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New Delhi:

An e-auction featuring an exquisite array of gifts and mementos received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi began on Tuesday and will continue till October 2. More than 600 gifts and mementos are being auctioned online by the Union Ministry of Culture. ”This extraordinary collection mirrors India’s rich tapestry of culture, spirituality, history, and politics,” Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said on Monday while briefing the media about the auction.

Individuals keen to partake in the e-auction can register and participate via the official website — https://pmmementos.gov.in/.

According to the ministry, a poignant section of the auction pays tribute to India’s valiant warriors and freedom fighters, celebrating the glorious chapters of the nation’s history. A key feature of the auction is the sports memorabilia from Paralympic Games, 2024.

This is the sixth edition in a series of successful auctions of Prime Minister mementos, initially launched in January 2019. These auctions have garnered more than Rs 50 crore in five editions.

Minister Shekhawat said that like in the previous editions, the proceeds from this edition of the auction will also be contributing to the NamamiGange Project, a flagship initiative of the Union government dedicated to the conservation and restoration of the Ganga river, and the protection of its fragile ecosystem.

The funds generated through this auction will provide support to this worthy cause, strengthening our commitment to preserving our environment, he added.

The items on offer encompass an array of traditional art forms, showcasing vibrant paintings, intricate sculptures, indigenous handicrafts, and captivating folk and tribal artefacts. Among these treasures are items traditionally bestowed as symbols of honour and respect, including traditional angavastras, shawls, headgear and ceremonial swords.

Of special note is the collection of religious artefacts, featuring meticulously crafted temple models, such as the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and Shree Dwarkadhish at Dwarka. Additionally, the auction includes stunning statues of Hindu deities, adding a spiritual dimension to this splendid exhibition.

Distinguished works of art such as Pichwai paintings and many others grace the collection.

Notable items such as Khaadi shawls, Silver Filigree, Mata Ni Pachedi Art, Gond Art and Madhubani Art add further depth to the offerings, representing the diverse cultural heritage of India.

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New Delhi:

BJP MP and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut on Tuesday attended a book launch event in New Delhi, organised by the Narendra Modi Study Centre to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 74th birthday.

The event featured the release of Prime Minister Narendra Modi: From the Red Fort, a book edited by Ms Ranaut herself.

In her speech, Kangana praised the Prime Minister’s leadership and expressed her admiration for his vision and influence.

Addressing the gathering, the BJP MP said: “Today is the birthday of everyone’s favourite Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is a great honour for me to be here and share my thoughts. I am very grateful for this opportunity. We, as Indians, are filled with unique hope, enthusiasm, and excitement at this moment. I often reflect on what the true essence of India is. Is it merely a piece of land? Its geography changes over time, and the map of a continent or country is always evolving.”

Kangana went on to elaborate on PM Modi’s global contributions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where India emerged as a leader in vaccine distribution.

“When the pandemic hit, PM Modi ensured that vaccines were delivered across the globe through India’s medicine diplomacy. He guided the world with his enlightened vision,” she added.

Kangana Ranaut also emphasised PM Modi’s recognition on the global stage, citing his receipt of numerous civilian honors from countries around the world. She challenged the narrative pushed by critics who often focus on secularism and liberalism, stating,

“Those who constantly speak of secularism and liberalism know in their hearts who the true secularist, liberal, and feminist person is. It is PM Narendra Modi.”

The event was attended by several BJP leaders, dignitaries, and scholars, all reflecting on the profound impact of Narendra Modi’s leadership on India and the world.

The book Prime Minister Narendra Modi: From the Red Fort explores his speeches from India’s iconic landmark and underscores his vision for the country’s future.

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Bhubaneswar:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday got emotional remembering his mother on his 74th birthday and said that when his mother was alive, he always used to visit her on birthday to seek her blessings. He thanked one of the beneficiaries who fed him ‘kheer‘ during his visit to their house, reminding him of his mother.

