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Hyderabad: In connection with the immersion of Durga Matha idols at People's Plaza, Graden Point, Baby ponds at jalavihar Park, Sanjeevaiah Park, traffic diversions will be in place around Hussain Sagar Lake from 4 pm on October 2 to October 5 at 6 am Traffic from Panjagutta/Raj Bhavan Rd will be diverted at V.V. Statue Traffic from Nirankari Jn will be diverted at Old PS Saifabad Traffic from Khairatabad will be diverted at Printing Press to Rajiv Gandhi Statue Traffic from Upper Tank Bund towards Telugu Thalli junction will be diverted at Old Ambedkar statue towards Liberty. Traffic from Himayath Nagar Y Junction towards Old Ambedkar Statue will be diverted at Liberty towards Basheerbagh. Necklace Road access from multiple routes restricted Traffic from Minister Road towards Necklace Rd will be closed at Nallagutta X Roads. Traffic coming from HTP towards BJR circle will be diverted at AR petrol pump towards MJ Market. Only idol immersion vehicles are allowed in restricted areas Congestion expected at: VV Statue, Saifabad, Liberty, BJR Circle, Tank Bund, Basheerbagh, Old Ambedkar Statue, etc. Citizens are requested to take note of traffic congestion and diversion points.
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Imagine stepping into a home where even the taps glisten in gold, that's what Instagram creator Priyam Saraswat found during his visit to a stunning mansion in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The house belongs to Anoop Agrawal, a government contractor, who takrs highway projects. The video of his mansion has gone viral for its jaw-dropping interiors, decorated with 24-carat gold. From furniture and light switches to lamps and idols, almost everything in the house has been coated or crafted in gold. Even the water taps, murti (idols), and decor pieces sparkle with pure gold ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor on Monday visited the North Bombay Durga Puja and offered prayers there. In the visuals captured by the paps, Ranbir was spotted standing in devotion before the idol of Goddess Durga. He also met his friend, filmmaker Ayan, at the pandal, and before leaving, he interacted with other devotees, taking pictures with them.For the pandal visit, Ranbir opted for ethnic wear. He exuded desi munda vibes in a blue kurta that he paired with white pyjama. Meanwhile, on Sunday, Ranbir turned 43. Taking some time off his special ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar has written a strongly worded letter to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, criticising General Education Minister V Sivankutty for walking out of a function held at Raj Bhavan on June 19. The Governor described the incident as a breach of protocol and an insult to the constitutional office. The letter, dated June 26, refers to an awards ceremony for the Bharat Scouts and Guides, where Sivankutty -- who also serves as President of the Association's Kerala chapter -- objected to the presence of a garlanded portrait of Bharat Mata on the stage, ...Read More >
Lucknow, Jul 14 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said the state's health services must be made future-ready to keep pace with global advancements and effectively respond to emerging challenges. He was speaking at the foundation stone laying and inauguration ceremony of various health projects worth Rs 1,000 crore at King George's Medical University (KGMU) here. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who also holds the Health portfolio, and Medical Education Minister Mayankeshwar Sharan Singh were present on the occasion. The chief minister said institutions like K ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 28 (PTI) India's gains from importing discounted Russian oil are estimated to be just USD 2.5 billion per annum, significantly lower than the previously speculated range of USD 10-25 billion, a research report said on Thursday. Stopping Russian oil imports would force India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, to rely on limited alternatives, potentially driving global crude prices up to USD 100 per barrel amid rising demand and tight supply. "Benefit from Russian oil imports is way less than exaggerated media numbers," brokerage CLSA said in a report. While ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, notably higher than the normal 4.3 mm. Warangal's Sangem recorded the day's highest maximum temperature ...Read More >
Srinagar- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said foreign countries were told clearly during the post-Operation Sindoor diplomatic outreach that in case of a fresh provocation, India would repeat its action. Speaking at a discussion at the Ahmedabad Management Association, Tharoor said Indian delegations which visited foreign countries in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor managed to convey that India acted with restraint and responsibility. "In other places, we actually were able to get some very high-placed people to say not only that they respected and supported India's right of self- ...Read More >
Panaji: With 10 arms, riding on a lion and a force of nature, comes Maa Durga every year to people's doorsteps, ushering in a sense of community, celebration, and culture. For the next five days, she is a mother, a companion, and a symbol of strength. While Durga puja is celebrated with thunderous pomp and glory in West Bengal, a glimpse of that energy can be seen here in the Durga puja festival in Panaji, a tradition started by the Bengal Cultural Association (BCA)."We started this tradition in 1981. There's another Durga puja festival that happens in Vasco, started by the Bengali community t ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Alia Bhatt made heads turn when she arrived at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja on Wednesday. Donning an exquisite lehenga, Alia undoubtedly captivated the attention of the other devotees at the pandal. What made her appearance even more memorable was her rushing to greet actress Rani Mukerji. The two shared a heartfelt hug and posed happily for pictures, joined by Ayan Mukerji and Tanisha Mukerji for a cheerful photo session. Earlier on Monday, Alia's husband and actor Ranbir Kapoor visited the North Bombay Durga Puja and offered pr ...Read More >
