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Professor Francesca Orsini, a scholar of Hindi, was deported from Delhi's IGI Airport. Sources stated she violated her tourist visa conditions. Orsini had been on a blacklist since March 2025. Her deportation has drawn criticism from historians Ramachandra Guha and Mukul Kesavan. They highlighted her contributions to Indian literature and questioned the government's actions. A professor associated with the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) at the University of London was deported fr ...Read More >
The VHP functionary demanded that Delhi's heritage walk should include forts, temples, and monuments of Hindu kings The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Sunday demanded that Delhi be renamed 'Indraprastha' to connect the national capital with its ancient history and culture. In a letter to Delhi Culture Minister Kapil Mishra, the Delhi unit of the VHP has also demanded renaming Indira Gandhi International Airport as Indraprastha International Airport, Delhi Railway Station as Indraprastha Railwa ...Read More >
Thailand is set to launch direct charter flights to Meghalaya by December 2025, marking a major milestone in strengthening tourism and cultural ties between the two regions. The initiative is expected to significantly boost travel between Thailand and India's Northeast, enabling Thai tourists to experience Meghalaya's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant traditions with ease. The announcement followed a Tourism Promotion event held on October 14, 2025, in Shillong, jointly organised by the Emerg ...Read More >
In a pioneering effort to restore livelihoods and combat environmental degradation, the Green India Challenge (GIC), a nationwide environmental... In a pioneering effort to restore livelihoods and combat environmental degradation, the Green India Challenge (GIC), a nationwide environmental movement founded by former Rajya Sabha MP Joginpally Santosh Kumar, has launched a pilot bamboo plantation project spanning 5 acres in Mullalagutta 2 village, Adilabad Rural Mandal, Adilabad district. This f ...Read More >
Ayodhya: Ayodhya burst into celebration as Deepotsav unfolded with unmatched grandeur and devotion on Sunday.The city transformed into a resplendent canvas of lights, music, and faith as tourism and culture minister Jaiveer Singh flagged off Ramayana Shobha Yatra from Saket Mahavidyalaya by waving the Jai Shri Ram flag and beating ceremonial drums.The magnificent procession, which culminated at Ram Katha Park, showcased 22 dazzling tableaux depicting episodes from the seven 'kands' of the Ramaya ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 16 (ANI): Telangana's Hyderabad city is gearing up to celebrate the annual Sadar Festival, a significant celebration observed by the Yadav community. This year, the Telangana State government has officially declared October 19 as the day to commemorate this grand festival, also known as Dunnapothula Panduga.Congress MP Anil Kumar Yadav held a meeting with the Yadav community to discuss arrangements for the festival and participated in traditional Sadar danc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Slamming the previous AAP government for misleading courts on pollution, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva said on Sunday that there is unprecedented excitement and joy among Delhi residents after the Supreme Court's nod to burst green crackers on Diwali. "I would credit the voters in Delhi for electing a BJP government in the city, which has managed to get the top court's approval for reviving this traditional form of celebration of Diwali," Sachdeva told ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Narayanasa Bhandage has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to invite Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) members to participate in the upcoming 77th Republic Day parade on January 26, 2026. In a letter dated October 17, the Rajya Sabha MP wrote, "I believe this gesture would be a fitting tribute to the RSS's precious contributions to our motherland Bharathi. It was really appreciable on your part, Government of ...Read More >
State-run universities headed by officiating vice chancellors will soon have new permanent VCs, said Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Friday (October 17, 2025). "The appointment of VCs was delayed due to lack of clarity in the Act. Now, the Act has been amended. We already have a set of selection panels. We hope the universities would have full-time VCs in next two to three months," said Mr. Kambhampati during interaction with media here. Of the 17 State-run universities, as many as 13 ...Read More >
The Madhya Pradesh tourism department hosted a Travel Mart from October 11 to 13 in state capital Bhopal. The event saw the participation of more than 100 travel agents from 27 countries, besides film personalities, hoteliers, homestay owners and wedding planners, totalling to around 700 delegates. The state had been hosting travel marts till 2015-16, but stopped the practice. The Madhya Pradesh Travel Meet (MPTM) has now been branded and would become an annual event, to be held every October. ...Read More >
