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Shahar Banaras: Won’t Allow Hooliganism in Educational campuses, Promises Union Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal
MUMBAI: Speaking at the Shahar Banaras event organised by News Nation Network, Union Minister of Human Resource Development Mr. Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' said that the Modi government would not allow 'hooliganism' in the educational campuses in the country.
Union Minister Prahlad Singh Patel was another present as the guest at the event. The conclave was organised to mark and celebrate the spirit of Varanasi city.
Speaking at the event, Pokhriyal said there were some elements who were trying to destroy the atmosphere of learning at our education campuses. However, these elements will not be allowed to prosper. He said parents spend a lot to send their wards to the best possible educational institutes. The Union Minister assured these parents that he will make sure the dreams of such students are not disrupted due to some 'anarchic' elements.
Pokhriyal also said that the new education policy is promoting learning, science, research and innovation. This will start to bear fruits in next few years.
Speaking at the event organised at Taj Ganges, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Culture and Tourism Prahlad Singh Patel said that Modi government will develop Ayodhya on the model Kashi Vishwanath. Talking about the ongoing anti-CAA protests in Delhi, the Minister said that people behind violence will not be spared.
Thanking the event sponsors Abhay Ojha, President- Sales & Marketing added, “We truly appreciate the generous support of our partners for making our event Shahar Banaras as successful as it was”
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
