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September 15, 2026 2:31 PM

National Engineers’ Day: PM Modi pays tribute to M. Visvesvaraya, hails engineers as ‘Karmayogis’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to legendary Indian engineer and statesman Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya on the occasion of National Engineers’ Day and lauded the contributions of engineers in building, innovating and creating solutions for a better tomorrow. Taking to X, PM Modi extended his greetings to engineers across the country and paid tribute to Visvesvaraya. “Happy Engineers Day to all remarkable engineers, the people who build, innovate and provide solutions ...

September 14, 2026 9:55 AM

Ganesh Chaturthi inspires us to move forward on path of progress: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended her greetings and best wishes to all countrymen on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, saying the festival symbolises wisdom, prosperity and auspicious beginnings and inspires people to move forward on the path of progress with new resolutions in life. In a post on X, President Murmu said, “On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in the country and abroad. Bhagwa...

September 5, 2026 11:33 AM

PM Modi Hails Teachers’ Contribution to Society, Pays Tribute to Dr. Radhakrishnan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today highlighted the significant contribution of teachers to society on the occasion of Teachers’ Day and paid homage to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan. The Prime Minister also shared glimpses of the interaction that took place when the winners of the National Teachers’ Awards were invited to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg (LKM), yesterday. In a post on X, PM Modi said: “#TeachersDay is about appreciating the strong contribution of teachers to our society. It is also a day to pa...

September 5, 2026 11:02 AM

Union Ministers extend Teachers’ Day greetings, hail educators for shaping India’s future

Union Ministers on Saturday extended warm greetings on Teachers’ Day, highlighting the crucial role of educators in shaping young minds, nurturing values and contributing to nation-building. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, “On Teachers’ Day, extending warm wishes to our teachers who have paved the path for India’s perpetual progress by leading generations of students on the quest for knowledge. Also, I bow to the philosopher and statesman Bharat Ratna Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ji...

September 5, 2026 10:19 AM

ICC Chairman Jay Shah extends Teachers’ Day greetings, thanks mentors for shaping generations

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah on Saturday extended Teachers’ Day greetings, expressing gratitude to teachers and mentors for their role in shaping minds and inspiring generations. Taking to social media platform X, Shah wrote, “Teachers shape not just minds, but the values, confidence and dreams that guide us through life. On Teachers’ Day, heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers and mentors who continue to inspire generations. Happy Teachers’ Day!” Teachers�...

March 23, 2026 4:36 PM

PM Modi pays tribute to Ram Manohar Lohia, recalls his legacy of social justice and nation-building

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid rich tributes to eminent socialist leader and freedom fighter Ram Manohar Lohia on the occasion of his birth anniversary, remembering his pivotal role in India’s independence movement and his enduring contributions to social and political thought. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said "Tributes to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Ji on his birth anniversary. He was a multifaceted personality who played a pivotal role in mobilising people against colonial rul...

March 9, 2026 2:24 PM

The expanding role of women officers in India’s armed forces

The growing presence of women in the Indian Armed Forces reflects a significant institutional transformation in India’s defence sector. In celebration of International Women’s Day, the increasing participation of women in operational, leadership, and strategic roles highlights a steady move toward greater gender inclusion in the military. Emphasising the importance of women in nation-building and national security, Prime Minister Narendra Modi often stresses that the rise of Nari Shakti is c...

October 15, 2025 1:23 PM

PM Modi pays tribute to Abdul Kalam, calls him a ‘Rashtra Ratna’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid homage to former President Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on his birth anniversary, calling him a ‘Rashtra Ratna’ even before he assumed the office of ‘Rashtrapati’. Remembering Kalam, the Prime Minister highlighted his journey from humble beginnings in Rameswaram, where he sold newspapers to support his family, to becoming India’s leading aerospace scientist and the 11th President of India. Known as the “Missile Man of India”, Kalam played a ...

April 15, 2025 12:04 PM

After 14 years barefoot, devoted admirer finally meets PM Modi

A man who walked barefoot for 14 years after vowing not to wear shoes until he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi finally saw his long-held wish fulfilled on Monday. At a rally in Haryana’s Yamunanagar district, Rampal Kashyap, a resident of Kaithal, met the Prime Minister in person. PM Modi gifted Kashyap a pair of shoes and urged him not to take such extreme vows in the future. A video shared by the Prime Minister on X shows Kashyap visibly emotional as PM Modi personally helps him put on th...