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PM Modi: Rules Should Improve Systems Not Harass Citizens - IndiGo Crisis Highlights Regulatory Impact
Dec 09, 2025 02:32 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the IndiGo flight crisis, emphasizing that government regulations should improve systems rather than burden citizens. The budget airline's massive disruption caused by new flight crew fatigue rules has affected thousands of passengers, prompting government intervention and highlighting the balance between safety regulations and operational efficiency in India's aviation sector.
PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to Congress Leader Sonia Gandhi on Her 79th Birthday
Dec 09, 2025 01:36 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his warm birthday greetings to Sonia Gandhi, the veteran Congress leader in Parliament, wishing her good health and longevity. The former Congress president, who led the 139-year-old party for nearly two decades before handing over leadership to her son Rahul Gandhi in 2017, celebrated her birthday on December 9.
PM Modi Welcomes UNESCO's 20th Intangible Cultural Heritage Session at India's Historic Red Fort
Dec 09, 2025 02:42 am CST
India hosts the 20th session of UNESCO's Committee on Intangible Cultural Heritage at the iconic Red Fort in New Delhi, bringing together delegates from over 150 nations to preserve living cultural traditions. Prime Minister Modi celebrates this milestone event that coincides with the 20th anniversary of India's ratification of the 2003 UNESCO Convention.
Bankim Chandra's Family Praises PM Modi's Recognition of 'Vande Mataram' Legacy on 150th Anniversary
Dec 09, 2025 01:39 am CST
The family of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, composer of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram', has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for commemorating the song's 150th anniversary. Grandson Sajal Chattopadhyay expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government for neglecting his grandfather's legacy while calling for greater recognition nationwide through institutions similar to those honoring Rabindranath Tagore.
Rajnath Singh Criticizes Congress for Marginalizing Vande Mataram in Parliament Address
Dec 08, 2025 09:25 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivered a strong critique of Congress in Parliament, accusing them of marginalizing the national song Vande Mataram through appeasement politics dating back to Nehru's era. During the 150th anniversary discussion, Singh emphasized the song's historical significance as "the essence of nationalism" and called for restoring its rightful place in national consciousness.
Priyanka Gandhi Defends Congress Against PM Modi's Claims on Vande Mataram's 150th Anniversary
Dec 08, 2025 08:13 pm CST
The article covers the parliamentary debate on the 150th anniversary of India's national song "Vande Mataram," highlighting the political dispute between Congress and BJP. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defends her great-grandfather Jawaharlal Nehru against PM Modi's claims that Congress surrendered to the Muslim League by truncating the song. The piece details historical context, including correspondence between Nehru, Subhas Bose, and Rabindranath Tagore regarding the adoption of specific stanzas of Vande Mataram as the national song.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Defends National Song and Nehru's Legacy in Parliament's 150-Year Vande Mataram Commemoration
Dec 08, 2025 07:15 pm CST
In a passionate address during the Lok Sabha's special discussion marking 150 years of Vande Mataram, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defended the national song's significance while criticizing the government for diverting attention from current issues. She highlighted Nehru's contributions to institutions like ISRO and AIIMS, challenged ongoing criticisms of the former prime minister, and called for substantive debate on pressing national concerns rather than historical distractions.
PM Modi Commemorates 150 Years of Vande Mataram: How the National Song Shaped India's Freedom Journey
Dec 08, 2025 05:26 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the historical significance of 'Vande Mataram' on its 150th anniversary, highlighting how this powerful mantra inspired India's freedom fighters, united the nation against colonial rule, and continues to symbolize patriotic resilience despite challenges like the Emergency period. Modi emphasizes that the national song represents not just political freedom but a complete liberation from colonial influence.
PM Modi Highlights Vande Mataram's Role in India's Freedom Struggle During 150th Anniversary Commemoration
Dec 08, 2025 04:34 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the parliamentary discussion commemorating the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, emphasizing the national song's crucial role as a "sacred war cry" during India's independence movement. During his speech, a linguistic correction regarding how to address composer Bankim Chandra Chatterjee highlighted cultural sensitivities while PM Modi detailed how the British authorities banned the powerful anthem that became instrumental in India's freedom struggle.
Rahul Gandhi's Four-Word Response to Parliament's Historic 'Vande Mataram' Debate: Political Tensions Rise
Dec 08, 2025 04:07 pm CST
In a significant parliamentary session marking the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram', Congress leader Rahul Gandhi responded with just four words: "Priyanka ka bhashan suno" (Listen to Priyanka Gandhi's speech). This comes amid escalating political tensions between Congress and BJP over the national song's historical treatment, with PM Modi criticizing Congress's 1937 decisions while the opposition defends its actions as based on Rabindranath Tagore's advice.