The Change of Guard Ceremony scheduled for April 18, 2026, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Forecourt has been cancelled to accommodate rehearsals for the ceremonial reception of the President of the Republic of Korea. The rehearsal is in preparation for the forthcoming state visit.
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development organized a successful 'Run for Nutrition' Half Marathon in Mizoram as part of the 8th Poshan Pakhwada, promoting awareness about nutrition and healthy lifestyles. The event, held on 18th April 2026, saw participation from 500 individuals and emphasized the significance of
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the passing of Shri Balbir Punj, a prolific writer, thinker, and public intellectual. Modi highlighted Punj's significant contributions to the media and his efforts in national regeneration. Source: Original Link
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a series of posts on X, slammed opposition parties like Congress, TMC, Samajwadi Party, and DMK for opposing the Women's Reservation Bill, perceiving it as an affront to constitutional values and an attempt to undermine women's empowerment. Source: Original Link
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed regret over the failure of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam Amendment and criticized parties opposing the bill for stalling women's progress. He promised continued efforts to empower women and eliminate obstacles to women's reservation. Source: Original Link