Manjusha art with GI tag becomes major source of women’s self-reliance

IANS | March 10, 2026 8:30 PM

Bhagalpur (Bihar), March 10 (IANS) The traditional Manjusha art of Bihar's Bhagalpur, which received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag five years ago, has emerged as a major source of livelihood for women and helped the folk art gain wider national and international recognition.

NRAI urges restaurants to reduce LPG use as Iran war hits supply chain

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:52 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) on Tuesday urged its members to reduce LPG consumption by focusing on menus that require lower gas usage or shorter cooking cycles and also look at electric gadgets as alternatives for cooking wherever feasible.

Ajmer Sharif delegation extends condolences at Iran Embassy, Cultural Centre​

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:50 PM

Jaipur, March 10 (IANS) A delegation from the Dargah of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishty (Garib Nawaz), Ajmer Sharif, and other prominent Dargahs of India visited the Iran Cultural House in New Delhi and the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran to convey heartfelt condolences on the martyrdom of His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Imam Ali Khamenei.​

Zakaria Street in Kolkata turns into vibrant food hub during Ramadan

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:16 PM

Kolkata, March 10 (IANS) The iconic Zakaria Street in central Kolkata transforms into a bustling culinary hotspot during the holy month of Ramadan, drawing thousands of visitors every evening who gather to savour a wide array of traditional delicacies and soak in the festive atmosphere.