PUNE: Thousands of members of the Jain community on Friday rallied against the sale of the Seth Hirachand Nemchand Digambar Jain Boarding (SHND hostel) property -- a 3.5-acre plot in Model Colony housing a Jain temple and hostel. The protesters accused the Seth Hirachand Nemchand Smarak Trust of "betraying the (Jain) community's faith while selling the trust land in Model Colony to a Pune-based developer". At the centre of the controversy is a high-value transaction between the trust and Gokhal ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 14 (ANI): Days after the Central government announced a reduction of Goods and Services Taxes (GST) on Pashmina products to 5 per cent, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said the decision has increased the business potential for artisans and entrepreneurs. Singh's statement came as he visited the two-day "The Splendour of Kashmir" exhibition organised in the national capital with the support of FICCI-FLO. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi government's decision to ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: 'The Splendor of Kashmir' by Varuna Anand hosted an elegant showcase of its handcrafted Kashmiri Pashmina shawls at Le Meridien, New Delhi, celebrating the artistry of Kashmir while expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister of India for the reduction in GST on handicrafts from 12% to 5% - a request long championed by FICCI FLO in 2023-24. The exhibition was graced by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Science & Technology, GOI, as Chief Guest, al ...Read More >
Bhopal, Oct 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Managing Director of Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board (MPTB), Sheo Shekhar Shukla, on Friday said the government is working to make the state's rich heritage, wildlife, spirituality, and forest listed among the leading international destinations. Shukla made this statement on the concluding session of the two-day travel trade show, ITB Asia 2025, held at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore, on Friday. He stated that ITB Asia gave a vital global pla ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 17 (ANI): Haryana's pride, the magnificent Murrah bulls, are all set to take center stage at the Sadar Sammelan festival in Hyderabad. Among the participants are renowned champions such as Golu 2, Bajrangi, Rolex, and Basha, promising to capture the hearts of attendees with their impressive stature and strength. This festival not only highlights the rich cultural heritage of Haryana but also showcases the exceptional breeding of these iconic bulls that are ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 16 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said his government will introduce a bill in the upcoming assembly session to offer land rights to tea garden workers. The Assam government recognises the rights of tea estate workers over land along the garden lines, he said. "We are going to have the next assembly session from November 25. We will introduce a bill for giving land rights to our tea garden workers," Sarma said. In the last 10 days, at least two major ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 16: The Assam government, on Thursday, unveiled a series of welfare initiatives aimed at uplifting the Tea Tribe community, focusing on education, healthcare, employment, land rights and cultural recognition. Speaking at an event in Khanapara to hand over Rs 25,000 to each participant of February's Guinness World Record-making Jhumur performance, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the programmes would provide long-term benefits to the community. Emphasising Assam's rich cult ...Read More >
SINGAPORE, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has expanded its loyalty program with a new Diamond tier, rewarding Agoda's most loyal customers with even more discounts and added travel benefits. Agoda VIP Diamond Membership Tier The Diamond tier is the latest addition to AgodaVIP, Agoda's loyalty program, offering premium benefits designed to enhance the travel experience for users who frequently book their travel through Agoda. Diamond users will gain access to Agoda ...Read More >
