Father of the Nation

International Day Of Non-Violence: 10 Riveting Facts About Gandhiji's Legacy And Peace Movements

Understand the significance of International Day of Non-Violence, its ties to Gandhi, and the impact of non-violent movements in shaping a peaceful world. Discover key historical and contemporary insights.

Oct 02, 2023, 09:23 AM IST

Happy Gandhi Jayanti 2023 Quotes: Wishes, Messages And Greetings To Share

Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on October 2nd, marks Mahatma Gandhi's birth. Quotes embodying peace and non-violence, along with wishes for a harmonious, truth-driven world, honour his enduring legacy.

Oct 02, 2023, 09:00 AM IST

This post of PM Modi came on the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri

Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti 2023: Today is the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur, the second Prime Minister of India. PM Modi has reached Shastri ji's Samadhi located at Vijay Ghat in Delhi.

Oct 02, 2023, 08:16 AM IST

Gandhi Jayanti 2022: Leaders pay tribute to Bapu on his 153rd birth anniversary- IN PICS

Today marks the 153rd birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation and the freedom fighter, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi. Known for his ideals of  'ahimsa', October 2 is recognised as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations General Assembly since 2007. Politicians all over the country paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. From PM Narendra Modi to CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bapu's extraordinary life is being remembered and celebrated across the nation.   

Oct 02, 2022, 14:17 PM IST

LIVE: More done in 2 years than in 70, says PM Modi on Jal Jeevan Mission

The Prime Minister said that the Jal Jeevan Mission has been empowering women of the country by saving their time and efforts 

Oct 02, 2021, 06:16 AM IST

Mahatma Gandhi's 73rd death anniversary today: Famous and inspiring quotes of Father of the Nation

This day is marked as the Martyr’s Day to honour Bapu. Gandhiji will always be remembered for using non-violence to unite the Indians for freedom struggle. He was shot dead on this day in 1948 by Nathuram Godse. His death anniversary is observed as Martyrs' Day.

Jan 30, 2021, 13:02 PM IST

Sewagram in Wardha: Visitors get glimpse of 1936 Mahatma Gandhi speech at Bapu Kutir

After being closed since March-end due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the place was opened for visitors on the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Oct 02, 2020, 16:50 PM IST

Mahatma Gandhi - A never-ending inspiration in the world of literature

There are indeed only a handful of iconic personalities who have caught the imaginations of as many writers as Gandhi has.

Oct 02, 2017, 08:35 AM IST

The secret of Mahatma Gandhi’s inner strength

On dimly lit evenings, when as a young boy, a scared Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi would cuddle in his cot, the household maid Rambha would tell him to chant the name of Lord Rama.

Jan 30, 2017, 14:39 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, pledges to fight those who seek to 'destroy'

Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi on Monday paid tribute to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his 69th death anniversary and pledged to fight against those who seek to "destroy".

Jan 30, 2017, 10:13 AM IST

President Pranab, PM Modi pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on 69th death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to the 'Father of the Nation' Mahatma Gandhi on his 69th death anniversary. 

Jan 30, 2017, 08:52 AM IST

Narendra Modi presented with first copy of book on Bapu 'Mahatma Gandhi's Life in Colour'!

Narendra Modi on Sunday was presented with the first copy of a book on Mahatma Gandhi!

Oct 02, 2016, 20:39 PM IST

B-Town pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri! Details inside

Here's how B-Town paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri! 

Oct 02, 2016, 15:18 PM IST

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri on birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and freedom fighter Lal Bahadur Shashtri on their birth anniversary. 

Oct 02, 2016, 09:11 AM IST

Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary: Exhibition on at Rajghat

On the occasion of the 68th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr Mahesh Sharma, Minister of State of Culture and Tourism (Independent Charge) inaugurated an exhibition on the life of the Father of the Nation at Rajghat.

Feb 02, 2016, 16:25 PM IST

Historians overlooked Kasturba's influence on Gandhi: DU VC

 Delhi University Vice Chancellor Dinesh Singh on Wednesday said historians have for no reasons overlooked the influence of Mahatma Gandhi's wife Kasturba on him.

Oct 14, 2015, 23:04 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi bats for saving environment, launches Mudra scheme in Jharkhand

  • The PM lays emphasis on sanitation, says people needed to inculcate a habit of cleanliness in order to fulfil Mahatma Gandhi's dream of a clean India. 

Oct 02, 2015, 08:18 AM IST