News for 'mann-ki-baat'

#SelfieWithDaughter: The man who started it all

#SelfieWithDaughter: The man who started it all

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Last month, Sunil Jaglan launched the "selfie with daughter campaign", asking parents from all across the country to send in selfies clicked with their daughters. Much to Jaglan's astonishment, his selfie initiative found mention in Modi's Mann Ki Baat radio address. his phone hasn't stopped ringing ever since

Rajnath to lead all-party team to troubled Kashmir on September 4

Rajnath to lead all-party team to troubled Kashmir on September 4

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

The delegation is expected to meet a cross section of people, individuals and organisations in its efforts to bring peace in the Valley.

Those trying to spread hate in Kashmir won't succeed: PM

Those trying to spread hate in Kashmir won't succeed: PM

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

In his monthly 'Mann ki baat' broadcast, he said the "Back to village" programme held in June in Jammu and Kashmir saw enthusiastic participation of villagers everywhere.

Bedi's 'Dil ki Baat' radio show among BJP's poll promises

Bedi's 'Dil ki Baat' radio show among BJP's poll promises

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

BJP's Kiran Bedi said she will launch her own 'Dil ki Baat' to directly connect with Delhiites if the party comes to power in the national capital.

'You may not have won the final but you've won 1.25 billion Indian hearts'

'You may not have won the final but you've won 1.25 billion Indian hearts'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

Don't feel burdened by World Cup defeat: PM to Women's cricket team

'Atmosphere not conducive for Indo-Pak cricket'

'Atmosphere not conducive for Indo-Pak cricket'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Anurag Thakur said the atmosphere between India and Pakistan is not conducive for cricket right now and stressed on the importance of creating a good environment before resumption of the proposed bilateral series.

Village pradhan or PM, no one above law: Modi asks to follow COVID-19 rules

Village pradhan or PM, no one above law: Modi asks to follow COVID-19 rules

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The prime minister appealed to citizens for making a renewed commitment to adherence to norms and regulations governing the lockdown restrictions

Befitting reply to those eyeing India's territory: PM on Ladakh face-off

Befitting reply to those eyeing India's territory: PM on Ladakh face-off

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

The world has seen India's strength and commitment to protecting its borders and sovereignty, he said and paid rich tributes to the 20 soldiers who were killed during a violent clash with Chinese troops.

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die; passes 'record' 18 bills

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die; passes 'record' 18 bills

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

The winter session of Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Tuesday after passing 18 legislations, including amendment bills on amend coal mines allocation and labour laws, in 22 sittings.

VIP culture to be replaced by EPI -- Every Person is Important -- culture: PM

VIP culture to be replaced by EPI -- Every Person is Important -- culture: PM

Rediff.com30 Apr 2017

He said the red beacon had become a symbol of VIP culture which had crept in the mindset of those using it.

PM says Budget 2016 is his 'exam'

PM says Budget 2016 is his 'exam'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Modi said he was "full of confidence" ahead of his "exam", the Budget, by 125 crore people

Disabled community urges Modi not to call them 'divyaang'

Disabled community urges Modi not to call them 'divyaang'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

'We would like to reiterate that disability is not a divine gift,' the organisations said in their letter to the PM.

PM Modi leaves for Paris to attend global climate change meet

PM Modi leaves for Paris to attend global climate change meet

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that it is the responsibility of all to work against global warming.

Modi to discuss lockdown exit plan with CMs on Monday

Modi to discuss lockdown exit plan with CMs on Monday

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

This will be the third video conference of the prime minister with the chief ministers after the spread of the COVID-19 in the country. Sources in the government indicated that besides discussing the way forward in dealing with the pandemic, the discussion could also focus on a 'graded' exit from the lockdown which is in place till May 3.

PM Modi replaces Mahatma Gandhi in Khadi Commission calendar

PM Modi replaces Mahatma Gandhi in Khadi Commission calendar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

Khadi commission workers demanded reprinting of the calendars with Gandhi's picture being featured on them.

Never had desire to enter politics: PM Modi

Never had desire to enter politics: PM Modi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

But now that I am a part of it I give my best on how to work for the people, Modi said.

U-17 World Cup Digest: A big opportunity for youngsters, says PM Modi

U-17 World Cup Digest: A big opportunity for youngsters, says PM Modi

Rediff.com24 Sep 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup a "big opportunity for our younger generation" and said the event will increase the interest in football in the country.

Yoga assumes importance during corona crisis: PM

Yoga assumes importance during corona crisis: PM

Rediff.com31 May 2020

In his monthly "Mann ki Baat" radio address, the prime minister also urged people to participate in an online yoga competition being organised by the ayush ministry.

As party spends drop, Facebook political ad revenues tapers off

As party spends drop, Facebook political ad revenues tapers off

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The cumulative spends on Google are in excess of Rs 27.4 crore. There have been 14,837 advertisements on Google platforms.