New Delhi: Former President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday cautioned that rapid technological and environmental changes are creating new human rights challenges, particularly for workers in the informal sector and those facing climate-induced displacement. "Economic progress must always walk hand in hand with human dignity," he said, adding, "Climate change is no longer only an environmental concern and it is becoming a human rights imperative." Speaking at the 32nd Foundation Day of the National ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) Former President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday cautioned that rapid technological and environmental changes are creating new human rights challenges, particularly for workers in the informal sector and those facing climate-induced displacement. "Economic progress must always walk hand in hand with human dignity," he said, adding, "Climate change is no longer only an environmental concern and it is becoming a human rights imperative." Speaking at the 32nd Foundation Day of ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], October 16 (ANI): In a heartfelt tribute, both daughters of Haryana-cadre IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar performed the 'mukhagni' to his mortal remains during his last rites at the Sector 25 crematorium. The solemn ceremony was attended by Haryana DGP OP Singh, along with other dignitaries, honouring the legacy of the esteemed officer. Puran Kumar allegedly shot himself at his residence in Chandigarh on October 7. In the 'final note' he left behind, he accused eight ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board on Wednesday recommended Ahmedabad as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, with a final decision to be made at the General Assembly in Glasgow in Nov next year. The decision follows a rigorous evaluation of infrastructure, athlete experience and governance. Ahmedabad has been steadily building its case as India's next global sports capital.The Rs 6,000-crore Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave -- with the Narendra Modi Sta ...Read More >
AYODHYA: Ayodhya witnessed a unique confluence of north and south Indian culture on Wednesday as Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman joined Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath to unveil statues of south Indian saint-musicians Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandara Dasa and Arunachal Kavi at the Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar here.The ceremony, infused with devotion and south Indian rituals, saw the presence of Sitharaman's parents, adding an emotional dimension to the event. Sitharaman is ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints' lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya's emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city's blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Also Read | PM Narendra ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Addressing the gathering, Yo ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: CM Rekha Gupta on Sunday said the government is fully committed to supporting the Prajapati (Kumhar) community in every possible way. Speaking at the Prajapati (Kumhar) Mahakumbh, organised by the National Prajapati Federation at Adarsh Ramlila Ground in Narela, the Chief Minister assured that her government will continue to work for the welfare, education, skill development, and empowerment of the Prajapati community. Interacting with community representatives and artisans, the Chi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 3 (ANI): Netflix, in collaboration with GNCT of Delhi, hosted a special screening of 'Kurukshetra', the platform's first animated mythology, at the Delhi Secretariat Auditorium on Friday. The event was attended by Kapil Mishra, Minister for Art, Culture & Language, Government of NCT of Delhi and Niharika Rai, IAS, Managing Director & CEO, Delhi Tourism. Also Read | Rani Mukerji Takes Break From 'Mardaani 3' to Attend Ceremony of Cyber Awareness Month 2025 (See Pics). ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 3 (ANI): Netflix, in collaboration with GNCT of Delhi, hosted a special screening of Kurukshetra, the platform first animated mythology, at the Delhi Secretariat Auditorium on Friday. The event was attended by Kapil Mishra, Minister for Art, Culture & Language, Government of NCT of Delhi and Niharika Rai, IAS, Managing Director & CEO, Delhi Tourism. It was followed by a chat with writer-director of the series Ujaan Ganguly and Ashish Thapar, CEO of Hitech Animation, ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 3 (ANI): Veteran actor Nagarjuna Akkineni on Friday participated in Alai Balai festivities in Hyderabad. Nagarjuna, dressed in an ethnic kurta, was spotted greeting the audience with a smile. Also Read | Aryan Khan Opens Up on Fatigue While Directing 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'; Says Jaraj's Line 'Haarne Mein Aur Haar Maanne Mein Bohot Farak Hota Hai' Inspired Him. A while ago, TPCC chief, Bomma Mahesh Kumar Goud emphasised the importance of Alai Balai 20 ...Read More >
SINGAPORE - Indian musician Zubeen Garg died on Sept 19 after swimming in waters off St John's Island, and not while scuba diving as was initially reported by Indian media. In response to queries by The Straits Times on Oct 1, a spokesman for the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said it has extended a copy of the autopsy report, along with its preliminary findings on Zubeen's death to the High Commission of India upon their request. SPF had earlier ruled out foul play. The 52-year-old was with mo ...Read More >
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