May 28th marks several significant events in history, including the cremation of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964, the birth of the Dionne quintuplets in 1934, the issuance of the charter of the Palestine Liberation Organization in 1964, the first major battle for American troops in World War I in 1918, the devastating Beverly Hills Supper Club fire in 1977, the tragic shooting of comedian Phil Hartman in 1998, and the founding of Volkswagen in 1937.
Congress MP Shahi Tharoor emphasized the significance of Jawaharlal Nehru’s contributions to India, including the establishment of democratic institutions that enabled a tea seller (PM Modi) to become Prime Minister. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge described Nehru as the architect of modern India, highlighting his leadership in scientific, economic, and industrial advancements. Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi andRahul Gandhi also paid tributes to Nehru, emphasizing his dedication to democracy, secularism, and the establishment of the Constitution. The Congress party reaffirmed its commitment to Nehru’s principles of justice and equality.
On the 60th death anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and former Congress President Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to his legacy. Kharge emphasized Nehru’s incredible contributions to modern India in scientific, economic, industrial, and various other fields, hailing him as the ‘architect of modern India.’ Rahul Gandhi honored his great grandfather as a ‘visionary’ who dedicated his life to India’s progress and established the foundation of the country’s democracy, secularism, and constitution. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted Nehru’s profound influence by the life and message of the Buddha, which led him to incorporate elements of Ashoka’s legacy into the national flag and emblem.
May 27th has been a date of notable significance throughout history, marked by events that have shaped various aspects of human endeavor. From milestones in engineering and architecture to pivotal moments in warfare and diplomacy, let’s take a look at some of the most notable events that have occurred on this day:
May 2nd holds significant historical importance, marking both the assassination of Al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden in 2011 and the passing of India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, in 1964. These events have left an indelible mark on global and Indian history.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar invoked Sardar Patel’s final letter to Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, highlighting Patel’s concerns about China.
India, now the world’s largest democracy, has undergone a significant shift in its national identity under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While India’s founding fathers envisioned a progressive, liberal, and secular country, Modi’s vision is distinct and rooted in Hindu nationalism. This excerpt explores the contrasting backgrounds and ideologies of Nehru and Modi, highlighting the evolution of India’s national identity.
NCP chief Sharad Pawar has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of neglecting his government’s achievements and instead constantly criticizing others. Pawar, while addressing a rally in Amravati, Maharashtra, highlighted the contributions of former Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Narasimha Rao, and Manmohan Singh in building a new India. He expressed concern that Modi’s actions could lead to the emergence of autocracy in India.
NCP leader Sharad Pawar has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of trying to emulate Russian President Vladimir Putin and warned of a ‘new autocracy’ taking shape in India. Pawar claimed that the former prime ministers of India worked to build the nation, while Modi only criticises others without highlighting his own government’s achievements. Pawar also criticized Modi for constantly criticizing former PM Jawaharlal Nehru, whose contributions to India cannot be ignored. He praised the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance for working together to protect the national interest.
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Sharad Pawar has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of only criticizing others and failing to highlight his government’s achievements in the last ten years. He also expressed concerns about the possibility of autocracy taking root in India and urged people to prevent it.