Rahul calls Modi 'loudspeaker' of rich businessmen

Rahul calls Modi 'loudspeaker' of rich businessmen

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The Congress is seeking to oust the BJP government in Haryana in the October 21 polls.

Rahul flags off Cong's 'Bharat jodo' yatra from TN, attacks BJP

Rahul flags off Cong's 'Bharat jodo' yatra from TN, attacks BJP

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Eyeing the revival of the crisis-ridden party ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the party chief Sonia Gandhi described the march as a "landmark occasion" and hoped that the march would help rejuvenate the grand old party.

After Twitter, Modi set to conquer app space

After Twitter, Modi set to conquer app space

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

PM app downloaded 2.5 million times, to see 20-fold growth in user base

Loaded itinerary for President Obama during India visit

Loaded itinerary for President Obama during India visit

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Barack Obama, who will be the first US president to be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations, will have a loaded itinerary with engagements ranging from political to economic and academic during his three-day trip beginning Sunday that will culminate with a visit to iconic Taj Mahal.

Thank you Mr PM for talking about farmers, but...

Thank you Mr PM for talking about farmers, but...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

Farmers are juggling with thousand other problems apart from the Land Acquisition Bill. Who will discuss them?

Shatru: 'Let's give Imran Khan a chance'

Shatru: 'Let's give Imran Khan a chance'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

'Let's not hold his past against him. Let's see what he does as prime minister.'

Akhilesh-Rahul bonhomie at Lucknow road show

Akhilesh-Rahul bonhomie at Lucknow road show

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Boosting the morale of their supporters and signalling unity, the two leaders atop the 'UP Vijay Rath' started the road show from the GPO park in Hazratganj after garlanding the statue of Mahatma Gandhi.

How political leaders reacted to AAP's win

How political leaders reacted to AAP's win

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

Riding on its development agenda, the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party was on Tuesday set for a resounding victory in the Delhi assembly elections to retain power for a third term. Here's how leaders reacted to the impending victory.

Rahul promises minimum income for poor if Cong comes to power

Rahul promises minimum income for poor if Cong comes to power

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

Gandhi added the minimum income guarantee would be implemented across the country.

Respect all daughters: PM Modi at Dussehra event

Respect all daughters: PM Modi at Dussehra event

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attended the Dussehra celebrations at Ram Leela maidan in Dwarka and in his address said that India is a land of festivals and that every festival brings our society together. He also urged people to take up and fulfill one mission that would benefit the country.

VOTE: Will PM Modi live up to Virat's challenge?

VOTE: Will PM Modi live up to Virat's challenge?

Rediff.com24 May 2018

The PM has accepted the Indian skipper's challenge.

BJP's Karnataka manifesto promises farm loan waiver, cow protection commission

BJP's Karnataka manifesto promises farm loan waiver, cow protection commission

Rediff.com4 May 2018

BJP said if voted to power, it would bring out a 'white paper' on the financial health of the state under the Congress rule.

Give us a date, say ex-servicemen on hunger strike for OROP

Give us a date, say ex-servicemen on hunger strike for OROP

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Seeking their "promised dues", ex-servicemen across the country began their relay-hunger strike on Sunday demanding that the government announce a date for the introduction of the 'One Rank One Pension' policy.

What to do after the exams are over? PM Modi will tell you through book

What to do after the exams are over? PM Modi will tell you through book

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Narendra Modi will write a book dedicated to the youth.

'Pro-Dalit' BJP accuses Oppn of abetting violence on Dalit issues

'Pro-Dalit' BJP accuses Oppn of abetting violence on Dalit issues

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

The BJP's charge was that the matter was being politicised as Prime Minister Narendra Modi came from a poor family

Sonu Sood enacting a political script: Sena

Sonu Sood enacting a political script: Sena

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

In his weekly column 'Rokhthok' in Sena mouthpiece Saamana, Raut questionned the sudden rise of 'Mahatma' Sood on the social scene of Maharashtra during the lockdown. Raut also referred to a 'sting operation' against Sood ahead of the 2019 general elections, saying he had agreed to promote the BJP-led government at various platforms through his official social media accounts.

Working women, Modi and tomato prices

Working women, Modi and tomato prices

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

Modi seems to have forgotten the solution to rising tomato prices he had in mind in 2014.

The Nurse Modi Spoke To

The Nurse Modi Spoke To

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

'I must have done a lot of good deeds because of which I was getting the chance to talk to such a mahapurush.'

ISRO all set to launch South Asian satellite today

ISRO all set to launch South Asian satellite today

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Except Pakistan, seven SAARC countries are a part of the project.

Country saddened by insult to Tricolour on R-Day: PM

Country saddened by insult to Tricolour on R-Day: PM

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' broadcast, Modi maintained that his government is committed to "modernising" farming and has been taking many steps.

PM for cashless society, shield for water resources

PM for cashless society, shield for water resources

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Modi said there was a need to make transactions 'transparent' in India.