Indiaspora congratulates Trump, expects US-India ties to continue flourishing

WASHINGTON: Indiaspora, a non-profit body of the global Indian community, has congratulated Donald Trump ahead of his swearing-in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, expressing hope that US-India relations would continue to flourish under the new administration. “On behalf of Indiaspora and the Indian-American community, I would like to congratulate Donald… Continue reading Indiaspora congratulates Trump, expects US-India ties to continue flourishing

‘Historic victory’: PM Modi hails Indian men’s, women’s teams for Kho Kho World Cup win

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian women’s and men’s teams on winning the Kho Kho World Cup title and said that today’s a great day for Indian Kho Kho. The Indian men’s team beat Nepal 54-36 in the final to win the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup title here on… Continue reading ‘Historic victory’: PM Modi hails Indian men’s, women’s teams for Kho Kho World Cup win

Over 2.27 million pilgrims visit Mahakumbh on day 8

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 20: As the Mahakumbh enters its eighth day, more than 2.27 million pilgrims visited the Mela on Monday morning as of 8 am, according to official data released by the Uttar Pradesh government. On the day eight of the Mahakumbh, among a congregation of over 2.27 million devotees gathered at… Continue reading Over 2.27 million pilgrims visit Mahakumbh on day 8

Initiation process of over 100 Naga Sanyasinis begins at Maha Kumbh

MAHAKUMBH NAGAR (UP): With the Maha Kumbh underway in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, the initiation process for over hundred women to become ‘Naga Sanyasini’ of Juna Akhada began on Sunday. The registration process for the initiation is currently underway, and in the first phase, 102 women were given the ‘Naga Diksha’, said Divya Giri, a saint… Continue reading Initiation process of over 100 Naga Sanyasinis begins at Maha Kumbh

12 state pavilions at Mahakumbh showcase India’s cultural diversity

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 20: The grand event Mahakumbh has garnered unprecedented attention and participation from all over the world. The vibrant display of India’s cultural diversity and unity has been brought to life through the visionary efforts of the Yogi Adityanath government as Uttar Pradesh ministers extended personal invitations across the nation. Showcasing… Continue reading 12 state pavilions at Mahakumbh showcase India’s cultural diversity

12 Jyotirlingas made from 7.5 crore Rudraksha becomes major attraction among pilgrims

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: In the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela being held in Prayagraj, 12 Jyotirlingas made from 7.5 crore Rudraksha beads has became a major attraction among pilgrims. Shree Yogi Mauni Swami from Amethi said that the Jyotirlingas were made from 7.5 crore beads and had been established with specific objectives. “These 12 Jyotirlingas… Continue reading 12 Jyotirlingas made from 7.5 crore Rudraksha becomes major attraction among pilgrims

Mandala-Makaravilakku Mahotsavam concludes; Sabarimala temple closed

SABARIMALA: The Mandala-Makaravilakku Mahotsavam at the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple came to an end, and the temple was ceremoniously closed on Monday morning, according to officials of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB). The 2024-25 pilgrimage season witnessed an extraordinary influx of devotees, an official release issued on Monday said. According to preliminary estimates by the… Continue reading Mandala-Makaravilakku Mahotsavam concludes; Sabarimala temple closed

Kho Kho World Cup: Indian men”s team also crowned champion

NEW DELHI: The Indian men’s team beat Nepal 54-36 in the final to win the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup title here on Sunday. The Indian men’s team title came after the women’s side were also crowned the champions after defeating Nepal in the final. The Men in Blue dominated the final against Nepal with… Continue reading Kho Kho World Cup: Indian men”s team also crowned champion

Richest 10 pc got over half of what UK extracted from India during colonialism: Study

DAVOS: The UK extracted USD 64.82 trillion from India over a century of colonialism between 1765 and 1900 and USD 33.8 trillion of this went to the richest 10 per cent — enough money to carpet London in notes of 50 British pound almost four times over. This forms part of rights group Oxfam International’s… Continue reading Richest 10 pc got over half of what UK extracted from India during colonialism: Study

ODOP products’ exhibition at Mahakumbh

NEW DELHI: Items such as carpets, glass toys from Firozabad, and wooden toys from Varanasi are being showcased under the Centre’s ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative at the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, an official statement said on Sunday. It also said that e-commerce firm Flipkart has set up a stall at the Mahakumbh, providing… Continue reading ODOP products’ exhibition at Mahakumbh