Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 23 (IANS) Former Sabarimala Administrative Officer Murari Babu, who was taken into custody by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with the gold misappropriation case on Wednesday night, has been arrested after several hours of questioning, said officials here on Thursday.
New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The Indian Railways plans to run 1,500 special trains during the next five days with an average of 300 specials per day to cater to the surge in passengers ahead of Chhath festivities, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.
Colombo, Oct 22 (IANS) China's approach towards Buddhism in Tibet depends on three interconnected levers - co-opting religious institutions, building a state-centred narrative and projecting influence internationally. These levers are aimed to reduce Tibet Buddhism to a a manageable part of the state's political structure. The CCP's levers of control showcase impressive reach but fragile depth, a report stated on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) Continuing India’s timeless festival traditions, the celebrations of Annakut and Govardhan Puja were held with joy and fervour at Swaminarayan Akshardham Mandir on Wednesday. Thousands of devotees and visitors gathered at the temple premises with deep devotion and faith to be part of this divine occasion.
Ahmedabad, Oct 22 (IANS) At the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Shahibaug, Ahmedabad, priests, seers and devotees devoutly offered a grand Annakut comprising over 1,200 dishes to Lord Krishna on the occasion of Govardhan Puja on Wednesday.
Gandhinagar, Oct 22 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel extended greetings to all citizens of Gujarat on the first day of Vikram Samvat 2082 – the Hindu calendar that marks the beginning of the New Year in the Indian sub-continent.
New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) Govardhan Puja, a festival deeply rooted in Indian tradition and spirituality, was celebrated across the country on Wednesday with immense fervour and unwavering faith. From the vibrant heartlands of Rajasthan to Uttar Pradesh, the spirit of devotion united millions in celebration.
Los Angeles, Oct 22 (IANS) Highlighting the India-US friendship and celebrating cultural harmony, the Los Angeles City Hall hosted an event for members of the Indian diaspora and the Consulate General of India on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.
Pamba, Oct 22 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu, on her first visit to the famed Sabarimala temple in Kerala, prayed before the deity on Wednesday after arriving by road at the foothills of the temple town in Pamba and then driving up the hill.
Sabarimala, Oct 22 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has seized the Travancore Devasom Board’s minutes book from 2019, which contained the decision to hand over the gold sheets and plating materials to now-arrested Unnikrishnan Potti.
