New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Former President Ram Nath Kovind said that June 10 marks a special occasion in the history of post-Independence India, as on this date, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surpassed the first PM, Jawaharlal Nehru, to become the country’s longest continuously serving democratically elected head of government. “June 10, 2026, marks a special occasion in the history of India after Independence. On that date, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru to become t…
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Vadodara, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appealed for greater self-reliance in consumption habits and financial discipline, including reduced dependence on imported goods, gold purchases, and fuel consumption, during his address in Vadodara. He urged citizens to support domestic products and strengthen local industries, stating: “Today’s need is to make ‘Vocal for Local’ a mass movement.”He said increased use of foreign goods places pressure on India’s foreign…
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote an OpEd on Friday about his forthcoming visit to Somnath, Gujarat, on May 11, and why this day will always be important in relation to Somnath and the greatness of our civilisation. He paid homage to everyone who endured all sorts of challenges yet always protected Somnath and restored its glory. PM Modi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “Wrote an OpEd about my forthcoming visit to Somnath on 11th May and why this day will always be imp…
Gandhinagar/Surat, May 1 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday linked the state’s development journey to both its historical foundations and its future economic ambitions, as he marked the Gujarat Foundation Day.In his message to citizens in India and abroad, CM Patel placed emphasis on Gujarat’s evolution from a historically shaped region into a modern industrial and technological hub, while outlining a forward-looking growth strategy centred on emerging sectors.“Heartfelt greet…
Junagadh, April 13 (IANS) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi can never understand the suffering of rural poverty or mothers affected by smoke from ‘chulhas’ (stoves), Gujarat Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Jagdish Vishwakarma said on Monday, targeting the party while campaigning for upcoming local body elections in Junagadh district. Addressing ‘Vikas Sankalp Sabha’ gatherings, Vishwakarma said that Rahul Gandhi, “whose roots and maternal family are in Italy”, could not relate to the realities…
New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday expressed regret over his recent remarks during a Kerala election rally in Idukki, where he contrasted “educated and clever” Keralites with “illiterate” people in Gujarat.He claimed that his statements are being “deliberately misinterpreted” and he “never intended” to hurt the sentiments of the people of Gujarat.This came as the statement had triggered backlash from the BJP and Gujarat residents…
Gandhinagar, April 6 (IANS) A political row escalated on Monday after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge drew sharp criticism from the Gujarat government over remarks made at an election rally, with Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi posing a series of pointed questions and demanding an apology. Addressing a rally in Kerala’s Idukki district ahead of Assembly elections, Kharge said that people in the state are “educated and clever” and “cannot be misled”, unlike “those who are ill…
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) A political row has erupted after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks on Gujarat triggered sharp reactions from the BJP, with Congress leader Udit Raj stepping in to defend his party chief.Responding to BJP President Nitin Nabin’s criticism, Udit Raj rejected the argument that citing figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel makes the entire state beyond criticism.“Even members of Gandhi ji’s family, including his children, did not turn out to be …
Ahmedabad, Feb 23 (IANS) Emphasising the role of the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 in shaping future-ready institutions, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday said Gujarat Law Society’s centenary year offers an opportunity to further align higher education with value-based and holistic learning envisioned under the policy. Addressing the inauguration of the centenary year celebrations of Gujarat Law Society (GLS), the Chief Minister said institutions with a legacy of public trust …
Surat, Feb 8 (IANS) Gujarat Congress President Amit Chavda, on Sunday, accused the state government of failing on law and order and alleged large-scale corruption at the Bardoli Sugar factory in Surat district. Addressing the media, Chavda claimed that illegal activities had increased in the Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi’s area, alleging that “bootleggers and anti-social elements have become rampant”.”Residents were complaining that liquor and drugs were destroying the y…