No police nod for CJP’s Parl march; security tightened in Delhi
New Delhi: Security has been further intensified across the New Delhi district ahead of the Monsoon session of Parliament and the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) proposed “Chalo Sansad” march. The Delhi police deployed additional personnel, strengthened barricading and is conducting intensive vehicle checks at key entry points, sources said on Sunday. Police sources mentioned that…
Skyroot takes off
Skyroot Aerospace’s successful Vikram-1 launch is much more than a corporate milestone. It is a defining moment in Bharat’s journey from being a space-faring nation to becoming a space innovation powerhouse. For decades, Bharat’s space story was synonymous with the remarkable achievements of ISRO. Today, that story has evolved. A vibrant ecosystem of private enterprises,…
Road accidents: not individual negligence, but a challenge to public health and good governance
India is among the world’s most affected countries by road accidents. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, approximately 177,000 people died in road accidents in 2024. This number is no less than that of any natural disaster or epidemic. Every day, hundreds of families lose a loved one, thousands are permanently disabled,…
Inflation, dual incomes and the changing family
In almost every middle-class household today, the concerns are strikingly similar. The cost of educating children has become staggering, owning a home feels like an increasingly distant dream, healthcare expenses continue to rise, and inflation steadily eats into monthly budgets. For many families, even two salaries seem barely enough to maintain a comfortable standard of…
From illusion to immortality
The timeless spirit and grandeur of Bharat Varsha have been shaped by its sages, seers, and spiritual seekers, whose wisdom and selfless lives laid the foundation of one of the world’s oldest and most enduring civilizations. Their teachings nurtured a culture that harmonized material progress with moral and spiritual values, inspiring generations to uphold truth,…
The Living Flame of consciousness and sacrifice
Lakshmanrao Upadhyayula In the measured cadence of Anuṣṭup, the sage Bhārgava Somahuti invokes Agni not merely as a physical fire, but as the luminous principle of awakened consciousness that dwells within and beyond all beings. Agni is addressed as the eternal father, the primordial guardian who is born again and again to preserve the lineage…
The Lament of Subhadra and the Consolation of Sri Krishna
Sanjaya said: On the eve of Arjuna’s resolve, there came a time when he approached Krishna with humility and devotion, beseeching him to relieve Draupadi, Subhadra, and Uttara from the crushing burden of grief. Then, for the first time, the Lord himself experienced a stirring of profound sorrow. The cause lay deep within his heart:…
Kalinath Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple – Pragpur, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple, also known as Shri Kalinath Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple, is located in Kaleshwar village near the heritage village of Pragpur (Paragpur) in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. The temple stands peacefully on the banks of the sacred Beas (Vyas) River amidst the scenic Shivalik hills. Owing to its sacred riverside location and the belief…
England beat India by 27 runs in 3rd ODI to seal 2-1 series win
London: Rohit Sharma’s 138 and half-centuries from Virat Kohli (74) and Shubman Gill (77) went in vain as England beat India by 27 runs in the third ODI and seal a 2-1 series win here on Sunday. After conceding a mammoth 387 for three, India finished at 360/7. Rohit struck 17 fours and five sixes…
Security stepped up ahead of CJP march; protesters gather for night vigil at Jantar Mantar
New Delhi: Ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s proposed march to Parliament on Monday to press for education reforms, political leaders, actors and common people thronged the protest site at Jantar Mantar here, even as authorities put in place elaborate security arrangements and said that no permission has been sought for any such procession. “We…
