As per SC’s order, COVID-19 test was conducted for all priests: Odisha Law Minister

Jun 23, 2020

Puri (Odisha), June 23 (ANI): Odisha Law Minister Pratap Jena on June 23 stated that as per the Supreme Court's order, COVID-19 test was conducted for all 'sevayats' (priests) at Puri's Jagannath Temple. “One sevayat has been tested positive, he is not allowed to participate in the Rath Yatra,” he added. On June 22, the Supreme Court has granted permission to hold the annual chariot festival this year amid COVID-19 pandemic. However, no more than 500 people will be allowed to pull the chariots as per SC's order.

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal files nomination from New Delhi Constituency | Delhi elections

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal files nomination from New Delhi Constituency | Delhi elections

Jan 15, 2025

INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, INS Vaghsheer, PM Modi dedicates naval combatants to nation

INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, INS Vaghsheer, PM Modi dedicates naval combatants to nation

Jan 15, 2025

Tamil Nadu: Bull-tamers try to grab and hang on to bull in traditional sport Jallikattu | Pongal

Tamil Nadu: Bull-tamers try to grab and hang on to bull in traditional sport Jallikattu | Pongal

Jan 15, 2025

Palamedu (Tamil Nadu), January 15 (ANI): Jallikattu festival began during Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu. Bull-tamers trying to grab and hang on to the bull entering the arena as Jallikattu begins during the Pongal festival...
PM Modi celebrates IMD’s 150th foundation day; Highlights progress in weather accuracy, outreach

PM Modi celebrates IMD’s 150th foundation day; Highlights progress in weather accuracy, outreach

Jan 14, 2025

New Delhi, January 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauds the India Meteorological Department on its 150th Foundation Day, reflecting on the significance of Makar Sankranti and his personal connection to the festival. On the...
“Mai Wajan Daal Deta Hu…” EAM Jaishankar’s direct flight promise to Indians in Spain draws applause

“Mai Wajan Daal Deta Hu…” EAM Jaishankar’s direct flight promise to Indians in Spain draws applause

Jan 14, 2025

Madrid (Spain) January 14 (ANI): While interacting with an Indian in Madrid on January 14, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar made a direct flight promise which drew applause.
HM Amit Shah celebrates ‘Kite festival’ Makar Sankranti in Ahmedabad, Gujarat CM accompanies

HM Amit Shah celebrates ‘Kite festival’ Makar Sankranti in Ahmedabad, Gujarat CM accompanies

Jan 14, 2025

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Jan 14 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel celebrate Makar Sankranti in Ahmedabad. HM Amit Shah was seen flying Kite celebrating the festival with full enthusiasm. Gujarat CM...
“Good sign for Hindu nation….” German Devotee at Maha Kumbh speaks on Sanata Dharma

“Good sign for Hindu nation….” German Devotee at Maha Kumbh speaks on Sanata Dharma

Jan 14, 2025

Prayagraj (UP) January 14 (ANI): A devotee from Germany at Maha Kumbh 2025, Thomas on January 15 said, "...I think it (Maha Kumbh) is very well organised. It's very big and people are so friendly....
Hundreds of Naga Sadhus march toward Triveni Sangam for holy dip | Maha Kumbh 2025

Hundreds of Naga Sadhus march toward Triveni Sangam for holy dip | Maha Kumbh 2025

Jan 14, 2025

Prayagraj (UP) January 14 (ANI): Hundreds of Naga Sadhus took holy dip in the Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh on January 14.
PM Modi attends celebrations of 150th Foundation Day of India Meteorological Department in Delhi

PM Modi attends celebrations of 150th Foundation Day of India Meteorological Department in Delhi

Jan 14, 2025

New Delhi, January 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the exhibition display organised on the 150th Foundation Day celebrations of India Meteorological Department, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. MoS Earth Sciences Dr Jitendra Singh and...
PM Modi inaugurates Sonamarg’s ‘Z-Morh Tunnel’ enhancing all-weather connectivity

PM Modi inaugurates Sonamarg’s ‘Z-Morh Tunnel’ enhancing all-weather connectivity

Jan 13, 2025

Sonamarg, Ganderbal (J&K) January 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi visitied J&K and inaugurated the Sonmarg Tunnel, The Sonamarg Tunnel project, around 12 km long, has been constructed at a cost of over Rs...
“Streets are clean and…” Foreign devotees praise Maha Kumbh's beauty, cleanliness, and hospitality

“Streets are clean and…” Foreign devotees praise Maha Kumbh's beauty, cleanliness, and hospitality

Jan 13, 2025

Prayagraj (UP) January 13 (ANI): South African Devotee at Maha Kumbh 2025 Praises Event's Beauty, Cleanliness, and Warm Hospitality A devotee from South Africa's Cape Town at Maha Kumbh, said, "It's so beautiful. The streets...
“Streets are clean and…” Foreign devotees praise Maha Kumbh's beauty, cleanliness, and hospitality

“Streets are clean and…” Foreign devotees praise Maha Kumbh's beauty, cleanliness, and hospitality

Jan 13, 2025

Prayagraj (UP) January 13 (ANI): South African Devotee at Maha Kumbh 2025 Praises Event's Beauty, Cleanliness, and Warm Hospitality A devotee from South Africa's Cape Town at Maha Kumbh, said, "It's so beautiful. The streets...
Prayagraj: Devotees take holy dip as Maha Kumbh begins with 'Shahi Snan' on Paush Purnima

Prayagraj: Devotees take holy dip as Maha Kumbh begins with 'Shahi Snan' on Paush Purnima

Jan 13, 2025

Prayagraj (UP), January 13 (ANI): A large number of people arrived in Prayagraj to take a holy dip in Triveni Sangam - a scared confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati as today, January...
“Mera Bharat Mahan…” Russian woman as she visits Sangam Ghat during Maha Kumbh 2025

“Mera Bharat Mahan…” Russian woman as she visits Sangam Ghat during Maha Kumbh 2025

Jan 13, 2025

“Mera Bharat Mahan…” Russian woman as she visits Sangam Ghat during Maha Kumbh 2025