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The Print
3 days ago
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- The Print
PM Modi takes part in Bhopal event on 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, launches projects
Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of the Holkar dynasty in 18th-century Malwa, is remembered for her exceptional governance, commitment to social welfare, and contributions towards culture and spirituality. During the programme at Jamboori Maidan here, he also virtually inaugurated the Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro, Datia and Satna airports and laid the foundation stone of various developmental projects. Bhopal, May 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took part in a 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan' in Bhopal on the 300th birth anniversary of legendary queen Ahilyabai Holkar. Modi also transferred the first instalment of 1,271 new Atal Gram Seva Sadan (Panchayat Bhawan), built at Rs 483 crore. The six-km-long Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro is part of the Metro Yellow Line, which includes 5 stations. It will give Indore, the country's cleanest city, a modern, pollution-free and fast transport facility, a first in Madhya Pradesh, according to officials. The PM released a postal stamp and a Rs 300 commemorative coin dedicated to Ahilyabai. He also honoured the artist, who has made a significant contribution to tribal, folk and traditional arts, with the National Devi Ahilyabai Award on the occasion. PTI MAS NR This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
PM Modi takes part in Bhopal event on 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, launches projects
PM Modi inaugurates projects, honours Ahilyabai Holkar, and promotes women empowerment during event in Bhopal Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (May 31, 2025) took part in a 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan' in Bhopal on the 300th birth anniversary of legendary queen Ahilyabai Holkar. During the programme at Jamboori Maidan in Bhopal, he also virtually inaugurated the Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro, Datia and Satna airports and laid the foundation stone of various developmental projects. Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of the Holkar dynasty in 18th-century Malwa, is remembered for her exceptional governance, commitment to social welfare, and contributions towards culture and spirituality. PM Modi also transferred the first instalment of 1,271 new Atal Gram Seva Sadan (Panchayat Bhawan), built at ₹483 crore. The six-km-long Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro is part of the Metro Yellow Line, which includes 5 stations. It will give Indore, the country's cleanest city, a modern, pollution-free and fast transport facility, a first in Madhya Pradesh, according to officials. The PM released a postal stamp and a ₹300 commemorative coin dedicated to Ahilyabai. He also honoured the artist, who has made a significant contribution to tribal, folk and traditional arts, with the National Devi Ahilyabai Award on the occasion.
India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
News Menu, May 31: PM Modi in Bhopal today; security drill in Pak-bordering states
Good morning. On May 31, 1911, the RMS Titanic, the world's largest and most luxurious ship, was launched from Belfast. Symbolising human ambition and engineering prowess, the ship later sailed into history as one of the biggest tragedies of the 20th century. Let's see what else is waiting to make history with the news menu of India at Bhopal: PM Modi's Ahilyabai MahasammelanPrime Minister Narendra Modi visits Bhopal to mark Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary, addressing a conclave for women empowerment. He releases a 300 commemorative coin and stamp, presents the National Devi Ahilyabai Award, and receives a 'Sindoor Salute' from 15,000 women in sindoor-coloured sarees, honouring Operation Sindoor's Holkar (1725–1795), the revered Maratha queen of Malwa, is known for her administrative reforms, temple restorations, and patronage of arts. She is celebrated as a symbol of women's power and justice. Modi also lays the foundation for 860 crore Kshipra River ghat projects, inaugurates Datia and Satna airports, launches Indore Metro's Yellow Line, and transfers funds for 1,271 Atal Gram Sushasan Bhawans. India Today tracks the event with visuals and Sambar: Operation Shield's Mock DrillsOperation Shield returns with massive mock drills across J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Chandigarh to counter cross-border threats. Key events include Amritsar (drill at 6:00–7:00 PM, blackout 8:00–8:30 PM), Baramulla (drill at 1:30 PM at Showkat Ali Stadium, GDC Ground). India Today tracks this robust security push. From 5:00 Biryani: Amit Shah's 2026 Election KickoffadvertisementUnion Home Minister Amit Shah lands in Kolkata for a two-day visit, launching the BJP's 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign. His agenda peaks with a Karyakarta Sammelan at Netaji Indoor Stadium on June 1, focusing on Murshidabad's border security, infiltration, and Operation Sindoor's success. India Today tracks Shah's arrival and political developments, assessing the BJP's strategy against the TMC's governance Delight: BJP's 100-Day MilestoneDelhi's Rekha government marks 100 days with a mega event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, launching the first urban Ayushman Arogya Mandir at Tis Hazari Court complex. India Today unpacks this showcase of the BJP's governance in the Bite: Covid's NB.1.8.1 SurgeThe NB.1.8.1 Omicron subvariant, 1.5 times more contagious, spreads in India and China. Maharashtra reports 84 new cases (467 active), Gujarat 68 (265 active, 11 hospitalised), Karnataka records a third death, and Mizoram sees its first case in seven months. India Today tracks the mild but concerning surge, urging Mix: Floods and Red AlertsHeavy to extremely heavy rainfall batters Northeast India, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim. Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu soaked. Assam's Guwahati faces severe flooding due to Meghalaya runoff, prompting a red alert. Karnataka records its highest May rainfall in 125 years. India Today navigates this monsoon Platter: Congress's Jai Hind SabhaadvertisementAs PM Modi addresses Bhopal, the Congress counters with a 'Jai Hind Sabha' rally in Jabalpur, spotlighting the BJP's alleged failures on governance, inflation, and women's safety. This political face-off tests both parties' strength in Madhya Pradesh. India Today tracks the brewing Idli: Shah, Nadda on Integral HumanismAmit Shah and JP Nadda headline a National Commemorative Seminar on May 31–June 1 at Delhi's NDMC Convention Centre, marking 60 years of Deendayal Upadhyaya's Integral Humanism lectures. The event explores the BJP's ideological roots in today's context. India Today follows this intellectual feast. BJP's ideological roots in today's context. India Today follows this intellectual Sizzler: Kamal Haasan Row EscalatesKamal Haasan's refusal to apologise for claiming 'Kannada was born out of Tamil' fuels outrage. The Karnataka Film Chamber and Kannada Rakshana Vedike demand an apology, threatening to burn theatres if Thug Life releases. Tamil actor Vinothini Vaidyanathan and the South Indian Artistes' Association back Haasan, calling the rage misplaced. India Today covers this linguistic Golgappa: China's Power PlayChina has launched the International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed), the world's first intergovernmental mediation body. Critics see it as a tool to expand China's influence, especially with Pakistan as a founding member. India Today unpacks this geopolitical Dal: Tejas Mk1A BoostThe first indigenous centre fuselage for Tejas Mk1A is handed over to HAL, accelerating production and boosting private sector roles. Shivani Sharma tracks this milestone in India's defence of self-reliance. India Today celebrates the Top Cop Transition: DGP Race Heats UpMay 31 marks DGP Prashant Kumar's last day, potentially the longest-serving UP DGP in 20 years. India Today tracks whether Kumar gets an extension or a new chief takes Achar: Naidu's Global VisionAndhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu envisions Amaravati as a global leadership hub, aiming to rival Davos. India Today explores his bold plan to elevate Andhra's Bite: The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, after hitting an iceberg, claiming over 1,500 lives. Ironically, Millvina Dean, the last known survivor, died on the very same date the ship was launched– May 31, 2009, at 97–-closing a tragic chapter in maritime history. Sometimes life comes full circle in strange ways.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
PM Modi MP Visit Live Updates: PM to lay foundation stone for ghats project worth Rs 778 crore on River Kshipra, release Lokmata Ahilyabai stamp & coin in Bhopal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bhopal on Saturday to attend the Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan, commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. At the event, held at Jamboree Ground with over 2 lakh women expected to attend, he will virtually inaugurate the Indore Metro's first 6-km stretch, Satna and Datia airports, and lay the foundation for key infrastructure projects including 30 km of ghats along the Kshipra river (Rs 778.91 crore) and other water resource developments totaling Rs 863.69 crore. He will also release a postage stamp and a 35g Rs 300 coin—reportedly the first of its kind in the world—dedicated to Devi Ahilyabai, and present the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to a woman artist. Additionally, Modi will initiate funding for 1,271 new Atal Gram Seva Sadans worth Rs 483 crore and visit an exhibition showcasing Ahilyabai's legacy in governance, empowerment, and culture. Stay with TOI for live updates. 09:03 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: PM to address 2 lakh women at Ahilyabai's 300th anniversary event in Bhopal Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan in Bhopal on Saturday to mark the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. The event will be held at Jamboree Ground and will host over 2 lakh women. Governor Mangubhai Patel, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, and Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will be present. 09:01 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: Inauguration of Indore Metro's first stretch Narendra Modi will virtually flag off Indore's first Metro train, marking a major leap in urban transport. The metro network, with a planned span of 31.3 km, will see its first 6-km stretch inaugurated. This initial route includes five stations: Gandhinagar, and Super Corridor stations 3, 4, 5, and 6. The metro is part of a Rs 7,500 crore project. 09:00 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: Satna and Datia Airports to be inaugurated The Prime Minister will also virtually inaugurate the newly constructed airports in Satna and Datia, enhancing regional connectivity and infrastructure development in Madhya Pradesh. 