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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 81st episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' at 11 am on Sunday. The programme will be broadcast on All IndiaRadio and Doordarshan and also on AIR News and mobile app. It will also be streamed live on the YouTube channels of AIR, DD News, PMO, BJP, and information and broadcasting ministry. AIR will broadcast the programme in regional languages immediately after the Hindi broadcast. The regional language versions will be repeated at 8 in the evening. PM @narendramodi to share his thoughts with the people in #MannKiBaat programme on All India Radio today at 11 AM. Watch LIVE on : https://t.co/jvFBmlwCA6 #PMonAIR pic.twitter.com/9eSz6tGz08 — All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) September 25, 2021 The radio programme comes after Modi's visit to the United States where he addressed the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and is likely to focus on some of the important issues d iscus

Barely four months after Yaas' wreaked havoc in Odisha, the coastal state is bracing for another cyclone, Gulab, which is likely to make landfall on Sunday evening between Gopalpur and Kalingapatanam in Andhra Pradesh, the India Meteorological Department said. The deep depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into cyclone 'Gulab' on Saturday and an 'orange' alert has been issued for north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts, it said. West Bengal, however, heaved a sigh of relief for now, as the weatherman said the developing cyclonic storm is expected to reach the region by 29 September, by when it is expected to have weakened considerably. The region, however, must watch out for the formation of a new low-pressure system near the coast of Myanmar, which, in all probability, will dump heavy rain in the state's southern districts next week. Cyclone Gulab, as named by Pakistan, lay centered about 370 km east-southeast of Gopalpur in Odisha and

Petrol prices remained static but diesel prices rose on Sunday across the country. In Delhi, petrol costs Rs 101.19 a litre while the rate of diesel was Rs 89.07 per litre, a hike by 25 paise. In Mumbai, petrol can be bought at Rs 107.26 per litre and diesel costs Rs 96.68 for one litre, an increase by 27 paise. In Chennai, a litre of petrol is priced at Rs 98.96. On Sunday, the price of a litre of diesel was Rs 93.69 per litre, a rise of 23 paise. Petrol in Kolkata costs Rs 101.62 per litre while diesel costs Rs 92.17 a litre, which is expensive by 25 paise. While petrol can be bought at Rs 109.63 in Bhopal and diesel costs Rs 97.92 a litre, dearer by 27 paise. Petrol and diesel prices  are revised by the oil marketing companies including Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil and Hindustan Petroleum. The new prices are implemented at 6 am every day. States and cities have different fuel prices because of the value-added taxes, local and freight charges which vary depending on the place.

Addressing the Global Citizen Live programme on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched upon various aspects of progress, development and restoration of the ravages left behind by the COVID-19 pandemic. Fight against COVID-19 Modi pointed out that for two years now, humanity is battling a once-in-a-lifetime global pandemic. "For almost two years now, humanity is battling a once in a lifetime global pandemic. Our shared experience of fighting the pandemic has taught us - we are stronger and better when we are together," the prime minister said in a video message. For almost two years now, humanity is battling a once in a lifetime global pandemic. Our shared experience of fighting the pandemic has taught us - we are stronger and better when we are together: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 25, 2021 PM @narendramodi ’s address at the Global Citizen Live programme. https://t.co/VpFI5bUGMX — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 25, 2021 Homes fo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech at the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) was short, crisp, to the point and a prime instance of brilliant wordplay to wow the world at a global forum. Hundreds of nation heads are in New York City this week at the UN headquarters to attend annual General Assembly. The high-level General Debate starts on 21 September ends on 27 September. Although the event was held almost entirely virtually last year because of the pandemic, many leaders are delivering in-person speeches at this year's summit, including US president Joe Biden, who made his first address to the 193-member world body since he took office. Vaccinations for COVID-19, climate change and the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan are some of the topics highlighted at this year's meeting. Here are some catchy quotes from Prime Minister Modi's speech: 1. "I represent a nation that is called the Mother of Democracy and this year India completed 75 years of in

Addressing the high-level United Nations General Assembly session in New York , Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for international community's support to war-torn Afghanistan. "The women and children of Afghanistan, the minorities of Afghanistan need help. And we must fulfill our duty by providing them with this help," he said. Aiming a subtle dig at Pakistan in his UNGA address, Modi said, "There are countries that are using terror as a political tool. They should know that terror is equally dangerous for them." In an apparent reference to China which is flexing its military muscles in the Indo-Pacific, the prime minister also said that in order to strengthen the rules-based world order, the international community must speak in unison. Noting that the world is facing an increased threat of regressive thinking and extremism, Modi in a veiled attack on Pakistan which is often accused by its neighbours of providing safe havens to terrorists sai

