Atal bihari-vajpayee
On August 16, 2024, India observed the sixth death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. On Atal Bihari Vajpayee`s death anniversary, President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar paid floral tributes at the `Sadaiv Atal` memorial in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also visited the memorial to honor Vajpayee, alongside Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Vajpayee, born in Gwalior in 1924, was a towering figure in Indian politics and the face of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for decades. He made history as the first non-Congress Prime Minister to complete a full term in office. His leadership and vision left a lasting impact on the nation. Vajpayee passed away on August 16, 2018, after a prolonged illness, and his contributions continue to be remembered with respect and admiration.
16 August, 2024 11:11 AM IST |
In a polarizing moment during the oath-taking ceremony in India`s Lok Sabha on June 25, AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi concluded his oath with `Jai Palestine,` while BJP MP Chhatrapal Singh Gangwar ended his with `Jai Hindu Rashtra, Jai Bharat.` This sparked immediate objections from Opposition leaders, who deemed Gangwar`s statement as unconstitutional and attempted to disrupt proceedings. The contrasting oaths reflect deep-seated political and ideological divisions within the Indian Parliament, highlighting ongoing debates over nationalism and constitutional propriety in public discourse. The incident underscores the tense political atmosphere where symbolic gestures during official duties can carry significant implications. Watch video for more.
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