People in open-defecation free village in Dhanbad thank PM Modi

IANS | November 4, 2024 7:26 AM

Dhanbad, Nov 3 (IANS) Staying true to the vision and mission of PM Narendra Modi-led Central government in making the nation Open Defecation Free (ODF) plus by 2025 under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II, nearly all villages in Baliapur block in Dhanbad district of Jharkhand have been declared ODF for which the village locals have expressed gratitude towards the Prime Minister.

Mahakumbh 2025: Grand procession of Akharas marks entry into Kumbh City

IANS | November 3, 2024 9:44 PM

Prayagraj, Nov 3 (IANS) The grand procession of 13 Akharas, a profound symbol of public faith, has commenced its entry into Kumbh City for the Mahakumbh 2025, set to be held in January in Prayagraj. The Shri Panchdashnam Juna Akhara marked its magnificent entry on Sunday, reflecting the Yogi Adityanath government's commitment to hosting a grand and meticulously organised Mahakumbh.

Ban on Muslim vendors at Kumbh Mela is unfair and divisive, says Maulana Razvi

IANS | November 3, 2024 8:56 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi, President of All India Muslim Jamaat, has slammed the Akhara Parishad's proposal to prohibit Muslims from trading at the upcoming Kumbh Mela. Reacting to this, Razvi said that he wants the Kumbh to proceed peacefully and expressed concern that the Akhara Parishad's decision could deepen anxieties among crores of people in India.

Himachal transforming lives of marginalised communities

IANS | November 3, 2024 4:03 PM

Shimla, Nov 3 (IANS) Aiming to transform lives of eight lakh individuals with social security initiatives, the Himachal Pradesh government on Sunday said that it is transforming the lives of marginalised communities through a series of welfare programmes.