Cuttack: Curfew was relaxed from violence-hit areas of Cuttack city Tuesday as there was no report of any violence in the last 24 hours, Commissioner of Police, S Dev Datta Singh said. There was no report of any kind of violence in any part of the city, even during the 12-hour bandh call given by Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Monday, he said. "The curfew was imposed for 36 hours from 10 pm October 5 till 10 am October 7 in the wake of two clashes Saturday and Sunday. The order is not extended and therefore relaxed," Singh told PTI. Singh, however, did not reveal whether the curfew has been ...Read More >
New Delhi: As the Durga Puja festivities get underway across the country, Bollywood's biggest stars are also marking the occasion with deep emotion and tradition. On the auspicious day of Saptami, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan was seen attending the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, hosted by Kajol's family. In a widely circulated video, Kajol and Jaya Bachchan greeted each other with a heartfelt hug at the venue. The duo, who shared the screen as mother-in-law and daughter-in-law in Karan Johar's Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, were seen smiling and posing together for the cameras. Jaya Bachchan ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The political temperature rose sharply on Monday over the Cuttack violence, as opposition leaders slammed the BJP, accusing it of engineering unrest for political gains. Congress MP Pramod Tiwari condemned the incident, alleging a deliberate attempt to stoke communal divisions. "The public is living peacefully and happily. However, the BJP is deliberately creating polarisation. All of this is happening solely to provoke polarisation, and it is sponsored and protected by the BJP government," Tiwari said. Echoing similar concerns, Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Priyanka C ...Read More >
Udupi: Udupi's temple town was steeped in festivity on Monday as the annual Krishna Leelotsava, popularly known as Vitla Pindi, transformed Car Street into a vibrant spectacle of devotion. Under clear skies, thousands of devotees thronged Sri Krishna Mutt to seek darshan and participate in the celebrations. The day began with annadana initiated by Paryaya Sri Puttige Mutt seers -- Sri Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji and Sri Sushreendra Theertha Swamiji -- who served prasadam to devotees after the Palla Pooje ritual. In the afternoon, the traditional earthen idol of Lord Krishna was placed on the ...Read More >
Kolkata: Festivities at two of central Kolkata's prominent venues -- Md Ali Park and Santosh Mitra Square -- saw contrasting developments on Sunday, with the former settling a stand-off with cops while the latter plunging deeper into controversy.On Sunday afternoon, organisers of Md Ali Park puja declared there was no longer any dispute with cops. They clarified that Kolkata Police extended full cooperation, ensuring smooth arrangement for pandal-hoppers. On Panchami, tensions had flared, with or ...Read More >
KANNUR: The city of joy is ablaze with Durga Puja festivities. Pandals glitter with lights, dhaak beats echo through every lane, and the air carries the fragrance of dhuno. Yet, amid the familiar grandeur, this year's celebrations hold something never seen before -- Kerala's theyyam has found its place in Bengal's most important festival. At South Kolkata's famed 66 Pally Club's Durga Puja, the pandal itself tells the story. Built in the style of a traditional Kannur temple, its architecture draws directly from Kerala's vastu vidya. Crafted over three months by a team of carpenters from Thala ...Read More >
The incident occurred late Sunday night when a pipe on the truck carrying the idol came in contact with the electricity line in the Gaura Bazar area, resulting in the spread of current, Additional Superintendent of Police Anjana Tiwari told PTI. Two persons were killed in the incident and 10 to 15 were injured because of electrocution, as per the initial reports, the ASP said. Government Victoria Hospital's duty doctor Nitin Yadav, however, told PTI Videos that a total of 35 persons were brough ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) on Monday introduced a state-of-the-art amphibious excavator near Sanjeevaiah Park along PVNR Marg to boost lake restoration works. The machinery was inaugurated by Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar. It will be used for desilting, dredging, removal of aquatic weeds, strengthening of bunds, and clearing of debris and sludge in lakes and nalas, including Kukatpally Nala. Officials said the equipment would support the restoration of water bodies and improve urban water management. It will also be deployed during major festiva ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued a comprehensive advisory detailing diversions and potential congestion points in anticipation of two significant Congress party events scheduled for Friday. These include the inauguration of the bronze statue of former Chief Minister Konijeti Rosaiah at Old PS Saifabad and a Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee meeting at LB Stadium. For the inauguration of the bronze statue, traffic approaching Iqbal Minar from the Secretariat will be diverted towards Ravindra Bharathi, while vehicles from Ravindra Bharathi will be directed towards Telugu T ...Read More >
Cuttack: In the heart of Cuttack, Odisha's oldest cultural city, a centuries-old tradition continues to thrive. The Balu Bazar Puja Committee, one of the oldest Puja organizations in the city, has been celebrating Durga Puja for an astonishing 511 years. This year marks a significant milestone, as the Puja Committee continues to uphold the traditions and rituals that have been passed down through generations. A notable highlight of this puja is the deity's face, which has remained unchanged for the past 126 years. Additionally, the idols are adorned with organic colours derived from natural s ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Dec 18 (PTI) Alleging that the country's reputation was "hurt" following the indictment of Gautam Adani in a US court, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is trying to protect the industrialist. The chief minister, who participated in a 'Chalo Raj Bhavan' here as per a call given by the AICC, said the Congress government is ready to pass a resolution in the Assembly seeking JPC on the Adani issue if the opposition BRS extends support. Congress and the INDI Alliance demanded a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) investigation into ...Read More >
