1.#Friday 14, Aug 2026, 4150 20:00. / 1. #PM recalls the courage of those impacted by Partition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day: 14 Aug, 2026Print News./

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today stated that as we mark Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we recall the courage of all those who were impacted by Partition.

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PM shares Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the power of hard work and human endeavour

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today stated that as we mark Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we recall the courage of all those who were impacted by Partition. He noted that it was a moment in history that tore apart several lives, where families were uprooted, loved ones were lost, and immense suffering was endured.

The Prime Minister highlighted that at the same time, overcoming this, people rebuilt their lives from nothing, turned adversity into achievement, and contributed immensely to our nation’s progress. He observed that their life journeys remind us of the strength of the human spirit. Shri Modi expressed hope that this day may deepen our resolve to preserve harmony and brotherhood in our nation and collectively work towards building a Viksit Bharat.

The Prime Minister offered his heartfelt tributes to all those countrymen who, emerging from that horrific period, made invaluable contributions to the progress of the country. He stated that through their courage and capability, they showed how resolutions are accomplished even in adverse circumstances. Shri Modi called upon everyone to further strengthen the national spirit of goodwill and solidarity.

Sharing a Subhashitam, the Prime Minister emphasized that it is through hard work, enterprise, and dedicated effort that diverse arts, science, technological skills, craftsmanship, and innovations flourish, paving the way for success. He added that therefore, one should not remain dependent on fate; rather, one should move steadily towards one’s goals with courage, diligence, and persistent effort, for it is human endeavour that shapes destiny.

In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister wrote:

“Today we mark #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay. We recall the courage of all those who were impacted by Partition. It was a moment in history that tore apart several lives…families were uprooted, loved ones were lost and immense suffering was endured.

At the same time, overcoming this, people rebuilt their lives from nothing, turned adversity into achievement and contributed immensely to our nation’s progress. Their life journeys remind us of the strength of the human spirit.

May this day deepen our resolve to preserve harmony and brotherhood in our nation and collectively work towards building a Viksit Bharat.”

“विभाजन विभीषिका स्मृति दिवस पर उन सभी देशवासियों का हृदय से नमन, जिन्होंने उस वीभत्स दौर से निकलकर देश की प्रगति में अमूल्य योगदान दिया। उन्होंने अपने साहस और सामर्थ्य से दिखाया कि कैसे विपरीत परिस्थितियों में भी संकल्पों को सिद्ध किया जाता है। आइए, सद्भावना और एकजुटता की राष्ट्रीय भावना को और सशक्त करें।

उद्यमस्य प्रसादेन दृश्यन्ते विविधाः कलाः।

कातरा एव जल्पन्ति यद् भाव्यं तद् भविष्यति॥”

It is through hard work, enterprise and dedicated effort that diverse arts, science, technological skills, craftsmanship and innovations flourish, paving the way for success. Therefore, one should not remain dependent on fate; rather, one should move steadily towards one’s goals with courage, diligence and persistent effort, for it is human endeavour that shapes destiny.

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3.##PM highlights India’s strong conservation efforts on World Elephant Day:12 Aug, 2026Print News. ///

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today stated that on World Elephant Day, we celebrate the majestic elephant, which has remained an integral part of India’s ecological heritage. He expressed gladness that India is home to over 60% of the world’s wild Asian elephants.

The Prime Minister noted that our nation has 33 Elephant Reserves, which provide habitats for elephants and strengthen our efforts towards their long-term conservation. Shri Modi also expressed pride in all forest personnel, scientists, veterinarians, mahouts, and the local communities who are integral to all such efforts.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister shared:

“On World Elephant Day, we celebrate the majestic elephant which has remained an integral part of India’s ecological heritage. It is gladdening that India is home to over 60% of the world’s wild Asian elephants. Our nation has 33 Elephant Reserves, which provide habitats for elephants and strengthen our efforts towards their long-term conservation. We are also proud of all forest personnel, scientists, veterinarians, mahouts and the local communities who are integral to all such efforts.”

