Puri King writes letter to ISKCON to postpone untimely celebrations of Ratha Yatra

IANS | October 29, 2024 11:22 PM

Bhubaneswar, Oct 29 (IANS) Following widespread uproar over the proposed untimely celebration of Snana Yatra and Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Houston in U.S., the Puri King Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb on Tuesday wrote letter to the authorities of ISKCON urging the organisation to postpone the performance of the sacred festivals on the proposed dates of November 3rd and 9th respectively which is contrary to the scriptural injunctions.

Diwali: TN govt declares half-day holiday for educational institutions on Oct 30

IANS | October 29, 2024 4:39 PM

Chennai, Oct 29 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has declared a half-day holiday for schools and colleges on Wednesday (October 30) for Diwali festivities.

BAPS chief Mahant Swami Maharaj gives Sant Diksha to 37 educated youths

IANS | October 26, 2024 12:03 AM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) A Sant Diksha ceremony for the initiation of 37 educated youths was held at BAPS Akshar Mandir in Gujarat's Gondal. The ceremony was led by Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan (BAPS) president Mahant Swami Maharaj.

Gyanvapi case: Varanasi court rejects Hindu side’s plea for additional ASI survey

IANS | October 25, 2024 7:27 PM

Varanasi, Oct 25 (IANS) In a setback to petitioners representing the Hindu side, a court in Varanasi on Friday rejected a plea seeking additional survey by the Archaeological Survey of India at the Gyanvapi complex.

Pakistan religious leader writes letter to President Zardari, expresses concern at Zakir Naik's 'anti-Christian' remarks

IANS | October 25, 2024 7:00 AM

Sahiwal (Pakistan), Oct 25 (IANS) Reverend Azad Marshall, President Bishop of the Synod, the Church of Pakistan, Reverend Azad Marshall, in a recent letter to President Asif Ali Zardari, expressed his concern regarding the remarks made by controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik about the Christian community and their faith during his recent visit to the country as a state guest.

Kedarnath Yatra laced with chaos and disorder; administration's indifference adds to woes

Gangesh Thakur | October 24, 2024 9:02 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Kedarnath Yatra is one of the most-revered Hindu pilgrimages which is undertaken by many devotees every year despite challenges arising due to inclement weather conditions. Even this year, though adverse weather conditions came as an obstacle for the pilgrims, the Yatra towards Kedarnath Temple resumed as soon as the weather turned conducive.

Haryana: Demand for pottery on rise this Diwali, Chinese goods take backseat

IANS | October 24, 2024 8:16 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) With Diwali celebrations on the horizon, the markets and shopping plazas are filled with lights, decorative items and other accessory items. However, one remarkable feature this Diwali is the spike in demand for potteries instead of Chinese-made goods and fancy lights.

Planning a Kedarnath-Badrinath trip? Ensure your wallet and luck are ready!

IANS | October 24, 2024 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Char Dham Yatra cannot be without problems and difficulties for an average person who does not have a VIP or VVIP connection. Such ordinary persons should keep this in mind while proceeding on the Kedarnath-Badrinath pilgrimage.

SC stays NCPCR recommendation to end madrasas funding

IANS | October 21, 2024 1:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) The Supreme Court, in an interim order passed on Monday, stayed a National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) recommendation asking all states and Union Territories to discontinue funding for Madrasa Boards.

PM Modi in Varanasi tomorrow, to inaugurate eye hospital and launch other projects (Lead)

IANS | October 19, 2024 9:53 PM

Varanasi, Oct 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, on Sunday inaugurate or lay foundation stones of 23 projects worth Rs 6,611.18 crore.

Religion

Puri King writes letter to ISKCON to postpone untimely celebrations of Ratha Yatra

Diwali: TN govt declares half-day holiday for educational institutions on Oct 30

BAPS chief Mahant Swami Maharaj gives Sant Diksha to 37 educated youths

Gyanvapi case: Varanasi court rejects Hindu side’s plea for additional ASI survey

Pakistan religious leader writes letter to President Zardari, expresses concern at Zakir Naik's 'anti-Christian' remarks

Kedarnath Yatra laced with chaos and disorder; administration's indifference adds to woes

Haryana: Demand for pottery on rise this Diwali, Chinese goods take backseat

Planning a Kedarnath-Badrinath trip? Ensure your wallet and luck are ready!

SC stays NCPCR recommendation to end madrasas funding

PM Modi in Varanasi tomorrow, to inaugurate eye hospital and launch other projects (Lead)

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