New Delhi: Panchayats across the country are organising special yoga sessions, community outreach activities and common yoga protocol demonstrations at schools, anganwadis and public spaces to transform the International Yoga Day into a ‘jan-andolan’ at the village level, the Ayush ministry said Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through a letter, recently had urged gram pradhans…
London: The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) brings “stability and predictability” for businesses in both countries, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. During a session at the India Global Forum (IGF) UK-India Week titled ‘Agreement to Action in the UK-India FTA’, the minister shared his optimism around the “good marriage” agreed between…
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday held a review meeting with fintech firms and assured that the government will continue to support the industry. During an interaction with founders, CEOs, and senior leaders of fintech companies, various issues such as ease of doing business for fintechs and preventing financial fraud were discussed. Sitharaman…
Washington: Donald Trump, US President, made a striking claim during a public interaction, stating that he played a pivotal role in preventing a war between India and Pakistan during his tenure. Referring to both countries as “major nuclear nations,” Trump emphasised the gravity of the situation and his role in de-escalating tensions. Trump highlighted the…
The Indian judiciary has long stood on a high pedestal, cloaked in the sanctity of impartiality and public trust. But what happens when that very institution becomes the breeding ground for rot? The recent revelations surrounding former Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma, whose residence was found stacked with unexplained cash—exposed only because of…
Credit to coaching, anonymity to school: How long will this injustice with teachers continue? Every time a student cracks NEET, JEE, UPSC, or another high-stakes exam, headlines scream the name of the coaching institute they attended. Hoardings, congratulatory posts, and social media ads trumpet the success of “XYZ Institute,” often with zero mention of the…
A tragic bridge collapse in Pune claimed nearly 20 lives as people were swept away by the raging waters beneath. Even before the blame game could begin, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis squarely put the responsibility on those who chose to walk onto the bridge, despite a clear warning board cautioning against it. Technically…
Dadhimukha, the valiant chief guardian of the sacred Madhuvan, appeared before King Sugreeva in the august presence of Rama and Lakshmana. His face bore signs of agitation, his demeanor disturbed. Sugreeva, noticing this unrest, gently asked, “What troubles you, Dadhimukha? Has someone wronged you? You are loyal, revered, and dear to us. Please speak openly.”…
Sri Adi Vat Madhav Temple is at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This Sangam is the holy confluence of three rivers – Ganga, Yamuna, and the invisible Saraswati. The temple lies near the Akshayavat (Immortal Banyan Tree), inside the historic Allahabad Fort. The temple’s main deity is Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped…
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that Iran has reached out to the US for negotiation; however, he said it’s very late now. He also declined to confirm whether the United States was planning to strike Iran or target its nuclear facilities, telling reporters that next week will be big. During an interaction…
