Scholars, students hail Gyan Bharatam Portal as ‘historic step’ in preserving ancient knowledge

IANS | September 12, 2025 10:24 PM

New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) The launch of the Gyan Bharatam Portal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been hailed as a landmark achievement in preserving and promoting India’s vast manuscript heritage. The portal aims to digitally catalogue, preserve, and share India’s priceless ancient knowledge contained in millions of manuscripts, many of which have been scattered across the world.

PM Modi to launch portal on manuscript digitisation today

IANS | September 12, 2025 6:42 AM

New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the Gyan Bharatam Portal on Friday at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, kickstarting discussions on revitalising India’s rich manuscript heritage at an international conference on traditional knowledge.

Radha Soami Dera Beas chief leads flood relief efforts in Punjab's Jalandhar

IANS | September 10, 2025 2:59 PM

Jalandhar, Sep 10 (IANS) Radha Soami Satsang Beas chief Gurinder Singh Dhillon on Wednesday actively spearheaded relief efforts for families devastated by the ongoing floods in Punjab. The Dera has remained unwavering in its commitment to supporting those affected, mobilising resources and volunteers across the state.

Delhi: Jal-Jhulni, Ganpati Visarjan celebrated with devotion at Akshardham temple

IANS | September 3, 2025 4:22 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) The iconic Akshardham Temple in Delhi came alive with colours of devotion and festivity on Wednesday as it hosted the annual Jal-Jhulni Ekadashi celebrations alongside the Ganpati Visarjan ceremony. The twin events drew sadhus, religious leaders, and a large gathering of devotees who joined in rituals marked by grandeur and spiritual fervour.