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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PM recalls Madhubani pledge to hit terrorists
Patna: , addressing a rally in Bikramganj on Friday, recalled his visit to Madhubani last month, a day after the Pahalgam terror attack, where he pledged swift justice. "From Madhubani, I gave my word that those behind the attack would face a punishment beyond their imagination. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Today, as I return to Bihar, I have fulfilled that pledge," he said. Modi likened terrorism to a serpent, vowing that if it dares raise its hood again, it will be "dragged from its hole and trampled." He said the Indian armed forces had reduced to rubble the hideouts of those who masterminded the Pahalgam attack from across the border. Referring to the military response, he said was "just an arrow in the quiver," saying that India's battle against terrorism is far from over. Paying homage to the land of Veer Kunwar Singh, Modi praised Bihar's legacy of courage, particularly highlighting the contributions of young men from the state serving in the armed forces and the Border Security Force (BSF). He lauded the BSF's bravery during Operation Sindoor, describing them as "an unbreakable shield at our borders," and paid tribute to sub-inspector Imtiaz, a BSF soldier from Bihar martyred on May 10. Modi also drew attention to Bihar's struggle against Naxalism. Recalling earlier conditions in Sasaram, Kaimur, and neighbouring districts, he said the people once lived in fear of armed militants. "Schools were burned, road workers killed, and no hospitals or mobile towers could reach remote villages," he said, noting that such forces had no regard for the Constitution framed by Babasaheb Ambedkar. Despite these obstacles, the PM credited CM Nitish Kumar's leadership for pushing forward with development. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He said since 2014, the Centre had intensified efforts to root out Maoist violence, leading to a drastic reduction in affected areas from over 125 districts to just 18. "The day is not far when Maoist violence will be completely eradicated. Villages will see uninterrupted peace, security, education and growth," he said. Speaking of development, Modi said Bihar had moved on from the days of crumbling highways and outdated rail infrastructure. "There was a time when Patna had the state's only airport. Today, Darbhanga offers direct flights to Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru," he noted. He added that the long-standing demand to modernise Patna Airport had been met, with a new terminal now capable of handling one crore passengers annually. He also announced a Rs 1,400 crore investment in Bihta airport. Modi concluded by saying that peace and security are essential foundations for progress and under Nitish's leadership, Bihar had stepped firmly onto the path of prosperity.
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Pakistan must hand over Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar to India: Rajnath Singh
4:23 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at the Patna Airport after the young batter broke multiple records while playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League 2025.
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
BJP MP predicts K Kavitha's exit from BRS, cites family rift as reason
4:23 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at the Patna Airport after the young batter broke multiple records while playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League 2025.
India.com
2 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
IPL 2025s Young Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Touches PM Modis Feet, Video Goes Viral
On May 30, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at Patna Airport, lauding the teenager's exceptional performance in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL). Suryavanshi, hailing from Samastipur, Bihar, emerged as a breakout star for the Rajasthan Royals, capturing national attention with his fearless batting. In his debut IPL season, Suryavanshi amassed 252 runs over seven matches, boasting an impressive strike rate of 206.55 and an average of 36. His standout performance came against the Gujarat Titans, where he scored a blistering 101* off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and 7 fours. This innings made him the youngest player to score a century in T20 cricket at 14 years and 32 days old and marked the fastest IPL century by an Indian, achieved in just 35 balls. The 166-run opening partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal was the highest ever for the Rajasthan Royals. Despite the Royals not qualifying for the playoffs, Suryavanshi's fearless approach and maturity earned praise from cricket legends and fans alike. His journey from a small village in Bihar to the IPL spotlight is a testament to his talent and determination. During their meeting, Prime Minister Modi expressed his admiration, stating on social media: "At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours." At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 30, 2025 PM Modi meets 14-yr-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi & family in Patna — Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) May 30, 2025 Suryavanshi's remarkable debut season has not only set new records but also inspired countless young athletes across the nation.
India Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
PM Modi meets IPL teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi after record-breaking run
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna Airport following his impressive performance for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).Suryavanshi, who returned to his hometown after the Royals failed to qualify for the playoffs, was accompanied by his family during the meeting. Prime Minister Modi later shared photos on social media, praising the young cricketer for his exceptional batting Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours. Vaibhav Suryavanshi shines bright in IPL 2025Vaibhav was just 13 years old when the Rajasthan Royals bought him for 1.1 crore during the mega auction held last year in Jeddah. He made his IPL debut against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 19 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, striking a six off the very first ball he faced from Shardul that moment on, Vaibhav didn't look back and continued to grow in stature. In seven matches, he scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55, forming a strong opening partnership with Yashasvi it was the match against the Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 28 in Jaipur that truly showcased the best of the left-handed batter. Suryavanshi became the youngest player to score a half-century in T20 cricket and went on to register the fastest century by an Indian in IPL history, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls. His explosive knock helped the Royals secure a commanding eight-wicket to followTrending Reel IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
