Dhaka, March 26 (IANS) As Bangladesh marks Independence Day on Thursday, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina alleged that anti-independence forces — supported by “domestic and foreign conspiracies” — are attempting to erode the ideals of the country’s 1971 Liberation War against Pakistan. “Today, the country is passing through a difficult and challenging time. After overcoming many obstacles and moving the nation toward prosperity, certain anti-independence forces — backed by domestic and …
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Dhaka, March 26 (IANS) Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday paid homage to the 1971 Liberation War martyrs by laying wreaths at the National Memorial, marking the country’s 56th Independence and National Day. Following the wreath-laying, the President and PM observed a moment of silence as a mark of respect to the memories of the Liberation War martyrs. Both leaders also signed the visitors’ book at the memorial premises, local media reported.Th…
Dhaka, March 26 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Awami League on Thursday reiterated its commitment to uphold the principles of the 1971 Liberation War, defend democratic values, and pursue economic emancipation on the occasion of the country’s 56th Independence Day.The nation observes Independence Day and National Day on March 26 in honour of the freedom fighters who laid down their lives for the country’s independence, local media reported.The armed struggle for independence commenced in the early hour…
Washington, Feb 20 (IANS) Popular African American singer Mary Millben has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi “came out of this with the better deal” in the recently concluded US–India trade negotiations, arguing that patience and diplomacy gave India the upper hand.In an exclusive interview with IANS in Washington after a performance at the Trump Kennedy Center, Millben said, “It’s great that a deal is finally in place. I certainly applaud the President (Trump) and Prime Minister Modi on…
New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp critique of the Congress during his reply to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s address in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, accusing past Congress-led governments of lacking vision, thought, and willpower as evidenced by their Independence Day speeches from the Red Fort.In his address amid the ongoing parliamentary tensions, including Opposition walkouts and protests earlier in the session, PM Modi said that analysing the spe…
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) A day ahead of Republic Day, the Centre announced the names of officers and personnel nationwide who have been selected for gallantry and service medals. Among them, Madhya Pradesh stood out, with four officers receiving the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 17 personnel awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM).As announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, a press release said that their selection highlights the state’s strong traditi…
New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Visits to Rashtrapati Bhavan (Circuit-1) here will remain closed for public from January 21 to 29 due to the upcoming Republic Day Parade and Beating Retreat Ceremony, an official of the President’s Secretariat said on Saturday. Normally, Rashtrapati Bhavan Main Building is open for public viewing from Tuesday to Sunday (except on Gazetted holidays) in seven time slots between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.The Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum Complex is also open for visitors from Tue…
New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, on Monday, released the Urdu compilation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day speeches, describing it as a step towards linguistic inclusion. Addressing the gathering, Union Minister Pradhan said that in the Prime Minister’s addresses, initiatives such as ‘Antyodaya’ (uplifting the last person), welfare of the poor, Swachh Bharat, national unity, and the aspirations of 140 crore Indians are emphasised, reflecting …
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