The Prime Minister, in his address on India’s 75th Independence Day on August 15, 2021, unveiled a national blueprint for Amrit Kaal. The plan focuses on limited State interference in the everyday life of citizens; empowering small farmers and rural economy; energy independence with programmes such as National Hydrogen Mission; a boost to manufacturing, technology, infrastructure and start-ups; employment generation for the youth with a Rs.100 lakh crore PM GatiShakti National Master Plan; equality for women and vulnerable sections of society; and balanced local development with a focus on
For the last year, we have been witnessing how the country (has been celebrating) the ‘Amrit Mahotsav’. It all began with Dandi Yatra in 2021. The people held programs in every district, every corner, of India to enlarge the scope of goals of the ‘Amrit Mahotsav’ of Independence. This was perhaps for the first time in history that such a huge and comprehensive festival for a single purpose was celebrated. An attempt was made in every corner of India to remember all those great men who did not find mention in history for some reasons or who were forgotten. Today, the nation sought out
At 75, India today is at the cusp of making gigantic forward strides. It has proved its mettle in emerging technologies, innovation and R&D all across the globe. Its impressive growth trajectory over the last few years has enabled it to emerge as the world’s fifth largest economy. In the next few years, it will earn the feat of a US$5 trillion economy. With sound economic fundamentals, and a series of transformative reforms for inclusive growth, India is confidently marching on the growth trajectory. This ‘New India’ is not just an economic superpower. It is also a social superpo
Turning Uttar Pradesh into Uttam Pradesh Starting his political career by becoming the youngest Member of Parliament from Gorakhpur to be elected to the 12th Lok Sabha at the age of 26, Shri Yogi Adityanath has been consistently ranked as one of the most popular Chief Ministers in India. Dedicated to the selfless service of the nation, he has been leaving no stone unturned in turning the wheels of progress and prosperity in Uttar Pradesh with his unswerving dedication and relentless persistence STRIKING FAST-PACED DEVELOPMENT Q. Sir, we, at AsiaOne, appreciate the fact that under you
On 26 October 2014, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, scripted history as he took the oath of office and secrecy as Haryana’s first Chief Minister (CM) from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Owing to his massive popularity, he was re-elected as the CM of Haryana in 2019. Under his exemplary leadership, Haryana has been witnessing unprecedented growth trajectory in varied spheres. A follower of the dictum ‘Seva Pratham,’ he has always been at the forefront of social causes and has been passionately working for the elevation of those in the lowest rung of society through various schemes and measu
Gurudev’s emphasis on mental health has acquired all the more relevance in the ongoing pandemic. In today’s world torn with stress and conflict, edging towards a potential pandemic of mental health illnesses in the times to come by (as per the global estimates), the contribution of an Indian leader in bringing happiness and peace in the lives of millions of people is revolutionary and commendable. A CHILD PRODIGY Born in a small village called Papanasam, 25 kms from the city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu on 13th May 1956, Gurudev was a prodigious child. At the age of 4, he astonished h
A LAND OF RICH CULTURE AND HISTORY We all know about Tunisia’s wonderful beaches, but do you know about its fascinating culture and wealth of history? In fact, Tunisia is like an open-air museum, with ancient treasures to explore wherever you look. It’s a great choice for combining a beach holiday with sightseeing By His Excellency Mr. Nabil Ben Khedher, Ambassador of Tunisia to the United Kingdom No matter whether you prefer a pure beach holiday or wandering around monuments from the Roman times, Tunisia the northernmost African country has it all. It is an oasis of historical s
By Paola Martani My formula for a human achieving greatness is amor fati: the desire to accept things as they are, now, in the future, in the past, and for all of eternity. My formula is not only to bear, and certainly not to conceal, what is necessary (after all idealism is only mendacity in the face of what is necessary), but to love it.” With these words, Nietzsche references a concept that unifies time and space, flies over snow capped mountains and salty seas, and encompasses centuries of different traditions. An invisible chain of these ideas can be traced from ancient Greece, d
THE KINGDOM OF LIGHT Located in the North West of Africa, the Kingdom of Morocco covers an area of 710,850 square kilometers along with over 3,500 km coastline overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in the west and the Mediterranean in the north. Landscape diversity, local colour, and artistic heritage make the country a mosaic of distinctive cultural regional features By His Excellency Mr. Abderrahim Rahhaly, Ambassador of His Majesty the King of Morocco to the Kingdom of Thailand A Land of Diversity, Morocco enjoys a wide range of architecture with traditional tile work available in such l
A UNIQUE SPICE ON EUROPE’S DINING TABLE Budapest makes visitors return time after time, with each new visit bringing even deeper and more complex colours and flavours to them. The Hungarian capital has something new for every 365 days of the year. Its iconic attractions, the city's rich history, its bustling and cosmopolitan atmosphere, and the diversity of Pest and Buda, all tempt us to discover it By His Excellency Mr. Sándor Sipos, Ambassador of Hungary to Thailand Budapest is really exciting and ever moving no matter what time of year you visit. Each of its corners hides a spe