Gandhi Jayanti will be observed on Friday, October 2, 2026, marking the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day honours his contribution to India’s freedom struggle and highlights his principles of truth, non-violence, simplicity and social responsibility. It is also an occasion to reflect on how these values can guide individuals and communities today. Born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, in present-day Gu

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday urged young people across India to join peaceful protests demanding safer public spaces for women. In a post and accompanying video, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha argued that the response to harassment and sexual violence should focus on those who commit the crimes, rather than on restricting women’s movements. Gandhi criticised what he described as a system that b

India has not introduced a nationwide ban on social media accounts for everyone under 18. The issue is under consideration after the Supreme Court asked the Centre to address how minors sign up for platforms and agree to their terms of service. Reports on the government’s response suggest changes to the Information Technology Rules may follow, but the final wording and scope of any new rule have not been announced. The

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has been selected for the Aryadan Muhammed Best Public Servant Award 2026. The Aryadan Muhammed Foundation will present the honour at a ceremony in Nilambur, Kerala, on Friday, September 25. The event marks the fourth death anniversary of Aryadan Muhammed, the veteran Kerala Congress leader and former minister in whose memory the award was instituted. The selection puts Reddy’s

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has proposed the construction of a Lord Venkateswara temple in Ayodhya under the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, seeking land from the Uttar Pradesh government for the ambitious religious project. Addressing a public gathering in the presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Naidu requested the allocation of five to 10 acres in Ayodhya to establish a TTD-managed Balaji te

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 76, five elements of his publicly discussed routine offer a look at his disciplined and active lifestyle. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, 2026, while continuing to manage a schedule that includes official meetings, national events, public programmes and international travel. His ability to remain active despite a demanding workload has often drawn attention to his daily routine.

Narendra Modi turns 76 as India looks back at his journey from an RSS organiser to Gujarat Chief Minister and three-term Prime Minister. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, 2026, marking another milestone in a public career shaped by organisational work, electoral victories, internal party struggles and national leadership. His journey from Vadnagar in Gujarat to the Prime Minister’s Office has included several periods whe

Settlement announced after an official meeting, Mumbai, Maharashtra | BJP MLA Narendra Mehta relinquished possession of land claimed by PM Modi’s former schoolmate Asgar Ali Vora. PM Modi’s Schoolmate Gets Disputed Land Back From BJP MLA Asgar Ali Vora, an 81-year-old former schoolmate of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has moved closer to ending a long-running property dispute after BJP MLA Narendra Mehta relinquish

Nuakhai 2026 festival date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The harvest festival is primarily celebrated across Western Odisha on Bhadrapada Shukla Panchami. Nuakhai begins with the first harvest offering Nuakhai brought festive energy to western Odisha as families welcomed the season’s first harvest with prayers, tradit

PM Narendra Modi urged nations to prioritise cooperation in space and invited the world to join India’s ambitious journey beyond Earth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the international community to choose cooperation over confrontation in space, presenting India as a committed partner in peaceful, secure and sustainable exploration beyond Earth. Addressing the International Space Summit, Modi invited France and other countries to become “co-tra

Dr Nirmala Yadav has become the first woman trustee of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. She plans to improve darshan, safety and facilities for women devotees visiting the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Dr Nirmala Yadav has become the first woman appointed to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The educationist said she regarded her selection as God’s will and promised to carry out her responsibilities with dedication,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his appeal to limit unnecessary gold purchases and overseas spending through a video message. Speaking during an official visit to Bishkek, he promoted local consumption, while sections of the jewellery trade raised livelihood concerns. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his appeal to Indians to avoid purchasing gold unless necessary, reduce non-essential foreign travel and hold