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The Hindu
an hour ago
- General
- The Hindu
Watch: A tour of the renovated Venkatappa Art Gallery in Bengaluru
Located inside the beautiful Cubbon park, the Venkatappa Art Gallery holds a special place in the history of Bengaluru. The Government of Karnataka inaugurated the iconic art gallery in 1975. It was dedicated to the great artist Shri K. Venkatappa. He was a pioneer in painting, Plaster of Paris works and an exponent of Veena. In January 17, 2024 the Brigade Foundation of the Brigade Group started the restoration work of the gallery. It included repairing the museum's infrastructure, including civil repairs, public amenities, and enhancing gallery displays. The external landscaping was also improved. The Galleries now showcase works of artists K. Venkatappa and K.K. Hebbar, alongside five mini galleries featuring rotating exhibitions. The renovated facility also features a restoration room which provides conservators with tools to maintain and restore artworks. The building now has a cafe space too. The renovated art gallery will now be officially transferred to government authorities for maintenance.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Will you completely forget your father just to spread BJP's propaganda: Congress' jibe at Scindia
"The thoughts of the respected Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on her towering personality and contributions are inspiring for all of us," he said. Hitting back at Scindia, Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera said, "Dear Maharaj, why don't you ever mention your revered father, or will you completely forget him just to spread BJP's propaganda?" "The late Madhavrao Scindia ji became an MP in Indira Gandh's government in 1980. Did you never ask your father why he was against the Sangh? Why didn't he support the Sangh in opposing the Emergency?" Khera said in a post on X. In another post, Khera said, "Balasaheb Deoras, the RSS chief at the time, went so far as to write a letter to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, congratulating her on the Supreme Court's verdict upholding her election in 1975. He outrightly distanced the RSS from the pre and anti-Emergency movements." But today, the same RSS is busy setting up shop, selling stories of resistance it never lived, the Congress leader said. "As they say, 'The father couldn't swat a fly, and the son calls himself a warrior.' The history of the RSS is built on lies and the entire story of their so-called struggle can be written on a single grain of rice," Khera claimed.
The Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- The Wire
IndusInd Bank Honoured for Outstanding Performance in Digital Payments by the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance
• The award was presented at the Digital Payments Awards ceremony held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi on June 18, 2025, and graced by Hon'ble Union Minister of Finance Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman among other dignitaries MUMBAI, India, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IndusInd Bank announced that it has received the Digital Payments Award 2023-24 from the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance - Government of India. The Bank earned this recognition by securing third position among private sector banks for delivering outstanding performance in digital payments during the financial year 2023–24. The award ceremony, which took place on June 18, 2025, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, was graced by the Union Minister of Finance Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman as the Chief Guest, and Shri Pankaj Choudhary, Minister of State for Finance as the Guest of Honour, among other dignitaries. This award stands as a testament to IndusInd Bank's unwavering commitment towards advancing its digital capabilities and delivering a secure, scalable and innovative digital payment solutions that empower millions across the country. As per the official scorecard released by the Department of Financial Services, the Bank achieved 120% of its digital transaction target in FY23-24 - highest among all private sector banks in India. The award was presented to IndusInd Bank - Mr. Ritesh Raj Saxena, Head of Direct Banking and Mr. Dev Ratan Suri, Head - SDG (Payments, Cards and Govt Business) by Shri M. Nagaraju, Secretary, Department of Financial Services and Dr. Abhijit Phukon, Economic Advisor, DFS, at the Digital Payments Award ceremony. Speaking on this achievement, Mr. Soumitra Sen – Head of Consumer Banking & Marketing, IndusInd Bank, said, "We are honoured and grateful to the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, for conferring us with this award and recognizing IndusInd Bank's efforts in driving digital adoption across the country. This recognition reinforces our resolve to continuously innovate and offer our customers intuitive, secure, and personalised banking experiences through our differentiated platforms, such as INDIE. We remain committed to supporting India's digital journey and making banking accessible and effortless for every segment of society." IndusInd Bank, under its Digital 2.0 strategy, continues to deliver seamless, inclusive, and innovation-led financial experiences. Our flagship app, INDIE, highly rated financial app on the App Store is redefining retail banking with 1.6 million active users. The bank's digital credit platform processed 1.2 million applications monthly through fully digital journeys. With an overall digital transaction mix at 93% (as of March 31, 2025), IndusInd Bank remains at the forefront of India's digital payments space. About IndusInd Bank: IndusInd Bank Limited has been redefining banking for the past 30 years and has been a force for progression and innovation, offering an elevated banking experience for its diverse range of stakeholders, including government entities, PSUs, retail customers, and large corporations. The Bank's product offerings include microfinance, personal loans, debit/credit cards, SME loans, advanced digital banking facilities, affluent and NRI banking services, vehicle financing, and innovative ESG-linked financial products. The Bank also caters to the growing Indian diaspora with representative offices in London, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. As of March 31, 2025, IndusInd Bank serves approximately 41 million customers through 3,081 branches/banking outlets and 3,027 ATMs, reaching 1,62,000 lacs villages across India. IndusInd Bank leverages technology through its 'Digital 2.0' strategy, ensuring multi-channel delivery and a robust digital infrastructure. In each of its unique offerings that include 'INDIE' – the one-stop-shop for all things digital banking; innovation and customer centricity remain at the core. IndusInd Bank holds clearing bank status for major stock exchanges BSE and NSE, settlement bank status for NCDEX, and is an empanelled banker for MCX. RATINGS Domestic Ratings: • CARE A1 for Certificate of Deposits • CRISIL A1 for certificate of deposit program / short term FD programme • CRISIL AA for Infrastructure Bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds • IND AA for Issuer Rating by India Ratings and Research • IND AA for Senior bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds by India Ratings and Research International Rating: • Ba1 for Senior Unsecured MTN programme by Moody's Investors Service Visit us at Twitter: @MyIndusIndBank Facebook: Linkedin: Instagram: indusind_bank (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"I Was Young RSS Pracharak": PM Introduces Book On His Emergency Journey
