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Congress-AAP’s Unity Strongly Needed, Should Have Fought Delhi Polls Together: Amartya Sen

Congress-AAP’s Unity Strongly Needed, Should Have Fought Delhi Polls Together: Amartya Sen

New Delhi: Advocating a “strong need” for unity between the Congress and the Aam Admi Party (AAP), Nobel laureate Professor Amartya Sen said that the two parties should have fought the Delhi elections together with mutually agreed commitments. Speaking to PTI during an exclusive interview at his ancestral home here in West Bengal’s Birbhum district, Sen also said that if secularism in India were to survive, there would not only have to be unity but also agreement on things that had made India an excellent example of pluralism. “I don’t think the result of the Delhi elections should be exaggerated, but it certainly has its significance. And if the AAP had won there, that victory would have carried its own weight,” Sen told PTI. Delving deeper into the reasons behind AAP’s setback, the eminent economist said that one factor is the “lack of unity among those who did not want a Hindutva-oriented government in Delhi”. “If you look at the numbers in many seats, the margin of BJP’s advantage over the AAP was less, sometimes …

‘No Discrimination In Mahakumbh’: Yogi Adityanath’s Unity Message

‘No Discrimination In Mahakumbh’: Yogi Adityanath’s Unity Message

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today thanked the media for telling the world the facts about the Mahakumbh, which has brought people from all corners of the globe to participate in the celebration of Sanatana Dharma. “Everyone wants to take a dip in the Sangam,” Yogi Adityanath told NDTV Editor-in-Chief Sanjay Pugalia in the special show Mahakumbh Samvaad. “I want people to go and see for themselves. The media has worked positively to take this message to the world,” the UP Chief Minister said. “This is a Maha Parv. You must have seen on January 14, nearly six crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam. This message of unity was given by Mahakumbh. There was no discrimination. People who used to criticise Sanatana Dharma say they have come to see this,” Yogi Adityanath said. He said his motivation is to work with people who believe in Sanatana Dharma. A large number of devotees came to Prayagraj ahead of Mauni Amavasya, the biggest snan (bathing day) of the two-month-long religious gathering. With the …

Republic Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Wishes Countrymen, Says ‘Our Journey Is Rooted In Democracy, Dignity & Unity’

Republic Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Wishes Countrymen, Says ‘Our Journey Is Rooted In Democracy, Dignity & Unity’

Happy Republic Day 2025 Live Updates: As the nation comes together to celebrate the pride and spirit of Republic Day today (January 26), Kartavya Path in the heart of the capital will host a grand parade showcasing India’s strength and unity. The parade will feature contingents from the Indian Armed Forces and paramilitary forces, with a total of 18 marching units, 15 bands, and 31 tableaux on display. It will begin at 10:30 am. The event will begin with Prime Minister Narendra Modi performing a wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial, followed by President Droupadi Murmu hoisting the Indian flag at Kartavya Path, marking the start of the Republic Day parade. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest for the occasion. At least 10,000 special guests have been invited from across the country and a total of 7,70,000 passes and tickets have been issued. Each year, the government selects a theme for the Republic Day celebrations, and this year’s theme is “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas” (Golden India: Heritage and Progress). Disclaimer: …

‘There is no greater message of unity and harmony than Maha Kumbh’: Amit Shah | Latest News India

‘There is no greater message of unity and harmony than Maha Kumbh’: Amit Shah | Latest News India

The Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj reflects India’s unity and harmony, Union home minister Amit Shah said in Guarat’s Ahmedabad on Thursday. Union home minister Amit Shah at an event in Ahmedabad on Thursday. (PTI Photo) “There is no greater message of harmony and unity in the entire world than the Kumbh,” he said while inaugurating the Hindu Adhyatmik Aur Seva Mela. Shah described the Maha Kumbh as an awe inspiring event where millions gather, transcending barriers of caste, religion, and community, and return spiritually awakened. He urged the people of Gujarat to visit the Maha Kumbh, emphasising its cultural and spiritual significance. “Every person who goes there comes back home after taking a dip in the Ganga, awakening virtue and purifying himself,” he said. Shah said the Hindu Adhyatmik Aur Seva Mela is a vital initiative, bringing together over 200 Seva Sansthas on a single platform to preserve and promote Indian family values, culture, and traditions. He lauded the resilience of India’s family system and said, “Despite numerous invasions and a long period of slavery, …

Modi pays tribute to Netaji, says unity key for Viksit Bharat as it was for Swaraj | Latest News India

Modi pays tribute to Netaji, says unity key for Viksit Bharat as it was for Swaraj | Latest News India

NEW DELHI: Unity among people is as significant for a Viksit Bharat (developed India) today as it was for Swaraj (independence), Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, urging people to stay vigilant against those who seek to weaken the country and disrupt its unity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays floral tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, at Samvidhan Sadan in New Delhi on Thursday (ANI) Paying tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, observed as Parakram Diwas, Modi said that there is a favourable environment for India’s progress globally, and the world is watching how India makes the 21st century its own. He stressed the need to draw inspiration from Bose and said, “Today when we are engaged in achieving the resolution of developed India, the legacy of life of Netaji Subhas will constantly inspire us.” Pointing to the Azad Hind Fauj assembled by Bose for the country’s independence, Modi said that despite speaking different languages, their shared sentiment was the country’s freedom. He added that Bose’s …

