Dr. Buragadda Srinath The Telugu-speaking population of Andhra Pradesh carries a historical pain that should never be forgotten—the humiliation they endured in 1953 during the contentious division of the Madras state. This event marked a significant turning point in the region’s political landscape, as the Andhras were abruptly and unceremoniously forced out of Madras state,…
Manchester: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday inaugurated a new Consulate General of India in Manchester, which he said was symbolic of the importance of the growing diaspora in the region and a sign of things to come, including an India-UK Free Trade Agreement. The external affairs minister (EAM) said it was apt that…
New Delhi: The BJP government in Delhi approved the Mahila Samriddhi Yojana on Saturday to provide a monthly assistance of Rs 2,500 each to eligible women and allocated Rs 5,100 crore for the implementation of the scheme. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Although the government has…
New Delhi: India and Mauritius are set to boost maritime security cooperation and ink a raft of agreements to shore up engagement in a range of areas, such as trade and capacity building, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to the island nation next week. Modi is visiting Mauritius on March 11 and 12…
Ravana, in his reckless ambition, unleashed fierce demons upon the sacred Dandakarnaya, disrupting the solemn rites and holy rituals. His misguided belief held that the abduction of Sita would devastate Rama, a devastation he sought to deepen through the deployment of his demonic minions. In the shadowed depths of his soul, he harbored the twisted…
Shri Subramaniya Swamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple located in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. It is a sacred pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Murugan (Subramaniya Swamy) and attracts devotees from across the region. Originally dedicated to Lord Shiva and named Thiruvahatheswaramudayar Temple, the temple was later renamed during the Konga Chola era. The temple showcases…
Hyderabad: The Telangana BJP has lambasted Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for making baseless allegations against the central government, accusing it of discrimination against southern states. The BJP stated that his opposition to the delimitation process reflects a lack of understanding, as the initiative is designed to ensure better representation and governance. BJP State Spokesperson…
In the social media sphere, girls are often sexualized more than boys. This platform has further amplified the long-standing expectations for young girls to adhere to specific sexual narratives. Such behavior reduces women to mere objects, stripping them of their individual identity. The way women are portrayed in advertisements and similar media is not only…
Koppal (Karnataka): Two women, including a 27-year-old Israeli tourist, were allegedly gang-raped and assaulted while stargazing near Hampi, police said on Saturday. Three male tourists who were with the women were also assaulted and pushed into a canal and one of them was found dead, they added. “Out of the three accused, we have arrested…
New Delhi: On International Women’s Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla underscored the pivotal role of women in India’s progress, emphasizing their leadership across governance, science, defense, education, and entrepreneurship. Speaking at an event in the Parliament House Complex, he lauded the increasing presence of women in decision-making roles and reiterated that India is entering…
