Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday celebrated Diwali with personnel of Indian Army in Rajouri district along the Line of Control (LoC). Accompanied by Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and Northern Army Commander Lieutenant-General Ranbir Singh, Modi, clad in army colours, greeted the soldiers and served them sweets on the auspicious occasion.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday celebrated Diwali with personnel of Indian Army in Rajouri district along the Line of Control (LoC). Accompanied by Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and Northern Army Commander Lieutenant-General Ranbir Singh, Modi, clad in army colours, greeted the soldiers and served them sweets on the auspicious occasion. Like he has done during previous Diwalis, PM @narendramodi celebrated this festival with soldiers protecting India. He went to Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir, where he interacted with soldiers and exchanged sweets. Here are some pictures. #Diwali pic.twitter.com/AfaNOhfMr1 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) October 27, 2019 × The prime minister shared pictures from the celebration with jawans on his social media accounts, including Instagram."Celebrated #Diwali with the brave soldiers of the Indian Army in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir. It is always a matter of great joy to be able to interact with these courageous personnel," tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi also addressed the soldiers, thanking them for their service and talked about major steps being taken by the government for their welfare."While interacting with our soldiers, I thanked them on behalf of the people of India for their monumental service. Their vigilance and valour keep our nation safe! I also spoke about the major steps our Government is taking for the welfare of soldiers," Prime Minister Modi said in another tweet. Modi also exchanged Diwali greetings with the Indian Air Force Personnel at Pathankot Air Force Station."On the way back from Rajouri, also interacted with air warriors and personnel of the army at Pathankot Air Force Station," tweeted Modi. Earlier in the day on his monthly radio programme `Mann Ki Baat`, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to everyone. (With inputs from ANI)

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with army jawans, air force personnel in J&K

PM Modi arrives at Rajouri near LoC to greet & celebrate Diwali with Indian soldiers. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi arrives at Rajouri near LoC to greet & celebrate Diwali with Indian soldiers

Prime Minisiter Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through his monthly <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-gives-call-for-bharatkilaxmi-campain-to-honor-achievements-of-daughters-of-the-nation-252663">radio programme 'Mann ki Baat</a>'. The prime minister started off his address by wishing everybody on the occasion of Diwali.&nbsp;

PM Modi said Diwali is celebrated across the world and urged people to popularise the festival. "India is a land of festivals... Indians abroad must popularise our festivals," he noted.&nbsp;

He talked about the concept of festival tourism and lauded the "Lakshmis" of the nations, the daughters of the country who he described as the "future of the country".

In his last 'Mann ki Baat' address in September, the prime minister spoke about initiating a 'Bharat Ki Laxmi' campaign to honour the girls who have brought a change in society.

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Last month, during the 57th episode of 'Mann ki Baat', Modi announced starting this campaign during Diwali and called on citizens to outline the achievements of 'daughters' of the country using BharatKiLaxmi hashtag.

"There must be numerous daughters amongst us who, through their perseverance, diligence and talent have brought glory to their families, society and the country. This Diwali, can we arrange programmes to honour the Laxmi of India?" Modi had said.

"This time, let us do campaign #Bharatkilaxmi. Encouraging the Laxmi of Bharat amounts to strengthening the paths of prosperity for the country and her citizens," he added.

 
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Prime Minisiter Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through his monthly radio programme 'Mann ki Baat'. The prime minister started off his address by wishing everybody on the occasion of Diwali.

Prime Minisiter Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through his monthly radio programme 'Mann ki Baat'. The prime minister started off his address by wishing everybody on the occasion of Diwali. PM Modi said Diwali is celebrated across the world and urged people to popularise the festival. "India is a land of festivals... Indians abroad must popularise our festivals," he noted. He talked about the concept of festival tourism and lauded the "Lakshmis" of the nations, the daughters of the country who he described as the "future of the country". In his last 'Mann ki Baat' address in September, the prime minister spoke about initiating a 'Bharat Ki Laxmi' campaign to honour the girls who have brought a change in society. × Last month, during the 57th episode of 'Mann ki Baat', Modi announced starting this campaign during Diwali and called on citizens to outline the achievements of 'daughters' of the country using BharatKiLaxmi hashtag. "There must be numerous daughters amongst us who, through their perseverance, diligence and talent have brought glory to their families, society and the country. This Diwali, can we arrange programmes to honour the Laxmi of India?" Modi had said. "This time, let us do campaign #Bharatkilaxmi. Encouraging the Laxmi of Bharat amounts to strengthening the paths of prosperity for the country and her citizens," he added.

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi wishes nation on Diwali, lauds country's daughters as future of India 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison's special invite to Indians encouraging them to visit Down Under for the T20 World Cup next year will surely resonate with all the countrymen.

