Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Remembering Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the 'Iron Man of India' on his 70th death anniversary

A successful lawyer by profession, Patel was a senior Congress leader, who played a leading role in the country's struggle for independence and guided its integration into a united, independent nation. 

Dec 15, 2020, 12:25 PM IST

DNA Exclusive: Changing facets of patriotism and paternity in modern era of gender equality

Virat Kohli will return to India after the series opener of the India-Australia Test series from December 17. 

Nov 19, 2020, 01:33 AM IST

On Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary, Kangana Ranaut pays tribute to Iron Man, says 'he sacrificed his position'

On the work front, Kangana Ranaut has 'Thalaivi' biopic based on the life of actress-turned politician J Jayalalithaa, Tejas and Dhaakad in the pipeline.

 

Oct 31, 2020, 11:38 AM IST

Rashtriya Ekta Divas: PM Narendra Modi says India can never forget those who did politics on Pulwama attack

PM Narendra Modi lauded India for bravely fighting against the pandemic on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Divas. PM Modi also took an oath to maintain national unity on the 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel.

Oct 31, 2020, 10:23 AM IST

PM Modi will give a 'message of unity' to country from Statue of Unity

The entire nation is celebrating the birth anniversary of Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as National Unity Day. Prime Minister Modi is visiting Gujarat on this occasion, where he will give a message of unity to the nation from the Statue of Unity.

Oct 31, 2020, 08:04 AM IST

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Nation remembers 'Iron Man of India' for unification of India

This year will mark the 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel, who accomplished the difficult task of bringing 562 princely states into the fold of the Union of India. 

Oct 31, 2020, 02:35 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi on two-day Gujarat trip from October 30, to visit Statue of Unity: Here's his full schedule

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to launch a host of projects.

Oct 30, 2020, 01:19 AM IST

National Unity Day to mark 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; PM Modi to launch Kevadia App

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel fought against the British Empire and became the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of independent India. 

Oct 29, 2020, 23:44 PM IST

Amit Shah attends 73rd Raising Day Parade of Delhi Police, remembers Vallabhbhai Patel

Apart from Shah, Puducherry governor Kiran Bedi also attended the 73rd Raising Day Parade. 

Feb 16, 2020, 12:06 PM IST

5W1H: Amit Shah flagged off Run For Unity in New Delhi on the occasion of Sardar Patel’s 144th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat’s Kevadia on the occasion of Patel’s 144th birth anniversary. October 31 is observed as National Unity Day and thousands of people participated in the Run for Unity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off Run For Unity in New Delhi.

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Oct 31, 2019, 17:10 PM IST

Those who can't win war against us try to challenge our unity: PM Modi on Sardar Patel's birth anniversary

Recalling Sardar Patel's mantra for unity, PM Modi said the people followed him as the sense of unity was imbibed in them. He added that after Chanakya if any person could unite Indians it was the 'Iron Man'. He added that the British had intended to tear apart the country.

Oct 31, 2019, 11:50 AM IST

Parliament fulfils Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's dream by repealing Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir: Amit Shah

Noting that it took long 70 years to take that step ending special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Shah mentioned that Patel had managed to integrate over 550 princely states but Jammu and Kashmir had remained out.

Oct 31, 2019, 09:57 AM IST

Article 370 was gateway to terrorism in India: Amit Shah on birth anniversary of Sardar Patel

Shah graced the ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ celebrations as Chief Guest and flagged off the ‘Run For Unity’ at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, in New Delhi. Earlier Shri Shah paid floral tributes at the statue of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel at Patel Chowk, in New Delhi.

Oct 31, 2019, 08:59 AM IST

On Sardar Patel's birth anniversary, PM Modi to pay tribute to him at Statue of Unity, nation gears up for 'Run For Unity'

PM Modi will pay tribute to Sardar Patel, first Home Minister and first Deputy PM, at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat`s Kevadia on the occasion. He is also expected to participate at the Ekta Diwas Parade, visit the Technology Demonstration Site and later interact with Civil Service Probationers at Kevadia.

Oct 31, 2019, 06:53 AM IST

MHA will announce National Unity Award on Thursday on Sardar Patel's birth anniversary

The Award shall be conferred by President Ram Nath Kovind by a Sanad under his hand and seal and presented by him in a presentation ceremony along with the Padma award presentation ceremony held in Rashtrapati Bhawan in the national capital.

Oct 30, 2019, 13:59 PM IST

MHA instructs police, security forces to place Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's picture in their offices

The MHA has also issued a directive that along with the picture a message will also be a part of the display. The message will read, "We will always keep India's security and unity intact."

Oct 17, 2019, 17:35 PM IST

Nehru was wrong on J&K, PM Modi corrected historic blunder by revoking Article 370: Ravi Shankar Prasad

"About Jammu and Kashmir, Sardar Patel was right and Nehru ji was wrong. A historical blunder was committed. Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shown the courage to correct that historical mistake," he said while addressing a press conference on Wednesday.

Sep 12, 2019, 08:38 AM IST

73rd Independence Day: Abrogation of Article 370, Article 35A realisation of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's dreams, says PM Narendra Modi

Addressing the nation, PM Modi said that his government, which is serving its second term, has taken several important steps within a short span of time. He said, "In just 10 weeks, our government is focusing on every aspect across dimensions."

Aug 15, 2019, 09:00 AM IST

Web series on India's 'Iron Man' Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the works

Hindol Sengupta's book "The Man Who Saved India", a biography of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is being made into a web series.

Mar 11, 2019, 14:12 PM IST

Railways to run special train to Statue of Unity from March 4

The Statue of Unity is situated on the river island called Sadhu Bet in front of the Narmada Dam in Gujarat. It is the world's tallest statue at a height of 182 metres.

Feb 23, 2019, 10:40 AM IST