Kheda (Gujarat), May 20 (IANS) The historic Dakor Railway Station in Gujarat’s Kheda district has received a transformative facelift under the Central government’s Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, drawing appreciation from both locals and pilgrims.
Varanasi, May 19 (IANS) In the spiritual heart of India, where the Ganga flows and temples echo with chants, a unique fusion of tradition and technology is taking shape. National award-winning pink enamel artisan Kunj Bihari Singh, based in Varanasi’s Visheshwarganj area, has crafted an exquisite replica of the BrahMos missile - a symbol of India's pride in its defence capabilities - using the ancient art of meenakari (pink enamelling).
Georgetown, May 19 (IANS) A towering 16-foot 'murti' (statue) of Lord Hanuman has been installed in Essequibo Coast of Guyana's Sparta, at the Seeta Ram Radhey Shyam Mandir as a symbol of faith, friendship and firm resolve.
Jodhpur, May 16 (IANS) In a significant move to promote local industries, the Central government has selected Jodhpur’s world-renowned handicraft wooden furniture under the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative. The scheme aims to identify and promote a unique product from each district of India, encouraging balanced regional development and strengthening local economies.
New York, May 16 (IANS) The Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations in New York commemorated the International Day of Vesak on Friday with a distinguished panel discussion titled 'Teachings of Gautama Buddha – a Path to Internal and Global Peace.'
United Nations, May 15 (IANS) Buddha's principle of the middle path is relevant in today's time of global uncertainty, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, P. Harish, said here at the commemoration of Vesak.
Chamoli, May 12 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the sacred opening of the gates of Shri Latu Devta Temple in Latu Dham, located in the Wan village of Chamoli district. The event, which was held on Monday, began with traditional rituals and prayers. This marked the commencement of the summer season of the temple.
New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended his best wishes to citizens on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, highlighting that the life and teachings of Lord Buddha will always guide the world towards compassion and peace.
Chennai, May 6 (IANS) A swift and coordinated effort by the Tamil Nadu Police's Idol Wing-CID has successfully halted the auction of a precious temple idol stolen from the state 15 years ago.
Bhubaneswar, May 5 (IANS) Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the newly consecrated Jagannath Temple at Digha in West Bengal, King of Puri Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb, the "Adya-sevak" or First Servitor of Lord Jagannatha, on Monday urged the authorities of Digha Temple to desist from using ‘Jagannath Dham’ and honour the age-old traditions and heritage of Moola-peetha Shreemandira at Puri.
