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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indian community in Paris holds Tiranga Rally celebrating Operation Sindoor's success
Paris [France], May 29 (ANI): The Indian community in Paris organised a vibrant Tiranga Rally on Thursday to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of the diaspora, who gathered to express solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces and gratitude for their courage and service. Kavita Singh from the Indian diaspora observed, 'I have been living in France for the last 21 years... We have gathered here to thank India, the government, and the administration. Most importantly, we want to thank our armed Forces. We are very proud of our forces. This event is to thank our forces...' Participants draped in the Indian tricolour marched through the streets with patriotic fervour, chanting slogans and singing nationalistic songs. The rally became a striking display of unity and national pride, reflecting the deep emotional bond the diaspora continues to share with India. Community leaders also used the occasion to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his firm leadership and commitment to national security. They praised the government's strategic resolve and the Armed Forces' operational excellence. Another member of the Indian diaspora said, 'We have gathered here to celebrate our victory today. The last time we met here was to protest and demand justice for the victims of Pahalgam. We have full faith in the Indian Army. The India of today is a self-reliant one. This is a victory for us.' During the event, Joginder Kumar, member of the Indian diaspora and the President of the Franco-Indian Association, said, 'We have gathered here to pay our tributes to the martyrs and celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor. We have taught a lesson to Pakistan and we hope they will not dare to do something like this again...' The event stood as a strong message of support from abroad, underscoring the global Indian community's pride in India's growing strength and resilience. (ANI)
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Naidu moots 3 sub-groups to propel Viksit Bharat goal
New Delhi: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday mooted forming three sub–groups on GDP growth, population management and leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to put the country's goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047 on a fast track. Addressing the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting at Bharat Mandapam, the Chief Minister noted that the sub–groups of States formed in collaboration with the Centre should work towards accelerating Viksit Bharat–2047 (developed India) vision. 'The first sub-group on GDP growth aims to boost investments, manufacturing, exports and job creation, supported by Central viability gap funding for PPP projects,' said Naidu. The second sub-group on population management should help India leverage its demographic dividend while preparing the country for future challenges such as ageing and low fertility, said the Chief Minister. Likewise, the third sub-group should focus on technology-driven governance, utilising AI, quantum computing, drones, and digital platforms for real-time citizen-centric administration, said the Chief Minister. Naidu also showcased his SwarnaAndhra@2047 vision, which aims to transform the state by 2047 to achieve a GSDP of $2.4 trillion with a per capita income of $42,000, among other targets. Besides his proposals, Naidu paid tributes to the 26 victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, and lauded the Armed Forces' decisive retaliation through 'Operation Sindoor'. He also commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership during the crisis, emphasising India's resilience and self-reliance. The CM praised India's remarkable rise under the leadership of Modi over the past decade, highlighting the nation's progress from the world's 10th to fourth largest economy, which is also on track to become the third largest. He acknowledged reforms like Digital India, GST, Startup India, PM Gati Shakti, and Jal Jeevan Mission. The NITI Aayog meeting's core focus was on the theme 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat @2047,' aiming to build a prosperous, inclusive, and future-ready India by its centenary year of Independence. The council also deliberated on accelerating entrepreneurship, employment, and skill development, transforming Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities into growth hubs, and reviewed key outcomes and decisions to reinforce cooperative federalism and collective progress toward national development.
Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Political leadership, armed forces: Field Marshal hosts dinner
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, expressed profound gratitude to the political leadership for their strategic foresight during Marka-e-Haq and lauded the seamless inter-services coordination that ensured operational success in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. He made these remarks while hosting a high-profile dinner in Rawalpindi to honour the Armed Forces' commitment, the resilience of the nation, and the unity of political leadership that defined a critical chapter in Pakistan's history. The ceremony, held in the presence of a distinguished gathering, included President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Chairman Senate, Speaker National Assembly, Federal Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chiefs of Air and Naval Staff, senior political leaders, and high-ranking civil and military officials. Field Marshal hosts dinner saluting political leadership, armed forces, national resilience During the event, participants paid tribute to the brave sacrifices of the Armed Forces, the mature political leadership that guided the country through adversity, and the unyielding spirit of the people of Pakistan. The COAS also highlighted the instrumental role played by the youth and media in countering India's disinformation campaign, describing them as a 'steel wall' against propaganda. He further praised the contributions of Pakistani scientists, engineers, and diplomats, calling their professionalism a cornerstone in securing the nation's strategic objectives. The evening was marked by a strong sense of solidarity, with all segments of national leadership reaffirming their resolve to move forward with unity, strength, and purpose. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
PM Modi praises Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu for reforms
New Delhi: Showering praise on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday showcased Andhra Pradesh's reforms and growth story at the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting, an official said. 'All states should examine and study the reforms of Andhra Pradesh. There could be a lot of inputs in the blueprint for growth projected by CM Naidu for other states also," the PM was quoted as having said at the meeting. The Andhra Pradesh official said, in a statement, that while addressing the meeting, the Chief Minister paid tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, and lauded the Armed Forces' success in Operation Sindoor. He also commended PM Modi's strong leadership during the crisis, emphasising India's resilience and self-reliance. Commending PM Modi's leadership for the economy's progress from the world's 10th to 4th, CM Naidu acknowledged transformative reforms like Digital India, GST, Startup India, PM Gati Shakti, and Jal Jeevan Mission, which have redefined India's development landscape. He noted that having the right leader at the right time has been crucial in steering the nation toward its ambitious goals in the right direction. The meeting's core focus was on the theme 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat @2047,' aiming to build a prosperous, inclusive, and future-ready India by its centenary. The Council deliberated on accelerating entrepreneurship, employment, and skill development, transforming Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities into growth hubs, and reviewed key outcomes and decisions to reinforce cooperative federalism and collective progress toward national development, said an aide of CM Naidu. CM Naidu also highlighted that under its Swarna Andhra @2047 vision, Andhra Pradesh aims to achieve Zero Poverty by 2029 through the innovative P4 model, which unites government, private sector, and citizen efforts to support vulnerable families and promote economic upliftment. The Chief Minister proposed forming three focused sub-groups of States, in collaboration with the Union Government and NITI Aayog, to fast-track progress toward Viksit Bharat @2047. The first sub-group on GDP growth aims to boost investments, manufacturing, exports, and job creation, supported by central Viability Gap Funding for PPP projects. The second sub-group on population management will help India leverage its demographic advantage while preparing for future challenges like ageing and low fertility. The third sub-group will focus on technology-driven governance, utilising AI, quantum computing, drones, and digital platforms for real-time, citizen-centric administration.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: Harrdy Sandhu recalls his experience of being in Chandigarh with his family in the wake of Operation Sindoor
Harrdy Sandhu As tensions escalated between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor , Chandigarh – like many cities – was placed on high alert. Singer-actor Harrdy Sandhu , who was at his Chandigarh home at the time, experienced the sirens and blackout firsthand. 'It was scary,' he recalls. 'The sirens went off two days in a row, and one day, there was a six to seven-hour blackout.' 'We were told to switch off all lights during the blackout' Harrdy shares that during the tensions, he reached out to a friend in the Armed Forces to check where he was posted. 'He disconnected the call and sent a text saying, 'I can't talk right now, this is very serious. If it's a blackout, don't even turn on your phone's light. Just switch everything off and stay put,'' Harrdy says. The singer-actor was also concerned about his close friend, cricketer Rahul Sharma, who was in Jalandhar at the time. 'He sent me a voice note and sounded really scared. He said he was on his terrace when he saw drones in the sky,' Harrdy recalls. 'I was constantly in touch with my parents' While Harrdy was at his Chandigarh home with his wife and son, his parents were in Patiala. 'I stayed in constant touch with them over the phone. Eventually, I felt we should be together in such a situation. While we were on our way to Patiala, the ceasefire was announced. We breathed a sigh of relief, but after reaching Patiala, we stayed with my parents for a couple of days,' he shares. 'We are proud of our Armed Forces for what they have done to protect us' Despite the initial fear, Harrdy found comfort in the Armed Forces' response to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. He says, 'While in Chandigarh, I had thought we would move elsewhere if the situation escalated. But seeing how our Armed Forces responded, we decided to stay put. After the ceasefire was announced, when we were on the highway, we saluted the soldiers that we passed by. We are proud of our Armed Forces for all that they have done to protect us. We always heard stories ki hamari Armed Forces strong hai, par ab dekhne mila ki how powerful we are.' 'This experience made me realise how precious life is' The experience reminded Harrdy of the war stories his grandfather used to share. 'I was born and raised in Patiala. My grandfather served in the police and often spoke about the 1971 war. Now, witnessing this India-Pakistan conflict first-hand made me realise how precious life truly is.'
