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India Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
A new lease renewal for Bhajan Lal Sharma
(NOTE: This article was originally published in the India Today issue dated June 23, 2025)There was a piece of public performance, there were private conversations—and plenty of whispers off-stage. Happily for CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, the important facts all seem in virtuous alignment. When BJP president J.P. Nadda chose Jaipur to mark the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, it wasn't just about honouring a Maratha queen. Sharma, 18 months young in his tenure, had never managed to get himself off the receiving end of pointed social media gossip. Credible or not, the buzz about a change of guard was always in the air, like a beast with a life of its it is the imminence of a reshuffle in a cabinet strikingly full of freshers. With veterans getting restive and rival power centres coalescing, the recipe also has that extra lemon twist this time: the idea that Sharma's exit could be timed with Nadda's departure as BJP chief. The fuzzy chronology of the latter has prolonged the suspense, not ended it. All together, the perceived crisis of authority seemed serious enough to warrant a stage, Nadda wasted no time on platitudes. 'Making Bhajan Lal the CM is not the issue,' he declared, at the May 31 event. 'It's about having a dedicated soldier of the ideologyworking day and night under Modi's leadership.' As Sharma listened from the dais with a half-smile, Nadda cut deeper. 'When there's a difference between day and night, you ought to like the day,' he said. A jab, some would say, at the Vasundhara Raje SCOTCHING SPECULATIONBehind closed doors, Nadda is believed to have reviewed ministerial performance, preparatory to an anticipated shake-up. Will Sharma seize the moment to stamp his authority on things? Will he have to accommodate dissenters? Will he become a casualty of high-stakes party dynamics? At least on the last, Nadda has implied it's too early to turn the page. Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully allowed himself a dig, saying Nadda's remarks confirm that Sharma's position is his ambitious seniors, agriculture minister Kirori Lal Meena resumed office in April, 10 months after a dramatic resignation that was never accepted. Rebellious as ever, he upstaged Nadda's visit by storming half-a-dozen factories accused of producing spurious fertilisers—a not-so-subtle critique of government functioning. Then there's Rajyavardhan Rathore, industries and sports minister, and now a quiet this discounts Sharma's own capabilities, as an approachable man whose free access extends from common MLAs to Union ministers. On May 25, he presented the resolution on Operation Sindoor at an NDA CM's conclave. There are those who say he's the BJP's best bet in to India Today MagazineMust Watch
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
AIIMS Nagpur torchbearer of innovation, says Nadda
Nagpur: AIIMS Nagpur on Friday became the country's first institution to host a national-level Best Practices Conclave, an initiative launched by the Union ministry of health and family welfare. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Union health minister virtually inaugurated the two-day event, which brought together directors and senior faculty from AIIMS institutes across India. Calling AIIMS Nagpur a "torchbearer of innovation and leadership", Nadda lauded the institute for taking the lead in convening this pioneering conclave. The event aims to showcase and share successful models in medical education, patient care, hospital governance, and digital transformation among the new-generation AIIMS. "This conclave is a pioneering initiative that seeks to consolidate the rich experiences of new AIIMS in three key domains: teaching, learning and research; hospital services; and governance and patient convenience," Nadda said. He emphasized that institutions like AIIMS Nagpur are not only addressing regional health disparities but also making significant contributions to research, education, and affordable healthcare delivery, particularly in underserved regions such as Vidarbha. Underlining the govt's commitment to excellence, Nadda noted that all AIIMS campuses are redefining patient care by offering high-quality, evidence-based, and affordable treatment backed by state-of-the-art infrastructure and specialised services. AIIMS Nagpur came in for the minister's special praise for its role in promoting interdisciplinary research and structured mentorship in line with national health goals. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Union health secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, in her inaugural address, stressed the importance of leadership and collaborative growth. "Institutional growth will depend on the leader's vision. I encourage all institutions to learn from the best practices of their peers and take forward the govt's mission of excellence in medical education and universal healthcare," she said. Dr Prashant Joshi, executive director and CEO of AIIMS Nagpur, said, "It is a matter of pride for Nagpur and central India that this historic first edition of the Best Practices Conclave is being held here. AIIMS Nagpur remains committed to becoming a model institution that integrates regional relevance with national standards in teaching, research, and patient care." Participating institutions included AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Raipur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Guwahati, and others, along with representatives from PMSSY and the ministry of defence. About the conclave Organiser: Union ministry of health & family welfare Venue: AIIMS Nagpur — the first AIIMS to host such a conclave Participants: All new AIIMS (Bhopal, Jodhpur, Jammu, Bilaspur, Raipur, etc.), PMSSY, and Ministry Themes: Best practices in teaching & research, hospital services, governance & patient convenience Objective: Sharing institutional innovations, improving quality care and system efficiency Vision: Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and drive excellence in public health delivery
