Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be celebrating India's 78th Independence Day at the Red Fort in Delhi in 2024. The theme for this year's celebrations will be 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' which focuses on the government's efforts towards developing the country by 2047. Around 6,000 special guests have been invited to attend the event, including youth, farmers, tribal communities, and women who have excelled in various fields with the help of government initiatives. The Indian contingent from the recently-concluded Paris Olympics, traditional attired guests from different states and union territories, and winners of online competitions will also be a part of the grand ceremony. Near the end, the Prime Minister will be received by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth, and Defense Secretary Giridhar Aramane and will be greeted by the Guard of Honour consisting of personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Delhi Police.
Tribal rights activist and Padma Shri recipient Kamala Pujari passed away at the age of 61. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and recognized Pujari's dedication towards promoting organic farming and protecting indigenous seeds. Pujari's contribution to empowering tribal communities was also highlighted as PM Modi paid his respects to the late activist. Pujari's death was due to a cardiac arrest, following her hospitalization for fever and age-related ailments.
The newly crowned T20 Cricket World Champions of the world have arrived back to their home, India, after their historic win in the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados. The cricket team paid a visit to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi before heading to Mumbai for the victory parade. Indian captain Virat Kohli shared his thoughts on meeting and thanking PM Modi on his instagram post saying, "What a great honour meeting Shri Narendra Modi ji today."
The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, expressed commendation for the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Artist Workshop held at Purana Qila in New Delhi. The event brought together over 50,000 artists who showcased their talents and love for art. PM Modi acknowledged the efforts put into organizing such a grand event and congratulated all the participants.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and various other politicians have expressed their condolences on the death of legendary ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas. The singer, who was suffering from cancer, passed away at the age of 72. PM Modi called Udhas a beacon of Indian music and said his melodies transcended generations, while other celebrities paid tribute to the Padma Shri awardee on social media.
India's Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has sent his best wishes to the people of Arunachal Pradesh on their Statehood Day, highlighting their significant contributions to the country's development and rich cultural traditions. He also expressed his hope for continued prosperity for the state. In related news, PM Modi has also unveiled multiple development projects worth over Rs 32,000 crore in Jammu and Kashmir, and greeted the people of Mizoram on their Statehood Day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other officials, laid the foundation stone of Hindu shrine Shri Kalki Dham in UP's Sambhal district. PM Modi was seen taking part in the puja rituals as part of the foundation stone laying ceremony. In other political news, Congress leader Ashok Chavan joining the BJP and the buzz of Kamal Nath potentially switching to BJP were also in the headlines.