Addressing the high-level United Nations General Assembly session in New York , Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for international community's support to war-torn Afghanistan. "The women and children of Afghanistan, the minorities of Afghanistan need help. And we must fulfill our duty by providing them with this help," he said. Aiming a subtle dig at Pakistan in his UNGA address, Modi said, "There are countries that are using terror as a political tool. They should know that terror is equally dangerous for them." In an apparent reference to China which is flexing its military muscles in the Indo-Pacific, the prime minister also said that in order to strengthen the rules-based world order, the international community must speak in unison. Noting that the world is facing an increased threat of regressive thinking and extremism, Modi in a veiled attack on Pakistan which is often accused by its neighbours of providing safe havens to terrorists sai

Addressing the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly at United Nations in New York on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic before explaining to the world the idea of democracy in India. "For the last year and a half, the world has been dealing with the worst pandemic in over 100 years. I pay my respects to all who have lost their lives. I represent a nation that is called the Mother of Democracy and this year India completed 75 years of independence. Our identity is our strong democracy. India is a shining example of a vibrant democracy because democracy can deliver and it has delivered," Modi said. "The strength of India's democracy lies in the fact that a young tea seller is addressing the UN for the fourth time," the prime minister said. Development in India Prime Minister Modi highlighted how India despite being a highly populated country how steps are being taken to improve the quality of life of i

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju is currently making headlines after he broke into a song at an event for a group of young bureaucrats. The 49-year-old minister addressed a group of young Arunachal civil service officers who completed their training programme at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie. Kiren Rijiju, who is a man of many talents, hosted the new batch of civil servants at his Delhi residence recently and surprised the guests with his singing at the event. As he hosted the young officers, Rijiju sang the classic song ‘Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan’ from the Bollywood film Yaarana that was released in 1981. The movie starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead. Taking to his official Twitter handle, Rijiju shared the video and said “Just to please the young and smart Arunachal Civil Service Officers after completing their first-ever Customised Training Programme at the Premier Academy for IAS, Elite Officers.” Just to please the young and smart Arunachal Civil S

In a shocking incident, an elephant left devotees in a state of fear and panic after it got restless and agitated, following which it threw off a man who was sitting on top of it. Among the many states in the country, Kerala has a large number of wild elephants who are seen taking part in everyday prayer rituals in most of the temples. But this time, things did not go as planned during a recent evening ceremonial. According to Manorama News , this horrific incident took place on 24 September at Thiruvilwamala Vilwadrinatha Temple. This temple is located in the Thrissur district of Kerala. Reports suggest that the elephant identified as Pananchery Parameshwaran got out of control during a nirmalyam ritual that was held in the evening. Apart from throwing the man on the ground, the tusker even kicked down a deepastambham (lamp) of the temple that totally brought fear and panic among the onlookers. Check the video here: The video shows the animal vigorously shaking its head and for

The Department of Education, Rajasthan has announced the announcement date for state BSTC Pre DElEd Result 2021. As per the latest update, the pre-DELEd examination result will be declared on 27 September at 1:00 pm. The registered candidates can check their scores by visiting the official website: https://predeled.com/ as and when the scorecards are released. Meanwhile, a tweet regarding the same was shared on the official Twitter handle of the Department of Education. “Pre D.L. Ed. Monday Date of Examination, 2021: The result will be declared on 27.9.2021 at 1.00 PM at Shiksha Sankul, Jaipur. The state government is determined to provide employment opportunities to the youth of the state,” reads the tweet. The announcement of Rajasthan BSTC Pre-DElEd Result 2021 will be made at Shiksha Sankul, Jaipur. Moreover, senior officials of the department will be present on the occasion. प्री डी. एल. एड. परीक्षा, 2021 का सोमवार दिनांक: 27.9.2021 को दोपहर 1.00 बजे शिक्षा संकुल, जयपुर में पर

The admit cards for the Multi Tasking (non-technical) Staff (MTS) Examination 2021 have been released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The registered candidates can now check and download their hall tickets by visiting SSC’s main website (ssc.nic.in) or other regional websites. According to the schedule, the SSC MTS Paper I will be held from 5 October to 2 November. Applicants can follow these steps to download SSC MTS 2021 admit cards: Step 1: Go to ssc.nic.in or any other official website Step 2: On the homepage, search and open the SSC MTS Admit Card 2021 link Step 3: As the new page opens, enter the required login credentials and click on submit Step 4: Your SSC MTS 2021 admit card will appear on the screen Step 5: Verify the details mentioned on it and download the hall ticket. Keep a printout for future use Here's the direct link For the unversed, the SSC MTS examination will comprise of two papers Paper I and Paper II. Paper I is supposed to be a computer-ba

The Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is likely to release the admit cards for Undergraduate Entrance Test (UET) and Postgraduate Entrance Test (PET) anytime soon. The BHU UET and PET hall tickets are expected to be issued for entrance examinations scheduled from 28 September. Once the admit cards are released, candidates can access them by visiting the official website at  https://bhuet.nta.nic.in/ . As per the latest notice , the examinations will be conducted in hybrid mode this year. It is a mix of both online and offline formats which will be held from 28 to 30 September and 1, 3, and 4, October. Step to download BHU admit card 2021: Step 1: Go to the official website at  https://bhuet.nta.nic.in/ Step 2: Candidates need to log in with system generated correct application numbers and passwords Step 3: Then, applicants need to click on the designated link that will be available on the screen Step 4: Following this, the BHU admit cards 2021 can be downloaded BHU 2021 entrance t

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued the Selection Posts Phase 9 recruitment 2021 notification. Aspirants can now apply for the recruitment drive by visiting the official website, https://ssc.nic.in/ . Applicants should note that the registration process began on 24 September and the application window will close on 25 October. Through this recruitment drive, a total of 3,261 posts will be filled in the commission. Also, candidates should register only once for one category of post. Check the official  notification here . Check the important dates to remember below: - Opening date: 24 September - Closing date of application window: 25 October - Last date to make online fee payment: 28 October - Last date for generation of offline challan: 28 October - Last date for payment through Challan: 1 November - Computer-based Examination will be held anytime in January/ February 2022 Application fees: Candidates applying for various Selection Posts need to pay an applicati

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is also the first minister of cooperation of India, addressed the maiden National Cooperative Conference (Sehkarita Sammelan) on Saturday at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in the national capital, where he outlined the government’s vision and roadmap for the development of this sector. Addressing the conference, organised by cooperative bodies IFFCO, National Cooperative Federation of India, Amul, Sahakar Bharti, NAFED and KRIBHCO, among others, Shah said it was a matter of pride for him as he was chosen to be the country's first cooperative minister. "I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving me this opportunity," he told a crowd of over 2,000 people who had gathered at the stadium; another six crore joined the event in virtually. It's a matter of pride for me as I was chosen as country's first Cooperative Minister. I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving me the opportunity: Union Home Minister Amit Shah pic.t

In a US-India Joint Leaders’ Statement issued after the first in-person bilateral meeting between US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Friday, the two leaders discussed various issues — from Afghanistan to cross-border terror and COVID-19. Both Modi and Biden expressed "deep pride" and appreciation about their nations' close cooperation to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, as they noted that all sections of the society were mobilised in unprecedented ways to share emergency relief supplies during each country’s times of need. On the front of cross-border terrorism, India and the US have said that they will take concerted action against all terrorist groups, including groups proscribed by the UN as they condemned cross-border terrorism and called for the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to be brought to justice. India and the US called on the Taliban to adhere to its commitments and respect the human rights of all Afgha

India denounced Pakistan as a patron of terrorism and a suppressor of minorities in reply to Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's tirade against the country. In a strong rebuttal, Sneha Dubey, India's first secretary, said : "This is the country which is an arsonist disguising itself as a fire-fighter. Pakistan nurtures terrorists in their backyard in the hope that they will only harm their neighbours. Our region, and in fact the entire world, has suffered because of their policies. On the other hand, they are trying to cover up sectarian violence in their country as acts of terror." यह एक ऐसा देश (पाकिस्तान) है जो खुद को फायर फाइटर बताकर आगजनी करता है : स्नेहा दुबे, संयुक्त राष्ट्र महासभा में प्रथम सचिव @MEAIndia pic.twitter.com/td48oDowzz — प्रसार भारती न्यूज सर्विसेज (@PBNS_Hindi) September 25, 2021 On the issue of the Pakistani prime minister raking up the issue of Kashmir, she emphatically added: "The entire Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir

The Haryana Civil Services preliminary examination 2021 results have been released by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC). Candidates who appeared for the prelims can now check their scorecards by visiting the official website at  http://hpsc.gov.in/en-us/ . “The number of qualified candidates is twelve times the total number of vacancies. These candidates have qualified for the Main Written Examination of HCS (Ex.Br.) & other Allied Services Examination, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility conditions,” the commission said in the official notification . According to the notice, a total of 991 candidates have passed the prelims exam and the cut-off is 68.50. The HCS preliminary examination was conducted on 12 September. Steps to check HPSC HCS Prelims 2021: Step 1: Go to the official website -  http://hpsc.gov.in/en-us/ Step 2: Search and click on the ‘Result’ tab on the homepage Step 3: Candidates need to click on the results link Step 4: As a new page opens,

