New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Princess Astrid of Belgium and said he looks forward to “unlocking limitless opportunities” for the people of the two countries through new partnerships in areas such as trade, technology, defence and agriculture. Astrid is leading a high-level Belgian Economic Mission to India from March 1-8, aimed…
Dr. Buragadda Srinadh The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has long been associated with a distinct ideological stance that frequently positions it against certain aspects of Hindu culture and identity. This has fuelled the perception that the party harbours an anti-Hindu mindset—an allegation that raises critical questions about its motivations and broader implications for India’s cultural…
Ravana, resolute in his intent to display his grandeur, stood undaunted in the face of Sita’s scorn and scathing rebuke, which demeaned him as base and crude. With a firm shake of his head and a resounding clap of his palms, his towering form became evident. “Thou art half-witted,” Ravana declared, his voice laden with…
Thiru Ooraga Perumal Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in Kundrathur, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. The temple is considered sacred by Vaishnavites and is known for its unique west-facing deity. Worshipping here is believed to grant relief from planetary afflictions and bestows prosperity upon devotees. The temple has a five-tiered…
Dubai: India defeated Australia by four wickets to qualify for the Champions Trophy 2025 final. This was also their first win against Australia in 14 years in an ICC knockout match. The last time India defeated Australia in an ICC knockout match was in the 2011 ODI World Cup quarter-final in Motera. Since then, they…
Lahore: Pakistan’s new T20 captain Salman Ali Agha on Tuesday promised a new approach in the shortest format, saying his team will play fearless cricket as it prepares for the upcoming tournaments. Agha, who was on Tuesday named Pakistan captain for the five-match T20I tour of New Zealand beginning March 16, said the selectors had…
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday outlined the thematic approach of his government’s budgets over the years, asserting that each budget has been designed to address key developmental priorities. The 2025-26 Budget is inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision and follows the theme “vanchit ko vareeyeta” (priority to the deprived), he…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday said there were not enough judges in trial courts in the country to implement its directions like setting up of a special court in each district to exclusively deal with sexual offences against children under the POCSO law. A bench comprising Justices Bela M Trivedi and Prasanna B…
Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday claimed that the NDA government headed by him put an end to frequent Hindu-Muslim clashes in the state by taking measures such as fencing graveyards and bringing to justice those named in communal riots. The longest-serving chief minister of Bihar, who would seek a fifth consecutive term…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday nudged the Indian industry for “big steps” to take advantage of global opportunities at a time when the world is looking at India as a trusted partner, saying the government will launch two missions to promote manufacturing and exports. Addressing a post-budget webinar on Regulatory, Investment and…