“Before coming here, I went to the home of an Adivasi family to attend their Grih Pravesh event. My sister in that family gave me Kheer to eat. And when I was eating that kheer, it was obvious that I missed my mother. When my mother was alive, I always used to visit her on my birthday to seek her blessings. My mother used to feed me ‘Gud‘ (jaggery) by hand. She is not there anymore but my Adivasi mother fed me Kheer and gave me birthday blessings,” PM Modi said, addressing the people in Odisha.

ଭୁବନେଶ୍ୱରରେ ନାୟକ ପରିବାରଙ୍କ ଘରକୁ ଏକ ସ୍ୱତନ୍ତ୍ର ଗସ୍ତ। pic.twitter.com/ioJ0139HG7

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 17, 2024

On his 74th birthday, PM Modi was in Odisha where he interacted with women beneficiaries of ‘PM Awas Yojana’ and laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various development projects worth Rs 3800 crore in Odisha’s Bhubaneswar district.

#WATCH | Bhubaneswar, Odisha: PM Modi says, “Before coming here, I went to the home of an Adivasi family to attend their Grih Pravesh event… My sister in that family gave me Khiri to eat. And when I was eating that Khiri, it was obvious that I missed my mother. When my mother… pic.twitter.com/ycxPmRcqP5

— ANI (@ANI) September 17, 2024

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 74th birthday, several political leaders,, including LoP Rahul Gandhi and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, extended their heartfelt wishes.

The BJP heavyweights, including Union Ministers Amit Shah, BJP President JP Nadda and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, extended their wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he turned 74.

In a post on X, Amit Shah commended PM Modi’s vision of “New India” and added that the Prime Minister made impossible tasks possible with his strong will and determination.

“Modi ji has linked everything from heritage to science with the vision of ‘New India’. With his strong will and determination for public welfare, he has made many seemingly impossible tasks possible and has set new records for poor welfare,” Mr Shah said.

“In the form of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, the country has got such a decisive leader, who has worked to bring about a change in the lives of the deprived by bringing them into the mainstream, starting from the security of the country. Along with increasing the self-esteem of the countrymen, the global outlook towards India has also changed under his leadership. Modi ji, who has increased the prestige of the country from the depths of the sea to the heights of space, is an inspiration for peace, compassion and empathy all over the world. #HappyBdayModiji,” he added.

Lauding PM Modi’s commitment, Union Minister Rajnath Singh said, “Many congratulations and best wishes to the successful Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi on his birthday. Not only India but the whole world has seen and experienced his visionary and strong leadership. Modiji has led the country with full readiness, concentration and asceticism and is still doing so. #HappyBdayModiji”

“From the welfare of the poor to the welfare of every person in the society, Modiji has cared about it and has worked for it with full dedication. Today, under the leadership of Modiji, India is making its mark as a capable and strong nation to achieve the huge goal of becoming a developed India. Today, India aspires to touch new heights on the strength of the steps it has taken in the last ten years. This courage and confidence are the result of Modiji’s tireless hard work and efforts. I pray to God for his good health and long life. #HappyBirthdayModiJi,” he added in a thread of posts on X.

BJP chief JP Nadda extended his best wishes to PM Modi on behalf of all the BJP workers and said that the BJP workers will celebrate the birthday of PM Modi it as ‘Sewa Diwas’ and ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ from September 17 to October 2.

“Today is the birthday of PM Modi and like every year, the BJP is celebrating it as ‘Sewa Diwas’ and ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ from 17th September to 2nd Oct. PM Modi has made huge efforts to bring improvement in the lives of people from all sections of society… I extend my best wishes to PM Modi on behalf of all the BJP workers and pray for his good health and long life,” Mr Nadda said.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said that PM Modi has glorified Maa Bharati on the global stage.

“Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji on his birthday, who has glorified Maa Bharati on the global stage, who has given concrete form to the dream of Antyodaya and poor welfare through revolutionary decisions and public welfare policies, who is our guide, source of inspiration for crores of workers, and an ardent devotee of Baba Kedar.”

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that the party is celebrating ‘Sewa diwas’ and ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ for 15 days on the birthday of PM Modi. “On the occasion of PM Narendra Modi’s birthday, we are celebrating ‘Sewa diwas’ and ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ for 15 days…several events will be organised during this period,” Mr Sawant said.

LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi extended birthday greetings to the Prime Minister on his 74th birthday.

“Happy Birthday PM Narendra Modi ji. Wishing you a long and healthy life,” Rahul Gandhi posted on X.

Indian National Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge posted on X, “Best wishes to Prime Minister, Narendra Modi Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life.”

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal said, “Heartiest birthday wishes to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. I wish you a long and healthy life.”

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin wished PM Modi a a long life with enduring health.

“Warmest birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Wishing you a long life with enduring health in the years ahead,” Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin posted on X.

PM Modi is celebrating his 74th birthday today. He was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat.

In his initial years, he worked with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and later devoted himself to politics, working with the Bharatiya Janata Party organisation at the national and state level.

PM Modi led the BJP-led NDA to a third successive victory in the Lok Sabha polls.

PM Modi is known to have a powerful ‘personal connect’ with the people on the ground and is also known as India’s most techno-savvy leader, using the web to reach people and bring about change in their lives.

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New Delhi:

Vadnagar, a quaint town nestled in the Mehsana district of Gujarat was a relatively unknown and unexplored location until Narendra Modi became the country’s Prime Minister. Today, it is one of the towns in Gujarat, drawing maximum attention among tourists and visitors.

Vadnagar is the place in Gujarat’s Mehsana, where Narendra Modi was birth on September 17, 1950, and spent his early childhood. It is here that the young PM Modi learnt his first lessons of life. 

Vadnagar railway station served as his first ‘classroom’ and also remains an inseparable part of his life, given his transformative journey from a ‘chaiwala’ to the country’s Prime Minister.

Modi Archive, a popular X handle narrating the journey of PM Modi through archival pictures and videos, shared a series of mini-documentaries, reflecting upon his childhood days. It has shared many untold stories of PM Modi’s early days and also about how the difficult times prepared him for umpteen challenges ahead.

It has shared three documentaries, shedding light on the personal experiences of young Narendra Modi and also how it went to become his defining moment.

In the first documentary titled ‘Janmabhoomi’, says that Vadnagar, the birthplace of India’s 14th Prime Minister is an ancient town rich with 2,300 years of history & heritage. It says that Vadnagar has gifted the country a leader who is reshaping history.

Episode 1 – Janmabhoomi

Vadnagar, an ancient town rich with 2,300 years of history & heritage, gifted India a leader who is reshaping history.

Discover the land that has witnessed civilizations, legends, and now stands as the birthplace of India’s 14th Prime Minister,… pic.twitter.com/ev13vV2cJ1

— Modi Archive (@modiarchive) September 17, 2024

The second documentary titled ‘Parishram’ depicts the extraordinary journey of PM Modi from a humble village background to the top of the political spectrum.

Episode 2 – Parishram

“If the way was ever difficult, I made my own way.”

From a humble 40×12 feet home in Vadnagar to the global stage as India’s leader, PM @narendramodi‘s journey embodies perseverance.

Born into simplicity, he learned early on to find extraordinary… pic.twitter.com/3238rF8qz9

— Modi Archive (@modiarchive) September 17, 2024

“From a humble 40×12 feet home in Vadnagar to the global stage as India’s leader, PM Modi’s journey embodies perseverance. Born into simplicity, he learned early on to find extraordinary solutions through hard work and ingenuity,” it said while sharing a glimpse into his childhood.

The third series titled ‘Nanha Naru’ documents the hardships and tough times that young Modi endured and how it laid the foundation for his tumultuous yet extraordinary journey from an ordinary tea seller to the country’s top post.

Episode 3 – Nanha Naru

Even as a child, @narendramodi displayed a remarkable spirit of service and resilience. His early experiences in Vadnagar—rescuing friends and addressing social issues through theatre—foreshadowed a lifetime of leadership.

