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October 2, 2026 5:57 PM

PM Modi Attends Interfaith Prayer Meeting at Gandhi Smriti on Gandhi Jayanti

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday attended a special interfaith prayer meeting at Gandhi Smriti in the national capital on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. The Prime Minister paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and remembered his enduring ideals of truth, peace and non-violence. School students and artists also rendered devotional bhajans during the prayer meeting. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and attended the Sarva-Dharma Prar...

October 2, 2026 4:35 PM

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Pays Tributes to Gandhi, Shastri and Kamaraj

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan today paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversary. He also paid homage to former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Kamaraj on his death anniversary. At Raj Ghat, the Vice-President paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and recalled his enduring legacy of truth, non-violence, justice and respect for human dignity. Radhakrishnan said Mahatma Gandhi’s life and message continue to inspire humanity ...

October 2, 2026 5:53 PM

Gandhi’s timeless message will continue to guide us towards better society: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, recalling his ideals of truth, non-violence, simplicity, compassion and Swadeshi. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “May Bapu’s timeless message keep guiding us towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat.” In a video message, PM Modi said the significance of October 2 was well known to every child in the country and highlighted the global relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s ideolo...

October 1, 2026 7:55 PM

President Murmu highlights relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s message of peace, non-violence

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday highlighted the continuing relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s message of peace and non-violence, saying it has become even more significant amid an atmosphere of war and conflict prevailing in many parts of the world. In her message on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, the President said Gandhiji’s life and ideals continue to be widely respected by the global community and called for upholding his values while advancing towards the goal of a developed India. “On ...

September 27, 2026 1:09 PM

Cleanliness, public participation key to paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for greater public participation in cleanliness drives and environmental conservation, highlighting community-led initiatives across the country in the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. With October 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, approaching, PM Modi recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s emphasis on cleanliness and said it remains an important guiding principle. “In just a few days, it’s the 2nd of October - th...

October 3, 2025 1:15 PM

Bill Gates lauds India’s rise as “global leader in innovation”

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Friday praised India as a global leader in innovation, highlighting that its pioneering solutions have the potential to improve millions of lives across the Global South. Addressing an event organised by the Indian Consulate General in Seattle in partnership with the Gates Foundation, Gates expressed hope to continue collaborating with India on its journey toward Viksit Bharat 2047. “It's fitting that we're coming together on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi....

October 2, 2025 12:18 PM

Indian missions worldwide mark Gandhi Jayanti with tributes, hymns and Swachhata drives

Indian missions across the globe paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 156th birth anniversary on Thursday, celebrating his universal message of peace and non-violence. Gandhi Jayanti commemorates Gandhi's lifelong commitment to truth, non-violence, and social justice. It not only honours his philosophy of peace and ethical living but also serves as the International Day of Non-Violence, observed worldwide to spread his message. In New Zealand, the Indian High Commission celebrated Gandhi's 1...

October 1, 2025 10:08 PM

International Day of Non-Violence: Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring message for India and the World

On his 156th birth anniversary, Mahatma Gandhi’s life and philosophy reverberate across India and the world. While the nation observes Gandhi Jayanti, the international community commemorates the International Day of Non-Violence, a United Nations observance proclaimed in 2007 with the support of more than 140 countries. This dual recognition captures both India’s deep reverence for the Father of the Nation and the global embrace of his timeless ideals. Gandhi Jayanti Meets a Global Cause ...

October 1, 2025 9:27 PM

President Murmu extends greetings on eve of Gandhi Jayanti

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended greetings to the nation on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, paying tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 156th birth anniversary. In her message, the President described the occasion as an opportunity to rededicate ourselves to the ideals and values of Mahatma Gandhi. She said that Gandhiji’s message of peace, tolerance, and truth continues to inspire humanity, while his lifelong struggle against untouchability, illiteracy, addict...