Modi also took the opportunity to wish all Australians a happy Diwali.

"Lovely video. When my good friend and the PM of Australia @ScottMorrisonMP personally invites, I am sure many more tourists and cricket lovers will plan to visit Australia. And, our cricket fans are also the liveliest. Let me also wish the people of Australia a Happy Diwali," Modi tweeted.

Morrison had shared a video in which all the tourist destinations in Australia are shown.

What makes this interesting, is the commentary done by Harsha Bhogle and Shibani Dandekar to give the cricketing flavour in the video.

The Australian Prime Minister encouraged all Indian fans to visit the country to fill up the stadiums during the T20 World Cup.

"After last night's superb T20 match, really looking forward to Australia hosting the @T20WorldCup next year. @TourismAus have a great new advert, encouraging Indian cricket fans to consider a trip out here for it. What do you think @narendramodi," Morrison tweeted.

Australia will be hosting both Women's and Men's T20 World Cup next year. The women's T20 World Cup is slated to be played from February 21 to March 8 next year while the men's tournament will be played from October 18 to November 11.&nbsp;

 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison's special invite to Indians encouraging them to visit Down Under for the T20 World Cup next year will surely resonate with all the countrymen.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison's special invite to Indians encouraging them to visit Down Under for the T20 World Cup next year will surely resonate with all the countrymen. Modi also took the opportunity to wish all Australians a happy Diwali. "Lovely video. When my good friend and the PM of Australia @ScottMorrisonMP personally invites, I am sure many more tourists and cricket lovers will plan to visit Australia. And, our cricket fans are also the liveliest. Let me also wish the people of Australia a Happy Diwali," Modi tweeted. Morrison had shared a video in which all the tourist destinations in Australia are shown. What makes this interesting, is the commentary done by Harsha Bhogle and Shibani Dandekar to give the cricketing flavour in the video. The Australian Prime Minister encouraged all Indian fans to visit the country to fill up the stadiums during the T20 World Cup. "After last night's superb T20 match, really looking forward to Australia hosting the @T20WorldCup next year. @TourismAus have a great new advert, encouraging Indian cricket fans to consider a trip out here for it. What do you think @narendramodi," Morrison tweeted. Australia will be hosting both Women's and Men's T20 World Cup next year. The women's T20 World Cup is slated to be played from February 21 to March 8 next year while the men's tournament will be played from October 18 to November 11.

'Good friend' Scott Morrison's special invite will encourage Indians to plan visit to Australia: PM Modi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack.&nbsp;

"During Congress time, Mauni Baba (Manmohan Singh) was our prime minister. That time terrorists used to enter the country and kill our soldiers. After Pulwama attack, Narendra Modi took action in 10 days by doing strike on terrorists based in Pakistan. He ensured that the country is safe," he said at an event here.

On February 26 this year, IAF fighters flew deep into Pakistan to bomb the JeM facility at Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

The action came after the February 14 suicide bombing in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama, which killed over 40 CRPF personnel.&nbsp;

Highlighting several `positive` changes in the country, Shah that the BJP-led government abolished Article 370 which opened the doors of development for Jammu and Kashmir.

"We made positive changes in many parts of country. We abolished article 370 and 35 A and made Kashmir part of India. Doors for development in Kashmir has now opened," he said.&nbsp;

"Congress MPs in Parliament said blood rivers will flow in Kashmir as this Article (370) was abolished but nothing happened. Without firing any bullet there is peace in Kashmir. No bullet has been fired till now," the Home Minister added.&nbsp;

In August this year, the Central government revoked Article 370 which gave special provisions to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two union territories.&nbsp;

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack. "During Congress time, Mauni Baba (Manmohan Singh) was our prime minister. That time terrorists used to enter the country and kill our soldiers. After Pulwama attack, Narendra Modi took action in 10 days by doing strike on terrorists based in Pakistan. He ensured that the country is safe," he said at an event here. On February 26 this year, IAF fighters flew deep into Pakistan to bomb the JeM facility at Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The action came after the February 14 suicide bombing in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama, which killed over 40 CRPF personnel. Highlighting several `positive` changes in the country, Shah that the BJP-led government abolished Article 370 which opened the doors of development for Jammu and Kashmir. "We made positive changes in many parts of country. We abolished article 370 and 35 A and made Kashmir part of India. Doors for development in Kashmir has now opened," he said. "Congress MPs in Parliament said blood rivers will flow in Kashmir as this Article (370) was abolished but nothing happened. Without firing any bullet there is peace in Kashmir. No bullet has been fired till now," the Home Minister added. In August this year, the Central government revoked Article 370 which gave special provisions to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two union territories.

