Kerala HC orders detailed probe into Sabarimala controversy

IANS | September 29, 2025 12:50 PM

Kochi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Kerala High Court on Monday directed a detailed investigation into the long-standing controversy over the gold plating of the Dwarapalaka idol at the famed Sabarimala temple, emphasising the need for thorough scrutiny and transparency.

‘Viksit Bharat Run’ in Guyana endorses sustainability, global peace

IANS | September 29, 2025 11:31 AM

Georgetown, Sep 29 (IANS) The Indian High Commission and Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Guyana organised the Viksit Bharat Run in Georgetown as part of ‘Seva Parv’ observance from September 17 to October 2, promoting the message of service to the nation and reinforcing commitment to work towards sustainability, environmental conservation and global peace.

Karur stampede: TN govt appoints new investigation officer

IANS | September 29, 2025 10:35 AM

Chennai, Sep 29 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government on Monday appointed Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Premanandan as the new investigating officer to lead the probe into the devastating stampede during the rally of TVK president and actor Vijay in Karur.

Navratri: Devotees flock to temples to worship Mahagauri in Varanasi

IANS | September 29, 2025 10:33 AM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) On the sacred occasion of Saptami, the seventh day of Sharadiya Navratri, the spiritual city of Varanasi witnessed an extraordinary expression of devotion as thousands of devotees gathered to worship Goddess Mahagauri, a revered form of Goddess Durga.