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‘Indian Constitution gives the courage to speak…’: CJI Chandrachud

CJI DY Chandrachud said it cannot be forgotten that the Constitution has given the responsibility to bring about social, political and economic justice.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud addresses during the first convocation ceremony of Maharashtra National Law University in Nagpur on Saturday, (PTI)
Updated on Feb 11, 2023 08:44 PM IST

Republic Day 2023: 74th Republic Day speech, essay ideas and tips for students

Republic Day Speech and Essay ideas and tips: India marks its Republic Day on January 26. During celebrations in schools or educational institutions, the students give speeches or write essays. Here are some Republic Day speech or essay ideas and tips which can help the students to prepare.

74th Republic Day speech, essay ideas and tips for school students(HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 26, 2023 06:50 AM IST

Happy Republic Day 2023: Best wishes, images, messages and patriotic quotes

Republic Day 2023: India marks its Republic Day on January 26. Here are some wishes, messages, greetings, patriotic quotes and images to share with your friends and family to invoke a feeling of gratitude for our nation.

Wish your loved ones this Republic Day with these best wishes, images, messages and patriotic quotes. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 26, 2023 06:48 AM IST

Republic Day 2023: When, where and how India celebrated its 1st R-Day?

India attained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, it wasn't until January 26, 1950, that the Constitution came into effect, and India became a sovereign and a republic state.

Republic Day: Revisiting India’s first ever Republic Day celebration on 26 January 1950.(Twitter)
Updated on Jan 26, 2023 07:45 AM IST

Morning brief: PM asks DGPs to tackle external threats, be sensitive internally

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi.(ANI)
Updated on Jan 23, 2023 09:00 AM IST
By, New Delhi

‘Constitution is supreme…’: P Chidambaram dismisses Vice President's remarks

Pointing out the features of the ‘basic structure doctrine’, the former Union minister said it prevents a “majoritarian-driven assault" on the principles of the Constitution.

P Chidambaram refutes Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's
Updated on Jan 12, 2023 10:50 AM IST

On Constitution Day, PM Modi's request to India's youth and judiciary

PM Narendra Modi requested government institutions and judiciary to make endeavours to inculcate more awareness about the Constitution among Indian youth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi being presented a memento by CJI DY Chandrachud during the Constitution Day celebrations in New Delhi on Saturday.(PTI)
Published on Nov 26, 2022 11:49 AM IST
By | Written by Aniruddha Dhar

Why is November 26 celebrated as Constitution Day? 5 points

Constitution Day 2022: The year 2015 marked the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, also known as the "Father of the constitution". As a tribute to the chairman of the drafting committee of the constitution, the Modi government planned year-long celebrations.

Constitution Day 2022: On August 29, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a draft.(myGOV)
Updated on Nov 26, 2022 09:38 AM IST

Afternoon brief: How government plans to mark Constitution Day

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

The government plans to organise webinars, workshops, and readings of its preamble on November 26 to mark Constitution Day.
Updated on Nov 17, 2022 12:59 PM IST

Kerala minister quits over remarks on Constitution

Speaking to reporters, Cherian said his words were misquoted and that the party and chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan had accepted his decision to resign.

Kerala minister quits over remarks on Constitution (HT)
Published on Jul 07, 2022 04:09 AM IST

Saji Cheriyan quits as Kerala minister amid outrage over Constitution remarks 

The Left leader had later expressed regret and claimed news reports in this connection were 'distorted.

File photo of Saji Cheriyan.
Updated on Jul 06, 2022 06:26 PM IST
Reported by Ramesh Babu | Written by Sohini Goswami

Ambedkar Jayanti 2022: 10 inspiring quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar

Ambedkar Jayanti 2022: On the 131st birth anniversary of the Father of Indian Constitution, here are 10 inspiring quotes by him as we commemorate the memory of Dr Babasaheb Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar to boost our motivation 

Ambedkar Jayanti 2022: 10 inspiring quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar (Twitter/EssirBheel)
Updated on Apr 13, 2022 08:51 PM IST
ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Yogi on hijab controversy: India will be run by Constitution, not Shariat

Any attempt to run these institutions by Shariat was neither in the interest of the (Muslim) community nor the country, Uttar Pradesh chief minister and BJP leader Yogi Adityanath said.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath. (FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Feb 13, 2022 02:11 AM IST
By, Lucknow

Sam Pitroda recalls calligraphist Prem Bihari who wrote entire Constitution

While the Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on 26 November 1949, it became effective on 26 January 1950.