New Delhi: As the country marked 50 years of Emergency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a book that chronicles his experience during those years and how they shaped his journey as a leader. 'The Emergency Diaries', presented by BlueKraft Digital Foundation, relies on first-person accounts of associates who worked with him back then, and other archival material. "'The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media. It will create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977," the Prime Minister posted on X. 'The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 "When the Emergency was imposed, I was a young RSS Pracharak. The anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience for me. It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum. I am glad that BlueKraft Digital Foundation has compiled some of those experiences in the form of a book, whose foreword has been penned by Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji, himself a stalwart of the anti-Emergency movement," he said. When the Emergency was imposed, I was a young RSS Pracharak. The anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience for me. It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum. I am… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 BlueKraft Digital Foundation said the book is a first of its kind and "creates new scholarship on the formative years of a young man who would give it his all in the fight against tyranny". "Emergency Diaries - paints a vivid picture of Narendra Modi fighting for the ideals of democracy and how he has worked all his life to preserve and promote it. This book is a tribute to the grit and resolve of those who refused to be silenced, and it offers a rare glimpse into the early trials that forged one of the most transformative leaders of our time," he said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch the book this evening. In a separate post, the Prime Minister said the country marks the anniversary of the Emergency as Samvidhan Hatya Divas. "On this day, the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution were set aside, fundamental rights were suspended, press freedom was extinguished and several political leaders, social workers, students and ordinary citizens were jailed. It was as if the Congress Government in power at that time placed democracy under arrest," he said. "No Indian will ever forget the manner in which the spirit of our Constitution was violated, the voice of Parliament muzzled and attempts were made to control the courts. The 42nd Amendment is a prime example of their shenanigans. The poor, marginalised and downtrodden were particularly targeted, including their dignity insulted." Today marks fifty years since one of the darkest chapters in India's democratic history, the imposition of the Emergency. The people of India mark this day as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas. On this day, the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution were set aside, fundamental rights… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 The Prime Minister said the country salutes every person who stood firm in the fight against the Emergency. "These were the people from all over India, from all walks of life, from diverse ideologies who worked closely with each other with one aim: to protect India's democratic fabric and to preserve the ideals for which our freedom fighters devoted their lives. It was their collective struggle that ensured that the then Congress Government had to restore democracy and call for fresh elections, which they badly lost," the Prime Minister said. "We also reiterate our commitment to strengthening the principles in our Constitution and working together to realise our vision of a Viksit Bharat. May we scale new heights of progress and fulfil the dreams of the poor and downtrodden," he said. On June 25 1975, the Indira Gandhi government imposed a nationwide Emergency. The government cited threats to national security, an economy in a shambles due to the global oil crisis and pointed to how strikes had paralysed production. The declaration of the state of Emergency suspended fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. The right to challenge this in court was also suspended. The 21-month Emergency is a landmark event that altered the course of Indian politics. In the 1979 elections, Indira Gandhi was voted out and the Janata Party coalition came to power.
India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Maharashtra approves Rs 20,787 crores for Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway
The Maharashtra cabinet on Tuesday approved 20,787 crores in land acquisition for the 802 km Maharashtra Shaktipeeth expressway connecting Pavnar (Wardha) to Patradevi (Sindhudurg) on the Maharashtra-Goa expressway will link 12 districts namely Wardha, Yavatmal, Hingoli, Nanded, Parbhani, Beed, Latur, Dharashiv, Solapur, Sangli, Kolhapur, and Sindhudurg and connect to the Konkan aims to enhance pilgrimage tourism by linking major spiritual sites, including Shaktipeeths like Mahur, Tuljapur, and Kolhapur, as well as Ambajogai, Pandharpur's Shri Vitthal Rukmini Temple, and Jyotirlingas at Aundha Nagnath and Parli Vaijnath. The corridor will cut travel time from Nagpur to Goa from 18 to 8 However, despite its potential to boost tourism, the project faces strong opposition from farmers, particularly in Western Maharashtra, over land minister Hasan Mushrif and Health minister Prakash Abitkar, both from Kolhapur raised concerns in the cabinet, citing farmer backlash that impacted the Mahayuti coalition in recent elections. They urged dialogue with affected farmers to address response, the cabinet approved a partial alignment from Pavanar to Sangli, covering over 700 km, while scrapping the route through Kolhapur's Shirol, Karvir, Hatkanangale, Kagal, Bhudargad, and Ajara Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed MSRDC to propose an alternative alignment for the Sangli-Sindhudurg stretch, with consultations planned involving local stakeholders told sources. Also, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar while speaking to reporters confirmed the government's willingness to adjust the alignment to address farmer concerns, emphasising no forced expressway, positioned as a cultural and religious corridor, will enhance connectivity across Vidarbha, Marathwada, and Western Maharashtra, linking key pilgrimage sites like Mahalaxmi Temple (Kolhapur), Tulja Bhavani Temple (Dharashiv), and Renuka Mata Shakti Peeth (Nanded).The project, executed by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), includes 12,000 crores from Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) loan for acquiring nearly 7500 hectares of land. - Ends
