Muslim poets recite urdu Ramayana in Bikaner
In a unique event leading up to Diwali that has been fostering goodwill for over a decade, Muslim poets in Bikaner recite an Urdu version of the Hindu epic Ramayana that was composed 89 years ago. Dr Ziya Ul Hasan Quadri, an Urdu teacher and poet, who along with two other...
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In a rare departure from the DMK’s traditions, party leader and Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has extended his Deepavali greetings to those “who have faith,” remarks that drew sarcastic response from opposition BJP. The BJP has been targeting the DMK for not wishing people on Hindu festivals,...
Tripura to extend successful rubber mission
Buoyed by the successful implementation of the ‘Chief Minister’s Rubber Mission’ in Tripura, the state government is contemplating extending the programme for another five years, an official said on Sunday. The livelihood generation initiative, launched in 2021-22, is set to be completed by 2025-25. A total of 56,400 families have been brought...
Cyclone Dana affects 35.95 lakh in Odisha
A total of 35.95 lakh people in Odisha have been impacted by cyclone Dana and subsequent flooding in 14 districts, the state’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said on Sunday. Pujari also said as many as 8,10,896 people were evacuated to 6,210 cyclone relief centres. The worst-hit districts include Kendrapara,...
Hina Shahab and son rejoin RJD ahead of bihar assemly polls
Former RJD MP Mohd Shahabuddin's wife Hina Shahab, who had contested the recent Lok Sabha polls as an Independent candidate from Bihar's Siwan, on Sunday joined the party along with her son Osama Shahab. Party supremo Lalu Prasad's heir apparent Tejashwi Yadav welcomed them and described Shahabuddin as "a founding member"...
Ayodhya's grand Deepotsav festival begins tomorrow
As the four-day Deepotsav festival commences tomorrow in Ayodhya, the city is poised to host a grand celebration blending spirituality, tradition, and culture. This year’s Deepotsav carries special significance, being the first in the presence of Ramlala, adding a profound spiritual dimension to the festivities. A spectacular display awaits with the...
Karhal by-election: intense rivalry between political kin
The Karhal assembly seat in Mainpuri, known for its complex political dynamics, is witnessing a fierce contest this by-election season. The battle has garnered significant attention, as the sons-in-law of two political stalwarts are going head-to-head in this high-stakes election. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has fielded Tej Pratap Yadav, the son-in-law...
BJP delegation urges Punjab Governor to address paddy procurement issues
A delegation of Punjab BJP leaders on Sunday met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and submitted a memorandum alleging inefficiency on part of the AAP government in the state for “tardy” paddy lifting. The delegation urged the governor to intervene and ensure the complete lifting of paddy from mandis as a “gift”...
