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January 8, 2024 11:49 AM

Pran Prathishta of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya “gives Hindus a reason to celebrate”: New York Mayor

Hindus not just in India but also from South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities living in New York City "have a reason to celebrate and lift their spirituality," Mayor Eric Adams asserted on Saturday. Mayor Adams attended a Mata Ki Chowki, a relig...

January 8, 2024 11:10 AM

India, Saudi Arabia ink Haj agreement with over 1.75 lakh pilgrim quota for 2024

India and Saudi Arabia on Sunday signed a bilateral agreement under which New Delhi has been allocated a quota of more than 1.75 lakh pilgrims for the 2024 annual Haj pilgrimage. Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs, S...

January 7, 2024 10:00 AM

Suchetha Satish from India Sets World Record for Singing in 140 Languages in a Concert for Climate

By: Vinod Kumar (Dubai, UAE) In a historic and awe-inspiring event, Suchetha Satish, hailing from Kerala, has etched her name in the annals of music history by setting a new world record for singing in the most languages during a single concert. T...

January 5, 2024 7:19 PM

Jallikattu season in Tamil Nadu is set to begin on January 15

The traditional event of Jallikattu, known as the bull-taming sport, is scheduled to commence in Tamil Nadu for three consecutive days starting January 15. The planned events will take place in Avaniyapuram on the 15th, Palamedu on the 16th, and Ala...

January 5, 2024 12:57 PM

Uttar Purvi Mahotsav to showcase the rich diversity of North East India

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region is organizing the first "Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024," a five-day cultural event at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from January 13th to 17th. Chanchal Kumar, Secretary of MoDoNER, said t...

January 3, 2024 11:40 AM

PM Modi pays homage to Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to Savitribai Phule and Rani Velu Nachiyar on their birth anniversaries, acknowledging their inspirational impact on society through compassion and courage. In his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' episode ...

January 2, 2024 11:04 AM

Sculptor Arun Yogiraj’s idol of Ram Lalla to be installed at Ayodhya’s grand temple

As days approach near for the grand 'Pran-Pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, the idol carved out by sculptor Arun Yogiraj has been finalised for the consecration at the Ram Temple on January 22. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi confirmed the ...

January 1, 2024 1:29 PM

Gujarat sets Guinness record for performing mass Surya Namaskar on New Year

In a remarkable showcase of health and unity, Gujarat has secured its position in the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest number of individuals performing Surya Namaskar simultaneously. On the morning of January 1, 2024, a staggering coun...

January 1, 2024 9:17 AM

Nepal Tourism Board celebrates 25th anniversary of public-private partnership, targeting 35 lakh tourists

On the silver jubilee celebration of Nepal Tourism board public private partnership, it was revealed that ten lakh twelve thousand tourists visited Nepal in 2023. Nepal is looking forward as a tourist destination for all seasons, for all age groups a...

December 24, 2023 6:56 PM

From East to West: The International Tapestry of Christmas Joy

In the Western world, Christmas preparations are in full swing as cities adorn streets with festive lights, and homes are filled with the warmth of decorations. Families excitedly gather around to trim Christmas trees, exchanging stories and laughter...

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