Lakshman Rao The ten-headed demon, Ravana, renowned for his ostentatious nature, stood before his ministers after his hollow victory over Yama, the Dharma Pala. They hailed him, “O victorious one, you are great, greater, and greatest, Dasanana! The universe is fortunate to witness your triumph.” Buoyed by their praise, Ravana proclaimed, “Our goal is to…
ll Om Devi Kushmandayai Namah ll ll Surasampurna Kalasham Rudhiraplutameva Cha। Dadhana Hastapadmabhyam Kushmanda Shubhadastu Me ll Maa Kushmanda is worshiped on the fourth day of the festival of Navratri and she is believed to improve health and bestow wealth and strength. She is also credited with creating the world with her divine smile. Kushmanda…
Deir Al-Balah: An Israeli airstrike early Sunday killed at least 26 people in central Gaza, Palestinian medical officials said. The strike hit a mosque sheltering displaced people near the al-Aqsa Martyrs hospital in the town of Deir al-Balah, the hospital said in a statement. “The number of martyrs brought to hospitals as a result of…
Small-scale farmers who implement low-carbon and deforestation-free practices are well-positioned to benefit from carbon markets. Carbon markets provide an important tool to compensate or incentivize farmers who provide critical ecosystem services, such as sequestering greenhouse gases or using sustainable farming practices. Beyond carbon sequestration, agroforestry under carbon finance projects increases soil fertility, improves water retention,…
Dubai: Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur struck a vital 24-ball 29 as India eked out a six-wicket win over traditional rivals Pakistan in their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup match here Sunday. With the ball, a disciplined India restricted Pakistan to 105 for eight but then adopted an overcautious approach while batting before Harmanpreet helped them achieve…
Hyderabad: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch, successfully organized the “Run for Quality” event at Necklace Road, with Malkajgiri Lok Sabha MP Etela Rajendhar as the Chief Guest. In his opening remarks, Rajendhar highlighted the increasing global recognition of Indian Standards, emphasizing the Government of India’s commitment to eradicating substandard products. He noted…
Chandigarh: Rejecting exit poll predictions, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday claimed his party BJP will form the government in the state with full majority for a third time when the results are announced on October 8. The Congress will blame the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for their defeat, he said, attacking the…
New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday slammed the Modi government over the reported plans to privatise the Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation Limited, and wondered what could be its motive other than “filling the coffers of selected friends”. The Congress general secretary’s remarks come amid reports that the government’s plan to divest the…
Chennai: A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF’s range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action. Enthusiastic families gathered on the sands…
Srinagar: Stringent security arrangements have been put in place at all district headquarters in Jammu and Kashmir for the counting of votes on Tuesday for the 90-member assembly, paving way for first elected government in the Union Territory following the abrogation of Article 370 five years ago. A three-tier security set up has been put…