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Union Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates 1st edition of 'Conclave on Best Practices' at AIIMS Nagpur
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, virtually addressed the first edition of the Conclave on 'Best Practices' on Friday. The two-day conclave was organised by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur. According to a release from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the two-day Conclave seeks to showcase exemplary practices adopted by various AIIMS institutions, focusing on patient-centric care, operational efficiency, digital transformation, and academic excellence. AIIMS institutes from across the country (AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Jammu, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Raipur) , along with the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) division and the Ministry of Defence, collaborated in the conclave. Union Health Secretary, Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, delivered the opening address at the event. In his address, underlining the significance of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, Union Minister Nadda stated that 'each AIIMS, established as an Institute of National Importance, integrates advanced clinical care, high-quality medical education and research excellence. Strategically located to address regional disparities, every AIIMS serves as a Centre of healthcare innovation and learning, delivering equitable, affordable and evidence-based healthcare services. These institutions reflect the Government's commitment to strengthening public health systems, raising standards of care and nurturing a new generation of healthcare leaders.' Nadda emphasised the importance of sharing the best practices and innovations of each new AIIMS with other AIIMS for their wider adoption and utilisation. He also commended AIIMS Nagpur for 'taking a lead and organising the first conclave on best practices'. Highlighting the importance of the Conclave, Nadda stated that 'this Conclave is a pioneering initiative that seeks to consolidate rich experiences of new AIIMS in three key domains: teaching-learning and research; hospital services; and governance and patient convenience.' Nadda underlined the significant role played by AIIMS in readying doctors to meet future healthcare challenges. He also added that 'in the domain of teaching-learning, adoption of Competency Based Medical Education curriculum, investment in digital learning, state-of-the-art simulation laboratories and implementation of structured mentorship programs signal a deep commitment to educational excellence.' The Union Health Minister also highlighted that 'new AIIMS are increasingly contributing to India's scientific advancement through regionally relevant studies, ethical clinical trials and translational research. It is encouraging to see the efforts to foster interdisciplinary collaborations, as these will be a key to solving complex public health problems in the years to come.' 'AIIMS campuses are redefining patient care by offering high-quality, evidence-based and affordable treatment through advanced infrastructure and a wide spectrum of specialities. Use of e-governance tools, transparent administrative frameworks, and patient-focused innovations such as Jan Aushadhi Kendras, digital registration systems and dedicated helpdesks, demonstrate that efficiency and compassion can coexist in public healthcare settings', Nadda further added. In her address, Union Health Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava stressed the importance of all the stakeholders to take forward the vision of the government of 'excellence in medical education and universal healthcare'. She underlined that institutional growth would depend on the leader's vision and encouraged all to learn from the best practices of other institutions. According to the release, Ankita Mishra Bundela, Joint Secretary (PMSSY), MoHFW, Executive Director AIIMS Nagpur, Dr Prashant P Joshi, senior officers from the Ministry, DG of Armed Forces Medical Services (Ministry of Defence), CIRA (Ministry of Defence), Executive Directors and senior administrators from various AIIMS across the country also attended the event. (ANI)
Economic Times
12-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
India has witnessed unprecedented digital revolution in past 11 years: JP Nadda
