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Vice President Dhankhar warns against divisive forces, stresses need to preserve national unity
New Delhi, February 8: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday issued a stern warning against divisive forces in India, urging a strong response to those attempting to create rifts based on caste and regionalism.
India a pluralistic democracy, cannot become a one-religion nation, says Siddaramaiah
Kodagu, (Karnataka) Jan 31: Noting many people call India a one-religion nation, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday stressed that India is a secular, democratic, and pluralistic country, and cannot be transformed into a sovereign nation of a single religion.
'One Nation One Election' linked to future of youth, there should be discussion across country: PM Modi at NCC rally
New Delhi, January 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly pitched for 'One Nation, One Election' proposal and urged people to become part of the debate in large numbers, saying there should be a wide discussion so that the country can move in the right direction.
Today is a day to remember constitution-makers: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami
Dehradun, January 26: On the occasion of Republic Day, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasised that the day is a moment to "honour the Constitution-makers" and freedom fighters "who contributed to India's independence."
Cultural Program marks 76th Republic Day celebrations at Raj Bhavan in Agartala
Agartala, January 26: The 76th Republic Day of India was celebrated with grandeur at Raj Bhavan in Agartala, where a special cultural program was organised in the presence of Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu, Chief Minister Manik Saha, and several prominent dignitaries.
Jharkhand Governor hoists Tricolour in Ranchi, calls for inclusive nation building
Ranchi, Jan 26: On the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar hoisted the Tricolour at the city's Morabadi ground, where a grand parade and tableaux showcasing government schemes were organized.
Republic Day: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unfurls Tricolor at his residence in Delhi
New Delhi, January 26: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday unfurled the national flag at his residence in Delhi on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Governor Acharya Devvrat extend Republic Day greetings in 'At Home' Program
Gandhinagar, January 26: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat extended greetings to the people on the eve of 76th Republic Day on Saturday.
Modern republic of India is more capable, prosperous: LS Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, Jan 26: On the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended his heartfelt wishes to the nation, emphasising the significant progress the country has made over the past 75 years and remarked that the modern republic of India has become more capable and prosperous.
India's democracy is a unique example for modern world: President Droupadi Murmu at National Voters' Day
New Delhi, January 25: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said that voters should exercise their right to vote by rising above all kinds of "narrow-mindedness, discrimination and temptation." The President said this while addressing the 15th National Voters' Day celebrations in the national capital.
Constitution provides ultimate foundation of our collective identity as Indians: President Murmu in R-Day Address
New Delhi, January 25: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday emphasized that the Constitution serves as the ultimate foundation of India's collective identity and binds people together as one family.
National Voters' Day is about celebrating India's vibrant democracy: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday emphasised the significance of National Voters' Day, describing it as a celebration of India's vibrant democracy.
Himanta Biswa Sarma to become first Assam CM to participate in Republic Day celebrations in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh, January 24: Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to become the first sitting Chief Minister of Assam to participate in Republic Day celebrations in Dibrugah.
Bihar: Presiding Officers' Conference concludes in Patna
Patna, Jan 21: The 85th Conference of Presiding Officers of Indian Legislative Bodies concluded on Tuesday after a two-day session held in the Bihar Legislature in Patna.
Our responsibility to run Houses in accordance with constitutional values: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, January 20: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed concern and anguish on the planned disruption of house proceedings, a trend of decline in the number of sittings and erosion of dignity and decorum of Legislatures, as per a statement from the Lok Sabha Secretariat.
Impartiality in functioning is strength of Lok Sabha Secretariat: Speaker Birla
New Delhi, January 13: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday observed that impartiality in functioning is the strength of the Lok Sabha Secretariat.
No living mortal entitled to your respect unless you see virtue in them: Vice President Dhankhar's message to youth
Gurugram, January 12: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday, opened up opn the crucial role of bureaucracy in bringing transformation in the country, and called on the youth to make India's parliamentarians discharge their constitutional ordainment.
VIP Culture an aberration, it should've no place in society: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar
Dharmasthala, January 7: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday criticized the prevalence of VIP culture, particularly in religious institutions, emphasizing that such practices contradict the principles of equality and divinity.