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Digital Desk | Surat, Sep 17 (IANS) Padma Shri and noted social worker Kanubhai Hasmukhbhai Tailor on Thursday greeted the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and credited him for instilling a new sense of belief and confidence among the specially-abled people towards achieving their own livelihood and also self-reliance. Wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi a long life, the 72-year-old Kanubhai Tailor described him as a 'Krishna avatar.' He said that under PM Modi's leadership, the gov

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday donated blood and pledged to donate her organs while launching an organ donation portal. The Chief Minister joined the blood donation camp and launched the portal as part of the 'Sewa Sankalp Abhiyan' launched to celebrate PM Modi's birthday and 25 years devoted to public service. Chief Minister Gupta pledged to donate 14 organs, including heart, liver,

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Filmmaker and writer Luv Ranjan has opened up about launching newcomers in Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar. He described the experience as both challenging and exciting. Reflecting on the project, he said he did not want to let the opportunity pass when he got the chance to introduce fresh faces to audiences. Speaking about the same, Luv Ranjan said, Introducing newcomers is always a challenge, but its the one I genuinely look forward to. Fifteen years ago, I got tha

Digital Desk | Vadnagar, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday flagged off the Vadnagar to Varanasi bike rally from Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthplace in Gujarat, launching a multi-state journey that will carry the message of his 25 years in public life to villages along the route. The rally was flagged off from Vadnagar as part of the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', being organised from September 17 to October 17 to mark PM Modis 76th bir

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Several BJP MPs extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and visited places of worship to pray for his health and success. BJP MP Sambit Patra visited Puris Jagannath Temple, offered prayers, and performed puja. Fellow party MP Tarun Chugh visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar and offered prayers, wishing the Prime Minister a good and healthy life. Speaking to IANS, Patra said: On the occasion of our dearly beloved Prime Mini

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is facilitating an overseas training stint for Indias senior judo team at Tsukuba University in Japan as part of preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya and the World Judo Championships in Baku. SAI facilitates Japan exposure for Indian judokas ahead of Asian Games, World Championships New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is facilitating an overseas training stint for Indias senior j

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer and actor Nick Jonas turned 34 on Thursday, and his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, made his special day even more memorable with a heartfelt birthday tribute on social media. Desi Girl shared a collection of photos and videos on Instagram, offering a glimpse into some of the couples special moments. The post opened with a picture of Priyanka giving Nick a kiss on the cheek. Nick was seen wearing a cap carrying the playful message, Sorry were golfing. T

NDA leaders gather in Varanasi for PM Modis 76th birthday as the BJP begins a month-long public service campaign across the country.

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) A birthday is traditionally regarded as a day of personal celebration, but Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday has, over the years, increasingly come to be associated with public service, welfare initiatives and programmes aimed at making a difference in the lives of people. In a post on X, Modi Story shared a video highlighting several initiatives and major events associated with Prime Minister Modis birthday over the years, including the launch of sch

Digital Desk | Hubballi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress has consistently supported and encouraged forces that are against the country and its interests. Reacting in Hubballi to recent remarks by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president B.K. Hariprasad in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, Bommai on Wednesday alleged that the Congress was engaging in vote-bank politics by supporti

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Gujarat Titans on Thursday marked Prime Minister Narendra Modis 76th birthday by sharing a video from the IPL franchises visit to Vadnagar last year, taking a look back at a trip that connected the team with the town where the Prime Minister was born. The Titans shared glimpses of their visit to Vadnagar on social media, highlighting the towns history and its connection with PM Modi.In the video, the IPL franchise looked back at its 2025 visit to the Gujar

Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday is being celebrated across the country, with the BJP organising a series of programmes to mark the occasion. The celebrations, however, have triggered a political controversy in Bihar, where the state is grappling with widespread flooding. The BJP-led Bihar government has issued directions for lamps to be lit at various government institutions and educational establishments to mark PM Modi's birthday. The Rashtriya Janat

Digital Desk | Vadnagar, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that no political leader in independent India has completed 25 years tenure, serving as the head of state government and the Union government, while highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modis political journey during an event in Vadnagar, his birthplace. Addressing the launch of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' at Sharmishtha Lake, Shah said the campaign is being organised to take the message of PM Modis 25 years in

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) The Magadi Road Police on Thursday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old woman from Agrahara Dasarahalli in Bengaluru by some people from Rajasthan and a subsequent series of road accidents involving the vehicle used by the accused. The case has been registered under Sections 137, 61 and 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Pooja, daughter of Gunaramu and a resident of Melwas village in R

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Aditya Rikhari and Sanju Rathod are all set to be part of Spotlight Season 4, which brings together established and emerging musical voices from across India. The singers recently shared what excites them about joining the new season and the opportunity to explore fresh sounds, collaborate with fellow artists and connect with a wider audience. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), in partnership with Universal Music Group for Brands (UMGB), has brought back Hyu

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Thursday donated blood at a programme organised at the party's central office in the capital, under the partys Seva Sankalp Abhiyan and extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, which began on Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday, will continue until October 7 and is being organised to mark PM Modis 25 years of public service. Nitin Nabi

