Republic Day is an opportunity to celebrate India’s extraordinary success across more than seven decades of independence. Since Independence, India has drawn on the vitality and diligence of its people to build a modern nation defined by innovation and success. On our shared national days, we also have an opportunity to celebrate the depth of […]
The inaugural Republic Day parade was held in 1950 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. By N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe As the 75th anniversary of India’s Republic Day approaches, the country gets ready to commemorate this historic day by showcasing the country’s military strength, rich cultural diversity, unity, achievement and progress. Going back […]
New York, Jan 24 Non-Covid-19-related deaths among people with diabetes increased during the pandemic, and women and children suffered more from related complications, according to a global study review published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology. The review, commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) looked at 138 studies comparing pre-pandemic to during pandemic periods […]
London, Jan 24 (IANS) Three Indian scientists are among the nine recipients of this year’s Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the UK for their pioneering work in the fields of chemical, physical, and life sciences. Professors Rahul R. Nair, Mehul Malik, Dr Tanmay Bharat, and others will be honoured and receive grants totaling 480,000 […]
BAPS cherishes a long history with Shri Ram Mandir since 1953. Pramukh Swami Maharaj performed the pujan of the first Shri Ram Shila for the mandir’s foundation in 1989. In 2020, the present spiritual head of the BAPS, His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj performed the Shilanyas pujan of Shri Ram Mandir. BAPS continued its support […]
New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) As the US sounded the 60th quadrennial presidential poll bugle for 2024, close to 20 candidates jumped the fray from both sides of the campaign, amid tensions over the country’s economy, abortion, war, democracy and foreign policy. Of these, four Indian-Americans threw their hats in the ring with the community […]
Los Angeles, Jan 23 The race to the 96th annual Academy Awards has picked up the momentum. On Tuesday, the nominations for the upcoming edition of the Oscars were announced. The biggest disappointment comes in the form of the Greta Gerwig directorial ‘Barbie’ as it failed to get nominated in the Best Director and Actress […]
Guwahati, Jan 23 (IANS) A case has been filed in Assam against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, K.C. Venugopal, Kanhaiya Kumar and others on charges of violence, provocation and damage to public property, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. Taking to his X handle, Sarma wrote, “With reference to wanton acts of violence, provocation, […]
Mumbai, Jan 22 Actress Alia Bhatt, who attended the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Ayodhya’s Ram temple on Monday, wore a saree which featured captivating Ramayana-themed border, adorned with intricate embroidery depicting pictures of Lord Ram, sacred Ram Setu, adding a touch of cultural richness to the occasion. Alia was accompanied by her husband and actor […]
Mumbai, Jan 22 As the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple was held in Ayodhya on Monday, several stars from the Hindi and southern film industries were seen attending the event. To make occasion memorable, Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor, his wife Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, his wife Katrina Kaif, Ayushmann Khurrana, and directors Rohit […]