The bustling Vadnagar railway… pic.twitter.com/4EW1kiRGYm

— Modi Archive (@modiarchive) September 17, 2024

“The bustling Vadnagar railway station became ‘Little Naru’s’ classroom, where he learned life’s lessons amidst the clamour of trains and tea glasses,” the X handle said.

It also recalls his remarkable spirit of service and resilience since childhood and narrates some incidents where he rescued friends and addressed social issues.

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New Delhi:

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 74th birthday and wished that his innovative efforts pave the way to make India a developed nation.

PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950 in a small town in Gujarat.

“Hearty congratulations and best wishes to Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji on his birthday. On the strength of your personality and work, you have provided extraordinary leadership and increased the prosperity and prestige of the country,” the president said in a post on X in Hindi.

“I wish that your innovative efforts with the spirit of nation first pave the way to make India a developed nation. I pray to God that you live long and always remain healthy and happy,” she wrote.

PM Modi was sworn-in as India’s prime minister for the third time on June 9, 2024. 

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Hyderabad:

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi on Sunday greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday.

Prime Minister Modi turned 73 on Sunday, with President Droupadi Murmu and other dignitaries and politicians extending their best wishes to him.

My best wishes to PM Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life. @narendramodi

— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) September 17, 2023

“My best wishes to PM Shri Narendra Modi ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life,” Congress chief Kharge said on X.

Wishing PM Narendra Modi a happy birthday.

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 17, 2023

In a post on X, Mr Gandhi said, “Wishing PM Narendra Modi a happy birthday.”

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New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 73 on Sunday, with President Droupadi Murmu and other dignitaries and politicians extending their best wishes to him.

The BJP will also launch “Sewa Pakhwara” from today till October 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, to reach out to different sections of society with a host of welfare initiatives to mark the birthday of its preeminent leader.

Extending best wishes, the President said she wished that PM Modi with his foresight and strong leadership pave the way for India’s development in every field during the ‘Amrit Kaal’.

भारत के प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक बधाई और शुभकामनाएं। मेरी शुभेच्छा है कि अपनी दूरगामी दृष्टि तथा सुदृढ़ नेतृत्व से आप ‘अमृत काल’ में भारत के समग्र विकास का मार्ग प्रशस्त करें। मेरी ईश्वर से प्रार्थना है कि आप सदा स्वस्थ और सानंद रहें तथा देशवासियों…

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 17, 2023

Praising him as the architect of new India, Home Minister Amit Shah said he has laid a strong foundation of a grand and self-reliant India on the basis of the country’s ancient heritage.

“Be it the party organisation or the government, we always get inspiration of national interest being supreme from Modi ji,” he said, adding that he considered it his good fortune to serve the country under such a unique leader.

मोदी जी में नेतृत्व, संवेदनशीलता और परिश्रम का दुर्लभ संयोजन देखने को मिलता है।@narendramodi जी ने देश के सोचने के स्केल और साइज को बदला है, जिससे चाहे कोरोना की वैक्सीन बनाना हो या चंद्रयान-3 की सफलता, आज हमारा तिरंगा पूरे विश्व में शान से लहरा रहा है।#HappyBdayModiji

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 17, 2023

Wishing him, BJP president JP Nadda said the prime minister has given tangible shape to the Indian culture’s global prestige, people’s multi-dimensional development and the nation’s universal progress.

Our goal of “antyodaya” (uplift of the most downtrodden) has reached every village and every section of society and has become the mantra for the resolve of having a developed India, Mr Nadda said on X.

विश्व के सर्वाधिक लोकप्रिय जननेता आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी को जन्मदिवस की सादर शुभकामनाएं देता हूँ।

भारतीय संस्कृति की वैश्विक प्रतिष्ठा, जनता-जनार्दन के बहुआयामी विकास व राष्ट्र के सार्वभौमिक उत्कर्ष को आपने साकार स्वरूप प्रदान किए हैं। ‘अंत्योदय’ का हमारा… pic.twitter.com/23svOMJopN

— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) September 17, 2023

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Modi has not given merely a new identity to India but also enhanced its prestige in the world.