Digital Desk | Vadnagar, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modis political opponents could not accuse him of corruption, as he highlighted what he described as his clean public life, during a birthday event in Vadnagar. Addressing a gathering at Sharmishtha Lake during the launch of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', HM Shah said PM Modi had spent 25 years in public life without facing allegations of corruption from his opponents. He also linked

Digital Desk | Moscow, Sep 17 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and lauded his contribution to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. The Russian Embassy in India shared President Putin's message for PM Modi on Instagram. In the message, President Putin expressed gratitude to PM Modi for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 17 (IANS) The high-stakes Nandigram assembly constituency in East Midnapore district in West Bengal is set for a six-cornered contest in the upcoming October 6 bypolls, with political observers noting that the primary battle centres on determining which candidate secures the second position. In the Assembly elections held earlier this year, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari won from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur. He defeated former CM and Trinamool Congress

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Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) DMK youth wing secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday hailed the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagams entry into its 78th year, saying the party had taken politics beyond the privileged sections and placed it in the hands of ordinary people. In a post on X marking the partys foundation anniversary, Udhayanidhi said the DMK was born on a rain-soaked day, with C.N. Annadurai, then in his forties, leading young colleagues, including M. Karunanidhi, who was in his twent

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Double Olympic medallist shuttler PV Sindhu extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, recalling fond memories of sharing an ice cream with him and also praised his vision for the transformation of Indian sports. Happy birthday to our beloved Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Damodardas Modi ji. With a daughters affection, I wish you good health, happiness and many more years of service to our great country and its people. Th

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She praised his leadership and highlighted Indias growth journey. Taking to Instagram, the Queen shared a special message for PM Modi and described his 25 years in public life as an inspiring chapter of service to the nation, dedication, and commitment to public welfare. She also prayed for the Prime Ministers good health, long life, and continued strength to

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Several foreign diplomats and missions in New Delhi on Thursday extended warm wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, while reflecting the close bond and enduring partnership India shares with countries worldwide under his leadership. The US Embassy in India conveyed heartfelt birthday greetings to PM Modi on behalf of US President Donald Trump. On behalf of President Donald Trump, we wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi a very Happy Birt

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 17 (IANS) Makhanlal Sarkar, one of the most senior and early workers of the BJP in West Bengal, on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and praised him for overcoming challenges on both the international and domestic fronts while continuing to move forward. Speaking to IANS, Sarkar conveyed birthday greetings to the Prime Minister and also hailed the work he has undertaken during his long political career. There will certainly be greeti

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India's economic growth and rising global confidence in the country were reflected in developments across sectors, including semiconductor, fintech and logistics. After inaugurating SEMICON India 2026 here, PM Modi said India recorded 7.8 per cent economic growth in the latest quarter despite a challenging global environment. He cited developments over the past 15 days, including the Global FinTech Fest in Mumb

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay returned to Chennai on Thursday morning after completing a visit to London that secured investment commitments worth Rs 15,300 crore for Tamil Nadu, according to a statement issued by the state government. The government, in a statement, described the visit as a major milestone in its efforts to position Tamil Nadu as one of the worlds leading destinations for investment, industrial growth and innovation. The overseas engagemen

Digital Desk | Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday urged the people of Kalyan Karnataka to remember the contributions of former Congress president Sonia Gandhi and AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge in securing Article 371J, which provides special constitutional status and benefits to the region. Addressing the Kalyan Karnataka Utsav in Kalaburagi on Kalyan Karnataka Liberation Day, Shivakumar said Article 371J had opened new opportunities fo

Digital Desk | Sambhajinagar, Sep 17 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday expressed relief and satisfaction after Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil ended his hunger strike on its 20th day. Addressing media, he welcomed the development, noting that the government had proactively engaged with the activist to resolve the standoff peacefully. We are glad that Manoj Jarange Patil has called off his hunger strike. We had urged him to do so. Out of his 13 demands, 12

Digital Desk | Mumbai, September 17 (IANS) Actress Namrata Shirodkar gave a glimpse of her Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. She further shared a video featuring her children, daughter Sitara and son Gautam, as the family bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa. In one of the glimpses, Namrata can be seen participating in the Ganpati rituals along with her daughter and son. The family is seen gathered around the beautifully decorated idol, surrounded by flowers and traditional festive decorations. Namrata ea

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 17 (IANS) A 20-year-old youth from Jaipur died after being electrocuted during the ongoing Lakkhi Mela at Devdham Jodhpuria in Tonk district. The incident took place on Wednesday night. Three women were also injured after an electric current reportedly passed through the steel railing near the temples main gate. The incident triggered panic among devotees gathered at the fair. The injured were taken to the Sub-District Hospital in Niwai for treatment. According to the

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress Shilpa Shetty visited Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai on Wednesday along with her sister Shamita Shetty and friends to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. The actress caught attention with her traditional festive look, especially her statement jhumkas, which she was heard describing as 100 years old. In a video from the visit, Shilpa can be seen dressed in an elegant saree, paired with a sleeveless, high-neck maro

