New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that he was deeply touched by the gesture of Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in dedicating a stupa in Gelephu Mindfulness City to him, and accepted the honour on behalf of the people of India.
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) From Nepal's ancient Tihar traditions to celebrations at the White House, Diwali has acquired a visible place in the cultural life of countries across several continents.
Hanoi, Nov 2 (IANS) Spotlighting Buddhism being a civilisational bridge between the people of India and Vietnam, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Monday visited the historic Quan Su Pagoda in Hanoi. NSA Doval arrived in Hanoi on Sunday on an official visit during which he has held meetings with Vietnamese leadership in line with the India-Vietnam Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Indore, Oct 31 (IANS) The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has expanded its organisational activities to 1,10,849 locations across the country during its centenary year, while the number of its daily shakhas has reached 1,01,151, the organisation's Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar said on Saturday.
Nashik, Oct 31 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday hoisted the sacred Simhastha Kumbh Mela flag at Nashik's Ramkund, formally marking the commencement of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela amid chants of "Jai Shree Ram" and elaborate religious ceremonies.
Ayodhya, Oct 29 (IANS) The temple city of Ayodhya is witnessing a sharp surge in tourist bookings as preparations intensify for the 10th Deepotsav celebrations.
Haridwar, Oct 28 (IANS) Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday alleged that planned and systematic attacks were being carried out against Sanatan Dharma by making what he described as false and derogatory claims about Hindu deities.
Lucknow, Oct 27 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, is set to promote traditional pottery and terracotta craftsmanship through the 11-day ‘Mati Kala Mahotsav 2026’, beginning on October 28 in Lucknow.
New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the timeless teachings of Maharishi Valmiki and the values of service, compassion and social harmony reflected in the Ramayan, urging people to draw inspiration from the ancient epic as the country prepares to celebrate the sage's birth anniversary.
Ahmedabad, Oct 24 (IANS) More than 700 bookstalls and over 125 publishers are part of the 'Ahmedabad International Book Festival 2026', which opened at the Sabarmati Riverfront on Saturday, as the city seeks to expand its literary and cultural platform with events on reading, writing, science and creativity for children.
