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Ayodhya, Oct 19 (UNI) Ayodhya illuminated the world once again as Deepotsav 2025 scripted yet another golden chapter in history. The divine banks of the Saryu glowed with 2,617,215 oil lamps, officially earning Uttar Pradesh two new Guinness World Records -- for the Largest Display of Oil Lamps and for the Most People Performing Diya Rotations simultaneously. The Guinness World Records adjudicator, Richard Stenning, announced the recognition amid thunderous applause, saying, "Today we have wit ...Read More >
Jorhat (Assam) [India], October 19 (ANI): Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday announced a three per cent reservation for the Tea and Adivasi communities in government jobs, and said a bill will also be introduced in the Assembly in November to grant ownership of land in tea garden lines to the workers. He said that the government will provide three per cent reservation for tea garden youths in Class I and Class II State government jobs, including the Assam Civil Service (ACS) and Assam ...Read More >
AYODHYA(UP): Two new world records were set at this year's Deepotsav in Ayodhya: 26.17 lakh diyas lit at the same place as 2,128 people performed 'aarti' together for the grand celebrations in the temple town, the Uttar Pradesh government said. Representatives from the Guinness Book of World Records made the announcement after verifying the count of the diyas using drones, a government statement said. UP Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh and Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat presented ...Read More >
Ayodhya witnessed a radiant celebration on Sunday (October 19) as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led the ninth edition of Deepotsav, marked by the lighting of over 26 lakh diyas across 56 ghats- a spectacle aiming for a new Guinness World Record. The event showcased Ayodhya's cultural grandeur and spiritual heritage, attracting thousands of devotees and volunteers. As part of the evening's festivities, Chief Minister Adityanath performed the aarti of artists dressed as Lord Ram, M ...Read More >
Ayodhya's Deepotsav this year will be a spectacular blend of tradition and technology. Over 1,100 indigenous drones will illuminate the skies, recreating scenes from the Ramayana. This will be complemented by mesmerizing 3-D holographic laser shows. More than 26 lakh earthen lamps will also light up the ghats of Ram Ki Paidi, promising a grand celebration for devotees. This year's Deepotsav in Ayodhya promises a stunning fusion of tradition and technology, with 1,100 indigenous drones lighting ...Read More >
Ayodhya: Preparations have begun at Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh for the ninth Deepotsav celebrations to mark the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. The city is set to create history by lighting over 26 lakhs diyas. According to reports, the administration has planned to light 26,11,101 lamps to illuminate Ram Ki Paidi and 56 ghats to create a divine spectacle that will not only dazzle the eyes but also fill hearts with devotion to Lord Shri Ram. "The radiance of these lamps will highlight Ayodhya's spi ...Read More >
Ayodhya Deepotsav 2025: Ayodhya is gearing up for its grand ninth Deepotsav celebration, which promises to surpass previous editions in scale and splendour. Scheduled for Diwali eve on October 19, the event plans to illuminate the Saryu ghats with more than 26 lakh earthen lamps, aiming for a new world record, according to the Uttar Pradesh government. The festival already holds a coveted place in the Guinness World Records. In 2023, it created two milestones, one for the highest number of peop ...Read More >
Ayodhya: Preparations are underway to set not one, but two world records this time in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. On Saturday, 21,000 devotees gathered for the Saryu Aarti, creating a record for the largest number of participants in an Aarti anywhere in the world. Organisers confirmed that a Guinness Book of World Records team was present during the event to verify the record claim. Meanwhile, preparations are in full swing to set another world record on Sunday evening by lighting 26,11,101 lamps a ...Read More >
The Karnataka government is facing embarrassment after netizens raised questions over the credibility of certificates claiming 'world records' for the highest number of women availing free travel tickets under the Shakti scheme and the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) as the most award-winning road transport corporation. On October 16, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah posted on X: "Karnataka enters the global stage with two historic world records - certified by the London Book of Wor ...Read More >
Lucknow: Hectic preparations are underway across Ayodhya for the success of Sunday's Deepotsav with volunteers giving final touches to the ghats. In all, 26.11 Lakh diyas will be illuminated along the Ram Ki Paidi and 56 other ghats this year. The state is eyeing to scale up its Guinness World Record with a new target.Describing it as a 'people's celebration', officials said over 33,000 volunteers along with locals are working in coordination to complete arrangements before the final rehearsal o ...Read More >
