NEW DELHI: Google has revealed a special doodle celebrating India’s 75th Republic Day. The doodle depicts India’s transition from the era of analogue TVs to smartphones. It showcases how the ceremonial parade would have been seen on screens across decades.The doodle features two television sets and a mobile phone, with the distinctive ‘G’ adorning the … Read more
New Delhi: Stating that the ongoing Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) — involving an infrastructure and development push by the government in remote villages bordering China — has helped “bridge the distance between hearts”, home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Narendra Modi government’s spend on the infrastructure upgrade of these villages in the last … Read more
NEW DELHI: On the eve of 75th Republic Day, more than 1,000 police personnel have been honored with various gallantry and service medals, as per a government statement released on Thursday. This commendation includes 277 gallantry medals.Following a recent restructuring of medals, a total of 1,132 individuals from the police, fire service, home guard, civil … Read more
JAMMU: As many as nine people have been booked in three Jammu and Kashmir districts for allegedly posting “objectionable” content on social media in connection with the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla’s idol at Ayodhya on Jan 22.Police booked five individuals in Ramban district, three in Reasi district and one person in Rajouri district under … Read more
What defines an exceptional city? For some, it’s the vibrant neighborhoods, the affordability of dining and entertainment options, and a rich array of cultural activities, from art exhibitions and museums to live performances and theater. Others might emphasize the contentment of the residents, the availability of green spaces, and a sense of strong community spirit.Time … Read more
NEW DELHI: Senior BJP leaders on Tuesday applauded the Centre’s decision to bestow Bharat Ratna on former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur as an acknowledgement of his role in ensuring equality and empowerment for the marginalised. “Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur ji, the brave son of the land of Bihar, fought a long struggle to create an … Read more
COLOMBO: The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested six Indian fishermen and seized their trawlers for allegedly poaching in the island nation’s waters, an official statement said on Tuesday, in the fourth such incident this month. The fishermen were arrested, and their two trawlers were seized on Monday north of the Delft Island, Jaffna, the Sri … Read more
AYODHYA: It was one of the most important speeched of his public life, and PM Narendra Modi did full justice to it. Widely acknowledged as a powerful orator, Modi adroitly blended raw emotion, rhetorical flourishes, subtle political messaging, the occasional touch of humour and many references to the importance of mass prosperity and technology.In his … Read more
NEW DELHI: Monday marked a historic move in the religious history of India with the consecration of the 51-inch-tall new Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya temple. The ‘Pran Pratishtha‘ ceremony was led by ‘Yajman’ Prime minister Narendra Modi and lakhs of people watched the grand event on television at their homes and in temples … Read more
AYODHYA: The Pran Prathistha ceremony will be held on Monday in the temple town of Ayodhya amid tight security. The historic ritual of ‘Pran Pratistha’ of Ram Lalla will take place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath, saints, and a host of distinguished guests.Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth … Read more