09:00 (IST) May 31 PM Modi Madhya Pradesh Visit Live: Major development works along River Kshipra Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the construction of ghats on both banks of River Kshipra under a Rs 778.91 crore project. The project includes building 30 km of ghats from Shani Mandir to the Nagda bypass, to be completed by December 2027 in preparation for Simhastha 2028. 08:59 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: Water infrastructure projects worth Rs 863.69 crore The PM will perform bhoomi pujan for water resources development projects totaling Rs 863.69 crore. This includes nine barrages on Kshipra river (Ujjain, Indore, and Dewas districts), repairs to Kaliadeh stop dam, and 11 barrages on Kanh river (Ujjain and Indore districts) at a cost of Rs 84.78 crore. 08:59 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: Launch of 1,271 Atal Gram Seva Sadans Narendra Modi will transfer the first installment for the construction of 1,271 new Atal Gram Seva Sadans (panchayat bhavans), with a total estimated cost of Rs 483 crore, further strengthening rural governance infrastructure. 08:59 (IST) May 31 PM Modi MP Visit Live: Honours and cultural tributes to Devi Ahilyabai At the event, PM Narendra Modi will release a postage stamp and a Rs 300 denomination, 35g coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai — reportedly the first of its kind in the world. He will also present the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to a woman artist in tribal, folk, or traditional arts and visit a cultural exhibition on her legacy of governance and empowerment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan in Bhopal on Saturday, marking the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai, with over 2 lakh women expected to attend the event at Jamboree Ground. Modi will virtually inaugurate Indore Metro's first 6-km stretch, part of a Rs 7,500 crore project covering 31.3 km, as well as Satna and Datia airports, marking significant strides in regional infrastructure development. The PM will lay the foundation stone for the construction of 30 km of ghats along the Kshipra river in Ujjain under a Rs 778.91 crore project, aimed at facilitating devotees during Simhastha 2028, and will also launch water resource projects worth Rs 863.69 crore. Additionally, 1,271 Atal Gram Seva Sadans (panchayat bhavans) will receive their first installment under a Rs 483 crore scheme to enhance rural administrative infrastructure. Modi will release a commemorative postage stamp and a unique 35g, Rs 300 coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai—the first such coin globally—and confer the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to a woman artist from the tribal or folk arts community. The PM will visit a culture department exhibition showcasing Devi Ahilyabai's contributions to good governance, women's empowerment, and heritage, with senior leaders including the Governor, CM, and Union Culture Minister also in attendance.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Big-ticket launches to mark PM Narendra Modi's Bhopal visit
BHOPAL/INDORE: PM will attend the 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan' (women empowerment conference) in Bhopal on Saturday, commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The event, to be held at Jamboree Ground, will serve as a platform for a series of significant announcements and inaugurations. Modi will virtually inaugurate the Indore Metro and the airports in Satna and Datia, marking a milestone in regional infrastructure development. Besides, the PM will perform virtual foundation stone laying for ghats construction work costing Rs 778 cr on the Shipra river. He will also transfer the first installment for 1,271 new 'Atal Gram Seva Sadans' (panchayat bhavans) costing Rs 483 cr. The conference will be attended by Governor Mangubhai Patel, CM Mohan Yadav, and union culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The ministry of culture is also coordinating the organisation of this conference. In the women empowerment conference, Modi will release a postage stamp and coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. Besides, he will honour a woman artist in the field of tribal, folk and traditional arts with the National Devi Ahilyabai Award. On this occasion, the PM will also visit the exhibition organised by the department of culture based on Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai's good governance, women empowerment and culture. Modi will virtually perform the bhoomi pujan for development works of the water resources department worth Rs 863.69 cr. The projects include the construction of ghats along river Kshipra for Rs 778.91 cr and the construction of a barrage, stop dam, and vented causeway for Rs 84.78 cr. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These initiatives are part of extensive development efforts in Ujjain to ensure convenient and seamless bathing facilities for devotees during Simhastha 2028, in the clean and uninterrupted flow of the sacred Kshipra river. Water resources minister Tulsiram Silawat said for the convenience of devotees along the Kshipra river in Ujjain district, approximately 30 km of ghats will be constructed on both banks, from Shani Mandir to the Nagda bypass, at an estimated cost of Rs 778.91 cr. The project is targeted for completion by Dec 2027. In addition, the water resources department will construct nine barrages on the Kshipra river — one each in Ujjain and Indore districts and seven in Dewas district. The Ujjain Municipal Corporation will also undertake the repair of the Kaliadeh stop dam. Furthermore, 11 barrages will be built on the Kanh river — five in Ujjain district and six in the Indore district. The total estimated cost for these works is Rs 84.78 cr.
