Gujarat Governor discusses investment, cultural cooperation with Lankan leaders in Colombo

IANS | February 5, 2026 8:39 PM

Colombo, Feb 5 (IANS) Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi met Sri Lanka's Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti in Colombo on Thursday, discussing collaboration through connecting industries of Gujarat and Sri Lanka for exploring opportunities in investment and industrial development in the island nation.

Exposition of Devnimori Buddha relics to highlight India-Sri Lanka spiritual bond

IANS | February 4, 2026 3:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Marking a first, the Holy Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha reached Sri Lanka on Wednesday, aboard an Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft for a historic international exposition, marking a significant moment in cultural and spiritual ties between the two nations.

Vadodara: Guinness World Record recognises mass recital at Mahant Swami Maharaj's 92nd birthday celebrations

IANS | February 2, 2026 9:32 PM

Vadodara, Feb 2 (IANS) A Guinness World Records certificate recognising the largest simultaneous Hindu text recital was presented to Mahant Swami Maharaj on Monday as the 92nd birth anniversary celebrations of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) spiritual head culminated in Gujarat's Vadodara, drawing nearly two lakh devotees from across the country.

Sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha travel to Sri Lanka as India bolsters spiritual ties across borders

IANS | February 2, 2026 4:48 PM

Colombo, Feb 2 (IANS) Underlining India's commitment to fostering Buddhist diplomacy, spiritual outreach, and shared cultural heritage, the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha will be travelling to Sri Lanka for their first-ever international exposition, the High Commission of India in Colombo announced on Monday.

R-Day 2026: Gujarat tableau wins popular choice award for fourth year in a row

IANS | January 29, 2026 1:40 PM

Gandhinagar/New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Gujarat’s tableau, presented at the 77th Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, has secured first place in the Popular Choice Award category for the fourth consecutive year.

‘Completely wrong’: Cong as BKTC proposes ban on non-Hindus from entering Dham, temples

IANS | January 27, 2026 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) After the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) announced that they are planning to ban non-Hindus from entering the Badrinath–Kedarnath Dham and other temples under its control, the Congress on Tuesday termed the decision 'completely wrong.'

Padma Shri award an encouragement to work with more dedication: Santoor maestro Pt Tarun Bhattacharya

IANS | January 26, 2026 7:12 PM

Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) Renowned Santoor maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, who has been honoured with the Padma Shri this year, on Monday thanked the Central government for recognising his contribution to Indian classical music and said that the prestigious award would inspire him to work with greater dedication.

Powerful display of national pride: PM Modi on R-Day parade

IANS | January 26, 2026 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Following the 77th Republic Day parade on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared glimpses of the celebrations from the Kartavya Path and said that the magnificent display showcased the strength of India's democracy and national pride.

Alwar's Bhapang maestro Gafruddin Mewati Jogi honoured with Padma Shri after 38 years of dedication

IANS | January 26, 2026 12:17 AM

Alwar, Jan 26 (IANS) The announcement of the prestigious Padma Shri award for renowned Bhapang player Gafruddin Mewati Jogi from Alwar has brought a wave of joy to his family and local community.

Fortunate to be connected with cultural families: Padma awardee Kailash Chandra Pant

IANS | January 25, 2026 10:22 PM

Sagar/ New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Eminent writer of Hindi literature and educationalist Kailash Chandra Pant (89) from Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar is among those names who have been approved for the Padma Shri, the country’s second-highest civilian award for 2026.

Culture

Gujarat Governor discusses investment, cultural cooperation with Lankan leaders in Colombo

Exposition of Devnimori Buddha relics to highlight India-Sri Lanka spiritual bond

Vadodara: Guinness World Record recognises mass recital at Mahant Swami Maharaj's 92nd birthday celebrations

Sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha travel to Sri Lanka as India bolsters spiritual ties across borders

R-Day 2026: Gujarat tableau wins popular choice award for fourth year in a row

‘Completely wrong’: Cong as BKTC proposes ban on non-Hindus from entering Dham, temples

Padma Shri award an encouragement to work with more dedication: Santoor maestro Pt Tarun Bhattacharya

Powerful display of national pride: PM Modi on R-Day parade

Alwar's Bhapang maestro Gafruddin Mewati Jogi honoured with Padma Shri after 38 years of dedication

Fortunate to be connected with cultural families: Padma awardee Kailash Chandra Pant

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