Lal Bahadur Shastri

V-P Radhakrishnan, Sonia Gandhi pay tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, Shastri

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Thursday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries, recalling their contributions to uplifting the downtrodden. In a post on X, Radhakrishnan said that through his life and teachings, Gandhi showed the path of truth, love and selfless service to mankind. "His entire life truly was an experiment with truth." The vice president recalled the words of Gandhi that people should contemplate whether their actions will benefit the poorest and weakest man they have seen. In another post, Radhakrishnan said Shastri's life and leadership exemplified simplicity and honesty. He said Shastri's steadfast dedication and moral courage inspired generations to rise above personal interests for the greater good of the country. "His wonderful quote, 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan', reminds us of the inseparable bond between our farmers and soldiers, the essential pillars of India's progress and security," he added. Radhakrishnan sa

PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi, Shastri on birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid his tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, and said his government will follow his path for building a developed India. He said on X, "Gandhi Jayanti is about paying homage to the extraordinary life of beloved Bapu, whose ideals transformed the course of human history. He demonstrated how courage and simplicity could become instruments of great change." Modi said Gandhi believed in the power of service and compassion as essential means of empowering people. He also paid homage to India's second prime minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri, whose birth anniversary, too, fell on Thursday. He lauded him as an extraordinary statesman whose integrity, humility, and determination strengthened India. "He personified exemplary leadership, strength and decisive action. His clarion call of 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan' ignited a spirit of patriotism among our people. He continues to motivate us in the endeavour of building a strong and self-reliant

The voice of farmers: How Subramaniam backed Swaminathan's seed dream

How C Subramaniam's political backing helped MS Swaminathan secure funds for hybrid seed trials, setting the stage for India's Green Revolution and agricultural self-reliance

Sanjeev Chopra's book details Shastri's many contributions to nation, party

The 1965 war, Pakistan's second attempt to seize Kashmir, ended in Tashkent with Lal Bahadur Shastri returning the Haji Pir Pass - a gesture that disappointed even his family

A leader & 19 months: Lal Bahadur Shastri's legacy beyond Tashkent peace

Among Shastri's contributions were the Green Revolution, appointing C Subramaniam as his food minister, and recognising the talent of M S Swaminathan

On moral ground: Railway ministers who resigned after train tragedies

Here's a list of railway ministers who resigned, or offered to resign, following major train tragedies, taking moral responsibility for the incidents

'Desh ke pita nahi': Kangana Ranaut's remarks on Gandhi sparks fresh row

Kangana Ranaut downplayed Gandhi's stature as 'Father of the Nation' on October 2, sparking yet another controversy for the actor-turned-politician

Lal Bahadur Shastri birth anniversary: Top 50 quotes and messages

Today, India marks the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri, the third prime minister. Here are the top 50 quotes by India's third PM

Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti 2024: All about India's third Prime Minister

On October 2, India celebrates Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti, which honours the birth anniversary of India's third prime minister. Shastri is recognized for his slogan, "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan"

Grandson of former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri resigns from Congress, joins BJP

Vibhakar Shastri, Congress leader and grandson of former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri, resigned from the party on Wednesday

Lal Bahadur Shastri Death Anniversary: 10 quotes by India's second PM

India remembers its second Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri, on his 58th death anniversary today. His notable slogan, "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan," uniting soldier and farmer resonates across ages

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'Shastri was someone who could work simultaneously with polar opposites'

According to Ninan, the devaluation of the rupee in 1965 was another example of Shastri's determined decision-making

Lal Bahadhur Shastri oriented country towards self-reliance: TN Governor

The Governor said that India suffered humiliation and was demoralised on defence and food security fronts in the first 17 years of Independence

Vision of Gandhi, Shastri to see India self reliant being realised: V-P

The vision of Mahatma Gandhi and former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri of a self-reliant and economically strong India is being realised in the last few years due to a series of affirmative steps in governance, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Saturday. Noting the initiatives of the government to bolster the skill set of the youth, he also called for further accelerating steps for upgrading their skills in emerging technologies to gain an edge in the competitive global market. "Last month, India overtaking the UK has become the world's fifth-largest economy. Towards the turn of the decade it is poised to becoming the third largest economy in the world," Dhankhar said at the 23rd Lal Bahadur Shastri National awards. He also said that "one wonders why a microscopic segment finds it difficult to relish the growth story and trajectory of Bharat that evokes global recognition"."We have enough to be proud and celebrate," Dhankhar said. The vice president said after all these .

LG points out Delhi CM's absence at Gandhi-Shastri birth anniversary events

Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his ministers of showing "utter disregard" towards the commemoration of Mahatma Gandhi and former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries on October 2. In a letter, the LG said neither Kejriwal nor his ministers were present at Raj Ghat and Vijay Ghat, memorials to Gandhi and Shastri, even as President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and representatives of foreign missions in India among others were there to pay homage. The LG noted that Kejriwal's deputy Manish Sisodia was "perfunctorily present" there for a few minutes, but "did not deem the occasion fit enough to stay the course". The LG also said that such derelictions should be avoided in future.

LIVE: Mulayam Singh Yadav shifted to ICU at Medanta hospital in Gurugram

The 82-year-old former Uttar Pradesh chief minister was admitted for several days but has been shifted to the care unit after his condition became critical on Sunday

UP CM Adityanath pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri

UP CM Yogi Adityanath paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of the 153rd birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation at Gandhi Ashram in Lucknow

PM Modi pays tributes to Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri on birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary and urged everyone to purchase khadi and handicrafts products as a tribute to him. He also fondly remembered India's second prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, whose birth anniversary also falls on October 2, noting that he is admired across the country for his simplicity and decisiveness. In tributes to Gandhi, Prime Minister Modi tweeted, "Paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti . This Gandhi Jayanti is even more special because India is marking Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. May be always live up to Bapu's ideals. I also urge you all to purchase Khadi and handicrafts products as a tribute to Gandhi Ji." In homage to Shastri, he said, "Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji is admired all across India for his simplicity and decisiveness. His tough leadership at a very crucial time of our history will always be remembered. Tributes to him on his Jayanti." The prime minister also shared some glimpses

LBS rank list 2022 released for BSc Nursing, Paramedical programmes

Candidates who had applied for admission can now check and download the provisional LBS rank list 2022 through the official website - lbscentre.kerala.gov.in