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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Trump foisted ceasefire on Modi with trade threats: Revanth
Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy Wednesday waded into the controversy sparked by US President Donald Trump claiming that he negotiated a ceasefire between Indian and Pakistan amid Operation Sindoor. Revanth claimed people felt the Narendra Modi govt succumbed to the pressure exerted by Trump with trade-related threats and took a back-step instead of using the opportunity to crush terrorism and defeat Pakistan post the Pahalgam terrorist attack. "Former prime minister Indira Gandhi turned down the US president's offer to mediate and stop the war with Pakistan in 1971," Revanth claimed after paying tributes at the statue of Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary, also observed as National Anti-Terrorism Day. "But post-Operation Sindoor, it is unfortunate that the present US president said he initiated a ceasefire. After the terrorist attack in Pahalgam followed by the India-Pakistan conflict, the people of the country are remembering Iron Lady Indira Gandhi for teaching Pakistan a lesson by breaking it in two — Bangladesh and Pakistan." He added the entire country, including Congress top leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, stood in support of Modi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "But the Centre did not utilise this opportunity. If the Modi govt had gone ahead and crushed terrorism, defeated Pakistan, and given India a victory, the world would have welcomed and praised him." In an indirect reference to the Tiranga Yatras organised by BJP following the India-Pakistan military conflict, the chief minister charged the BJP leaders with trying to "hide their inability". "They (BJP) started criticising Rahul Gandhi only to hide their incompetence," he added. He said the Telangana govt took out the first rally in support of the Centre and the armed forces when the India-Pakistan conflict began. "(Union minister) Kishan Reddy was sleeping at home then," Revanth said. "He should have stood with us in support of the Modi govt and armed forces. Instead of commenting to hide their incompetence, the BJP leaders should focus on controlling terrorism." In a jibe at the BRS, Revanth said some narrow-minded leaders were criticising the decision to install Rajiv Gandhi's statue near the secretariat. "The statues of Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, B R Ambedkar, and a memorial of Telangana martyrs should be an inspiration," he insisted. He added the Congress would not indulge in politics when it comes to the country's security, integrity, and protecting the lives of citizens. The Congress achieved independence for the country, and it was the responsibility of the party to protect the country and extend support for the cause, he said.
The Hindu
21-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
SCR Vijayawada division observes Anti-Terrorism Day
Officials of the South Central Railway (SCR), Vijayawada division, observed National Anti-Terrorism Day on Wednesday. National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed every year on May 21 in India, commemorating the assassination of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. Speaking on the occasion, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Narendra A. Patil said that Anti-Terrorism Day was aimed at raising awareness about the devastating impact of terrorism, to honour those who lost their lives to terrorism, promote peace, harmony, and national unity. Mr. Narendra A. Patil administered the Anti-Terrorism Day pledge to the staff and branch officers at the Divisional Office Compound in Vijayawada. Additional DRMs Srinivasa Rao Konda and P.E. Edwin, Senior Divisional Personal Officer Prem Kumar Lakawat and officers of other wings participated.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy slams Modi govt over US President Donald Trump's ceasefire remark
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy HYDERABAD: Amid a rising controversy over US President Donald Trump 's claim of having negotiated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor, Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday claimed that the Narendra Modi government succumbed to pressure from Trump and backed down from the opportunity to crush terrorism and defeat Pakistan following the Pahalgam terrorist attack . Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had turned down the US President's offer to mediate and stop the war with Pakistan in 1971. It is unfortunate, Revanth said, that the present US President claimed he initiated a ceasefire post-Pahalgam anti-terrorist operations launched by India against Pakistan. "Post-Pahalgam, the people of the country are remembering the iron lady, Indira Gandhi, for teaching Pakistan a lesson by breaking it into two parts, Bangladesh and Pakistan," Revanth said after paying tributes to the statue of Rajiv Gandhi on the occasion of his death anniversary, also observed as National Anti-Terrorism Day. After the Pahalgam terrorist attack, the entire country, including Congress top leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and party cadres, stood in total support of PM Modi to teach Pakistan a permanent lesson. But the Centre did not utilise this opportunity, Revanth claimed, and added, 'The announcement by Trump about ceasefire made people believe that India succumbed to the US President's threat of trade implications. