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.

Bangladesh: Former PM Hasina slams anti-liberation forces for undermining Pohela Boishakh festivities

IANS | April 13, 2026 6:36 PM

Dhaka, April 13 (IANS) Extending greetings to the people of Bangladesh on Pohela Boishakh marking the Bengali New Year, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday said that "anti-liberation and unconstitutional" forces have repeatedly sought to undermine the festival — a trend she said continues to persist.

Sea of devotion engulfs Haridwar as 'Baisakhi Snan' draws massive crowds to Ganga ghats

IANS | April 13, 2026 10:22 AM

Haridwar, April 13 (IANS) On the occasion of the Baisakhi Snan, a magnificent spectacle of faith is unfolding in the holy city of Haridwar on Monday. Devotees have already begun arriving in Haridwar in anticipation of the Baisakhi holy bath.

India pays solemn tribute at Iran's Chehlum ceremony, highlights shared civilisational and cultural ties

IANS | April 12, 2026 11:35 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Sunday, offered heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Union government at the 40th-day mourning ceremony (Chehlum) organised by the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi.

Indian classical rendition of UAE anthem by students goes viral, symbolises unity: Report

IANS | April 12, 2026 8:05 PM

Dubai, April 12 (IANS) In a powerful display of cultural fusion and shared identity, a group of Indian students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has captured widespread attention with a unique Indian classical rendition of the Gulf nation's national anthem, creating a viral moment that has resonated across communities.

India-Israel ties set to grow stronger with deeper social engagement: Report

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:18 PM

Tel Aviv/New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) India and Israel must broaden their social base to build a more resilient, normalised, and forward-looking partnership.

Towering spiritual great of our civilisation: PM Modi pays homage to Guru Tegh Bahadur

IANS | April 7, 2026 10:44 AM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of Parkash Purab on Tuesday, paid homage to Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru, calling him a "towering spiritual great of our civilisation", and expressed hope that his message guides people in creating a "compassionate and harmonious society".

Devotees throng Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Vaishakh Krishna Paksha Panchami

IANS | April 7, 2026 9:52 AM

Ujjain, April 7 (IANS) A massive gathering of devotees assembled at the globally revered Jyotirlinga shrine, the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain on Tuesday on the occasion of Vaishakh Krishna Paksha Panchami.

May teachings of Jesus Christ inspire kindness, strengthen togetherness: PM Modi on Easter

IANS | April 5, 2026 10:18 AM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Easter and wished for the teachings of Jesus Christ to strengthen the spirit of togetherness in society.

Uttarakhand: Administration readies alternative plan amid feared gas crisis ahead of Char Dham Yatra

IANS | April 3, 2026 8:24 PM

Uttarkashi, April 3 (IANS) With the Char Dham Yatra approaching, the administration in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi has gone into alert mode amid concerns over a possible shortage of cooking gas. In view of ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and Gulf countries that could disrupt LPG supply, the district administration has prepared an alternative fuel plan to ensure uninterrupted food arrangements for pilgrims and local businesses.

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

Bangladesh: Former PM Hasina slams anti-liberation forces for undermining Pohela Boishakh festivities

Sea of devotion engulfs Haridwar as 'Baisakhi Snan' draws massive crowds to Ganga ghats

India pays solemn tribute at Iran's Chehlum ceremony, highlights shared civilisational and cultural ties

Indian classical rendition of UAE anthem by students goes viral, symbolises unity: Report

India-Israel ties set to grow stronger with deeper social engagement: Report

Towering spiritual great of our civilisation: PM Modi pays homage to Guru Tegh Bahadur

Devotees throng Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Vaishakh Krishna Paksha Panchami

May teachings of Jesus Christ inspire kindness, strengthen togetherness: PM Modi on Easter

Uttarakhand: Administration readies alternative plan amid feared gas crisis ahead of Char Dham Yatra

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