On the birth anniversary of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, political leaders across the country paid their respects and remembered his contributions to the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of Opposition Gandhi, and Congress President Kharge all shared heartfelt messages honoring Nehru's values and ideals, which continue to guide India towards progress and inclusivity. Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also highlighted Nehru's unwavering commitment to fearlessness and selfless service in nation-building and urged the public to not be swayed by those who spread fear.
Every year on November 14, India celebrates Children's Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the country's first Prime Minister and a champion of children's rights. This day highlights the importance of children as the future of the nation and pays attention to their education, healthcare, and rights. Learn more about the history, significance, and celebration of Children's Day in this article.
Every year on November 14, India celebrates Children's Day to honor the country's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, on his birth anniversary. Also known as 'Bal Diwas,' this day is a tribute to Nehru's love for children and his vision for a brighter future for the young generation. While the United Nations observes Universal Children's Day on November 20, India chose to dedicate November 14 to demonstrate its commitment to the well-being and development of its children.
The highly anticipated film 'Kanguva', starring Suriya in the titular role, is set to release worldwide on November 14, 2024. But before that, the makers have announced a spectacular audio launch event at Nehru Stadium in Chennai on October 26, 2024. Fans are excitedly waiting to see if the rumored guests Rajinikanth and Prabhas will indeed grace the event, which would be a grand celebration for all. With the talented Devi Sri Prasad as the music composer, and actors Disha Patani and Bobby Deol also in pivotal roles, 'Kanguva' is a must-watch for all action and drama lovers.
The annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race in Alappuzha, Kerala, has begun with 74 boats participating in the heats. Spectators flock to the Punnamada Lake to witness the thrilling race, where 19 traditional Chundan Valloms or snake boats will battle it out on the waters. The race, originally scheduled for August 10, was postponed due to the Wayanad landslides, but now, with additional buses arranged for spectators, the event promises to be a memorable one.
On India's 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest speech to date, speaking for 98 minutes. This marks the third time Modi has hoisted the tricolour and delivered a speech from the iconic Red Fort. His predecessor, Jawaharlal Nehru, holds the record for shortest Independence Day speech at just 14 minutes in 1954.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has surpassed his predecessor, Manmohan Singh, by hoisting the national flag for the 11th time from the Red Fort. This puts Modi at the third spot for the most number of times the tricolour has been hoisted by a prime minister, behind Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. Only two prime ministers, Gulzarilal Nanda and Chandra Shekhar, did not get a chance to hoist the flag during their brief terms in office.
A post on social media alleging that foreigners were staying illegally in India sparked chaos at Kamala Nehru Hospital, leading to the evacuation of the hospital. Three individuals mentioned in the post were taken into custody by the police for questioning. The police are currently investigating the authenticity of their documents and their purpose of visit to Pune. However, BJP leader Ujwala Goud, who shared the post, claims that some people at the hospital reported the presence of these individuals and even claimed that they were armed.
In a fiery speech at the Rajya Sabha, BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi compared PM Modi and Pandit Nehru, showcasing three key differences to highlight Modi's superiority. He mocked the Congress' claims that the two leaders cannot be compared, stating that Modi's leadership qualities far outweigh Nehru's. Trivedi also pointed out how Modi humbly waited to be selected as BJP's prime ministerial candidate, while Nehru was chosen unanimously without receiving a single vote from his party. This further exemplifies the stark contrast between the two leaders, strengthening Trivedi's argument of Modi's unmatched leadership.
An edited video of Jawaharlal Nehru claiming that he was not involved in India's freedom struggle is going viral on social media. However, upon further investigation, it was found that the original video shows Nehru discussing Muhammad Ali Jinnah's views on the freedom struggle. The video was shared by the official channel of Prasar Bharati and clearly debunks the false claim being spread on social media. If you come across any such false information, you can send it to us on WhatsApp or email for fact-checking.