Tirupati, Jan 9 (IANS) Six devotees including five women were killed and 29 others were injured in stampedes at three places during the sale of Tirumala temple darshan tickets in Tirupati on Wednesday night.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) A 5-judge Bench of the Supreme Court is set to consider on Thursday the batch of review pleas filed against its October 2023 verdict refusing to grant any legal recognition to same-sex and queer couples.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8 (IANS) This year's Mahakumbh is showcasing the cultural influence of the North-Eastern states, with a special focus on the tradition of Satradhikars in Assam, where rituals will be conducted based on the Assamese Namghar culture. The northeastern saints are participating in the Mahakumbh for the first time this year.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress, who were alliance partners in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, are contesting the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections separately. They not only snapped ties for the ensuing Assembly polls but are also firing pointed volleys at each other.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8 (IANS) Prayagraj, believed to be the king of pilgrimages, is ready to welcome the devotees and pilgrims for the Mahakumbh 2025, from across the globe. Preparations have been made to roll out a red carpet for them when they enter the holy town. The devotees will be greeted by 14 Ratnas from Samudra Manthan, when they visit Mahakumbh Nagar for taking a ‘holy snan’.
Puri, Jan 8 (IANS) The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) began in Bhubaneshwar on Wednesday and will continue till January 10. Over next two days, it will see participation of many acclaimed and esteemed NRIs and people of Indian origin.
Ranchi, Jan 7 (IANS) The 18-day-long National Khadi and Saras Mahotsav concluded on Tuesday at Morabadi Ground in Ranchi.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Pranab Mukherjee's daughter Sharmistha Mukherjee on Tuesday took to social media platform X to inform that the Central government has approved a designated site for the erection of samadhi (memorial) for the late former President.
Rajouri, Jan 7 (IANS) The long-cherished dream of people in the city is coming true as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) is moving closer to completion in the border district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Shimla, Jan 7 (IANS) A handloom enterprise by women residents of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh has become a beacon of hope for many fellow villagers. The initiative has become a talking point in the region with many taking inspiration from it.
