Devotees throng Varanasi on first Monday of Shravan

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:29 AM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) On the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan, also known as Sawan, a spiritual wave swept across Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi as lakhs of devotees gathered at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple to perform 'Jalabhishek' and offer prayers.

First day of Sawan: Devotees throng temples in Kashi, Haridwar

IANS | July 11, 2025 8:11 AM

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) The sacred month of Sawan began on Friday with an overwhelming display of devotion across major pilgrimage sites, as thousands of Lord Shiva devotees lined up to offer prayers and perform 'jal abhishek' at temples.

PM Modi joins in on Namibian drums during ceremonial welcome in Windhoek

IANS | July 9, 2025 12:42 PM

Windhoek, July 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm and vibrant traditional welcome upon his arrival in Windhoek, Namibia, as part of the final leg of his five-nation tour. The welcome ceremony included traditional music and dance and to the surprise of onlookers, PM Modi enthusiastically joined local performers and played the Namibian drums.