Amit Shah attacks Congress over inaction against terrorism, says PM Modi ensured India is safe

Assembly elections results of Haryana & Maharashtra has thrown a surprise for BJP. The contest in Maharashtra was for 288 seats. BJP gets 104 seats in this election in comparison to 2014 assembly elections that was 122. This was a dip of about 18 seats. Shiv Sena also loses 7 seats in comparison to 2014 elections. There as Congress and NCP has managed to gains some of the seats in Maharashtra in comparison to 2014 elections. Watch this video to know more. #AssemblyElection2019 #MaharashtraAssemblyElection2019 #HaryanaAssemblyElection2019

Assembly elections results of Haryana & Maharashtra has thrown a surprise for BJP

The counting of votes for Haryana and Maharashtra assembly election is currently underway. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Shiv Sena is in lead in Maharashtra. Meanwhile in Haryana, there is a neck and neck fight between BJP and Congress.

Haryana & Maharashtra Assembly Eelections 2019: Counting underway, BJP leads in Maharashtra

The counting of votes for Haryana and Maharashtra assembly election is currently underway. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Shiv Sena took is in lead in Maharashtra. Meanwhile in Haryana, there is a neck and neck fight between BJP and Congress.

India Votes: Close fight between BJP & Congress in Haryana

What Prime Minister Modi Thinks Of The Assembly Election Results In Maharashtra & Haryana. You may have heard from a host of analysts and journalists about the results of the Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Haryana.

Gravitas: PM Modi's Verdict On Assembly Election Results

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed BJP`s performance in Haryana as "exceptional," adding that "there have been fewer instances of winning again after completing a five-year term in the recent past.

"Addressing the BJP workers at the party headquarters in Delhi, Prime Minister also thanked the people for putting their faith in the BJP in Maharashtra and Haryana assembly polls.&nbsp;

"The way the people of Haryana and Maharashtra have put their faith in the BJP, I want to thank them from the core of my heart. It is an exceptional win in Haryana (for BJP). There have been fewer instances of winning again after completing a five-year term in the recent past," he said.

Hailing Devendra Fadanvis and Manohar Lal Khattar, Chief Ministers of Maharashtra and Haryana respectively, the Prime Minister attributed the "victory" to their works for public welfare.

&nbsp;He said: "Devendra Fadnavis ji and Manohar Lal ji both were first-time chief ministers. They did not even have the experience as ministers. And for five years, they kept working for the people`s welfare. As a result, people have again put their faith in them."According to the Election Commission, BJP has won 39 seats and is leading on a seat in Harayana.&nbsp;

BJP-Shiv Sena combine has won 137 and is leading on 24. The half-way mark in Maharashtra and Harayana Assemblies are 144 and 45, respectively. The states voted on October 21.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed BJP`s performance in Haryana as "exceptional," adding that "there have been fewer instances of winning again after completing a five-year term in the recent past.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed BJP`s performance in Haryana as "exceptional," adding that "there have been fewer instances of winning again after completing a five-year term in the recent past. "Addressing the BJP workers at the party headquarters in Delhi, Prime Minister also thanked the people for putting their faith in the BJP in Maharashtra and Haryana assembly polls. "The way the people of Haryana and Maharashtra have put their faith in the BJP, I want to thank them from the core of my heart. It is an exceptional win in Haryana (for BJP). There have been fewer instances of winning again after completing a five-year term in the recent past," he said. Hailing Devendra Fadanvis and Manohar Lal Khattar, Chief Ministers of Maharashtra and Haryana respectively, the Prime Minister attributed the "victory" to their works for public welfare. He said: "Devendra Fadnavis ji and Manohar Lal ji both were first-time chief ministers. They did not even have the experience as ministers. And for five years, they kept working for the people`s welfare. As a result, people have again put their faith in them."According to the Election Commission, BJP has won 39 seats and is leading on a seat in Harayana. BJP-Shiv Sena combine has won 137 and is leading on 24. The half-way mark in Maharashtra and Harayana Assemblies are 144 and 45, respectively. The states voted on October 21.

It is an exceptional win in Haryana for BJP: PM Modi

The fate of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray, former Maharashtra deputy CM and senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar, former chief ministers Ashok Chavan and Prithviraj Chavan, will be decided on Thursday as counting for the 288-member Maharashtra assembly election is underway.

Maharashtra, Haryana elections results: BJP likely to retain power in both states

PM Modi's speech on BJP's victory in Haryana and Maharashtra Elections. To know more watch the video

PM Modi's speech on BJP's victory in Haryana and Maharashtra Elections

India Votes: Cong old guard fights back; BJP falls short of majority in Haryana. Watch video to know more.

