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February 12, 2026 4:25 PM

World Radio Day 2026: India reaffirms radio’s place in public communication

India will observe World Radio Day 2026 on February 13, marking the establishment of United Nations Radio in 1946 and reaffirming radio’s continued relevance as a public service medium. World Radio Day was proclaimed by UNESCO at its 36th General Conference in 2011 and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly during its 67th session in 2012, making it an officially recognised international observance held annually on February 13. Radio has played a central role in public communication, ...

November 9, 2025 11:36 AM

PM Modi meets LK Advani, extends birthday greetings to Bharat Ratna awardee

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Bharat Ratna awardee Lal Krishna Advani at his residence in New Delhi to extend birthday greetings, wishing him good health and a long life. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Greetings to Shri LK Advani Ji on his birthday. A statesman blessed with towering vision and intellect, Advani Ji’s life has been dedicated to strengthening India’s progress. He has always embodied the spirit of selfless duty an...

November 8, 2024 11:27 PM

PM Modi celebrates LK Advani’s 97th birthday, hails his contributions to nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani on his 97th birthday on Friday, offering heartfelt greetings and acknowledging his significant role in India’s development. Earlier in the day, in a post on X, PM Modi said,"Best wishes to LK Advani Ji on his birthday. This year is even more special because he was conferred the Bharat Ratna for his outstanding service to our nation. Among India's most admired statesmen, he has devoted himself to furthering India'...

November 8, 2024 11:23 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to BJP veteran Lal Krishna Advani

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed warm birthday greetings to BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani on his 97th birthday. PM Modi lauded Advani as one of "India's most admired statesmen," acknowledging his dedication to India’s progress and expressing gratitude for the guidance he has offered over the years. "Best wishes to Shri LK Advani Ji on his birthday. This year is even more special as he was conferred the Bharat Ratna for his service to the nation. Among India’s most admired statesmen, h...

September 16, 2024 6:12 PM

Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani admitted to AIIMS

Senior and veteran leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Lal Krishna Advani, was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Thursday. The BJP leader is stable and under observation, according to doctors. He was recently conferred with Bharat Ratna by President Draupadi Murmu on March 30, 2024. Born in Karachi (present-day Pakistan) on November 8, 1927, Advani joined the RSS as a Swayamsevak in 1942. He served as the BJP National President from 1986 to 1990, then from 199...