76th I-Day LIVE: President Murmu pays tribute at National War Memorial

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11:54 AM

President Droupadi Murmu pays tribute at National War Memorial

President Droupadi Murmu pays tribute at National War Memorial in Delhi, in presence of Army chief, General Manoj Pande, Indian Navy chief, Admiral R Hari Kumar and Indian Air Force chief, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhar

8:51 AM

Need to fight corruption in the nation: PM Modi

"Corruption is eating our nation from within. We have to fight with all our strength against corruption in the country," says PM Modi at Red Fort

 

8:47 AM

India's 'techade' is here, with 5G, chip manufacturing: PM Modi

"India's 'techade' is here, with 5G, chip manufacturing, we are bringing revolution through Digital India to grassroots," says PM Modi

8:44 AM

Not corporate federalism, we need competitive federalism, says PM

PM Modi says we competitive federalism for India's growth

8:44 AM

Development of India, wherever we are, should be on our minds always: PM

"Development of India, wherever we are, should be on our minds always," says PM Modi

8:37 AM

Take pledge to get rid of misogyny: PM Modi

"A distortion has crept in our conduct and we at times insult women, can we take pledge to get rid of this in our behaviour," asks PM Modi

8:35 AM

PM Modi appeals for Jai Javan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, Jai Anushandhan

PM Modi appeals for Jai Javan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, Jai Anushandhan. He says, "We always remember Lal Bahadur Shastri ji's slogan of 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan'. Later, AB Vajpayee added 'Jai Vigyaan' to this slogan. Now, there is another necessity to add - 'Jai Anusandhan' (research & innovation). Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyaan aur Jai Anusandhan."

 

8:34 AM

'I appeal to private sector too to help India achieve self-reliance,' says PM Modi

PM Modi commends forces for taking forward 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. He adds, "We need to be Aatmanirbhar in our energy sector. From solar energy to Mission Hydrogen to the adoption of EVs, we need to take these initiatives to the next level for energy independence."

"I appeal to private sector too to help India achieve self-reliance," says PM Modi

8:25 AM

India needs to respect its rich legacy: PM Modi

"When we are connected to our roots, then only we can fly high; when we fly high, we will provide solutions to the entire world," says PM Modi, adding India needs to respect its rich legacy.

8:24 AM

We have to keep India first to pave way for a united India: PM

"We have to keep India first, this will pave way for a united India," says PM Modi at Red Fort

 

8:16 AM

PM Modi calls for moving forward with 5 pledges to fulfill by 2047

"In the coming years,we have to focus on 'Panchpran' (5 pledges). First, to move forward with bigger resolves and resolve of developed India; Second, to erase all traces of servitude; Third, be proud of our legacy; Fourth, the strength of unity and fifth, duties of citizens which includes the PM and CMs," says PM Modi

8:07 AM

Every citizen is excited for progress of new India: PM Modi

PM Modi says, "We are proud that aspirations are present in every household in India; every citizen is excited for progress of new India."

8:06 AM

Have dedicated myself to fulfilling Mahatma Gandhi's vision, says PM Modi

"My understanding of spirit of India made me realise that for growth of New India we needed to ensure inclusive development," says PM Modi in his I-Day address.
He adds, "I have dedicated myself to fulfilling Mahatma Gandhi's vision of empowering the last man in queue."

8:02 AM

Common thread of patriotism makes India unshakeable: PM Modi

PM Modi adds, "Our nation has proved we have inherent strength coming from our diversity, common thread of patriotism makes India unshakeable."

8:01 AM

When we attained freedom, many sceptics doubted India's development trajectory: PM Modi

"When we attained freedom there were many sceptics who doubted our development trajectory. But, they did not know there is something different about the people of this land. They did not know that this soil is special," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Red Fort