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch Bitcoin và Ethereum - Không cần ví! IC Markets BẮT ĐẦU NGAY Undo ' "Had the Modi government gone ahead and crushed terrorism, defeated Pakistan and given India a victory, the world would have welcomed and praised him. Morally, the BJP has the responsibility to explain to the people on this issue. They (BJP) have started criticising Rahul Gandhi only to hide their inefficiency. Even the rallies being conducted by the BJP on the streets for Operation Sindoor is to hide their inefficiency. The people of the country have seen what has happened so far and they will decide. An inspiration should be taken from Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi who gave their lives for the integrity of the country," CM Revanth said. However, the CM made it clear that the Congress will not indulge in politics when it comes to the country's security, integrity, and protecting the lives of citizens, and has clarity that it will extend total support to the Centre on this issue. "The Congress achieved independence for the country and it is the responsibility of the party to protect the country and extend support for the cause." Revanth also criticised Union Minister G Kishan Reddy for making allegations against Rahul Gandhi. "As the CM, I led a candle light and Tiranga rally with thousands of people in support of PM Modi and our armed forces. But Kishan Reddy was in the comforts of his house (was sleeping in his home Revanth said) instead of standing with us in support of the Modi government and our armed forces," the CM alleged.
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Rajiv Gandhi Death Anniversary 2025: Why is it observed as National Anti-Terrorism Day? History, significance, quotes and more
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2025: The death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi is observed as 'Anti-Terrorism Day'. It is a national observance in India, which was initiated by the VP Singh government, in remembrance of the tragic assassination of Rajiv Gandhi, India's youngest PM, in 1991, in Sriperumbudur, near Chennai. On his death anniversary today, I pay my tributes to our former Prime Minister Shri Rajiv Gandhi Ji. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 21, 2025 To educate people about the negative consequences of terrorism and violence in society, it is annually observed on May 21, and this year, it will be falling on Wednesday, 21st May, 2025. On this day, all government offices, public sector enterprises, and other public institutions organise a pledge-taking ceremony to reaffirm their commitment to combating terrorism and violence. Furthermore, debates, discussions, symposia, seminars, and lectures on similar topics are held, alongside various NGOs' and social and cultural organisations' campaigns to emphasise the negative consequences of violence and terrorism. The day aims to raise awareness about the impact of terrorism and violence, reiterate the importance of unity, and promote peace and harmony. It also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by victims of terrorism and the ongoing need for vigilance against extremist activities. Terrorism has no nationality or religion. – Vladimir Putin We will not tire we will not falter and we will not fail. – George W. Bush No cause justifies terrorism. – Manmohan Singh We cannot and will not allow the actions of a few to overshadow the values and ideals that our nations represent. – Barack Obama On #NationalAntiTerrorismDay, let us honour the sacrifices of our heroes and stand united against all forms of terror. May peace, harmony, and national integrity always prevail. Together, let's build a safer, stronger India rooted in justice, courage, and unwavering resilience. — Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) May 21, 2025 In the face of terrorism, we must not only protect our citizens but also defend the values that make our societies free and just. – Angela Merkel Victory over terrorism requires the collective effort of all nations united by a common goal of peace. – Narendra Modi In the fight against terrorism, we must uphold the principles of human rights and the rule of law. – António Guterres
News18
21-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2025: Why It Is Observed On May 21?
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2025: In a bid to aware the youth about terrorism and the cult of violence, the National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on May 21 every year. The day also commemorates the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, who was assassinated on May 21, 1991, at Sriperumbudur village near Madras, now Chennai. Following his demise, the Anti-Terrorism Day was established by the VP Singh government in memory of Rajiv Gandhi and to educate people about the adverse effects of terrorism and violence in society. Read along to know more about the history of Anti-Terrorism Day and its significance.
