Spiritual infrastructure: How the Kumbh inspires India's leadership story

Gautam Adani | January 27, 2025 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) In the vast landscape of human gatherings, nothing quite compares to the Kumbh Mela. As a company, we have been deeply engaged this year in the Mela -- and, every single time I have a discussion on this subject, I am humbled by the vision our forefathers had. As someone who has built ports, airports and energy networks across India, I find myself astonished by this magnificent demonstration of what I call "spiritual infrastructure" -- a force that has sustained our civilization for millennia.

Furore over Dalwai's comments on Maha Kumbh sparks mixed reactions from political leaders

IANS | January 27, 2025 3:11 PM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Senior Maharashtra Congress leader Husain Dalwai's comments on the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh have sparked mixed reactions from both Shiv Sena and the Congress. While Shiv Sena leaders have demanded an apology for his remarks, the Congress has defended Dalwai, asserting that his statement holds the truth.

Maha Kumbh unique symbol of uninterrupted flow of Sanatan culture: Amit Shah

IANS | January 27, 2025 11:10 AM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Ahead of visiting Prayagraj on Monday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Maha Kumbh is a unique symbol of the uninterrupted flow of Sanatan culture and he was eager to take a dip in the confluence and seek the blessings.

Amit Shah to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip in Triveni Sangam

IANS | January 27, 2025 9:54 AM

Prayagraj, Jan 27 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to attend the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Monday, where he will take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers.

Boxer Mary Kom attends Maha Kumbh, shares her experience of first visit to Sangam

IANS | January 26, 2025 4:53 PM

Prayagraj, Jan 26 (IANS) Boxer and Olympic medalist MC Mary Kom visited the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj on Sunday and shared her experience of attending the religious congregation for the first time.

'Very happy with 2nd Padma Shri award to family': Ram Mandir architect Chandrakant Sompura

IANS | January 26, 2025 4:23 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Chandrakant Sompura, the renowned architect behind the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, has been honoured with the Padma Shri award for his monumental contributions to architecture. In response to the prestigious recognition, Sompura expressed his happiness and pride, not just for himself, but also for his family, as this is the second such award bestowed upon them.

Gautam Adani's heartfelt post on Mahakumbh: 'Service is God, blessings of Ganga be with us all'

IANS | January 24, 2025 10:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, recently visited the Mahakumbh with his family. He has shared a post on X about his experience during his visit to Prayagraj.

Artists praise cultural event held at Art of Living ashram in Bengaluru

IANS | January 24, 2025 8:47 AM

Bengaluru, Jan 24 (IANS) Several artists, musicians, and dancers across the country performed in the cultural event held at one of the ashrams of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a spiritual leader and founder of The Art of Living Foundation, a humanitarian and educational non-governmental organisation, in Bengaluru.

Rambhadracharya on Mahakumbh: The sacred dip brings immense benefits

IANS | January 23, 2025 10:26 PM

Prayagraj, Jan 23 (IANS) Jagadguru Rambhadracharya has emphasised the immense significance of Mahakumbh in an exclusive conversation with IANS here on Thursday.

Varanasi launches 'Maha Kumbh Pathshala' in primary schools, awaring children with spiritual legacy

IANS | January 23, 2025 7:53 PM

Varanasi, Jan 23 (IANS) In an innovative move, the Varanasi administration has introduced the Maha Kumbh Pathshala initiative, aiming to educate young minds about the historical and religious significance of the Kumbh Melas. As part of this initiative, primary school students in Varanasi have been provided with a 10-page booklet detailing the importance of various Kumbhs held across India, including the Maha Kumbh.

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Spiritual infrastructure: How the Kumbh inspires India's leadership story

Furore over Dalwai's comments on Maha Kumbh sparks mixed reactions from political leaders

Maha Kumbh unique symbol of uninterrupted flow of Sanatan culture: Amit Shah

Amit Shah to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip in Triveni Sangam

Boxer Mary Kom attends Maha Kumbh, shares her experience of first visit to Sangam

'Very happy with 2nd Padma Shri award to family': Ram Mandir architect Chandrakant Sompura

Gautam Adani's heartfelt post on Mahakumbh: 'Service is God, blessings of Ganga be with us all'

Artists praise cultural event held at Art of Living ashram in Bengaluru

Rambhadracharya on Mahakumbh: The sacred dip brings immense benefits

Varanasi launches 'Maha Kumbh Pathshala' in primary schools, awaring children with spiritual legacy

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