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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to those who participated in the Quit India movement and said it brought together people from all sections of society. The decisive campaign against the British rule was launched this day in 1942 on Mahatma Gandhi's call at the Bombay session of the Congress on August 8 in his famous "do or die" speech. An alarmed British government arrested the top leadership of the Congress but people embraced Gandhi's call. "Remembering all those who took part in the Quit India Movement under Bapu's leadership and strengthened our freedom struggle," PM Modi tweeted, posting a clip of his earlier address in which he had spoken about it. Remembering all those who took part in the Quit India Movement under Bapu's leadership and strengthened our freedom struggle. pic.twitter.com/cWWB7KX57G — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 9, 2022 PM Modi also shared great socialist leader Jayaprakash Narayan's remark "August 9 has become a … [Read more...] about PM Modi remembers freedom fighters on Quit India movement anniversary

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, congratulated the Indian badminton team for winning silver medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and said "the skills, team work and fighting spirit displayed by them are remarkable". Kidambi Srikanth came up with an underwhelming performance as India succumbed 1-3 to Malaysia and settled for the silver in the mixed team badminton event at the Commonwealth Games on Tuesday. Srikanth lost to lower-ranked Tze Yong Ng in three games to put the defending champions on the backfoot in the final. P.V. Sindhu did what was expected out of her in the women's singles, while the men's doubles pairing of Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty went down in the opening doubles. "Congratulations to the members of the Indian badminton team for winning the silver medal in the Mixed Team Event #CommonwealthGames. The skills, team work and fighting spirit displayed by them are remarkable. … [Read more...] about Silver in CWG | President Murmu, PM Modi greet Indian badminton team

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday hailed M Venkaiah Naidu’s wit and one-liners as he praised his five-year term as vice president and Rajya Sabha chairman during which the “productivity of the House increased 70 per cent”. In his farewell speech for Naidu in Rajya Sabha, Modi said the outgoing chairman encouraged dialogue and has set standards and legacy that will continue to guide his successors. Naidu completes his five-year term on August 10. Modi said Naidu was of the opinion that disruptions of proceedings beyond a point were contempt of the House. He worked on the principle that ‘let the government propose, let Opposition oppose, let the house dispose’, Modi said. “One of the admirable things about Naidu is his passion for Indian languages. This was reflected in how he presided over the House,” Modi said, adding as chairman he encouraged the use of mother tongue. On Naidu’s famous one-liners, the prime minister said “they are wit-liners”. “There is both depth and … [Read more...] about Your One-liners are Wit & Win Liners, Emotional PM Modi Tells Venkaiah Naidu as RS Bids Farewell

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar may soon skip another event attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. If Bihar government officials are to be believed, the Chief Minister has decided to skip a meeting of NITI Aayog, set to be chaired by PM Modi in New Delhi on Monday. This would be the third time in a month when Mr. Kumar will be skipping an event in which PM Modi will be present, even though Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his recent visit to Bihar, had asserted that BJP would contest the upcoming parliamentary election in 2024 along with alliance partner JD(U). Mr. Kumar who recently recovered from Covid-19 , wanted to send his deputy in the Cabinet to attend the meeting, but was informed that the event was for Chief Ministers only. Earlier this month, Mr. Kumar had stayed away not only from the dinner hosted for outgoing President Ram Nath Kovind by PM Modi but also from the swearing-in ceremony of President Droupadi Murmu. Mr. Kumar had also skipped a meeting of … [Read more...] about Nitish to skip event attended by PM Modi again

