In a message ahead of the 'Lokkho Kanthe Gita Path' programme, which is to be organised at the Brigade Parade Grounds in Kolkata on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the initiative aimed at the recitation of the Gita by one lakh people is truly laudable.
Christmas is observed to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Carol singing, dazzling Christmas lights, and decked-out Christmas trees entice folks to join in the celebrations on December 25. Many parts of India come alive with the festive spirit of Christmas.
Churches in different parts
Ahead of India's two-game Test series against the Proteas, bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur said playing the longest format cricket in South Africa is always difficult.
Stalwart batter Virat Kohli has rejoined the Indian red-ball squad in South Africa ahead of the Boxing Day Test at Centurion against the Proteas, according to sources.
As the city basked in Yuletide spirit ahead of the year-end festivities, the mercury, too, dipped, adding to the Christmas vibes in the national capital.
The churches around the country are all decked up for the celebration of the festivity. Preparations are going on in full swing for Christmas in the Catholic churches of Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh.
As Christmas is around the corner, everyone is preparing for the holiday season. Ahead of the festival, churches in Puducherry are all decked up for the much-awaited festivities.
In his letter to Kharge, who is the leader of the opposition in the House, Dhankhar wrote, "We need to move ahead" and invited him for an interaction on December 25 "or a time of your convenience" at his official residence.
In another significant development, Sachin Pilot was appointed as in charge of the Chhattisgarh Congress while Ramesh Chennithala was appointed as AICC in charge of Maharashtra.
Delhi Public Works Department Minister Atishi instructed the Principal Secretary of PWD to carry out the repair and maintenance works in the national capital on war footing in view of Republic Day, an official release said on Saturday.