Leaders of India, including President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, paid tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his sixth death anniversary. Vajpayee, who passed away in 2018, was a renowned leader and a towering figure in Indian politics, who made history as the first non-Congress Prime Minister to complete a full term in office. His contributions and vision continue to be remembered and honored by the nation.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with other dignitaries paid tributes to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. Vajpayee, known for his exemplary oratory skills, was crucial in forming alliances for his party in the coalition era of the 90s and made history by becoming the first BJP Prime Minister. His leadership from 1998 to 2004 is remembered for bringing about reforms and development in the infrastructure sector. Vajpayee passed away in 2018 at the age of 93.
The Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole visited the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Seva Atal Setu in Navi Mumbai to inspect cracks that have appeared on the bridge. The bridge, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year, has been used by more than 70,000 vehicles daily. The inspection by the Congress chief is seen as a political move, as the state gears up for upcoming elections. The development comes amid other controversies surrounding Patole and the Congress party.
In a surprising admission, former Pakistan premier Nawaz Sharif acknowledged that Pakistan had violated a 1999 peace agreement with India signed by him and ex-prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Sharif also revealed the internal challenges he faced during his tenure, including pressure from military influences and attempts to topple his government. In his speech, Sharif referenced the Kargil conflict initiated under Gen Musharraf, leading to the Kargil War just a few months after the historic Lahore Declaration.
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's admission of his country's violation of the 1999 Lahore Declaration, signed with India's Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, comes as a shock to India. The declaration, aimed at fostering peace between the two nations, outlined important steps for improving bilateral relations and addressing the longstanding Kashmir conflict. However, the declaration was breached by Pakistan after conducting nuclear tests in 1998, leading to a war with India. This rare acknowledgement by Sharif comes 25 years after the war, during a PML-N general council meeting.
The annual celebration of National Technology Day on May 11 honors the significant contributions of Indian scientists, engineers, and researchers who have advanced the country's technological landscape. This date holds particular significance as it marks India's achievement of becoming a nuclear power in 1998, with the leadership of a renowned aero scientist, the successful test flight of an indigenous aircraft, and the test firing of a surface-to-air missile. The establishment of this day in 1999 by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee highlights India's progress in the field of technology and its rising stature in the world.
The five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians are in a do-or-die situation as they take on the Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. With their star players struggling for form, Mumbai Indians need to step up and win all their remaining matches to stay in the competition. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson's impressive performances for the Rajasthan Royals have earned him a spot in the Indian T20 World Cup squad, while Shubman Gill's underwhelming IPL performance has cost him a place in the team. Captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are expected to lead the team, with Hardik Pandya being named as vice-captain. However, spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan believes that flat tracks and lack of spin have made it difficult for spinners to make an impact in this IPL season.
The IPL 2024 match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has been highly anticipated by fans and experts alike. Currently, with only a few points separating them on the points table, both teams will be looking to secure a win. In their previous three meetings, each team has emerged victorious once, with one match being abandoned due to weather. The match will take place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow and will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
In an exciting match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, DC came out victorious thanks to a strong partnership between Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubb. Despite LSG's reputation of being good at defending totals, DC was able to chase down 167 with ease. LSG will have to re-evaluate their strategies after their second loss in the tournament.
In an exclusive interview with Rediff.com, Lal Kishenchand Advani's daughter, Pratibha Advani, opens up about her father's controversial resignation from the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2005. She reveals that she was angry when her father was criticized for his comments on Mohammad Ali Jinnah and shares her admiration for her father's emotional relationship with former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.