Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the beginning of an e-auction featuring over 600 mementoes and gifts he has received during public events. The diverse collection includes stunning sculptures, traditional art, regional artefacts, indigenous crafts, and memorabilia from the 2024 Paralympic Games, all presented to PM Modi. Those interested in participating can register and submit their bids on the official auction site, PM Mementos, available at https://pmmementos.gov.in/. In a post on X, PM Modi shared his excitement about the auction and its cause: “Every year, I auction the mementoes I receive, with the proceeds supporting the Namami Gange initiative. This…
Author: Akancha Mishra
Akancha Mishra
Akancha has been a journalist for about twenty years, and she has a Bachelor of Arts in English Honors and a Master's Degree in Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. She and her husband and children Supriya and Alok currently call New York City home.
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During a recent meet-and-greet session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, two-time Paralympic silver medalist Yogesh Kathuniya expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of para-athletes. “You are the Prime Minister for every citizen, but for para-athletes like us, you are our ‘param mitra,’” Kathuniya said, acknowledging Modi’s unwavering support and encouragement. The Indian para contingent recently returned from the Paris Paralympics, bringing home a historic 29 medals, including 7 gold, 9 silver, and 13 bronze. This achievement marked the highest medal tally for India in its Paralympic history. On their return, the athletes were honored by Prime Minister Modi,…
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