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PM Modi extends Diwali greetings to nation, says 'will continue tradition to celebrate with jawans'

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President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to citizens in India and abroad on the eve of Diwali, urging the nation’s youth to actively contribute toward building a developed India, Viksit Bharat, while remaining rooted in traditional Indian values. In her remarks she called for an eco‑friendly, harmonious Diwali, emphasizing the need to celebrate the festival responsibly. The message was delivered as part of her official festival address on Saturday.

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  • left · 4 outlets

    New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday conveyed his Diwali greetings to the nation, saying that, like in previous years, he will celebrate the festival with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival…

    — Deccan Herald

  • center · 8 outlets

    New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday conveyed his Diwali greetings to the nation, saying that, like in previous years, he will celebrate the festival with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival…

    — Orissa Post

  • right · 4 outlets

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to the people of the country, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity. In a video message posted on X, the Prime Minister said the festival of lights symbolised India's resolve to fight darkness.

    — India TV

Coverage arrived over 33 hours — first from The Assam Tribune, latest from The Times of India.

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    PM Modi to continue Diwali tradition with soldiers, extends festive greetings to nation

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to the nation and said he would continue his annual tradition of celebrating the festival with the country's soldiers. In a video message shared on his social media accounts, Modi wished people peace, prosperity and happiness and…

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    PM Modi conveys Diwali greetings, says will celebrate the festival with soldiers

    New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday conveyed his Diwali greetings to the nation, saying that, like in previous years, he will celebrate the festival with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival…

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