PM Modi asks Nandan Nilekani-led task force to prepare roadmap for exam reforms
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the constitution of a task force on exam reforms under Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani. Prime Minister Modi said that the report of the task force will be used for taking steps to ensure the credibility of upcoming examinations. The decision to rope in […]
Nandan Nilekani panel formed to ‘fix’ PM Modi’s ‘image’: Congress
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) The Congress on Sunday dismissed the constitution of a task force on exam reforms, headed by Nandan Nilekani, as an exercise aimed to “fix” Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “compromised image”. Jairam Ramesh, Congress MP and General Secretary in-charge Communications, took to social media to criticise the creation of the task […]
PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss urges Centre to ban social media for children under 16
Chennai, July 26 (IANS) PMK president Dr Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Union government to enact a nationwide law prohibiting children below the age of 16 from using social media, arguing that such a measure is essential to safeguard their physical health, mental well-being and academic future. In a statement, Anbumani welcomed France’s decision to […]
PM Modi’s mention of tribal music instrument in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ fills Tripura with pride: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, July 26 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly “Mann Ki Baat” programme has earned widespread acceptance among the people, who now eagerly await its broadcast every month, and described the Prime Minister’s mention of Tripura’s traditional musical instrument, the Chongpreng, as a moment of immense […]
Amarnath Yatra surpasses 4 lakh milestone in 24 days
Srinagar, July 26 (IANS) The number of pilgrims performing the ongoing Amarnath Ji Yatra so far crossed the four lakh milestone on Sunday since it started on July 3. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who is also the Chairman of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) that manages the affairs of the […]
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta hails PM Modi’s measures to improve exam system
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday hailed the measures announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen the integrity, transparency and credibility of the examination system. Along with a video message on social media platform X, Chief Minister Gupta said, “India’s youth deserve a future built on fairness, transparency […]
Harivansh asks new RS members to protect digital devices from cyber attacks
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh on Sunday cautioned newly-elected members against cyber-attacks and unauthorised access to their official digital devices, describing login credentials as assets of the House. Delivering the valedictory speech at the two-day orientation workshop ‘Prarambh’ for the new members, Harivansh highlighted the impact of the technological revolution […]
Assam CM welcomes PM Modi’s high-powered task force on examination reforms
Guwahati, July 26 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to constitute a high-powered task force to strengthen the country’s examination system, saying the initiative would reinforce transparency, integrity and merit in public examinations. In a post on X, Sarma said, “I wholeheartedly welcome this excellent decision […]
Praja Bhavan comes alive with grand Ashada Bonalu celebrations
Hyderabad, July 26 (RAHNUMA): The rich cultural heritage and traditions of Telangana came alive at Praja Bhavan on Sunday as the Ashada Bonalu festival was celebrated with grand fervour and religious devotion. Transformed to evoke the charm and warmth of a traditional Telangana village, the Praja Bhavan premises reverberated with chants praising Goddess Ammavaru, rhythmic […]
PM’s Mann Ki Baat inspires citizen participation in nation-building: Kishan
Hyderabad, July 26 (RAHNUMA): Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly Mann Ki Baat programme has, for over a decade, served as a platform to communicate with citizens on a wide range of social, developmental and national issues. Reacting to the latest episode of Mann Ki […]