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4.####PM releases Autobiography of Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind: 12 Aug, 2026Print News. ////

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VIDEO: PM Modi's speech during release of former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography

PM releases Autobiography of Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind

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Today, we have the opportunity to release the autobiography of Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji; I am happy to be a part of this program: PM

His journey reflects a life dedicated to public service and the progress of our nation:PM

My prolonged acquaintance with Kovind Ji and his special affection and warmth towards me have been my greatest assets: PM

Mahatma Gandhi, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Jyotiba Phule, and Savitribai Phule dreamed of forging a new India, where the absolute poorest and the most disadvantaged could get the chance to reach the very top: PM

Individuals like Kovind Ji have not merely transformed their own lives through their diligence and competence, they have also played a pivotal role in bringing that centuries-old dream and vision to fruition: PM

Even after retiring as President; he is working on 'One Nation, One Election'; Its resolution can start a new chapter in Democracy: PM

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today released the autobiography of former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, titled “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles”, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said “Today we have got the opportunity to release the autobiography of Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji, and I am happy that I have become a part of this program,” remarked Shri Modi.

Reflecting on his deep personal connection with the former President, the Prime Minister highlighted his profound respect for Kovind ji's guidance and affection over the years. “My prolonged acquaintance with Kovind Ji, the good fortune of knowing him closely, his guidance in his capacity as President, and, above all, his special affection and warmth towards me, these have been my greatest assets,” noted Shri Modi.

Praising the depth of the former President's character and capabilities, the Prime Minister asserted that the literary work will serve as an enduring testament to the nation's democratic values. “I can say with full confidence that the autobiography of Ram Nath Kovind ji will in itself become a heritage for the Indian democracy and Indian society,” affirmed Shri Modi.

Acknowledging the vastness of Kovind ji's lifelong contributions to the nation, the Prime Minister, refraining from providing excessive details, encouraged the audience to discover the narrative firsthand. “In a book release, there should only be a 'curtain raiser', and it is better only if you all get the full benefit of the book by reading it!” remarked Shri Modi.

Highlighting the educational value of the memoir for the younger demographic, the Prime Minister expressed his desire for future generations to draw inspiration from the former President's words. “The new generation of the country should also read his writing and his experiences, from which everyone will get to learn a lot,” asserted Shri Modi.

Analysing the title of the book, “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles”, the Prime Minister interpreted its dual significance regarding personal hardship and national democratic success. “The struggles of life are his personal, but the victory achieved as a result of those struggles belongs to the Republic of India and its democracy,” observed Shri Modi.

Contrasting common human tendencies with the former President's magnanimity, the Prime Minister pointed out that while many blame society for their hardships, Kovind ji's generous heart deeply rooted in Indian values views society as an equal partner in his success. “When the heart is generous and there are Indian values, a person does not waste time finding faults in society, but focuses on its positive side,” noted Shri Modi.

Recounting a deeply tragic childhood incident from the autobiography, the Prime Minister shared the heartbreaking story of Kovind ji's mother losing her life in a house fire while trying to save essential household items in Kanpur Dahat. “You can imagine such an accident at a young age and losing a mother like this, how painful this must have been!” remarked Shri Modi.

Highlighting the resilience forged through this tragedy, the Prime Minister explained how a neighboring mother stepped in to assist with Kovind ji's upbringing, an act that profoundly shaped his understanding of societal harmony. “From this, he understood the power of unity and harmony of society, and those difficulties made Kovind ji even stronger,” affirmed Shri Modi.

Emphasizing the crucial paternal role following the tragedy, the Prime Minister noted how Kovind ji's father admirably steered the family and instilled strong values in his children. “The way he handled his family and gave values to the children is why Kovind ji considers his father his hero,” observed Shri Modi.

Tracing Kovind ji's reliance on education to overcome his lack of resources, the Prime Minister highlighted his extraordinary ascent to the highest office in the land. “He worked hard and did not let the lack of resources become a weakness, reaching a position which people had not even imagined then,” asserted Shri Modi.

Praising the former President's enduring humility, the Prime Minister recalled a deeply emotional public moment when Kovind ji returned to his village of Paraunkh, bowing to the soil and touching the feet of his former teachers. “His conduct placed such a picture of India's values in front of the world on which every Indian can feel proud,” noted Shri Modi.

Reflecting on the historical socio-economic setbacks caused by centuries of slavery, the Prime Minister honored the relentless struggles and visionary dreams of historical figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Baba Saheb Ambedkar, and Jyotiba Phule. “How many such great personalities had dreamed of the reconstruction of an India where the poorest of the poor could get the opportunity to reach the top,” remarked Shri Modi.

