed-and-breakfast in south New Delhi, on Wednesday morning, with more than 40 people taken to hospitals for treatment. Building fires are common in India due to lack of firefighting equipment and disregard for safety regulations.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 1 June

  1. Indian satirical "Cockroach" party founder plans New Delhi protest

    The creator of India's viral "Cockroach People's Party" parody campaign announced plans to lead a peaceful protest in New Delhi on Saturday. The satirical movement, which has won millions of social media followers since launching last month, was prompted by a Chief Justice's reported remarks calling young government critics "cockroaches," and the founder is calling for the resignation of the Education Minister over alleged examination irregularities.

    1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 24 May

  1. China searches for two missing after mine blast kills 82

    A gas explosion at the Liushenyu shaft in Shanxi province on Friday killed 82 workers and left two missing, marking China's worst mining disaster in nearly two decades. Authorities said the mine operator committed serious safety violations, and an investigation has been launched.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. US Secretary of State Rubio visits India after China trip

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited New Delhi and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi for over an hour, calling India a natural partner and inviting Modi to visit the White House. Rubio's visit to India followed his attendance at a state visit to Beijing with President Trump.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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