India Votes: Cong old guard fights back; BJP falls short of majority in Haryana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on an official visit to Saudi Arabia from October 28 to 29, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said on Thursday. &nbsp;

Modi will also deliver the keynote address and meet Saudi Arabia's King Salman and hold a delegation level talk during his two-day visit, he added.

Modi will launch RuPay card in Saudi Arabia during his trip.

RuPay will help the Indian Haj pilgrims, Kumar said.

Saudi Arabia is the third country in the Gulf region to get the RuPay card facility after the UAE and Bahrain.

The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson also said that a joint India-Saudi Arabia naval exercises will be held on December 2019.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on an official visit to Saudi Arabia from October 28 to 29, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said on Thursday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on an official visit to Saudi Arabia from October 28 to 29, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said on Thursday. Modi will also deliver the keynote address and meet Saudi Arabia's King Salman and hold a delegation level talk during his two-day visit, he added. Modi will launch RuPay card in Saudi Arabia during his trip. RuPay will help the Indian Haj pilgrims, Kumar said. Saudi Arabia is the third country in the Gulf region to get the RuPay card facility after the UAE and Bahrain. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson also said that a joint India-Saudi Arabia naval exercises will be held on December 2019.

PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia from October 28 to 29

External Affairs Ministry briefs press over PM's visit to Saudi Arabia. Watch video to know more.

External Affairs Ministry briefs press over PM's visit to Saudi Arabia

The counting of votes for Haryana and Maharashtra assembly election is currently underway. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Shiv Sena is in lead in Maharashtra. Meanwhile in Haryana, there is a close fight between BJP & Congress.

India Votes: BJP leading in Maharashtra, Congress gains in Haryana

In the Indian assembly election 2019, There are 3,237 Maharashtra candidates in the fray & 1,169 Haryana candidates are battling it out. Watch this video to know more. #AssemblyElection2019 #MaharashtraAssemblyElection2019 #HaryanaAssemblyElection2019

India Votes: 3,237 Maharashtra candidates, 1,169 Haryana candidates in the fray

PM Modi tweets ahead of assembly polls in Haryana & Maharashtra, urges everyone to cast their vote. #AssemblyElection2019 #MaharashtraAssemblyElection2019 #HaryanaAssemblyElection2019

PM Modi tweets ahead of assembly polls in Haryana & Maharashtra, urges to cast vote

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid obeisances to the slain police personnel at the National Police Memorial here on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day and lauded them for performing their duties with utmost diligence. 
 
On this day, the Police Commemoration Day is observed every year in memory of the policemen who made the supreme sacrifice at Hot Springs in Ladakh by Chinese troops on October 21, 1959. 
 
"We salute our police forces, their families and remember with pride those brave police personnel martyred in the line of duty today on Police Commemoration Day. Our police personnel perform their duties with the utmost diligence. Their courage always motivates us," he said in a tweet.

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The Prime Minister said that the National Police Memorial is a place of inspiration and gratitude and requested the people to visit the site. 
 
"Last year, the National Police Memorial was dedicated to the nation. This Memorial is a place of inspiration and gratitude. It reminds us of the valour of our police forces. Do visit the National Police Memorial whenever possible," Modi said in a follow-up tweet. 
 
The police memorial is spread over 6.12 acres and has a 30-foot tall heavy black granite central sculpture, a museum and a 'Wall of Valour' bearing the names of police personnel who died while serving the country since independence.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid obeisances to the slain police personnel at the National Police Memorial here on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day and lauded them for performing their duties with utmost diligence.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid obeisances to the slain police personnel at the National Police Memorial here on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day and lauded them for performing their duties with utmost diligence. On this day, the Police Commemoration Day is observed every year in memory of the policemen who made the supreme sacrifice at Hot Springs in Ladakh by Chinese troops on October 21, 1959. "We salute our police forces, their families and remember with pride those brave police personnel martyred in the line of duty today on Police Commemoration Day. Our police personnel perform their duties with the utmost diligence. Their courage always motivates us," he said in a tweet. We salute our police forces, their families and remember with pride those brave police personnel martyred in the line of duty today on Police Commemoration Day. Our police personnel perform their duties with utmost diligence. Their courage always motivates us. pic.twitter.com/x2UUje3fRB — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2019 × The Prime Minister said that the National Police Memorial is a place of inspiration and gratitude and requested the people to visit the site. "Last year, the National Police Memorial was dedicated to the nation. This Memorial is a place of inspiration and gratitude. It reminds us of the valour of our police forces. Do visit the National Police Memorial whenever possible," Modi said in a follow-up tweet. The police memorial is spread over 6.12 acres and has a 30-foot tall heavy black granite central sculpture, a museum and a 'Wall of Valour' bearing the names of police personnel who died while serving the country since independence.

