Across India, prayer meetings, cleanliness drives and cultural events were organised to mark the occasion. Statues of Gandhi and Shastri were decorated with garlands and schools and public institutions echoed their teachings through recitations and programmes.
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Shameful act: Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in London’s Tavistock Square, Indian High Commission condemns
The statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London was vandalised, drawing strong condemnation from the Indian High Commission
Bust of Mahatma Gandhi unveiled at Seattle Center on his birth anniversary, honouring non-violence and peace
The bust — the first installation on Gandhi in Seattle — has been placed just below the base of the popular Space Needle and adjacent to the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum.
Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings continue to illuminate our path, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on birth anniversary.
PM Modi pays tributes to Quit India Movement heroes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tributes to those who participated in Quit India Movement.
PM Modi meets Japanese counterpart Kishida, unveils Gandhi bust in Hiroshima
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Japanese counterpart Kishida Fumio, interacted with members of the Indian community and unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima earlier today.
Farmers protests: Tensions running high among Indian diaspora as India, US governments condemn destruction of Gandhi statue in US
The ongoing farmers’ protests in India have seen an escalation in the past few days, with international celebrities and Indian diaspora groups taking sides on the issue.
Mahatma Gandhi’s gold-rimmed spectacles sell for over INR 2.5 crore at auction
The spectacles sold within six minutes of bidding and were bought by an American collector.
Gold-plated spectacles reportedly worn by Mahatma Gandhi to be auctioned in the UK
The spectacles are expected to fetch between GBP 10,000-15,000 in the auction.
Mahatma Gandhi statue in Washington DC desecrated amidst anti-racism protests
A statue of Mahatma Gandhi outside the Indian Embassy in Washington DC, America has been defaced during the anti-racism protests that have rocked the United States for the last week.