भारत के यशस्वी एवं कर्मयोगी प्रधानमंत्री, श्री @narendramodi जी को जन्मदिन की ढेरों शुभकामनाएँ। उन्होंने भारत को न केवल नई पहचान दी है बल्कि संपूर्ण विश्व में उसका मान भी बढ़ाया है।

लोक कल्याण और गरीब कल्याण के प्रति पूरी तरह प्रतिबद्ध मोदीजी ने भारत को विकास की नई बुलंदियों तक…

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 17, 2023

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the “architect of new India” and lauded his dedication and vision for building a “developed India.”

“Happy birthday to the great devotee of Maa Bharati, the architect of ‘New India’, the dreamer of ‘Developed India’, committed towards ‘One India – Best India’, the most popular politician of the world, the famous Prime Minister of the country Shri @narendramodi ji,” Yogi Adityanath said in a post on X in Hindi.

‘Hon. PM Shri @narendramodi Ji: The Architect of New India’

If we look closely at Hon. Prime Minister Ji’s personality, we find a reflection of a beautiful coordination of the qualities of both practicality and idealism.

Read my full article in @timesofindia… pic.twitter.com/Y72Tyk5YVS

— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) September 17, 2023

The prime minister has taken India’s development to new heights, he said, wishing him good health and long life.

The prime minister himself will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday. With ‘Vishwakarma Jayanti’ falling on Sunday as well, PM Modi will launch his government’s ambitious scheme, “PM Vishwakarma”, which is aimed at helping artisans and craftsmen and others engaged in traditional skills on the occasion. 

As practitioners of these traditional occupations come largely from Other Backward Classes, the scheme with an outlay of Rs 13,000 crore is also being seen as the ruling BJP’s outreach to the politically important segment.

He is scheduled to inaugurate the first phase of the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), named Yashobhoomi, in Dwarka and also the extension of the Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21 to a new metro station at Dwarka Sector 25 as well on Sunday.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate ‘YashoBhoomi’, a world class convention centre in Delhi’s Dwarka, on Sunday (September 17). It is among one of the world’s largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) facilities.

Here are five points on YashoBhoomi:

New Delhi:

A campaign to ensure optimum delivery of health schemes to every intended beneficiary, including those in the last mile, will be launched by the President on September 13, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Monday.

Though the “Ayushman Bhava” campaign will be launched on September 13, it will be introduced during the ‘Seva Pakhwada’ starting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday on September 17, he said.

Several activities have been planned to enhance healthcare accessibility and awareness during the pakhwada that will end on October 2, Mr Mandaviya stated.

“Following the vision of ‘Antyodaya‘, saturation of health services in every village is very important to achieve the target of health for all,” the minister said.

Ayushman Bhava is an umbrella campaign comprising Ayushman Apke Dwar 3.0 which is aimed at creation and distribution of Ayushman cards to all remaining eligible beneficiaries; Ayushman Mela as part of which weekly health melas will be held at the level of AB-HWCs and Community Health Centres (CHCs) and Ayushman Sabha, a village/ward level sabha to be held to enhance awareness about various health care schemes and services.

“With the successful implementation of all the above initiatives, the campaign will eventually ensure gram/nagar panchayat to attain the status of ‘Ayushman Gram Panchayat’ or ‘Ayushman Ward’ with saturation of selected health indicators,” stated Mr Mandaviya.

Mr Mandaviya said during this programme, camps will be set up and 60,000 people will be given Ayushman Bharat cards.

An online organ donation pledge registry will be initiated during the ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ to register the pledges of willing citizens all over the country.

A 24×7 toll free helpline number — 1800114770 — is functional for providing any guidance related to the pledging process or information on organ donation, according to a letter written by Mr Mandaviya to all cabinet ministers and chief ministers.

During the ‘Seva Pakhwada’, all blood banks will organise at least one blood donation camp to ensure smooth availability of blood and its components in the future. Cleanliness drives at all public health facilities at primary, secondary and tertiary health care levels will be held with the support of gram panchayat members and others.

Mr Mandaviya said last year on the Prime Minister’s birthday, the government worked on the issue of tuberculosis.

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