Venkaiah Naidu

Venkaiah Naidu stresses importance of women in politics, decision-making

Naidu asserted that it is crucial because, in order to fully empower women, we must also offer them access to financial resources

Innovator Sonam Wangchuk bags seventh Dr Paulos Mar Gregorios award

Sonam Wangchuk, the Ladakh-based engineer whose life inspired a character in Bollywood blockbuster "3 Idiots", was on Sunday awarded the seventh Dr Paulos Mar Gregorios Award by former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu. Instituted by the Sophia Society of the Malankara (Indian) Orthodox Church, the award is given every alternate year in the memory of the first Metropolitan of Delhi Diocese and noted philosopher Dr Paulos Mar Gregorios. The award was presented during a function at St Thomas School in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad. Speaking at the event, Naidu hailed the role of social and religious organizations in ensuring a sustainable development of the world we live in. Born in Uleytokpo, near Alchi of Leh district, 56-year-old Wangchuk has also won Ramon Magsasay award for his community-driven reform of learning systems in remote northern India, thus improving the life opportunities of Ladakhi youth.

With advent of PM Modi, India's voice is heard by all: Venkaiah Naidu

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Friday emphasized that with the advent of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is now a force to reckon with and India's voice is heard by all.Venkaiah Naidu on Friday unveiled the book Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas, a collection of selected speeches of the Prime Minister, along with Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and Union Minister Anurag Thakur in a function organized by the Directorate of Publications Division.[{159697f0-0abd-4cfd-8e79-b10de83b7903:intradmin/ANI-20220923233921.jpg}]Addressing the book launch of Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas, the former Vice President said, "The book is a significant contribution to widen the understand of the challenges being faced by the nation and the concerted efforts being made to overcome them."Naidu further said that the current government is working under the broader philosophy of 'Sarve Jana Sukhino Bhawantu'."Good schemes have been launched earlier also but only the current Prime

Former vice-president Naidu to release book on PM Modi's selected speeches

Former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu will release a collection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's selected speeches on Friday. The book titled 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas Prime Minister Narendra Modi Speaks (May 2019-May 2020)' will be released in the presence of Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan at a function here organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The book focuses on 86 speeches of the prime minister on various subjects. "It will be my honour to release the book, Sab Ka Saath, Sab Ka Vikas, Sab Ka Vishwas, comprising selected speeches of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a function graced by Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur," Naidu said. The book portrays the prime minister's vision of a 'New India', which is self-reliant, resilient and capable of converting challenges into opportunities, an official statement said on Thursday. The book, being published in Hindi as well as English

Jagdeep Dhankhar takes oath as 14th Vice-President of India, succeeds Naidu

President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office of Vice President to Jagdeep Dhankhar

Naidu's last 3 years see Rajya Sabha clocking 82% productivity

The productivity of Rajya Sabha which has been steadily declining for 25 years since 1995 was reversed during the last three years of the tenure of Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu, a new publication says.

Never aspired to be Prez, won't become a dissident: Naidu at his farewell

The Vice President appealed to members to observe 'decency, dignity and decorum' to maintain the image and respect of the house

PM bids farewell to V-P Naidu, says his decisions will continue to guide RS

Modi pointed out that the systems established by the Vice-President, who is ex-officio Chairman of the Upper House, took the productivity of the House to newer heights.

PM hails Naidu's witty one-liners as RS bids farewell to vice president

PM Narendra Modi said M Venkaiah Naidu's witty one-liners were "revered, and never countered", and hailed his highly productive five-year term as vice president of India and Rajya Sabha chairman.

Latest live updates: Delhi reports 2,311 new Covid cases in past 24 hours

Live news updates: Delhi reported 1,837 Covid-19 recoveries. Positivity rate at 13.84 per cent. Active cases at 7,349

Delhi: VP Naidu flags off Tiranga Bike Rally for MPs from Red Fort

Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu along with Union ministers Pralhad Joshi and Piyush Goyal flagged off Tiranga Bike Rally for MPs from Red Fort on Tuesday

Murmu's election is testimony to vibrancy of Indian democracy: Naidu

VP M Venkaiah Naidu congratulated Droupadi Murmu on being sworn in as the 15th President of India, saying her election to the highest office is a testimony to the vibrancy of Indian democracy.

VP Naidu wants community service made compulsory in schools, colleges

Vice President Naidu on Sunday suggested making community service compulsory in schools and colleges, as he pitched for inculcating the spirit of "sharing and caring" among the youth.

Jagdeep Dhankhar vs Margaret Alva: Lawyer vs lawyer in vice-president polls

It is now definite that the post of vice president of India will be held either by NDA's Jagdeep Dhankhar or the opposition's Margaret Alva, both lawyers

RS Chairman Naidu seeks productive Monsoon session as farewell gift

Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday while seeking the cooperation of all sections of the House during the monsoon session beginning tomorrow sought a 'farewell gift'

Monsoon session: Venkaiah Naidu calls for floor leaders' meeting on Sunday

Sources said the meeting has been convened by Naidu on July 17 at 6 PM and will seek the support of various parties for a smooth session

VP Naidu as next president? Shah, Singh, Nadda meeting with him sparks buzz

Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh and BJP president J P Nadda on Tuesday met Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu ahead of a crucial party meeting on the presidential elections

India shares robust economic partnership with Qatar: Venkaiah Naidu

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said that India has a very robust economic partnership with Qatar and it is getting enriched with each passing day

VP Naidu holds delegation-level talks with Qatar PM; reviews bilateral ties

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday met Qatar's Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani here and the two leaders held delegation level talks and reviewed bilateral relations including trade, investment, economic and security cooperation. Naidu, who reached here on the last leg of his three-nation tour from May 30 to June 7, was accorded a ceremonial reception and a Guard of Honour at the Doha airport on Saturday. He was also welcomed by the Indian community upon his arrival. His visit to Qatar is taking place as both sides prepare to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Sunday said that Vice President Naidu and Qatar Prime Minister Abdulaziz Al Thani held delegation level talks. PM & Minister of Interior of Qatar, Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani received VP @MVenkaiahNaidu at Amiri Diwan in Doha. Both sides .

Filmmakers responsible for not create divisions in society: VP Naidu

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Friday called upon filmmakers to produce meaningful cinema that reflects social realities and leaves a positive impact on society. Observing that cinema is a powerful medium that has a lasting impression on people's minds, Naidu said filmmakers have a responsibility to not glorify violence, portray obscenity, create unrest or stoke communal divisions in society. "On the other hand, with purposeful and thought provoking cinema, filmmakers can fight social evils and engender positive social change," Naidu said according to an official release. The Vice President released the first volume of the collected works of prominent Telugu film lyricist and poet, late Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry, organised by Telugu Association of North America (TANA) Prapancha Saahithya Vedika here. Naidu paid rich tributes to the noted lyricist and observed that music in cinema can have great literary value and can effectively take the poetic tradition to the masses. He