Mahakumbh Nagar: Ahead of Maha Kumbh, one of the largest gatherings of Sanatan faith devotees, hundreds of organisations are gearing up to serve free meals to millions of pilgrims as an act of religious merit. These organisations will host ‘bhandaras’ (community feasts) throughout the sprawling fairground, offering free meals to all devotees. While some have…
Jaislmer: Funds devolved to states under the 15th Finance Commission (2021-2024) is more than what was devolved under the 14th Finance Commission (2015-20), finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday. In a pre-budget meeting with states, Sitharaman remarked that because of healthy macroeconomic environment, buoyancy and efficiency in the tax collections, the devolution has increased….
Harihara Deula Temple The Harihara Deula, also known as the Twin Temples, is located near the Mahanadi River in Gandharadi village, Boudh district, Odisha. It has two identical temples, which is why it is often called the “Twin Temples.” Built-in the late 10th century by the Somavamsi kings, this temple complex is dedicated to both…
Panaji: A moment of National Pride at India Star Awards 2024 (initiated by the Government of India), Cheers group achieved historic triumph with its flagship Van Louise Premium XO Brandy winning the National award. Van Louise Premium XO Brandy brings together French finesse and Indian tradition. An exceptional blend of rare matured French grape spirit…
New Delhi: Microsoft chairman and CEO Satya Nadella and billionaire Gautam Adani led India Inc in mourning the death of Zakir Hussain, considered one of the greatest players of the tabla. Hussain, 73, known for his ‘dancing fingers’, died in a San Francisco hospital from complications of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis – a chronic lung disease….
New Delhi: Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday mounted another attack on the country’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of leading an “undemocratic group” that has no responsibility towards the people. In a statement on the eve of the ‘Bijoy Dibos’, Hasina called Yunus a “fascist” and alleged that the main aim…
Kolkata: Coal India Ltd (CIL) has spent Rs 5,570 crore in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives over the past decade, a top official said on Sunday. Coal India Chairman P M Prasad said the PSU has been focusing on education, healthcare, skill development, sports, and women empowerment. Inaugurating the 3rd CIL CSR Conclave 2024 on…
Lucknow: BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday attacked the Congress and the Samajwadi Party, saying they should not speak on reservations as they colluded in opposing legislation giving quota in promotions to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) when the Congress-led UPA was in power. Addressing a press conference, she also backed the Centre’s bills…
Brisbane: Local hero Usman Khawaja and young Nathan McSweeney displayed sound defensive technique against Jasprit Bumrah but persistent rain played havoc with the opening day of the third Test, allowing only 13.2 overs of play in which Australia scored 28 for no loss against India, here Saturday. The gloomy weather didn’t allow any action after…
Mumbai: India’s forex reserves dropped by USD 3.235 billion to USD 654.857 billion for the week ended December 6, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the reserves had increased by USD 1.51 billion to USD 658.091 billion, ending a multi-week decline in the overall kitty. The forex reserves had increased to…
