Jodhpur’s handicraft furniture selected under 'One District One Product' scheme

IANS | May 16, 2025 10:16 PM

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.

CM Dhami vows to develop Uttarakhand as spiritual capital of India

IANS | May 12, 2025 8:21 PM

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.

Puri King urges authorities to desist from naming new Digha temple as 'Jagannath Dham'

IANS | May 5, 2025 11:30 PM

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.