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Nehru was instrumental in popularising Yoga, made it part of national policy: Cong
In a tweet from its official Twitter handle, the Congress said, "On International Day of Yoga, we thank Pandit Nehru, who was instrumental in popularising Yoga and even made it a part of national policy. Let us appreciate the importance of the ancient art and philosophy in our physical and mental wellbeing and take steps to incorporate it in our lives."
WATCH | 'Terrorism divides but tourism unites', says PM Modi in G20 meet
Addressing the meeting, PM Modi further said, "India's efforts in the tourism sector are centered on preserving its rich heritage while creating a world-class infrastructure for tourism." "India is also recognising the relevance of the tourism sector for the speedy achievement of Sustainable Development Goals," he added.
Congress slams Modi govt for 'denying' rice to Karnataka, terms it 'anti-poor'
Slamming the government, Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh said, "Most recent chronology of Modi's anti-poor and vendetta politics. On May 13, 2023, Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) and BJP were rejected comprehensively by the people of Karnataka. On June 2, Chief Minister Karnataka (Siddaramaiah) announces implementation of Anna Bhagya guarantee from July 1 that will give 10 kg free food grains to poor families.
Oppn meeting: Mamata to reach Patna a day in advance to meet Lalu Yadav
Highly placed Trinamool Congress sources said that the chief minister is expected to reach Patna on June 22 afternoon and there is a possibility of her meeting with former Bihar chief minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad. The probable meeting on this count is being viewed as quite crucial as Mamata Banerjee has already made it clear that she would not be able to provide support to the Congress in West Bengal .
Difference between India, Pakistan is clear: UP CM
While India is giving free ration to 80 crore people, the people of Pakistan are yearning for two square meals, he added. "Pakistan was formed a day before India became independent, but today the whole world is seeing the difference between India and Pakistan," he said at a public meeting organised at the Mahant.
Uma Bharti hits out at Jairam Ramesh for remarks on Gita Press
The veteran BJP leader said that the Congress seems to have taken the path of Islam and Christianity without realising that communities like Christians and Muslims also have respect for the Gita Press. Bharti made the remarks in response to Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's tweet, in which he termed the decision to felicitate the Gita Press with the Gandhi Peace Prize a "travesty".
Arvind Kejriwal alleges BJP trying to take control of Delhi through ordinance
Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Central government for its ordinance, and the misuse of the recently set up National Capital Civil Services Authority (NCCSA). Kejriwal said the ordinance grants excessive power to bureaucrats, surpassing that of ministers, the Chief Minister, and the Cabinet.
International Yoga Day: Arvind Kejriwal vows to restart free Yoga classes for Delhiites
"Tomorrow is International Yoga Day. This day inspires us to do Yoga. "Two years ago the Delhi government started free Yoga classes for the people of Delhi. About 17,000 people started doing Yoga in these every day. Last year They got these Yoga classes stopped. Who benefits from this? Should public welfare programs like this be stopped?
NCP-Shiv Sena (UBT) needle CM Shinde with 'traitor day', BJP hits back
There were loud protests and demonstrations, burning of 'Khokhas' (slang for Crore rupees), raising slogans and condemning the ruling ally Shiv Sena for its actions that led to the collapse of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government headed by former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray in 2022.
Manipur violence: Opposition parties upset over PM Modi's silence, submit memorandum to PMO
Congress criticized PM for meeting the film writer Manoj Muntashir, who wrote obscene dialogues for the movie Adipursh, but has no time to meet senior leaders of the country. Ajoy Kumar claimed that the writer Muntashir met Modi without any appointment for 45 minutes while the leaders from the violence ridden state, including even those from the BJP, were not able to get audience with him (PM Modi).
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