Prime Minister Modi pays tribute to slain police personnel on Police Commemoration Day

In this segment, watch special coverage on Maharashtra & Haryana Assembly Elections 2019.

India Votes: Special coverage on Maharashtra, Haryana exit poll results 2019

Is BJP all set to sweep opposition in Maharashtra & Haryana today? Election fiasco in Maharashtra and Haryana today, voting will begin shortly. Watch this video to know more. #AssemblyElection2019 #MaharashtraAssemblyElection2019 #HaryanaAssemblyElection2019

Is BJP all set to sweep assembly polls, Voting underway in Maharashtra & Haryana

In a first in India, three hospitals have been rewarded by the government with `gold certificates` for bringing in quality culture in providing healthcare services to the patients under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY).

These hospitals are UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre based at Ahmedabad, Cygnus Super Speciality Hospital in Haryana and Spine Institute of Orthopaedic in Ahmedabad.

"We have a very robust system, which closely monitors the compliance with the norms related to the quality certificate given by the PMJAY. So far we have received four applications for the certificate," said Dr JL Meena, General Manager, Hospital Networking and Quality Assurance at AB-PMJAY while talking to ANI.

"Three hospitals have fulfilled the criteria for the gold certificate. Application for one hospital is still under scrutiny. This entire process is aimed at building a culture of quality healthcare for the patients," added Dr Meena.

Last month, the implementing body of AB-PMJAY -- the National Health Authority framed comprehensive guidelines for hospitals to be empanelled with the healthcare scheme to apply for a quality certificate.

This list of guidelines includes infrastructure, human resource requirements, appropriate space for the ambulance in hospital for patient movement, proper lighting facility inside and outside the hospital, medical instruments and equipment, their maintenance, fire fighting equipment and basic amenities like safe drinking water, hygiene, canteen, suitable toilets for men and women.

The guidelines for a self-assessment tool kit to get a quality certificate is very user-friendly, practical and has no language barrier, an official said.&nbsp;

As of now, there are 18,097 hospitals on board with the AB-PMJAY, which have treated around 50 lakh patients.&nbsp;

In a first in India, three hospitals have been rewarded by the government with `gold certificates` for bringing in quality culture in providing healthcare services to the patients under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY).

In a first in India, three hospitals have been rewarded by the government with `gold certificates` for bringing in quality culture in providing healthcare services to the patients under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). These hospitals are UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre based at Ahmedabad, Cygnus Super Speciality Hospital in Haryana and Spine Institute of Orthopaedic in Ahmedabad. "We have a very robust system, which closely monitors the compliance with the norms related to the quality certificate given by the PMJAY. So far we have received four applications for the certificate," said Dr JL Meena, General Manager, Hospital Networking and Quality Assurance at AB-PMJAY while talking to ANI. "Three hospitals have fulfilled the criteria for the gold certificate. Application for one hospital is still under scrutiny. This entire process is aimed at building a culture of quality healthcare for the patients," added Dr Meena. Last month, the implementing body of AB-PMJAY -- the National Health Authority framed comprehensive guidelines for hospitals to be empanelled with the healthcare scheme to apply for a quality certificate. This list of guidelines includes infrastructure, human resource requirements, appropriate space for the ambulance in hospital for patient movement, proper lighting facility inside and outside the hospital, medical instruments and equipment, their maintenance, fire fighting equipment and basic amenities like safe drinking water, hygiene, canteen, suitable toilets for men and women. The guidelines for a self-assessment tool kit to get a quality certificate is very user-friendly, practical and has no language barrier, an official said. As of now, there are 18,097 hospitals on board with the AB-PMJAY, which have treated around 50 lakh patients.

In a first, PMJAY rewards 3 hospitals with 'gold certificate' for quality culture

Polling for 90 seats of Haryana and 288 constituencies of Maharashtra began at 7 am today and will continue till 6 pm. The electoral fate of over 4,400 candidates -- 1,169 in Haryana and 3,237 in Maharashtra will be sealed in EVMs by the voters who will exercise their democratic franchise in the assembly elections.

India Votes: Voting underway in Haryana and Maharashtra

Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Kangana Ranaut meet PM Modi and thanked him for the "wonderful interaction"

PM Modi meets Bollywood celebrities

Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday said that there is a need to reintroduce Mahatma Gandhi to India and the world in the face of changing global scenario.

