Devotees participate in annual Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar as Shravan begins
Devotees participated in the annual Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar on Thursday, carrying holy water from the Ganga River to their destinations on the first day of the holy month of…
Ram Temple donation theft: BJP says ‘guilty won’t be spared’; Oppn alleges people’s faith exploited
The alleged embezzlement of donations at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple turned into a fresh political flashpoint on Tuesday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party asserting that “the guilty will not…
“First thief is Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati”: Swami Govindananda Saraswati accuses Joshimath Shankaracharya over Ram Mandir donations
Swami Sri Govindananda Saraswati, a Deeksita Shishya of the late Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Sri Swaroopananda Saraswati, on Wednesday levelled serious accusations of theft and embezzlement against Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati. Speaking…
Tripura’s traditional Sarinda receives GI Tag, CM Manik Saha hails cultural milestone
Tripura has added another feather to its cap with the traditional ‘Tripura Sarinda’, a unique indigenous string musical instrument, receiving the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag, a development hailed by…
Generations in Play Brings Three Generations Together Through Traditional Indian Games and Stories
The Fickling Convention Centre in Three Kings was filled with laughter, learning, and meaningful connections on 7 June 2026 as Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust hosted “Generations in Play: Reviving Traditional…
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Sari Atelier 2026 Showcases the Beauty of Indian Culture in Wellington
The Wellington Indian Association (WIA) proudly hosted Sari Atelier 2026, a vibrant and elegant fashion showcase that celebrated the richness, diversity, and timeless beauty of Indian culture. The event brought…
NEET aspirants can now download re-exam admit cards without prior bank verification: NTA
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has updated the download process for the NEET (UG) 2026 re-exam admit cards. The agency has officially enabled the download facility without requiring candidates to…
IIT Delhi retains top spot among Indian universities in QS world rankings 2027; India expands presence to 52 institutions
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has retained its position as India’s highest-ranked university in the QS World University Rankings 2027, climbing to 118th globally and equalling the…
Young Yoga practitioner takes wellness movement to Himachal’s high-altitude tribal belt
Ahead of International Yoga Day, yoga practitioner and entrepreneur Asha Dipika met Himachal Pradesh minister Jagat Singh Negi and launched an initiative to promote yoga, meditation, and wellness in remote…
“Knowledge of languages, participation in sports are key to students’ success”: Chiliean envoy to India Juan Angulo
Stressing the need for holistic development for students, Chilean Ambassador to India, Juan Angulo highlighted that in today’s competitive era, academic knowledge alone is not sufficient and that knowledge of…
Sri Lankan Envoy Colonne celebrates Baishakh with students in Delhi, highlights civilisational ties
Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to India, Mahishini Colonne, on Thursday joined students in the national capital to celebrate Baishakh (Buddha Purnima), highlighting the cultural and spiritual traditions associated with Buddhism…
“I am very happy and feel proud”: Darjeeling woman Shilpa Harijan on PM Modi’s letter appreciating her sketch
Shilpa Harijan, a Darjeeling-based woman, expressed happiness after receiving a signed letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in response to a sketch she presented during a public programme in West…
Giorgia Meloni’s ‘desi’ jhumka selfie goes viral, wins hearts online
Indian jewellery has a way of travelling far beyond borders, and this time, it seems to have reached the office of Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. A recent selfie shared…
Uttarakhand CM releases Panchang calendar
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday formally released the Panchang calendar on the auspicious occasion of the Hindu New Year, which has been published by the Information and…
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s ‘Sitar for Mental Health’ to launch music-driven mental health initiative for patients
A first-of-its-kind initiative in India, where a leading healthcare facility that has a fully integrated inpatient mental health facility, has partnered with Sitar for Mental Health, an advocacy platform founded…
Nita Ambani conferred with KISS Humanitarian Award 2025
Nita M Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, was conferred the prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award 2025 at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) campus. The award was presented…
“A moment of pride for India…”: Nitin Gadkari extends greetings to PM Modi for receiving ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being conferred with the ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’, the highest honour of the Knesset,…
MP: 52nd Khajuraho Dance Festival inaugurated, begins with Kathak performance
The 52nd Khajuraho Dance Festival, organised by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism and Culture Department, was inaugurated virtually by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. The seven-day international festival commenced with a captivating…
Consultation on religious freedom in South Asia flags institutional gaps; raises concerns over Pakistan, Bangladesh
Indraprastha Public Affairs Centre (IPAC) and Shivi Development Society (SDS) jointly organised a high-level consultation on “Religious Freedom in South Asia,” on Friday at the India International Centre, New Delhi,…
Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for Beating Retreat full dress rehearsal today
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory and put in place elaborate arrangements in view of the Full Dress Rehearsal of the Beating Retreat ceremony scheduled to…
Sitar maestro Rishab Rikhiram Sharma announces 10-city India tour
Sitar virtuoso Rishab Rikhiram Sharma has announced a 10-city India tour as part of the Asia leg of his internationally acclaimed Sitar For Mental Health Tour 2026. The India leg…
Lohri and Makar Sankranti Celebrated with Joy and Fervour
Lohri and Makar Sankranti, festivals symbolising harvest, renewal, and the change of seasons, were celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm across India and in many parts of the world where…