Over the past few years, India has quietly but steadily transformed its literacy landscape. Spearheaded by our most dynamic Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government’s ambitious policy push—rooted in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the NIPUN Bharat Mission, and ULLAS (the New India Literacy Programme)—this drive is now delivering visible, measurable results across…
Every subject has its own importance in day-to-day life. Yet, subjects like Geography are often not given their due prominence. The consequences of such neglect can be serious—both for individuals and for nations. In ancient times, people acquired geographical knowledge through experience, largely by trial and error. But in the modern world, amid growing socio-economic…
Indra, seated in his resplendent court, addressed Arjuna with words of assurance and divine grace. “O son of Kunti,” said the Lord of the celestials, “you are pure and free from sin. You stand as an apostle of self-control, a master over your senses. There is no possession in the three worlds to which you…
Gundabala Sri Anjaneya Temple is located in Gundabala village, near Honnavar in Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. The main deity is Sri Anjaneya Swamy, worshipped as a powerful form of Hanuman who fulfils vows, removes obstacles, and grants strength and courage. The murti is believed to be highly energetic, and devotees say prayers are answered quickly….
Hyderabad: India’s growing dominance in the global poultry sector was on full display at the 17th Poultry India Expo 2025, which concluded in Hyderabad after registering its highest-ever participation and international outreach. The four-day event, held from November 25 to 28 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre and inaugurated by Telangana Ministers Ponnam Prabhakar Goud and…
New Delhi: A Trinamool Congress delegation on Friday met with the full bench of the Election Commission of India here and alleged that around 40 SIR-related deaths had occurred in West Bengal so far, accusing the poll panel chief of having “blood on his hands”. The 10-member delegation, led by TMC Rajya Sabha leader Derek…
New Delhi: In a first, India is set to host a UNESCO meeting on safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage from December 8-13 at the historic Red Fort in Delhi, and preparations are underway for the key event. A senior official of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on Friday said the 17th century fort complex…
New Delhi: Ahead of the Winter session of Parliament, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday demanded a detailed discussion in the House on the issue of air pollution in the national capital as he questioned the silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on this “health emergency”. He also demanded a strict, enforceable…
Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday disbursed Rs 1,000 crore among 10 lakh beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, which is aimed at promoting entrepreneurship among the state’s women. Kumar, who was recently voted back to power for a record fifth consecutive term, gave away Rs 10,000 to each beneficiary, through the…
Lucknow: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said amid today’s unprecedented global challenges, the ancient philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (the world is one family) is more relevant than ever. Murmu was speaking at the launch of the Brahma Kumaris’ annual theme for 2025-26 — ‘Meditation for World Unity and Trust’ — here. “India’s ancient civilisation and…
