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Kolkata, Sep 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid his heartfelt homage to Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya, whose pioneering contributions laid the foundation for India's modern engineering landscape, to mark the Engineers Day. "Today, on Engineers' Day, I pay homage to Sir M. Visvesvaraya, whose brilliance left an indelible mark on India's engineering landscape," Modi said in the message. He also extended warm greetings to all engineers who, through their creativity and determination, continue to drive innovation and tackle tough challenges across sectors. "Our engineers will continue playing a crucial role in the collective efforts to build a Viksit Bharat," he said.
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Congress MP Pramod Tiwari lashed out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah who has been in the eye of a storm over his remarks on Baba Saheb Ambedkar. The Congress member said that without Ambedkar, Amit Shah would not have been a member of the Lower House of the Parliament. "... If Ambedkar ji was not there, he (Amit Shah) would not have even sat there. There would have been no Lok Sabha, no Rajya Sabha and no Constitution. So this is not only an insult to Baba Saheb Ambedkar but also to the Constitution, Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha ...," the Congress MP told ...Read More >
Samastipur (Bihar), Jul 7 (PTI) Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said Rs 10,000 crore has been sanctioned in this year's Union Budget for strengthening rail infrastructure in Bihar. Speaking at the 'bhoomi pujan' ceremony for a new level crossing gate near Karpoori Gram railway station in Samastipur district, the minister also inaugurated several upgraded passenger amenities at the station. "The NDA government at the Centre, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned Rs 10,000 crore in this year's budget for rail infrastructure in Bihar," Vaishnaw told re ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 15 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin paid tribute to K Kamaraj, the former Chief Minister and Congress President, on his 123rd birth anniversary. Stalin highlighted Kamaraj's significant contributions to the education sector, particularly his initiative of introducing the mid-day meal scheme in schools. In a post on X, Stalin said, "That day, what was served in schools was not just lunch; it was the foundation for a century-long dream of education! Thankfully, there were no self-proclaimed geniuses back then saying, "Schools should only provide educ ...Read More >
Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India] July 15 (ANI): The tribal-dominated Dantewada district is all set to make its footprint visible in the high-octane sport of Thai Kick Boxing, as young athletes here have clinched medals in international as well as national events. With the support of the Chhattisgarh Government, the youth of Dantewada are sharpening their skills and preparing for Thai Kick Boxing events to be held in the country and overseas. As Dantewada moves on the path to becoming a hub for producing Thai Kick Boxers, the district is also ready to shed its infamous identity that emerged du ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Mizoram, Manipur and Assam and inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple developmental projects worth thousands of crores there. PM Modi embarked on his trip to the North East with a visit to Aizwal in Mizoram, where he laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth over Rs 9000 crore. Also Read | AI Video on PM Modi's Mother Sparked Controversy: FIR Against Congress Leaders Over Deepfake of PM Narendra Modi's Late Mother. These projects will cater to multiple sectors, incl ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar between September 13 and 15 to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of development projects worth more than Rs 70,000 crore. According to the Prime Minister's Office, the visit will begin in Aizawl on September 13, where projects worth over Rs 9000 crore will be launched, including the inauguration of the Bairabi-Sairang rail line connecting Mizoram to the national network for the first time. The Prime Minister will also flag off three new trains linking Aizawl with Delhi, Guwahati an ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], September 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Assam on Friday for a two-day visit, during which he will participate in the centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika in Guwahati and inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of key development projects worth over Rs 18,530 crore across the state. The Prime Minister will attend the birth centenary celebrations of legendary singer, lyricist and composer Dr Bhupen Hazarika at Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, Guwahati, at around 5 pm. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. N ...Read More >
Guwahati : All Moran Students Union (AMSU) on Saturday observed "Black Day " for alleged betrayal on Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to Assam. The Black Day was meant to condemn the false promises made to the indigenous Moran Community to grant Scheduled Tribe ( ST ) status. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Union also demands inclusion under the sixth schedule for autonomous self governance. "We observe Black Day today. It is a protest against betrayal. Our demands are of ST status and Autonomy under the sixth schedule," said Palindra Borah ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Mizoram, Manipur and Assam and inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple developmental projects worth thousands of crores there. PM Modi embarked on his trip to the North East with a visit to Aizwal in Mizoram, where he laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth over Rs 9000 crore. These projects will cater to multiple sectors, including Railways, Roadways, Energy, and Sports, among others. PM Modi also inaugurated Mizoram's first railway, the Bairabi-Sairang, which will ...Read More >
