Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the first traditional Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi on February 14. The temple will be inaugurated in a Vedic ceremony under the guidance of Pujya Mahant Swami Maharaj. On February 18, the temple will open its gates to the general public. The Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) previously confirmed in a press release that Mr Modi will be accompanied by Swami Ishwacharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, along with the board of directors. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan gifted the land dur
President Draupadi Murmu awarded the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 to nineteen children on Monday. Among the winners were Aaditya Vijay Brahmane, 12, from Rajasthan who sacrificed his life to save his cousins Harsh and Shlok from drawing in the river while playing. The list includes a nine-year-old mountaineer, R Surya Prasad, from Andra, who was awarded for accomplishing his feat of scaling Mount Kilimanjaro at the age of nine. The six-year-old ‘Google boy,’ Armaan Ubhrani, for his outstanding prowess in mathematics and science. Anushka Pathak, 8, captivated people across
India continues to be generous in helping Afghanistan by supplying the latest 40,000 litres of Malathion pesticide through Chabahar port. Malathion is an environment-friendly pesticide used to fight locust-widespread and is best suited for arid regions. Afghanistan is currently suffering from a locust menace as they continue to destroy crops in the country. Its spread further endangers neighbouring countries like Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. The consignment of 40,000 Malathion was supplied in two trucks and was officially handed over to the Ministry of Agriculture. The Tali
PM Narendra Modi will hold an extravagant inauguration ceremony at Ramjanmbhoomi to welcome Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after a wait of more than 500 years. Following centuries of oppression by a particular community and colonial powers, Ayodhya is finally ready to move Ram Lalla from a broken tent to a temple. The original temple was razed by the Mughals in 1528, and the Babri Masjid was built on it. PM Modi is scheduled to arrive in Ayodhya on Monday at 10:25 am and will reach Shri Ram Janmabhoomi at 10:55 am. He will perform the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at 12:05 pm with a team of pr
On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled commemorative postage stamps dedicated to Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir and a book of stamps related to Lord Ram. The Ram Mandir, Choupai "Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari," the Sarayu River, the Sun, and sculptures within and outside the temple are just a few of its many highlights. It consists of six stamps in total. It includes Lord Ganesh, Ram Temple, Lord Hanuman, Kevatraj, Jatayu, and Ma Shabri. The gold leaf depicting sun rays and Chaupai is included in the pattern, giving the small sheet an imposing appearance and reflecting Panchbhutas
On Monday, the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) is set to kick start from January 15–19 in Davos, Switzerland. The WEF will host dialogue sessions with political leaders, business executives, academics, and other influential figures to discuss and address pressing global issues. At the WEF, India will open its first-ever "We Lead" lounge to emphasise the benefits of investing in women's leadership, which directly strengthens the nation's economy. It highlights women leaders, the India Engagement Centre, pavilions by Maharashtra, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnatak
Researchers from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have discovered a 22 million-year-old mangrove forest on Barro Colorado Island. The mysterious forest reportedly vanished from the earth due to a massive volcanic eruption in the Panama Canal. This catastrophe destroyed the forest but kept the fossils intact, with its silica-rich waters preventing decomposition. The forest consisted of Sonneratioxylin barrocoloradoensis mangrove species, which grew to a height of 82 feet, and the tallest specimen could grow up to 131 feet which easily outspace the modern mangrove forests in heigh
In a historic and grand ceremony, Denmark welcomed its new monarch, King Frederik X, marking a new era in the Danish monarchy. The ascension of Frederik X comes after the abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, who had reigned for over five decades, making her one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs. The transition of power, steeped in tradition and modernity, signifies a new chapter for the Danish royal family and the nation at large. Born Crown Prince Frederik André Henrik Christian, Frederik X has been a familiar face in the royal family, known for his dedication to public servi
In a proactive move to enhance the nation's disaster preparedness, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced plans to double the country's budget reserves dedicated to earthquake relief efforts. This decision underscores Japan's commitment to strengthening its response capabilities in the face of potential seismic disasters. Japan, located in one of the most seismically active regions in the world, has a long history of devastating earthquakes. The memory of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and the subsequent tsunami is still fresh in the minds of many. This tragedy highlight
In a strategic move reflecting the deepening ties between the United Kingdom and India, the UK has announced its plan to deploy warships, including an aircraft carrier, for joint training exercises in the Indian Ocean. This collaborative initiative underscores the commitment of both nations to enhancing maritime security, promoting regional stability, and fostering a robust defense partnership. The decision to deploy a formidable naval presence in the Indian Ocean is a significant development in the evolving defense collaboration between the UK and India. As geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-