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February 21, 2025 3:21 PM

Establishment of SOUL key step towards the journey of Viksit Bharat: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed confidence that the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) will cultivate leaders who will thrive in various fields, describing its establishment as a significant milestone in India's path toward Viksit ...

February 21, 2025 4:24 PM

Jaishankar calls for plurilateralism and common ground at G20

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, addressing the G20 session in South Africa, underscored the strain on the global order due to ongoing conflicts and called for greater plurilateralism to address global deficits. He emphasized that the interna...

February 21, 2025 2:55 PM

India showcases defence innovation and strengthens global ties at IDEK and NAVDEX 2025

India’s participation in IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 concludes today, reaffirming the country’s commitment to global security cooperation, indigenous defence innovation, and strategic partnerships in the international defence landscape. The India P...

February 21, 2025 2:21 PM

NEP not imposing Hindi in Tamil Nadu: Dharmendra Pradhan after Stalin’s letter to PM Modi

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday strongly criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of raising "imaginary concerns" driven by political motivations. Addressing a press conference...

February 21, 2025 2:36 PM

ASHA workers instrumental in reducing infant mortality rates, says NHRC chairman

The contributions of ASHA workers over the past two decades have significantly reduced India’s neonatal and infant mortality rates, said Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Friday. Speaking at...

February 21, 2025 1:52 PM

Bhutan PM calls SOUL a “Brainchild” of PM Modi, applauds leadership initiative

Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay described the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) as a “brainchild” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting it as a testament to Modi’s commitment to nurturing leaders dedicated to public service. �...

February 21, 2025 12:34 PM

India’s private sector growth hits six-month high in February: HSBC flash PMI data

India's private sector output reached a six-month high in February, driven by a sharp expansion in services activity, according to the latest HSBC Flash PMI data. The seasonally adjusted HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index rose to 60.6 from 57.7...

February 21, 2025 12:02 PM

Dalai Lama returns to Dharamsala after winter sojourn in south India

Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, returned to his home in Dharamsala on Friday after a month-and-a-half winter sojourn in southern India, his aides confirmed. During his visit, he led prayer services, performed ordinations for 303 monks, and ...

February 21, 2025 10:53 AM

Indian Railways gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela rush

Indian Railways is strengthening crowd management and safety measures to handle the surge in passenger traffic during the final week of the Maha Kumbh Mela. To prevent overcrowding and ensure passenger safety, in the wake of the recent stampede inci...

On the eve of the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, while interacting with the delegates, emphasized the significance of a country’s cultural wealth, with language being its most authentic pillar. He noted that India's vast cultural heritage is unparalleled, stating, "A country is defined by its cultural wealth, its cultural ethos. Bharat, home to one-sixth of humanity, is unique. No country in the world can compare to us, with thousands of years of civilizational ethos." Acknowledging the efforts behind organizing such a significant literary event, he expressed gratitude to the organizers, saying, "It is our bounden duty and, in a sense, a constitutional ordainment from our founding fathers to nurture our culture and languages. This can only be achieved by supporting those who work tirelessly to preserve, disseminate, and expand our literature. I am so happy and delighted that this organization is organizing such a programme; all those associated with it deserve our gratitude." Reflecting on the importance of linguistic freedom in a democratic society, Dhankhar said, "Freedom to think and nurture in our own language is a freedom deeply integrated into our democratic system. I can say with confidence, even from a global perspective, that this is invaluable." He further highlighted Maharashtra’s rich cultural legacy, stating, "Maharashtra is known for its great personalities. If pride is to be defined, it is Maratha pride. If chivalry is to be defined, it is symbolized by Shivaji Maharaj and Rana Pratap." The Vice President also underscored the profound role of language, adding, "Language is not just about literature; it transcends it. Literature reflects the contemporaneous scenario, the challenges of the time, and encapsulates knowledge and wisdom."

February 21, 2025 11:25 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan on February 21 at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The prestigious literary gathering, returning to the national capital after 71 years, will celebrate Marat...

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