— JPNadda (@JPNadda) Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Union Minister and Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda on Thursday highlighted India's "unprecedented" digital revolution in the last 11 years, adding that the transformation has bridged the digital divide and ensured that technology reaches every a post on X, Nadda said that governance is more transparent and efficient under Prime Minister Narendra Modi."Over the past 11 years, India has witnessed an unprecedented digital revolution under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji. This transformation has not only connected millions but also bridged the digital divide, ensuring that technology reaches every citizen," Nadda said."Today, governance is more transparent and efficient than ever before. Major government schemes are integrated with real-time digital dashboards, promoting transparency and delivering direct benefits to citizens," he mentioned that central schemes such as UPI, DigiLocker, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, U-WIN, CoWIN and e-Sanjeevhave empowered millions."Innovations like UPI, DigiLocker, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, U-WIN, CoWIN and e-Sanjeevani are not just digital platforms; they have empowered millions. "Let's celebrate this Digital India journey as it paves the way towards a Viksit Bharat @2047," he said on in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's digital and technological progress, stating that the country is making remarkable progress in the innovation and application of Prime Minister highlighted that the digital progress is also strengthening the country's efforts towards becoming self-reliant in the technology to his X social media platform, PM Modi shared a post by MyGovIndia, which talks about how India could become the next technology powerhouse of the world and the steps taken by the Union Government in the past 11 years in the sector."Powered by the youth of India, we are making remarkable progress in the innovation and application of technology. "It is also strengthening our efforts to become self-reliant and a global tech powerhouse," PM Modi has recorded a surge of 2500 times in the volume of UPI transactions, with data showing that UPI transactions, which were at 0.93 crore in April 2017 increased to 1867.70 crore by April is also leading the digital payment revolution , wherein more than Rs 260 lakh crore transactions have been processed with Rs 18,600 crore transactions acceptance in the world has also increased and it is live in seven countries, including the UAE, Singapore, Nepal, France, Mauritius, Bhutan and Sri also stands as the world's cheapest mobile data provider, with more than 94 crore broadband connections and more than 120 crore telephone subscribers.A total of 2.18 lakh gram panchayats have been connected through optical fibre networks under the Bharat Net scheme and 6.92 lakh km of fibre cable has been Union Government has also showcased interest in Artificial Intelligence with three AI Centres of Excellence to be set up in top educational institutions. India is also working on the development of AI models such as BharatGen, Sarvam-1, Chitralekha and Hanooman's Everest June 10, Prime Minister Modi shared an article on the government's commitment to advancing India's digital connectivity over the past 11 years.
India Gazette
12-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Gujarat plane crash: JP Nadda instructs BJP workers to engage in relief and rescue operations
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 12 (ANI): Union Minister and BJP President JP Nadda, on Thursday, instructed all the party workers to engage in relief and rescue operations following the crash incident in Ahmedabad involving an Air India flight bound for London. In a post on X, Nadda expressed grief over the loss of lives in the accident. 'The news of many casualties in the plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is extremely sad,' he said. The BJP President also said he talked to the Gujarat BJP Chief and State Health Minister Rushikesh Patel over the preparedness. 'Regarding this tragic incident, I spoke to Gujarat BJP State President and Union Minister Shri @CRPaatil ji and the State Health Minister Shri @irushikeshpatel and took information about health facilities and relief work,' Nadda said. 'I appeal to all BJP workers to engage in relief and rescue operations and provide all possible help to the affected families. I pray to God to give strength to the bereaved families to bear the unbearable pain and to provide speedy recovery to the injured,' JP Nadda said. The Air India plane from Ahmedabad to London with 242 passengers crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport earlier today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke to Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah and took stock of the crash incident, according to sources. The Civil Aviation Minister informed the Prime Minister that he is rushing to Ahmedabad to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground, said the Civil Aviation Ministry. The Prime Minister has directed the Minister to ensure all necessary support is extended immediately and asked to be kept regularly updated on the situation, they said. Confirming the incident, Air India said that Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick, was involved in the incident. An Air India plane from Ahmedabad to London with 242 passengers crashed in the Meghaninagar area near Ahmedabad airport. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation said that a team has been rushed to the spot for investigation. 'On 12th Jun, 2025, Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board the aircraft, consisting of 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew,' said a senior DGCA official. The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar. Capt Sumeet Sabharwal is an LTC with 8200 hours of experience. The copilot had 1100 hours of flying experience, the official further added. As per ATC, the aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1339 IST (0809 UTC) from runway 23. It gave a mayday Call to ATC, but thereafter, no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC. Aircraft immediately after departure from Runway 23, fell on the ground outside the airport perimeter. Heavy black smoke was seen emanating from the accident site, said the official. (ANI)
