Page 9 - Indian Democracy

Brought positive changes in people's lives through democracy: PM Modi

PM Modi said the BJP-led government has strived in the past eight years to make a positive change in the lives of people and has fostered a strong, resilient and responsible democracy in the country.

Indian democracy global public good, planet's central anchor: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that there are two different designs of governance at play in India, one that stifles voices and the other that listens.

India needs stronger opposition for healthy democracy: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Asserting that India is a vibrant democracy and the elections held in country are free and fair, he said at the national level, there needs to be a strong opposition party, which is currently missing

Indian democracy 'perfect example' of inclusive growth: LS Speaker Om Birla

Indian democracy and its institutions have set a "perfect example" of inclusive growth before the world, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said

In strength of panchayats lies prosperity of new India, says PM Modi

On National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said panchayats are the basic pillar of Indian democracy, in whose strength lies the prosperity of the new India.

A hat tip to Indian democracy at museum dedicated to former PMs

The erstwhile Nehru Museum building, designated as Block I, now has an updated display on the life of Jawaharlal Nehru

Revival of Congress is essential for Indian democracy: Sonia Gandhi

Congress interim President Sonia Gandhi while addressing the parliamentary party on Tuesday said that the revival of the party is essential for democracy

Democracy best suited for diverse country like India: CJI Ramana

Justice Ramana said the police and investigative agencies may have de facto legitimacy, but yet, as institutions, they still have to gain social legitimacy

End Facebook interference in India's democracy: Sonia Gandhi

Congress president Sonia Gandhi urged the government to put an end to the alleged "systematic interference" of Facebook and other social media giants in India's electoral politics.

BJP accounts for 70% of assets declared by national parties: ADR report

Declared assets worth Rs 4,847.78 crore in FY20, according to ADR's analysis

PM Modi calls for higher polling, discussion on 'one nation, one election'

PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed concern over low voting percentage, especially in urban areas considered educated and prosperous, and said this should change in a vibrant democracy like India.

Best of BS Opinion: An unlikely club, the man who will win and more

Here are the best of BS Opinion pieces of the day

Saving democracy

Commitment to liberal rules, at home and abroad, takes effort

Best of BS Opinion: Survival of the friendliest, seeds of a bleak future

Here is the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for Saturday.

New book throws light on Nehru's encounters with contemporaries, opponents

"Nehru: The Debates that Defined India" is co-authored by Tripurdaman Singh and Adeel Hussain

Need to ensure no country tries to exploit Afghan situation: PM Modi at UN

At this time, the people of Afghanistan, women and children, the minorities there, need help, and we must fulfill our responsibility, says Modi

Imperative for India, US to defend democratic principles: Kamala Harris

US Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday said it is imperative that India and the US defend democratic principles and institutions within their respective countries and around the world

Those who believe in democracy, secularism must come together: Pawar

Those who believe in democracy and secularism must come together and draw up a "time-bound action program", NCP supremo Sharad Pawar said after taking part in a virtual meeting of opposition leaders

India has to march ahead with new pledges for next 25 years: Modi

India has to march ahead with new pledges for the next 25 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday while addressing the nation on India's 75th Independence Day. "We have to ensure we meet our goal of building Aatmanirbhar Bharat when we celebrate 100 years of India's Independence," the prime minister said. Modi, who hoisted the tricolour at the historic Red Fort before his speech, stressed that the day should not be merely a ceremony. People can take pride that the world's largest Covid vaccination programme in going on in the country, he said. He lauded doctors, nurses as well those involved in vaccine manufacturing and others involved in fighting COVID-19. Pain was one of greatest tragedies of last century, the prime minister said while asserting that August 14 will be remembered as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. He also lauded India's Olympic contingent, which was present at the Red Fort, and said their performance encouraged the youth of the country.

'Sacrilege in temple of democracy': Naidu gets emotional over ruckus in RS

While Naidu was making the remarks, several opposition members entered the Well to raise slogans on different issues.