Adani Group, ISKCON serve devotion with nutrition during Puri Rath Yatra

IANS | June 30, 2025 4:24 PM

Puri, June 30 (IANS) The sacred Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri continues to transform the spiritual landscape of India, drawing millions of devotees from across the country and around the world. But in 2025, this grand celebration of faith took on a deeper resonance—a powerful confluence of devotion, service, and social responsibility.

Sculpture is not a destination -- it is a lifelong journey of learning, says Naresh Kumar Kumawat

Sukant Deepak | June 30, 2025 3:53 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Be it creating the world's tallest statue of Lord Shiva in Rajasthan, sculpting the intricate 'Samudra Manthan' inside the new Parliament building, the Namo Ghat in Varanasi, the multi-layered statue of B.R. Ambedkar, and the only statue of Nishad Raj alongside Lord Ram (Shringverpur in Uttar Pradesh); for artist Naresh Kumar Kumawat, who has created more than 3,000 sculptures, with hundreds across 80 countries, innovation and an aspiration to merge heritage with modernity has always been a priority.

Every govt scheme reflects spirit of service inspired by Acharya Vidyanand’s teachings: Jain community

IANS | June 28, 2025 5:21 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attended the inaugural ceremony of the year-long centenary celebrations marking the 100th birth anniversary of Acharya Vidyanand Ji Maharaj, members of the Jain community described the event as a moment of pride, saying that every government scheme reflects the spirit of service inspired by the Acharya’s teachings.

Gautam Adani, family attend Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri

IANS | June 28, 2025 3:12 PM

Puri, June 28 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, along with his wife Priti Adani and son Karan Adani, on Saturday participated in the annual Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri. The Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra is one of India's most revered religious festivals.

Sri Lankan ministers, cricketers join yoga enthusiasts for IDY celebrations

IANS | June 21, 2025 3:58 PM

Colombo, June 21 (IANS) On the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), various Sri Lankan Ministers, Parliamentarians, cricket legends, cultural icons, and several locals gathered at the iconic Independence Square in Colombo to practice yoga, highlighting its significance in promoting a healthy lifestyle.