"We all know that we should be clean. But you (Narendra Modi) re-introduced it with Swacchta Abhiyaan. We all came to know about it. There was more awareness. The idea was good," he said with the Prime Minister by his side during an interaction with the celebrities from the creative and entertainment industry to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

"So I truly believe that Gandhiji needs to be re-loaded. Gandhiji 2.0 is what we need because the world is changing. You have digitalised everything. Payment gateways have been opened," the actor added.

Khan further said, "How do we all come forward and try and entice our youth of this country to understand the same simple things that our parents taught us."

During his address, Modi congratulated the people from the "world of films and television" for their work in popularising Gandhi's ideals.

October 2 marked the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was born in 1869 in Porbandar in Gujarat.&nbsp; 
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Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday said that there is a need to reintroduce Mahatma Gandhi to India and the world in the face of changing global scenario. "We all know that we should be clean.

Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday said that there is a need to reintroduce Mahatma Gandhi to India and the world in the face of changing global scenario. "We all know that we should be clean. But you (Narendra Modi) re-introduced it with Swacchta Abhiyaan. We all came to know about it. There was more awareness. The idea was good," he said with the Prime Minister by his side during an interaction with the celebrities from the creative and entertainment industry to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. "So I truly believe that Gandhiji needs to be re-loaded. Gandhiji 2.0 is what we need because the world is changing. You have digitalised everything. Payment gateways have been opened," the actor added. Khan further said, "How do we all come forward and try and entice our youth of this country to understand the same simple things that our parents taught us." During his address, Modi congratulated the people from the "world of films and television" for their work in popularising Gandhi's ideals. October 2 marked the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was born in 1869 in Porbandar in Gujarat.

Gandhi 2.0 needed as world is changing: Shah Rukh Khan

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Bollywood stars and other members of the film and entertainment industry on Saturday evening, the popularity of Indian movies and the impact of a Chinese movie 'Dying to Survive' became a major talking point.

PM's event was attended by Bollywood bigwigs like Aamir Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Rajkumar Hirani, Kangana Ranaut, Anand L Rai, SP Balasubrahmanyam, Sonam Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Sonu Nigam, Ekta Kapoor, among others.

PM Modi, while interacting with film stars, recalled his interaction with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mamallapuram and their talk about the impact of Chinese movie 'Dying to Survive' which shows how a Chinese man is able to smuggle low-cost affordable cancer medicines from India that can save lives of many Chinese.

The film was a hit at the Chinese box office garnering more than $453 million and was among the top 3 hits of 2018 in the country. The movie is based on a real-life incident involving Yong Lu from Wuxi in Jiangsu province, eastern China who helped many Chinese patients get cheaper medicine for leukaemia from India.

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The movie started a major debate in China on the need for low-cost life-saving cancer drugs. Even the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang called for the need to "further streamline the registration and approval of new anti-cancer drugs", news agency Xinhua was quoted as saying.

China imports around $25 billion worth of pharma products of which a minuscule $44 million are imported from India, which New Delhi hopes will change. India has been calling China to allow greater market access for Indian pharma products which can help narrow the $55 billion trade deficit. Several Indian pharma majors such as Ranbaxy, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories, Aurobindo Pharma and Matrix Pharma are present in China.

While 'Dying to Survive' &nbsp;is a Chinese movie, with links to India, Bollywood movies have also been popular in the country and are gaining more popularity in recent times. Many Bollywood movies like '3 Idiots', 'Dangal', 'Secret Superstar', 'Bajrangi Bhaijan', 'Hindi Medium', 'Toilet – Ek Prem Katha' and 'Andhadhun' have scored big at the Chinese box-office.