Connecting these historical aspirations to modern achievements, the Prime Minister credited figures like Kovind ji for actively realizing the centuries-old vision of an egalitarian society through sheer hard work. “Personalities like Kovind ji with their hard work and ability did not just change their own life, they also played a role in realizing that dream of centuries,” affirmed Shri Modi.

Stressing the continuous need for dedicated youth to carry this mission forward, the Prime Minister called for a generation that remains undeterred by obstacles and maintains the courage to forge paths toward national self-reliance. “With this very change, the resolution of building an empowered India will be fulfilled, and the path to a self-reliant and Viksit Bharat will be paved,” asserted Shri Modi.

Positioning the autobiography as a crucial motivational tool, the Prime Minister suggested that the detailed account of Kovind ji's life will serve as a definitive guide for shaping this necessary youth power. “The inspiration needed for the creation of such youth power, this autobiography of Kovind ji can become an important source of that,” observed Shri Modi.

Detailing Kovind ji's political genesis, the Prime Minister noted how working alongside Morarji Desai channeled his inherent desire for national service into a dedicated career in politics. “The feeling of national service that was inside Kovind ji, he found a path for it by working with Morarji,” remarked Shri Modi.

Highlighting a consistent track record of service, the Prime Minister commended Kovind ji's unwavering dedication to duty across his various roles in Parliament, as Governor, and eventually as President. “He worked making service his goal, and his tenure in Parliament is a witness to this,” affirmed Shri Modi.

Pointing to Kovind ji's tireless post-presidential contributions, the Prime Minister praised his ongoing leadership on critical national issues like 'One Nation, One Election', which holds the potential to revolutionize the country's democratic framework. “I believe the people of the country can learn a lot from this dedication to duty and spirit of service of Kovind ji,” asserted Shri Modi.

Acknowledging the immense difficulty of authoring an autobiography while remaining highly active in public life, the Prime Minister expressed gratitude to Kovind ji for completing this vital societal contribution. “Kovind ji has done this work for all of us because there is so much in his life in which all the people coming from poor deprived sections can see the shadow of their own life,” noted Shri Modi.

Detailing the broader moral lessons encapsulated within the text, the Prime Minister emphasized how the former President's narrative illustrates the enduring power of maintaining purity and honesty during the toughest times. “Kovind ji has continuously given this inspiration to the society on how this purity gives us the strength for national service while fulfilling the responsibilities of different posts,” observed Shri Modi.

Concluding the address with a strong endorsement of the book's historical value, the Prime Minister expressed absolute certainty that the literary work will serve as an essential archive for both personal and national milestones. “I am confident Kovind ji's autobiography will safely preserve not only the important memories of his life but also of our democracy,” affirmed Shri Modi.

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5.#####PM’s speech during release of former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind’s autobiography: 12 Aug, 2026Print News./////

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VIDEO: PM Modi's speech during release of former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography

PM's speech during release of former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography

Our former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji, Honorable Speaker of the Lok Sabha Om Birla ji, Mrs. Savita Kovind ji, all the senior dignitaries seated in the hall – I may not be able to mention everyone, but it gives me great joy that this feels like a family gathering.

Brothers and sisters,

Today we have the occasion of releasing Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji’s autobiography. I am happy that I too have had the fortune of being part of this program. I have had a long association with Kovind ji, the opportunity to know him closely, to receive his guidance as President, and along with all this, his special affection and warmth toward me – this has been a great treasure in my life. From what I have understood of his life, from what I have seen of his capabilities, I can say with full confidence that Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji’s autobiography will become a heritage for Indian democracy and Indian society. His life journey, his contribution to society and the nation – there is so much I could speak about, but at a book release only a “curtain raiser” should be given. You must read the book fully to gain its complete benefit.

Friends,

To know Kovind ji’s life journey in his own words, to read his writing, his experiences – this will give the new generation much to learn. I warmly congratulate Ram Nath Kovind ji for this autobiography.

Friends,

Kovind ji has given his book a very apt title – “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles.” The meaning is that life and its struggles are personal, but the victories that came from those struggles belong to the Republic of India, to Indian democracy.