The Rajya Sabha bid an emotional farewell to Chairman Venkaiah Naidu on Monday with leaders from the Opposition and Treasury Benches requesting him to continue to guide Parliament as one of the most experienced politicians of the country. Mr. Naidu’s term will end on August 10 and Parliament has elected Jagdeep Dhankhar to succeed him. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Opposition leader in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, leaders of various parties and senior MPs conveyed their best wishes to Mr. Naidu. Trinamool Congress leader Derek O’Brien’s reference to the tragic death of Mr. Naidu’s mother brought the Vice-President to tears. Mr. Naidu, in his reply, appealed to the members to maintain decorum in the House adding that “we are not enemies” but rivals who should work to outshine each other and not run down each other. Recalling the day when the BJP parliamentary board in 2017 decided to nominate him as the Vice-President, Mr. Naidu said, “PM told me in parliamentary board meeting … [Read more...] about People will keep calling Venkaiah Naidu for something or other, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a telephonic conversation with Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and highlighted the important role that the Philippines plays in India's vision for the Indo-Pacific region. Modi also assured Marcos Jr of India's "full support" in his plans and projects for the Philippines' development. Marcos Jr became the Philippine president on June 30, succeeding Rodrigo Duterte. "The prime minister congratulated Marcos Jr. for his election as the 17th President of the Philippines. The two leaders reviewed various areas of bilateral engagement, and expressed satisfaction at the rapid growth of cooperation between the two countries in recent years," an official statement said. It said Modi reiterated the important role that the Philippines plays in India’s Act East Policy and its Indo-Pacific vision and expressed the desire to further expand bilateral relations. "The prime minister also assured President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of India's full … [Read more...] about PM Modi Speaks to Filipino President Marcos Jr, Reviews Various Areas of Bilateral Engagement

GUWAHATI Thousands of people took to the streets across Nagaland on Friday, to demand a speedy settlement of the prolonged “Naga political issue”, and remind Prime Minister Narendra Modi of his promise of lasting peace and development. All towns and villages in Nagaland shut down for two hours, mobilised by Nagaland People’s Action Committee (NPAC), to convey to New Delhi as to how the non-settlement of the political issue, has adversely impacted the Nagas. The State has been facing this problem for the past seven decades. Friday’s rally followed calls for the suspension of the “Opposition-less” 60-member Nagaland Assembly and the resignation of all the MLAs, ahead of the State elections, by February-March 2023. Also read: No merger with India but Nagas cannot live apart: NSCN (I-M) The Centre’s peace talks with the Naga extremist groups concluded three years ago. But the issue has remained unresolved with the largest of the groups, the National Socialist Council of … [Read more...] about Resolve Naga issue as promised, natives tell PM Modi

India has been undergoing an historic change under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has tried to touch the life of common man, and is tirelessly working to ensure that every Indian gets all basic elements for their well-being and welfare, said Meenakshi Lekhi, Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture. She was speaking at ‘Vishwa Sadbhavana’ event organised by the NID Foundation at Melbourne in Australia, where she internationally unveiled two books on PM Modi. Among those present at the event were Julian Hill, Member of Australian Parliament; Manpreet Vohra, Indian High Commissioner to Australia; S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chief Patron, NID Foundation and Chancellor, Chandigarh University; Prof Himani Sood, Founder, NID Foundation; Joseph Haweil, Councillor for Aitken Ward, Hume City; Josh Gilligan, Councillor for Chaffey Ward, Wyndham; Naim Kurt, Councillor at Hume City Council and Matthew Hilakari, Labor candidate for Point Cook and former senior policy … [Read more...] about PM Modi Has Tried to Touch the Life of Every Indian, Says Meenakshi Lekhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation on Wednesday via video conferencing a second generation (2G) ethanol plant built at an estimated cost of Rs 900 crore in Haryana’s Panipat, his office said. The dedication of the plant is part of a long series of steps taken by the government over the years to boost the production and usage of biofuels in the country, a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said. This is in line with the prime minister’s constant endeavour to transform the energy sector to make it more affordable, accessible, efficient and sustainable, it said. On the occasion of World Biofuel Day, Prime Minister Modi will dedicate the second generation (2G) ethanol plant in Panipat, Haryana to the nation on August 10, 2022 at 4:30 PM via video conferencing, the statement said. The 2G ethanol plant has been built at an estimated cost of over Rs 900 crore by the Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) and is located close to the Panipat Refinery. … [Read more...] about PM Modi to Dedicate to Nation 2G Ethanol Plant in Panipat on Wednesday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday recalled the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain on the day of Ashura. The prime minister said that Hazrat Imam Hussain is remembered for his unwavering commitment to truth and his fight against injustice. In a tweet, Prime Minister Modi said, “Today is a day to recall the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS). He is remembered for his unwavering commitment to truth and his fight against injustice. Today is a day to recall the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS). He is remembered for his unwavering commitment to truth and his fight against injustice. He also placed great importance on equality and brotherhood. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 9, 2022 “He also placed great importance on equality and brotherhood.” Read the Latest News and Breaking News here … [Read more...] about PM Modi Recalls Sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain on Day of Ashura