During his Mamallapuram visit, President Xi Jinping had highlighted to PM Modi the popularity of Indian films in China. Both countries have an agreement for co-producing movies, first of which was on the life of monk Xuan Zang who visited India in the 6th century.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Bollywood stars and other members of the film and entertainment industry on Saturday evening, the popularity of Indian movies and the impact of a Chinese movie 'Dying to Survive' became a major talking point.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Bollywood stars and other members of the film and entertainment industry on Saturday evening, the popularity of Indian movies and the impact of a Chinese movie 'Dying to Survive' became a major talking point. PM's event was attended by Bollywood bigwigs like Aamir Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Rajkumar Hirani, Kangana Ranaut, Anand L Rai, SP Balasubrahmanyam, Sonam Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Sonu Nigam, Ekta Kapoor, among others. PM Modi, while interacting with film stars, recalled his interaction with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mamallapuram and their talk about the impact of Chinese movie 'Dying to Survive' which shows how a Chinese man is able to smuggle low-cost affordable cancer medicines from India that can save lives of many Chinese. The film was a hit at the Chinese box office garnering more than $453 million and was among the top 3 hits of 2018 in the country. The movie is based on a real-life incident involving Yong Lu from Wuxi in Jiangsu province, eastern China who helped many Chinese patients get cheaper medicine for leukaemia from India. When every citizen works Dil Se, the outcome will be exceptional. We will leave no stone unturned to carry forward the message of Bapu in letter and spirit. @iamsrk https://t.co/L0G38kKRvr — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 20, 2019 × The movie started a major debate in China on the need for low-cost life-saving cancer drugs. Even the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang called for the need to "further streamline the registration and approval of new anti-cancer drugs", news agency Xinhua was quoted as saying. China imports around $25 billion worth of pharma products of which a minuscule $44 million are imported from India, which New Delhi hopes will change. India has been calling China to allow greater market access for Indian pharma products which can help narrow the $55 billion trade deficit. Several Indian pharma majors such as Ranbaxy, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories, Aurobindo Pharma and Matrix Pharma are present in China. While 'Dying to Survive' is a Chinese movie, with links to India, Bollywood movies have also been popular in the country and are gaining more popularity in recent times. Many Bollywood movies like '3 Idiots', 'Dangal', 'Secret Superstar', 'Bajrangi Bhaijan', 'Hindi Medium', 'Toilet – Ek Prem Katha' and 'Andhadhun' have scored big at the Chinese box-office. During his Mamallapuram visit, President Xi Jinping had highlighted to PM Modi the popularity of Indian films in China. Both countries have an agreement for co-producing movies, first of which was on the life of monk Xuan Zang who visited India in the 6th century.

How a Chinese movie became talking point as PM Modi met top Bollywood stars

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged business leaders and technocrats to build a `bridge` between the artificial intelligence (AI) and human intentions, while stating that his government is using technology to effectively deliver the benefits of welfare schemes to targeted groups.

Addressing a gathering of several top business leaders including Ratan Tata, Prime Minister Modi said technology should be used to uplift the life of the poor and the marginalised sections of the society in the country.

"There should not be a debate on the dangers of artificial intelligence, but there should debate as to when the robot will be smarter than the human. There should be a debate as to how a bridge can be made between artificial intelligence and human intentions," said he.

Prime Minister Modi said that a section of people are working to project technology as anti-people and asserted that technology only benefits humanity if it is used with good intentions.

"There is a major attempt to demoralise technology. An environment of fear is being built. In the context of India, technology is being projected as a challenge for our demographic dividend," he said.

He said, "Technology unites, not divides. It is a multiplier of talent force, not a threat. Technology makes a bridge between aspirations and achievements and between demand and delivery. Technology is a strong medium to realise the dream of Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas."

Asserting that his government has been using technology to smoothly deliver government schemes on the ground, the Prime Minister said the Centre used several modern technologies including AI, digital mapping, real-time monitoring, and data intelligence to distribute eight crores new LPG connections under Ujjawal Scheme within three years time to the targeted beneficiaries.

"We first located 17,000 LPG distribution centres through data intelligence and set up 10,000 new centres in a very short span of time. We also took the help of space technology," he said.

The Prime Minister also outlined that his government has used technology to remove silos amongst government departments and build a bridge between supply system and demand, through innovative ideas like Government e-market Place. Prime Minister Modi was speaking on the occasion of the unveiling of the book titled `Bridgital Nation,` which he termed as a `visionary document.`&nbsp;

The book has been written by N Chandrasekaran and Roopa Purushothanman and focuses on tackling the problem of a gap between demand and supply through technology.