Nehru wanted the entire Constitution to be scribed in handwritten calligraphy in italic and not in a print format. (Representational image)(Agencies)
Published on Jan 30, 2022 12:49 PM IST
Written by Shubhangi Gupta | Edited by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi

Reaffirm faith in the Constitution

The Constitution has served India well. Use its strength to navigate an uncertain world and commit to a better future for all citizens

When the Constitution was formally adopted on January 26, 1950, it represented a fundamental rupture in the social, economic and political history of the country. (HT PHoto)
Updated on Jan 25, 2022 08:28 PM IST
ByHT Editorial

Know your Constitution: Fundamental rights and duties of every Indian citizen

The Constitution of India, the longest written constitution of any country, is considered the supreme law of the nation, and demarcates the structure, framework, powers, and duties of government institutions, and sets out fundamental rights, directive principles, and duties of citizens.

The Constitution of India 
Updated on Jan 23, 2022 03:14 PM IST
By | Edited by Joydeep Bose, New Delhi

From Jan 26, 1950: Biggest liberal experiment in democratic govt

An analysis of the Indian constitution, published in HT on the first Republic Day -- January 26,1950.

From Jan 26, 1950: Biggest liberal experiment in democratic govt
Updated on Jan 22, 2022 02:43 AM IST
ByKENNETH C WHEARE

From ‘party for the family’ to colonial mindset: PM Modi's top quotes 

“Today, look at every corner of India. The country is moving towards a crisis that should worry every individual who respects the Constitution and that comes from dynastic parties,” PM Modi said. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament on the occasion of Constitution Day on Friday. (ANI)
Published on Nov 26, 2021 08:50 PM IST
By | Written by Poulomi Ghosh

Constitution not being followed with honesty, says BSP chief Mayawati

Former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati said the Centre and state governments need to review whether they are following the Constitution with honesty and integrity.

“Is the Constitution being followed in the ideal way by the central and state governments? Such governments do not have any moral right to celebrate Constitution Day,” BSP chief Mayawati said.(File Photo)
Published on Nov 26, 2021 05:51 PM IST
Written by Srivatsan K C | Edited by Sohini Goswami, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

‘Like the Gita’: Lok Sabha Speaker pays tributes to Constitution, vows for unity

71st Constitution Day 2021: President Ram Nath Kovind, vice president M Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other leaders all took part in the event that salutes the important piece of document laying down the fundamental political code of a democratic and secular India.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla (File Photo / PTI)
Published on Nov 26, 2021 12:29 PM IST
Written by Joydeep Bose | Edited by Meenakshi Ray, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

Know your Constitution: Salient features of India's fundamental political code

71st Constitution Day 2021: The Constitution of India, the longest written constitution of any country, is considered the supreme law of the nation and demarcates the structure, framework, powers, and duties of government institutions.

The Constitution of India 
Published on Nov 26, 2021 10:44 AM IST
By, Hindustan Times, New Delhi

On Constitution Day, PM Modi shares part of BR Ambedkar’s speech

Constitution Day is observed every year on November 26 to mark the adoption of the Indian Constitution by the Constituent Assembly on this day in 1949.

On Constitution Day, the government is organising a number of programmes. (PTI File Photo)
Published on Nov 26, 2021 10:03 AM IST
By | Written by Meenakshi Ray, New Delhi

Constitution Day: 13 opposition parties decide to skip Parliament event today

As many as 13 Opposition parties led by the Congress have decided to skip the Constitution Day celebrations in the Central Hall of Parliament on Friday.

Opposition parties have decided to boycott the Constitution Day programme in Parliament to protest the government’s ‘disrespect’ towards them.
Updated on Nov 26, 2021 12:40 AM IST
ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Ambedkar Jayanti 2021: 15 inspiring quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar

Ambedkar Jayanti 2021: To commemorate the memory of Dr Babasaheb Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the father of Indian constitution, here are 15 inspiring quotes by him to boost motivation and take you through the rest of the week

Ambedkar Jayanti 2021: 15 inspiring quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar(Twitter/MissionAmbedkar)
Updated on Apr 14, 2021 02:31 PM IST
ByZarafshan Shiraz

HT Interview: We’ve sought to address needs, efficiency, equity, says NK Singh

The chairman of the 15th Finance Commission, NK Singh, spoke to Zia Haq about the final report of the Commission for 2021-26 which has now been made public. Edited excerpts.

The chairman of the 15th FC, NK Singh says that the population reflects the need; the weight given to geographical area represents the need; the income distance criterion, namely the per capita income, represents the equity part.(Sonu Mehta/ HT Archive)
Updated on Feb 05, 2021 06:01 AM IST
By, New Delhi

In Partition’s shadow, Constituent Assembly adopted secular charter

Taking a leaf from the Round Table conferences, the Assembly created several committees on specific subjects (fundamental rights, minorities, and allocation of powers). Drawing on the committees’ recommendations, the Assembly’s advisor, B.N. Rau, prepared a draft constitution in October 1947.

Jawaharlal Nehru addressing a meeting of a committee of the Constituent Assembly in New Delhi, 1949.(Alamy Stock Photo)
Updated on Nov 25, 2022 04:21 PM IST
ByVikram Raghavan
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