Friends,

We often see that human nature is such that people credit themselves for success, and blame society for difficulties. But when the heart is generous, when Indian values are present, then a person does not waste time finding faults in society. He focuses on the positive side, and considers society an equal partner in his success. Kovind ji’s autobiography and its title are examples of this. Look at his life – born in a very ordinary family in Kanpur Dehat. He has described, and written in his book, how one summer day a fire broke out in his house. His mother, forgetting her own safety, tried to save the household items. For a mother in a simple family, every item is a means of raising her children. In that effort, she was trapped in the fire and passed away. Imagine – at such a young age, to lose one’s mother in this way, how painful it must have been. I was fortunate that my mother lived beyond 100 years and blessed me. Even so, I still feel her absence.

Friends,

This painful incident could have broken anyone, but it made Kovind ji stronger. A neighbor mother helped in his upbringing. From this he understood the strength of social unity and harmony. After this incident, his father’s role became even greater. The way his father managed the family, gave values to the children – that is why Kovind ji considers his father his hero.

Friends,

Amidst these childhood struggles, Kovind ji made education the path to strengthen himself. He worked hard, did not let lack of resources become a weakness. And he reached a height that people could not even imagine then – he became the President of a vast country like India.

Friends,

Even after reaching such a high position, Kovind ji’s humble personality and simplicity remained intact. I remember, as Prime Minister when I went to meet him at Rashtrapati Bhavan, he would do things beyond protocol. He would come to the car door to see off the Prime Minister. I used to request him not to do this, but he never left his humility till the end. After becoming President, when he went to his village Paraunkh, he touched the feet of his teachers and paid respect. He bowed to the soil of the village and thanked the ordinary people. The whole country saw that emotional scene. His conduct presented to the world a picture of Indian values that every Indian is proud of.

Friends,

In centuries of slavery, our country lost much economically and socially. Our ancestors struggled for centuries. Mahatma Gandhi, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Jyotiba Phule, Savitribai Phule – so many great figures dreamed of a new India, where even the poorest and most deprived could reach the summit. Personalities like Kovind ji, through their labor and ability, not only changed their own lives, but played an important role in realizing that centuries‑old dream and vision. Our efforts in this direction continue. In the future, we need many youths like Kovind ji, who are not defeated by troubles, who do not despair before difficulties, but who have the courage to make every goal easier through hard work. This change will fulfill the resolve of building a strong India. From here will emerge the path to self‑reliant and developed India.

Friends,

For building such youth power, Kovind ji’s autobiography can be an important source of inspiration.

Friends,

In his autobiography, Kovind ji has also described in detail his experiences with Morarji Desai. The spirit of service to the nation that was within him, the learning and path he gained by working with Morarji bhai – Kovind ji made politics and social service his path. He remained dedicated to his duties. He made service his goal. His tenure in Parliament is witness to this. As Governor too, he set an example. As President, we saw the same dedication. Even after retiring from the highest post of President, he did not rest. He is still working on important subjects like One Nation, One Election. He is awakening the nation. This is a subject whose solution can begin a new chapter in Indian democracy. I believe the people of the country can learn much from Kovind ji’s dedication and spirit of service.

Friends,

Remaining active in social life, finding time for an autobiography is very difficult. Kovind ji has done this work for all of us, because his life contains so much in which people from poor and deprived backgrounds can see reflections of their own lives. How an ordinary family, even in difficult circumstances, does not compromise with purity and honesty of life. How those ideals later become the foundation of our lives. How the values of hard times give us light throughout life. How this purity gives us strength for national service. While fulfilling responsibilities in different positions, Kovind ji has continuously given this inspiration to society.

Friends,

I am confident that Kovind ji’s autobiography will preserve not only the memories of his life, but also important memories of our democracy. Once again, I extend my best wishes to him for his autobiography. And I especially urge the young generation – this is the age of reels; social media influencers pull you here and there. In this age of shortcuts, remember one thing. At railway stations it is written – some people jump across the tracks instead of using the bridge. There it is written Shortcut will cut you short. Even if you want to go by shortcuts, I urge the youth – read autobiographies of whoever you admire. Autobiographies give you the chance to understand the events of history in a different way. They are close to history. That is why I want Kovind ji’s effort to benefit future generations, especially the youth. Many congratulations. Thank you very much.

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PM releases the autobiography of the former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, titled “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles” at Vigyan Bhavan, in New Delhi on August 12, 2026.

JAY HIND
JAY BHARATHAM
VANDE MATARAM
BHARAT MATHA KI JAY.

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