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March 8, 2024 10:21 AM

Maha Shivaratri celebrations begin at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain and elsewhere in country

On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, devotees have been offering prayers at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple since early Friday morning. Hundreds of people thronged the temple to offer their prayers to Lord Shiva. The priests performed a grand 'Bhasma Aa...

March 8, 2024 8:42 AM

Prime Minister Modi to present the first-ever National Creators Award in 20 categories today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the first-ever National Creators Award at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi this morning. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. Award is an effort to recognize excellence and impact across domains, i...

March 7, 2024 11:48 AM

President Murmu presents Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards to 94 artists

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards to 94 artists for the years 2022 and 2023 in New Delhi on Wednesday. In her address at Vigyan Bhawan, President Murmu emphasized the social purpose of art and the crucial role artis...

March 1, 2024 7:28 PM

Inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

The unveiling of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi marks a momentous occasion for the Middle East, as it becomes the region's first traditional stone temple. Opening its doors to the public on M...

February 28, 2024 10:43 AM

EAM Jaishankar to honor Acharya Lokesh Muni as Global Jain Peace Ambassador

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to recognize Acharya Lokesh Muni, the founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti and the World Peace Center, as the 'Global Jain Peace Ambassador' at an event in Karnataka on Wednesday. The Jain pilgrim center, Nav...

February 25, 2024 3:31 PM

PM Modi submerges in spiritual journey, pays tribute to Dwarka underwater

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a spiritual odyssey as he submerged himself in the deep sea to offer prayers at the submerged city of Dwarka. Dwarka, a city steeped in mythology and history, holds a special place in the hearts of millions....

February 23, 2024 3:59 PM

India and Oman agree to cooperate in field of Archives

India and Oman have mutually agreed to cooperate in the field of Archives. A delegation of the National Archives of India (NAI), visited the National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA) of Oman on February 21-22, aimed at exploring the areas of bil...

February 23, 2024 11:33 AM

PM Modi distributes prizes to winners of Sansad Sanskrit Pratiyogita in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed prizes to winners of Sansad Pratiyogita in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi on Friday. The prize distribution ceremony was held at Banaras Hindu University. The Prime Minister congratulated all winners of the competi...

February 21, 2024 5:22 PM

Buddha relics from India to be showcased in Thailand

A selection of Buddha relics, including four from the collection at the National Museum in Delhi, is set to embark on a journey to Thailand starting Thursday. These relics will be on public display for 26 days alongside relics of his two chief discip...

February 17, 2024 12:36 PM

A cultural program on life of U Tirot Sing organised in Bangladesh

A cultural program on life and bravery of Khasi freedom fighter U Tirot Sing organised on Friday evening at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka. The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, Dhaka and Department of Arts & Culture, Government of Meghalaya i...

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