U'khand CM Dhami flags off Char Dham Yatra; extensive arrangements in place for devotees

IANS | April 18, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday flagged off the annual Char Dham Yatra from the Char Dham Yatra Transit Camp in Rishikesh, marking the formal commencement of one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Sanatan Dharma. The Chief Minister interacted with devotees, extended his greetings, and wished them a safe and spiritually fulfilling journey.

Prayagraj witnesses sea of faith as devotees take holy dip at Sangam on Vaishakh Amavasya

IANS | April 17, 2026 8:55 AM

Prayagraj, April 17 (IANS) On the sacred occasion of Vaishakh Amavasya, thousands of devotees thronged the holy city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday, immersing themselves in deep spiritual fervour. Revered as the “City of Faith,” Prayagraj, home to the sacred confluence of rivers, witnessed devotees taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam from the early hours of Brahma Muhurat.

PM Modi extends greetings on Tamil New Year, meets Vice President Radhakrishnan

IANS | April 14, 2026 9:49 AM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm greetings on the occasion of Tamil New Year Puthandu, wishing citizens happiness, success, and good health while highlighting the richness of Tamil culture. The Prime Minister also met Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and personally conveyed his greetings on the auspicious occasion.