New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, led the ceremonial celebrations of the 30th Anniversary of the iconic Indian Air Force formation aerobatic team, Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT), by flying with the pilots, an official said on Thursday.The event to mark the Team’s 30th Anniversary was held at Air Force Station Bidar on May 26 and the occasion commemorated three glorious decades of inspiring the nation through precision aerobatics and exceptional ai…
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New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Thursday exhorted citizens to adopt public transport in a bigger way and set an example by himself travelling in the Metro’s North-South corridor to participate in an official engagement, said an official. Sandhu’s public transport ride also allowed him to interact freely with co-commuters, with some even requesting selfies.In a message on X, Sandhu said, “Experiencing the pulse of the city, yet again, through its Metr…
New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Days after making a fervent appeal to the people to prepare for the ‘challenging period’ resulting from the West Asia conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is walking the talk in setting new benchmarks — a move that is likely to resonate positively with the public in advancing the message of austerity.The Prime Minister has significantly reduced his convoy size and also directed the Special Protection Group (SPG), the elite force entrusted with his security, to curtail…
Amaravati, May 11 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has said that the Somnath temple is an enduring symbol of India’s civilisational spirit, reflecting the sacrifice and devotion of those who have defended and rebuilt it over the centuries. The Chief Minister shared his thoughts on X in response to PM Modi’s post, in which he performed Mahapuja on Monday to mark the completion of 75 years of the temple’s restoration.“Ours is a land where faith is respected and…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the “spirit of Bhakti and Shakti” displayed by the Indian Air Force during the air show at the Somnath Temple filled every heart with deep joy as the skies witnessed what he called a “magnificent confluence of pride and valour”. The Indian Air Force’s Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed a special air show over the Somnath Temple on Monday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of the ‘Somnath Amru…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the restoration of Somnath Temple in 1951 marked the “proclamation of India’s spirit of independence”, while also sending a message to the world that the country has moved forward on the path of reclaiming its ancient glory. He participated in various ceremonies at the Somnath Temple during the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations marking 75 years since the inauguration of the reconstructed temple. The event commemorate…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday released a commemorative postage stamp and a special Rs 75 coin during a public gathering held as part of the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district.The releases took place after the Prime Minister participated in religious ceremonies, including the Kumbhabhishek and Dhwaj Puja, at the Somnath Temple, marking 75 years of the reconstructed temple.The commemorative stamp and coin were unveiled duri…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) The Indian Air Force’s Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed a special air show over the Somnath Temple on Monday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ celebrations marking 75 years of the reconstruction of the temple.The aerial display was organised alongside the religious ceremonies and commemorative events at the Somnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and an important Hindu pilgrimage site.The SKAT carried…
Gir Somnath, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that he feels blessed to attend the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district as the shrine celebrated the 75th anniversary of its reconstruction in 1951. Sharing a video in a post on X, PM Modi said, “Jai Somnath! Feeling blessed to be here, when we are marking 75 years since the rebuilt temple opened its doors for devotees.”The attached video shows the Prime Minister walking with joined hands through a ceremo…
New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) BJP leaders on Monday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, while slamming the previous Congress-led governments for “destroying the Sanatan culture” by what they described as appeasement of a specific community. PM Modi is scheduled to participate in the Sanatan Amrut Mahotsav marking 75 years since the reconstruction and inauguration of the historic Somnath Temple. Calling the occasion a proud moment for the country and …