The temple premises were adorned with the Tiranga and decorative lights, creating a vibrant and patriotic atmosphere. Devotees visiting the temple witnessed the grand decorations and temple priests were also seen wearing their costume on the theme of tricolour while performing the sacred
Raut stated, "A market of money is running in politics," claiming there is open buying and selling of leaders. "It has become a slave market," he remarked, alleging that Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is behaving like a feudal lord who believes he can auction loyalty. Rau
"When a controversy erupted over Lord Murugan's deepam (lamp), our leaders raised their voice for the devotees. However, the DMK and its allies left no stone unturned for their vote bank. They even insulted the court. The DMK is the biggest enemy of Tamil Nadu's culture," PM Modi said.
The Prime Minister praised the Swaminarayan tradition for its contributions in areas such as education, healthcare, farmers' welfare and water conservation, calling these efforts a source of inspiration. He said the bicentenary celebrations provide an opportunity to reflect on the teachin
Also known as 'Gouri Tritiya', Kanchoth commemorates the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Similar to Karwa Chouth, the festival is observed exclusively by women, who keep a strict fast and pray for the long life and well-being of their husbands. According to the Hindu ca
Rash Behari Bose founded the Indian Independence League and was a key organiser of the Ghadar Mutiny. He played a part in the unsuccessful attempt to assassinate the then Indian Viceroy Lord Hardinge in 1912 and later fled to Japan. He was also involved with the Indian National Army.
The Mandala-Makaravilakku festival at the Sabarimala temple concludes with the closing of the sanctum sanctorum following age-old rituals. The two-month-long festival comes to an end.
John McFall, Speaker of the United Kingdom House of Lords, appreciated India's hospitality and the efforts made to ensure the smooth conduct of the conference.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan met UK House of Lords Speaker Lord McFall in New Delhi during CSPOC. They discussed strong parliamentary ties, shared democratic values, parliamentary diplomacy, delegation exchanges, and cooperation on digital initiatives to improve transparency, accessibilit
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla interacted with Speakers and presiding officers of various Commonwealth countries on the the sidelines of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC), 2026 to foster mutual understanding and cooperation.