Guwahati, Sep 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for major infrastructure and industrial development projects in Assam on Sunday, with a total investment exceeding Rs 18,530 crore. The Prime Minister's visit is part of his ongoing Northeast tour, state government officials said. At Mangaldoi in the Darrang district, Prime Minister Modi will lay the foundation stone for a cluster of health education projects, including a new Medical College and Hospital, a GNM school, and a B.Sc Nursing College. Also on the agenda in Darrang are th ...Read More >
Guwahati, Sept 14: The new generation remembers Bhupen Hazarika mostly through his songs, but his biography Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika by Sahitya Akademi awardee Anuradha Sarma Pujari seeks to highlight the varied genres of his creativity. "It is unfortunate that today's youth believe he was just a singer. My book aims to bring forth the many facets of this genius so that they understand his philosophy and the wide spectrum of his work," Pujari told PTI. Written in Assamese, the book was released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the centenary celebrations on Saturday and will be translate ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 18 (VOICE) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched a blistering attack at the Congress party, accusing it of indulging in every possible dirty trick to obliterate the legacy of Dr. Ambedkar and also humiliate the SC/ST communities. PM Modi's tirade came on back of Congress's demand for the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah, whom they accused of disrespecting Dr Ambedkar during his speech in the Rajya Sabha. In a series of posts on X, PM Modi lambasted the Congress, claiming the party had a long history of undermining Ambedkar's contributions. "In Parliament, HM ...Read More >
Bagdogra (West Bengal) [India], May 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said improving connectivity remains one of the main achievements of his government, which has, over the past decade, ushered in a slew of rail and road projects, including in the Northeastern state of Sikkim. In his address delivered via videoconferencing at the Sikkim@50 event held at Gangtok's Palzor Stadium, the Prime Minister recalled a time when travel for education, healthcare, and employment was a major challenge for the region. However, he noted that the situation has changed significantly over the ...Read More >
India will observe National Doctor's Day on July 1. The day acknowledges doctors' dedication. The 2025 theme is 'Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?'. It highlights the mental health of doctors. The day commemorates Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. He was a physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. Events will include ceremonies and campaigns. India marks National Doctor's Day on July 1 every year to recognise the tireless service, dedication, and compassion of the country's medical profess ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 16 (ANI): Following the tragic road accident in the Muwani area of Pithoragarh district on Tuesday that claimed eight lives, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the state government would provide Rs 2 lakh each to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured. This would be in addition to the ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF), announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which would be given to the next of kin of the deceased. Also Read | Weather Forecast Today, July 16: Check ...Read More >
MANGALDOI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday alleged that the Congress, instead of supporting the country's army, was backing terrorists groomed by Pakistan. Addressing a programme at Mangaldoi in Assam's Darrang district, he accused the grand old party of "protecting" infiltrators and anti-national forces. The prime minister also asserted that the BJP would "not allow infiltrators to grab land and conspire to change the demography". "The Congress, instead of supporting the Indian Army, backs terrorists groomed by Pakistan. During 'Operation Sindoor', the Congress, instead of supportin ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 15 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin paid tribute to K Kamaraj, the former Chief Minister and Congress President, on his 123rd birth anniversary. Stalin highlighted Kamaraj's significant contributions to the education sector, particularly his initiative of introducing the mid-day meal scheme in schools. In a post on X, Stalin said, 'That day, what was served in schools was not just lunch; it was the foundation for a century-long dream of education! Thankfully, there were no self-proclaimed geniuses back then saying, 'Schools should only provide educ ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan Anand, his wife and their armed guards breached hospital security, physically assaulted staff, and thr ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 4 (ANI): Actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan made strong remarks on the necessity of education while addressing a gathering at the Agaram Foundation event in Chennai. Education is the only weapon that can break the chains of dictatorship and Sanatan, the Rajya Sabha MP said on Sunday. Kamal Haasan added, Dont take anything else in your hands, only education. We cannot win without it, because the majority can make you lose. Majority Fools (Moodargal) will make u lose; knowledge alone will seem defeated. That why we must hold on to it (Educat ...Read More >