According to a press release issued by the PIB, several diplomats including Ambassadors of the US, the UK and China, Secretaries of several ministries, representatives of industry bodies including CII, FICCI and NASSCOM, senior journalists Smita Prakash, Rajat Sharma, Navika Kumar, Rajkamal Jha, and Sudhir Chaudhary were present on the occasion.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged business leaders and technocrats to build a `bridge` between the artificial intelligence (AI) and human intentions, while stating that his government is using technology to effectively deliver the benefits of welfare schemes to targeted groups.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged business leaders and technocrats to build a `bridge` between the artificial intelligence (AI) and human intentions, while stating that his government is using technology to effectively deliver the benefits of welfare schemes to targeted groups. Addressing a gathering of several top business leaders including Ratan Tata, Prime Minister Modi said technology should be used to uplift the life of the poor and the marginalised sections of the society in the country. "There should not be a debate on the dangers of artificial intelligence, but there should debate as to when the robot will be smarter than the human. There should be a debate as to how a bridge can be made between artificial intelligence and human intentions," said he. Prime Minister Modi said that a section of people are working to project technology as anti-people and asserted that technology only benefits humanity if it is used with good intentions. "There is a major attempt to demoralise technology. An environment of fear is being built. In the context of India, technology is being projected as a challenge for our demographic dividend," he said. He said, "Technology unites, not divides. It is a multiplier of talent force, not a threat. Technology makes a bridge between aspirations and achievements and between demand and delivery. Technology is a strong medium to realise the dream of Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas." Asserting that his government has been using technology to smoothly deliver government schemes on the ground, the Prime Minister said the Centre used several modern technologies including AI, digital mapping, real-time monitoring, and data intelligence to distribute eight crores new LPG connections under Ujjawal Scheme within three years time to the targeted beneficiaries. "We first located 17,000 LPG distribution centres through data intelligence and set up 10,000 new centres in a very short span of time. We also took the help of space technology," he said. The Prime Minister also outlined that his government has used technology to remove silos amongst government departments and build a bridge between supply system and demand, through innovative ideas like Government e-market Place. Prime Minister Modi was speaking on the occasion of the unveiling of the book titled `Bridgital Nation,` which he termed as a `visionary document.` The book has been written by N Chandrasekaran and Roopa Purushothanman and focuses on tackling the problem of a gap between demand and supply through technology. According to a press release issued by the PIB, several diplomats including Ambassadors of the US, the UK and China, Secretaries of several ministries, representatives of industry bodies including CII, FICCI and NASSCOM, senior journalists Smita Prakash, Rajat Sharma, Navika Kumar, Rajkamal Jha, and Sudhir Chaudhary were present on the occasion.

Build a bridge between artificial intelligence and human intentions: PM Modi urges technocrats

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

"Here is a Tamil translation of the poem I wrote while I was at the picturesque shores of Mamallapuram a few days ago," Modi said in a tweet, posting a picture of the Tamil translation of the poem.

In his eight-paragraph poem, the Prime Minister talked about the ocean's relationship with the sun, waves and its pain and restraint despite unparallel power.

"I was lost in conversation with the sea during a morning walk on Mahabalipuram beach. This conversation conveys the world of my feelings. I am sharing this with you in the form of a poem," he had said sharing the poem on October 13.

Modi was also seen plogging at a beach in Mamallapuram on the morning of October 12. President Xi Jinping was in India on a two-day informal summit. The Prime Minister had also quoted Tamil poet Kaniyan Pungundranar in his address to United Nations General Assembly.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. "Here is a Tamil translation of the poem I wrote while I was at the picturesque shores of Mamallapuram a few days ago," Modi said in a tweet, posting a picture of the Tamil translation of the poem. In his eight-paragraph poem, the Prime Minister talked about the ocean's relationship with the sun, waves and its pain and restraint despite unparallel power. "I was lost in conversation with the sea during a morning walk on Mahabalipuram beach. This conversation conveys the world of my feelings. I am sharing this with you in the form of a poem," he had said sharing the poem on October 13. Modi was also seen plogging at a beach in Mamallapuram on the morning of October 12. President Xi Jinping was in India on a two-day informal summit. The Prime Minister had also quoted Tamil poet Kaniyan Pungundranar in his address to United Nations General Assembly.

PM Modi shares Tamil translation of poem he penned during Mamallapuram visit

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief on the loss of 35 lives due to a bus accident that took place in Saudi Arabia`s Medina province on Wednesday.

Expressing condolences to the families of those who died, Modi tweeted, "Anguished by the news of a bus crash near Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Praying for a quick recovery of the injured."

In addition to the casualties, four others were left seriously wounded after a private charter bus carrying 39 passengers collided with a heavy vehicle loader in Medina province, reported Sputnik news agency.

The passengers included individuals with Asian or Arabic nationalities, the spokesperson for Medina police indicated.An investigation into the matter has been initiated.&nbsp; 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief on the loss of 35 lives due to a bus accident that took place in Saudi Arabia`s Medina province on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief on the loss of 35 lives due to a bus accident that took place in Saudi Arabia`s Medina province on Wednesday. Expressing condolences to the families of those who died, Modi tweeted, "Anguished by the news of a bus crash near Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Praying for a quick recovery of the injured." In addition to the casualties, four others were left seriously wounded after a private charter bus carrying 39 passengers collided with a heavy vehicle loader in Medina province, reported Sputnik news agency. The passengers included individuals with Asian or Arabic nationalities, the spokesperson for Medina police indicated.An investigation into the matter has been initiated.

PM Modi expresses grief on bus mishap in Saudi Arabia's Medina

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