Mahakumbh 2025: Sanitation workers laud PM Modi's gesture of washing their feet

IANS | December 19, 2024 10:54 PM

Prayagraj, Dec 19 (IANS) Ahead of the grand preparations being made for Maha Kumbh scheduled to be held in Uttar Pradesh's ancient city early next year here, sanitation workers or 'safai Karamcharis' have praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gesture of felicitating them by washing their feet at the Kumbh Mela held in 2019.

Temples promote stupidity, schools rationality: RJD MLA

IANS | December 16, 2024 9:44 PM

Patna, Dec 16 (IANS) Known for making controversial statements, RJD MLA Fateh Bahadur Singh on Monday once again sparked controversy, saying that while temples promote stupidity, it is the schools which promote rationality.

Lessons from Bangladesh: Liberation of 1971 & Hindu genocide (IANS Analysis)

Vinay Nalwa | December 15, 2024 5:17 PM

New Delhi, Dec 15 (IANS) December 16 holds a significant place in South Asian history, marking not only the anniversary of the Bangladesh Liberation but also a defining moment that reshaped the region’s political and social landscape. This day commemorates the struggle for independence, but it also serves as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made in the fight for a new nation.