Guwahati/ New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Manipur on Saturday, marking his first trip to the state since ethnic violence broke out over two years ago. Mr Modi will embark on a two-day tour of three Northeast states on Saturday with Mizoram. He will then visit Manipur and wrap up his Northeast tour from Assam. From Assam, Mr Modi will travel to West Bengal and thereafter Bihar on September 15. Between September 13 and 15, the Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 71,850 crores. During the visit to Manipur, the Prime Minister wi ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted all the doctors on the occasion of National Doctor's Day. PM Modi said the contribution of the doctors in strengthening the country's healthcare infrastructure was exceptional. In a post on X, the Prime Minister extended best wishes to the medical fraternity and said the doctors have made a mark with their dexterity and diligence. "Best wishes to all hardworking doctors on #DoctorsDay. Our doctors have made a mark for their dexterity and diligence. Equally notable is their spirit of compassion. They are truly protectors of hea ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], December 18 (ANI): Kolkata Police on Wednesday detained Congress workers as they held a protest against Union Minister Amit Shah's statement on Bharat Ratna BR Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress party is conducting protests across all states, targeting the government on these issues and demanding action and accountability. Also Read | Umar Khalid Gets 7 Days Interim Bail in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case To Attend Cousin's Wedding. Earlier, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party over Amit Shah's remark ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, his Cabinet colleagues, and leaders across party lines paid glowing tributes to former prime minister P.V. Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary on Saturday. In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi described Rao as a visionary statesman whose leadership came at a critical juncture in India's development. "India is grateful to him for his effective leadership during a crucial phase of its development trajectory. His intellect, wisdom and scholarly nature are widely admired," he noted. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy off ...Read More >
Srinagar, Jul 3 (PTI) The annual Amarnath Yatra began on Thursday with the first batches of pilgrims setting off from the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan towards the 3880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, which houses a naturally formed ice-lingam, officials said. The yatra started early morning from the twin tracks -- the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route and the 14-km Baltal route. The batches of pilgrims, including men, women and sadhus, left from the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam, in south Kashmir's Anantnag, and Baltal base camp in Sonamarg area of central ...Read More >
After days of suspense, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on Friday officially announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Manipur on Saturday, where he will unveil development projects worth Rs 8,500 crore in the northeastern state. This marks PM Modi's first visit to Manipur since ethnic violence erupted in May 2023, leading to significant loss of life and property. Manipur has been under President's Rule since February 13. Tomorrow, the Prime Minister will visit Mizoram and lay the foun ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a three-day visit from September 13 to Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar to launch multi-crore infrastructure projects, participate in the birth centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika and attend the Combined Commanders' Conference. The PM's tour will begin at Aizawl in Mizoram, where he will lay foundation stones and inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 9,000 crore catering to a host of sectors, includin ...Read More >
Guwahati, Sep 13 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asserted that Bharat Ratna awardee Bhupen Hazarika's songs continue to unite India and give energy to its people. Addressing the musical doyen's birth centenary celebrations in Guwahati, Modi said his creations encompass the concept of 'Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat'. "Bhupen da may not be present physically, but his voice gives energy to people. His songs unite India. His music encompasses the concept of 'Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat'. He was rooted in the cultural traditions of India," the PM said. Modi asserted that Hazarika gave v ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday defended Amit Shah's remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar and said that Shah exposed Congress' dark history of insulting Ambedkar after which they are clearly stung and stunned by the facts he presented. In a series of posts on X, PM Modi said that Congress sat in power for years but did nothing to empower the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities. "In Parliament, Amit Shah Ji exposed the Congress' dark history of insulting Dr Ambedkar and ignoring the SC/ST Communities. They are clearly stung and stunned by the facts he presented, whic ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], September 14 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday described Prime Minister Narendra Modi's inauguration and foundation-laying ceremony for projects worth Rs 18,530 crore on Sunday as a "momentous occasion" for the state. Sharing an X post, Assam CM wrote, "Today is a momentous occasion for Assam. In a short while from now, Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji will dedicate projects worth Rs 18,530 cr. These works include new roads, bridges, a medical college and a major clean energy initiative." According to a press release by the PMO, on Sep ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Congress MP Pramod Tiwari lashed out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah who has been in the eye of a storm over his remarks on Baba Saheb Ambedkar. The Congress member said that without Ambedkar, Amit Shah would not have been a member of the Lower House of the Parliament. Also Read | 'Mukadma, Mulzim, Ilzam, Ittila, Chashmdeed': BJP Government in Rajasthan To Replace Urdu Terms in Policing With Hindi Words. "... If Ambedkar ji was not there, he (Amit Shah) would not have even sat there. There would have been no Lok Sabha, no Rajya Sabha and no Constitutio ...Read More >