Antyodaya Diwas is celebrated every year on 25 September to mark the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, one of the most prominent personalities in the history of Indian politics. This year, the Antyodaya Diwas marks the 105th birth anniversary of Upadhyaya. He was the co-founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh (BJS) and a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) thinker. As Antyodaya means uplifting the poorest of the poor, the special day aims at reaching the last person of the society. On this day, Upadhyaya is remembered for his contribution to society and politics. Born in 1916, Upadhyaya was brought up by his maternal uncle after he lost his parents at an early age. He was born in Chandrabhan village (now called Deendayal Dham) in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura district. His father was an astrologer by profession while his mother was a housewife. Here is all you need to know about Antyodaya Diwas: As the Antyodaya mission aims to ‘reaching out to the last person,’ this day is de

The Karnataka High Court on Wednesday upheld the Arms Act exemption granted to every person of Coorg by race , and Jumma tenure landholders in Coorg (Kodagu district). A division bench of acting Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum heard the matter which was first filed on 30 June by 41-year-old Captain Chethan YK (retired), also a resident of Kodagu, who sought to know why only one race was given this exemption. The judges in the case said: "The Kodava community which is a marshal community is enjoying the benefit of exemption since pre-independence and Jumma tenure holders are enjoying the exemption since pre-independence period. They have rightly been granted exemption for a period of ten years, it is not the case they have been granted exemption indefinitely. Exemption granted is subject to certain terms and conditions. Therefore, the Constitutional validity of the notification is upheld in the petition." Take a look at who are the Kod

Eminent women's rights activist, poet and author Kamla Bhasin passed away on Saturday. Activist Kavita Srivastava said on Twitter that 75-year-old Bhasin breathed her last around 3 am. Kamla Bhasin, our dear friend, passed away around 3am today 25th Sept. This is a big setback for the women's movement in India and the South Asian region. She celebrated life whatever the adversity. Kamla you will always live in our hearts. In Sisterhood, which is in deep grief pic.twitter.com/aQA6QidVEl — Kavita Srivastava (@kavisriv) September 25, 2021 Bhasin had reportedly been diagnosed with cancer a few months ago. Bhasin, an outspoken champion of women's rights in India and South Asia since the 1970s, was best known for her work with Sangat: A Feminist Network and her poem Kyunki main ladki hoon, mujhe padhna hai. Born on 24 April 1946 in the district of Mandi Bahauddin, which is now in Pakistan, her family shifted to Rajasthan in India after the Partition. According to the Hi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session today, 25 September. He has already reached New York to attend the session which had gone virtual last year due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Before leaving for the United Nations, Modi said that this visit would be an occasion to make the Indo-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership stronger and consolidate ties with Australia and Japan. After attending his first in-person Quad Summit and holding his first bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden in the White House on Friday, 24 September, Modi left for New York from Washington. The Prime Minister's Office in a tweet said, "After a series of meetings in Washington DC, PM @narendramodi emplanes for New York City. He will be addressing the UNGA session there". Talking about addressing the UNGA session, in a statement, Modi shared that his speech will focus on the “pressing global challenges” including

India denounced Pakistan as a patron of terrorism and a suppressor of minorities in reply to Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's tirade against the country. In a strong rebuttal, Sneha Dubey, India's first secretary, said : "This is the country which is an arsonist disguising itself as a fire-fighter. Pakistan nurtures terrorists in their backyard in the hope that they will only harm their neighbours. Our region, and in fact the entire world, has suffered because of their policies. On the other hand, they are trying to cover up sectarian violence in their country as acts of terror." यह एक ऐसा देश (पाकिस्तान) है जो खुद को फायर फाइटर बताकर आगजनी करता है : स्नेहा दुबे, संयुक्त राष्ट्र महासभा में प्रथम सचिव @MEAIndia pic.twitter.com/td48oDowzz — प्रसार भारती न्यूज सर्विसेज (@PBNS_Hindi) September 25, 2021 On the issue of the Pakistani prime minister raking up the issue of Kashmir, she emphatically added: "The entire Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir

Petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged on Saturday across the country. In Delhi, petrol costs Rs 101.19 a litre while the rate of diesel was Rs 88.82 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol can be bought at Rs 107.26 per litre and diesel costs Rs 96.41 for one litre. In Chennai, a litre of petrol is priced at Rs 98.96. On Saturday, the price of a litre of diesel was Rs 93.46 per litre. Petrol in Kolkata costs Rs 101.62 per litre while diesel costs Rs 91.92 a litre. While petrol can be bought at Rs 109.63 in Bhopal and diesel costs Rs 97.65 a litre. Petrol and diesel prices  are revised by the oil marketing companies including Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil and Hindustan Petroleum. The new prices are implemented at 6 am every day. States and cities have different fuel prices because of the value-added taxes, local and freight charges which vary depending on the place. Following are the prices of diesel and petrol in a few metros and Tier-II cities in the country: 1.  Mumbai Petrol - Rs