Sagar (Madhya Pradesh): A banyan tree, believed to be 5,000 years old and spread over two acres in the Deori Kalan area, is 16km from the Sagar district headquarters. It is a storehouse of oxygen, say experts. A large number of people from different parts of the country flock to the 64-Yogini temple in this place. The temple is under the banyan tree. It stands as a rare treat to devotees visiting the temple. The pop roots of the tree are touching the ground. Thousands of bells are hanging from the branches of the banyan tree, which shows their faith in the temple and in the tree. The nation ...Read More >
Hyderabad: City traffic police said they would be regulating traffic on the Tank Bund Road and PVNR Marg (Necklace Road) from 2 pm to 11 pm hours in connection with 'Saddula Bathukamma' celebrations on Tuesday. During the programme, traffic will be either stopped or diverted if required as per the local situation, the traffic police said on Monday. The police advised motorists to avoid the following junctions: V.V. statue, Khairatabad, Old PS Saifabad, Iqbal Minar, Telugu Talli junction, Necklace Rotary, Liberty, Ravindra Bharathi, Ambedkar statue, Tank Bund, Kavadiguda crossroads, Katta Mais ...Read More >
The Raja Ram idol was consecrated at the Ram Jamnabhoomi complex in Ayodhya. The Ram Darbar, featuring idols of Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman, was also inaugurated. The event coincided with Ganga Dussehra, months after Ram Lalla's consecration. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other priests conducted the ceremony. Devotees gathered, chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'.The idol of Raja Ram was consecrated and the Ram Darbar inaugurated at the Ram Jamnabhoomi complex on Thursday, a major step tow ...Read More >
Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai is more than a festival -- it's a cultural celebration that transforms the city into a sea of devotion, art, and grandeur. Every year, thousands of pandals compete to create breathtaking themes, intricate decorations, and powerful idols of Lord Ganesha. For devotees and travellers alike, these iconic pandals are an unmissable part of the experience. Here are seven of the most famous Ganpati pandals in Mumbai that stand out for their devotion and artistry. 1. Lalbaugcha ...Read More >
Durga Puja is not just a festival in India; it is an incredible exhibition of arts, worship and community. In Kolkata and Delhi, the celebrations are enacted with distinct tastes, in terms of huge artistic pandals and traditional rituals. This is a list of the most suitable areas where you can observe this colourful festival to its full glory. The city becomes an art gallery in Kolkata. One of the most recognisable places is the College Square, whose golden lakeside pandal and light reflections ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi government will soon begin clearing pending electric vehicle (EV) subsidy dues amounting to about ₹140 crore, officials said on Monday as per PTI. Transport Minister Pankaj Singh confirmed that the department will verify all subsidy applications to resolve the backlog, which has piled up over the past two years. "The process of identifying eligible beneficiaries has already started," an official said. A dedicated portal for clearing dues is also being prepared. The development follows a September 3 Delhi High Court directive asking the government to take immediate steps ...Read More >
A Durga Puja committee in West Bengal has drawn mixed reactions on social media for their unusual theme, which involves an 'asura' idol modelled after US President Donald Trump. A video shared on Facebook shows how the artist behind the idol created it. The clip captures an artist working on the idol of 'asura'. The man is seen trimming the pale blonde hair on the statue with utmost attention. A Durga idol is also visible in the background. As per the Facebook video, the Trump-shaped idol was c ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Dec 18 (PTI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, his cabinet colleagues and leaders of the ruling Congress on Wednesday participated in a 'Chalo Raj Bhavan' protest here over the Adani issue and also against "Prime Minister Narendra Modi not visiting violence-hit Manipur". The protest was organised by the state Congress as per a call given by the AICC. Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president B Mahesh Kumar Goud was among the party leaders and workers who also took part in the protest. The protest rally began from the Indira Gandhi statue near Hussain Sagar lak ...Read More >
HYDERABAD - As Eid al-Azha festivities approach, Dr. Akram Bajo, Head of Gastroenterology at Civil Hospital Hyderabad, has issued a health advisory urging citizens to consume meat in moderation. The doctor warned that excessive meat consumption can lead to digestive issues, diarrhea, and other health problems, particularly during the hot weather. Dr. Bajo recommended consuming sacrificial meat within three days and storing offal in cold storage for 24-48 hours to prevent infection. He also advised individuals with specific health conditions to avoid certain types of meat and to prioritize bala ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, June 26: India on Thursday strongly condemned the demolition of the Durga Mandir (temple) in Dhaka, criticising the role of Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in allowing the destruction and projecting it as a case of illegal land use. "We understand that extremists were clamouring for demolishing the Durga temple in Khilkhet, Dhaka. The interim government, instead of providing security to the temple, projected the episode as a case of illegal land use and allowed the destruction of the temple today," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at a media briefing here. "This has res ...Read More >