Proposed classification of SCs poses threat to national unity, says Chinta Mohan

Proposed classification of SCs poses threat to national unity, says Chinta Mohan

Senior Congress leader Chinta Mohan addressing a press conference in Kakinada on Wednesday. Former Union Minister and Congress leader Chinta Mohan on Wednesday alleged that the proposed classification of Scheduled Castes poses a threat to national unity, and cautioned that going ahead with the initiative would split the country into north and south regions within two decades. Speaking at a press conference, Mr. Mohan opposed the formation of a single-member Commission by the Andhra Pradesh government to study the classification of SCs, and said the SCs must remain united in order to put an end to the proposed classification exercise in the State. He urged immediate action to protect SC unity, prevent privatisation, and ensure equitable financial policies. He linked Andhra Pradesh’s bifurcation into Andhra and Telangana to caste-based divisions and accused the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) of exploiting caste rifts for their own agendas.  He condemned efforts to privatise the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, a project he credited to the struggles of farmers and laborers and the Congress Party’s leadership under Indira Gandhi. He accused corporate …

‘Maha Kumbh Symbol Of Unity In Diversity’: PM Modi In First Mann Ki Baat Of 2025

‘Maha Kumbh Symbol Of Unity In Diversity’: PM Modi In First Mann Ki Baat Of 2025

Last Updated:January 19, 2025, 11:25 IST Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the first Mann Ki Baat of 2025 and touched upon various topics, including Maha Kumbh and Republic Day celebrations this month. Mann Ki Baat’s first episode was aired on October 3, 2014, on the occasion of Vijayadashami. (Image: News18) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, stating that it is a symbol of “unity in diversity”, and lauded the youths for taking part in the historic religious event in large numbers. “It is true that when the young generation proudly joins its civilization, then its roots become stronger and its golden future is assured,” PM Modi said in the first Mann Ki Baat of 2025. The Prime Minister’s monthly radio show is aired on the last Sunday of every month, however, it was put on air on the third Sunday this month due to the celebration of Republic Day which falls on Sunday next week. “I wish all countrymen a happy republic day in advance,” …

Mahakumbh 2025| It’s a beautiful feeling of unity in diversity: Adah Sharma

Mahakumbh 2025| It’s a beautiful feeling of unity in diversity: Adah Sharma

Jan 19, 2025 09:23 AM IST Adah Sharma talks about her recent Mahakumbh visit, her first, and how the confluence of people and their faith showcases the cultural richness of our country For her first experience of Mahakumbh, actor Adah Sharma went without her phone. “As actors, we are always having our pictures clicked and then sharing them with the world. This time, I thought let’s do it differently and though I did allow people to take selfies with me, I decided to not have my phone on me. I wanted to be present in the moment and felt phone would distract me. When we have a phone on us, we start seeing things through the phone camera,” she explains. Adah Sharma at Mahakumbh 2025 While her mother was at the previous Kumbh and she stayed for 40 days, this was Sharma’s first time. She recited the Shiv Tandav Stotram live on a stage at an events in Pragyaraj (Uttar Pradesh). “There were so many people… maybe lakhs. My connection to Lord Shiva, is something …

Amitabh Bachchan points out unity in mourning deaths of 4 legends

Amitabh Bachchan points out unity in mourning deaths of 4 legends

Early on Friday morning, legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan took to social media to share a post remembering the legends the country lost in 2024. Entrepreneur Ratan Tata, Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, former PM Dr Manmohan Singh and filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away in the second half of 2024. They made invaluable contribution to the growth of the country in their respective fields. Bachchan shared a cartoon that paid tribute to them.  Sharing a art work by cartoonist Satish Acharya paying homage to Hussain, Tata, Benegal and Dr Singh, Amitabh Bachhan wrote in the caption, “The picture says it all”.  The picture shows the four legends sitting in heaven doing what they love the most. While Zakir Hussain can be seen playing the tabla, Shyam Benegal can be seen operating a camera. Ratan Tata can be seen feeding dogs while Dr Singh can be seen working towards nation building.  The caption in the picture read- “A Parsi, a Muslim, a Sikh and Hindu passed away in 2024 and the whole nation mourned and remembered them only …

“Captain Has Shown…”: On Rohit Sharma ‘Opting Out’ Of 5th Test, Jasprit Bumrah’s Major ‘Team Unity’ Revelation

“Captain Has Shown…”: On Rohit Sharma ‘Opting Out’ Of 5th Test, Jasprit Bumrah’s Major ‘Team Unity’ Revelation

It’s official now. Rohit Sharma is not playing the fifth India vs Australia Test in Sydney. Jasprit Bumrah, who had led India to victory in the first Test of the five-match series in Perth, walked out for the toss along with Australia captain Pat Cummins in Sydney on Friday morning. Surprisingly, Bumrah was not asked in details about Rohit Sharma’s absence by commentator and former India coach Ravi Shastri. Later, visuals showed Rohit having a light chat with India coach Gautam Gambhir.    Bumrah revealed that Rohit had opted out of the match. “Our captain has shown leadership by opting to rest in this game. That shows there’s a lot of unity in this team. There’s no selfishness. Whatever is in the team’s best interest we are looking to do that. Two changes, Rohit has opted to rest and Akash Deep is injured so Prasidh comes in,” Jasprit Bumrah said at the toss. “We’ve played some really good cricket in this series. The last match was pretty exciting. hopefully we can put up …