Gujarat to celebrate World Sanskrit Day with 3-day cultural events focused on language revival

IANS | August 4, 2025 9:47 PM

Gandhinagar, Aug 4 (IANS) Gujarat will celebrate World Sanskrit Day with a three-day festival from August 6 to 8, featuring a Sanskrit Gaurav Yatra (Pride Parade), Sambhashan Divas (Spoken Sanskrit Day), and Sahitya Divas (Literature Day). The events will coincide with the larger Sanskrit Week observed across India, culminating in World Sanskrit Day on August 9.

Kashi's name echoing across world: GI expert Padma Shri Rajni Kant

IANS | August 3, 2025 1:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 3 (IANS) In the heart of India's cultural capital, Kashi (Varanasi), a silent revolution is unfolding, powered by the vision of 'Local to Vocal' championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Yogi Adityanath reaches Varanasi ahead of PM Modi’s visit, performs puja at Kashi temples

IANS | August 1, 2025 11:00 PM

Varanasi, Aug 1 (IANS) A day ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his parliamentary constituency, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath arrived in Varanasi on Friday evening and offered prayers at two of the city's most revered shrines — the Kaal Bhairav temple and the Kashi Vishwanath temple.

Varanasi: Muslim women craft 'Operation Sindoor'-themed rakhis for PM Modi ahead of Raksha Bandhan

IANS | July 30, 2025 5:12 PM

Varanasi, July 30 (IANS) As Raksha Bandhan is almost here, sisters across the nation are busy preparing rakhis for their brothers. In a heartwarming and symbolic gesture, Muslim women in Varanasi on Wednesday have created special rakhis themed around 'Operation Sindoor' and sent them to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express gratitude and solidarity.

PM Modi welcomes return of sacred Piprahwa relics after 127 years

IANS | July 30, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the return of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha to India after 127 years, terming it a moment of immense pride and joy for the nation.

Statue of Maharishi Valmiki, author of Ramayana, inaugurated in Italy

IANS | July 29, 2025 6:43 PM

Rome, July 29 (IANS) A statue of Maharshi Valmiki, the revered sage who authored the epic Ramayana in Sanskrit, was unveiled at Camporotondo in Italy, by the Indian Ambassador of India to Italy, Vani Rao, and Mayor Massimiliano Micucci.

Transforming young lives through eternal culture: BAPS begins Sanskrit learning initiative

IANS | July 29, 2025 5:30 PM

New Delhi, July 29 (IANS) In a world filled with distractions and entertainment overload, inculcating cultural values in children is both a challenge and necessity.

3rd Sawan Somwar: Massive turnout of devotees at Kashi Vishwanath and other Lord Shiva temples

IANS | July 28, 2025 11:06 AM

New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) Devotees across the country thronged Lord Shiva temples with deep devotion and enthusiasm on the third Sawan Somwar, offering Jalabhishek and prayers.

Gangaikonda Cholapuram committee hails announcement of grand statues for Chola emperors

IANS | July 27, 2025 8:50 PM

Chennai, July 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday offered prayers at the ancient Shiva temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu and also announced that grand statues of Chola emperors Rajaraja Chola and Rajendra Chola will be erected to honour their contributions to Indian history and culture.

Saputara Monsoon festival to begin from tomorrow

IANS | July 25, 2025 5:53 PM

Gandhinagar, July 25 (IANS) Gujarat's only hill station, Saputara, is all set to host the Saputara Monsoon Festival 2025 from July 26 to August 17, transforming the Dang district into a celebration of tribal heritage.

Culture

Gujarat to celebrate World Sanskrit Day with 3-day cultural events focused on language revival

Kashi's name echoing across world: GI expert Padma Shri Rajni Kant

Yogi Adityanath reaches Varanasi ahead of PM Modi’s visit, performs puja at Kashi temples

Varanasi: Muslim women craft 'Operation Sindoor'-themed rakhis for PM Modi ahead of Raksha Bandhan

PM Modi welcomes return of sacred Piprahwa relics after 127 years

Statue of Maharishi Valmiki, author of Ramayana, inaugurated in Italy

Transforming young lives through eternal culture: BAPS begins Sanskrit learning initiative

3rd Sawan Somwar: Massive turnout of devotees at Kashi Vishwanath and other Lord Shiva temples

Gangaikonda Cholapuram committee hails announcement of grand statues for Chola emperors

Saputara Monsoon festival to begin from tomorrow

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