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday turned 76 with his tenure marked by expansion across India's economy, financial inclusion, infrastructure and startup ecosystem. Several key numbers highlight the scale of changes recorded during his time as prime minister. On of them is India's real gross domestic product (GDP) which grew 7.8 per cent in the April-June quarter of fiscal 2026-27 with manufacturing and services supporting the expansion. As per gov

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actor-politician Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying, God has sent him, and praising the iconic leader's dedication to the country and its people. In a conversation with IANS, Dinesh said PM Modi has created a distinct image of what a leader should be, with his life and every breath dedicated to the nation. 17th September, which we have been celebrating since childhood, in the form of

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Ministers on Thursday extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and praised his leadership, while acknowledging India's growth and the pace of its journey towards achieving the resolve of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar. He has served as the Prime Minister since May 26, 2014 -- currently in his third term. He is the longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister of the

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress Nimisha Sajayan, whose performance in director Sajeev Pazhoor's eagerly awaited social drama, 'Enna Vilai', has come in for praise from industry insiders and critics, has now penned a post of gratitude ahead of the film's release in which she has told the film's director that she was incredibly proud of him. Taking to her Instagram page to pen the post of gratitude, Nimisha Sajayan wrote, Dear Sajeev Chettan, nine years later we are collaborating aga

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that over the past 25 years, during his tenure as Chief Minister and Prime Minister, he has established several new benchmarks of good governance and imparted unprecedented momentum and a new direction to inclusive development. President Murmu took to social media 'X' and said, Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the Prime Minister Shri Nar

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Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 17 (IANS) The makers of director Rahul Sankrityan's eagerly awaited period film, 'Ranabaali', featuring actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, have now announced that shooting for the film has been wrapped up. Taking to his X timeline to share a video clip of his unit, director Rahul Sankrityan wrote, And thats a wrap to the 130 days of madness with my relentless and restless army. @RanabaaliFilm @MythriOfficial @TheDeverakonda @iamRashmika. It

Digital Desk | Jammu, Sep 17 (IANS) At least two terrorists have been gunned down by the joint forces in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district. Officials said that after suspicious movement was reported from Majalta of Udhampur district on Wednesday evening, joint forces launched a cordon and search operation, following which contact (Exchange of Gunfire) was established with the terrorists. During the ensuing gunfight, two terrorists have been killed. The operation is still going on in the area.

Digital Desk | Patoda/Beed, Sep 17 (IANS) Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Thursday announced the suspension of his 20-day hunger strike following his discussion with a government delegation comprising Ministers Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil and Dadaji Bhuse, MLAs Prasad Lad and Suresh Dhas, and the Beed District Collector. Following the talks, Jarange Patil granted the government a 90-day deadline, demanding the implementation of the Satara Gazette within three months. He warned that if

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress Upasana Singh showered praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, describing herself as a big fan and saying she thanks God that he was born in India. Speaking to IANS, Upasana heaped praise on the iconic leader for making history and doing so many good things for India, while wishing him a long life and continued service to Indians. Upasana told IANS: I'm a big fan of him and I thank God that he was born in India and he has made history.

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Veteran singer Anup Jalota has extended birthday wishes to PM Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and said that his heartfelt wish is for the iconic leader to remain the countrys permanent Prime Minister. Speaking to IANS, Jalota also credited the iconic leader with bringing respect and recognition to Indians travelling abroad. Wishing PM Modi, Jalota said: Many, many happy returns of the day to our respected and beloved Modi ji on his 76th birthday. I pray to

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Chief Ministers on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, lauding his 25 years of public life and highlighting his focus on public service, good governance, development and nation-building. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his birthday wishes to the Prime Minister and said that PM Modi has awakened a new consciousness of transformation in the lives of individuals by making service his sp

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Thursday wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and said that under his leadership, the country is moving forward on the path of development and self-reliance, while also advancing on the international stage. PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar. He has served as the Prime Minister since May 26, 2014 -- currently in his third term. He is the longest-serving continuously elected Pri

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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that his journey is filled with service and dedication, and his life is an inspiration for many. PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar. He has served as the Prime Minister since May 26, 2014 -- currently in his third term. He is the longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister of the country. He is the Member of

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Gujarat's Vadnagar on Thursday to flag off the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s 'Vadnagar to Varanasi' Seva Sankalp Bike Yatra as part of a nationwide campaign marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday and 25 years in public life. Union Minister Shah will flag off the yatra at 9:30 a.m. from Vadnagar (Gujarat), PM Modi's birthplace, where he will also participate in a series of programmes during the day. The par

Digital Desk | Washington, Sep 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modis efforts to tackle illicit opium poppy cultivation and strengthen supply chain security, while identifying India among 23 major drug transit or illicit drug-producing countries for fiscal year 2027. The determination makes clear that inclusion on the broader list does not necessarily reflect a governments performance in fighting drugs. India was not among the four countries separately des

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin will undertake a two-day visit to Indore and Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh, starting Thursday and will participate in the 'Aashirvad Ka Diya' (Aashirwad Ka Diya, Pradhansevak ke Naam) campaign launched by the party to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. The visit comes amid BJP's preparations to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's completion of 25 years in public service and his birthday unde