Kolkata: The West Bengal government has decided to remove the word “Dham” from the name of the Jagannath complex in Digha, citing respect for the Jagannath Dham in Puri. Speaking at a Rath Yatra programme in Tamluk on Thursday, Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari said the facility in the seaside town will now be Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a telephone conversation with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and conveyed his condolences on the passing of the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Paying tribute to the late leader, Prime Minister Modi described him as the chief architect Read More…
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday alleged that the supply of E20 petrol is causing injustice to consumers and urged people to unite against the issue. In a video message, Mann called on citizens to sign a petition demanding that the BJP-led Central Government address the concerns surrounding E20 fuel. He claimed that Read More…
Kochi: The much-awaited Kochi-Lakshadweep seaplane service will be inaugurated on July 19, with regular commercial operations commencing from July 20. Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu will inaugurate the service after the successful completion of trial flights. The seaplane service is aimed at improving connectivity to Lakshadweep and boosting tourism. It will be India’s Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared an article written by President Droupadi Murmu, in which she reflects on her lifelong devotion to Lord Jagannath. In the article, President Murmu recounts her childhood memories, spiritual experiences and the deep faith that has shaped her life. She also writes about the grandeur of the Read More…
Kochi: Shigella infection has been confirmed in people who fell ill after consuming food from Al Reem Hotel in Kochi. The bacteria was detected in samples collected from three patients receiving treatment. Following the incident, the North Police registered a case against the hotel, while the Food Safety Department ordered its closure. A total of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala’s power crisis has intensified, with load shedding expected to continue across the state. Power Minister Sunny Joseph said the situation has worsened due to rising electricity consumption, reduced hydropower generation following weak rainfall, and the obligation to return borrowed power. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that there is little chance of Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings on the occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra, describing it as a symbol of India’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. He wished for peace, prosperity, good health and unity in society, saying the festival reflects humility, collective participation and selfless service. The world-famous Rath Yatra began in Puri, Read More…
New Delhi: Ladakh-based environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk entered the 18th day of his indefinite hunger strike on Wednesday, with leaders from several political parties visiting him at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to express solidarity. Wangchuk, who is demanding action on issues concerning Ladakh, remains under 24-hour medical supervision. According to the latest medical bulletin, Read More…
Puri: Internationally acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a spectacular sand sculpture featuring 100 miniature sand chariots on Puri beach in Odisha ahead of the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, which begins on Thursday. The installation, unveiled to the public on Wednesday, showcases a giant sand idol of Lord Jagannath surrounded by 100 Read More…