Ayodhya: Ayodhya is glowing with energy and faith as preparations for Deepotsav 2025 enter the final stage. The banks of the Saryu are being turned into a sea of light, with 26,11,101 diyas set to be lit on October 19. The sight is expected to create another Guinness World Record for the temple town. This year's Deepotsav is being powered by the people. About 33,000 volunteers, including students, teachers and local organisations, are working under the supervision of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) A study has documented an instance where genome sequencing and result interpretation were completed within just four hours, demonstrating the technique's feasibility for routine clinical use. Described in an article published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the time clocked to sequence one human genome surpassed the Guinness World Record of five hours and two minutes, which was achieved by a team from the US' Stanford University on March 16, 2021. Researchers an ...Read More >
Vintage postcards are a versatile and charming element that can add a unique touch to your home decor. These small pieces of history can be used in a variety of ways to enhance the aesthetic of any room. Whether you want to create an accent wall or add some character to your living space, vintage postcards offer endless possibilities. Here are some practical ways to incorporate them into your home decor. An accent wall with vintage postcards can become an eye-catching focal point in any room. S ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, Oct 15: More than 1.11 crore postcards were written by people associated with the cooperative sector in Gujarat to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, setting a new Guinness World Record in the process, officials said. In all, 1,11,75,000 postcards were written to the PM, thanking him for GST reforms and several other measures, said a state government release. For the first time in the world such a large number of postcards were written simultaneously, and Guinness Wor ...Read More >
Gandhinagar: More than 1.11 crore people associated with the cooperative sector in Gujarat wrote postcards to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, setting a new Guinness World Record in the process.The state's agriculture, farmer's welfare and cooperation department was awarded the 'Guinness World Records Recognition for Largest Postcard Numbers'. People wrote the postcards thanking PM Modi on various topics such as GST reforms as well as the Make in India and Har Ghar Swadeshi-Gha ...Read More >
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 9: In a remarkable demonstration of endurance, teamwork, and community spirit, Coimbatore has etched its name in Indian Book of Records with "Pulse30", achieving the Longest Continuous CPR Chest Compression Marathon. Also Read | Nirmala Sitharaman's Ayodhya Visit: Union Finance Minister Performs Aarti of Lord Ram Lalla With Family at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple (See Pics). Dr. K. Saravanan, Founder and Director, stated that the event was organized by the Fir ...Read More >
VMPL Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 9: In a remarkable demonstration of endurance, teamwork, and community spirit, Coimbatore has etched its name in Indian Book of Records with "Pulse30", achieving the Longest Continuous CPR Chest Compression Marathon. Dr. K. Saravanan, Founder and Director, stated that the event was organized by the First Heart Foundations Network in association with Southern Railways, and supported by the Sumangali Jewellers, District Child Protection Unit, SKAL Cl ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] October 8 (ANI): Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu praised Mumbai's growing potential at the inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International Airport, stating that the city is going to become a dream destination for the world. Speaking at the event where Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the airport, Kinjarapu highlighted the airport's significance in establishing Mumbai as a major aviation hub." "I come from Andhra. Everyone spoke ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Hundreds of people took part in the Bathukamma carnival hosted by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) at Tank Bund on Saturday evening, as part of the Dasara celebrations. The event showcased Telangana's cultural heritage and promoted the festival's tourism potential.The main attraction was a Bathukamma rally, accompanied by several highlights, including a floating Bathukamma on Hussainsagar that lit up the waters and drew loud cheers from the crowd. Food stalls se ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Bathukamma festival has set two Guinness World records on Monday, including a 63.11 feet tall Bathukamma and a mass dance event with 1,354 women dancing together. Thousands of women gathered at the Saroornagar stadium to perform the Guinness World Records event in Saddula Bathukamma, the last day of the festival paying respect to Goddesses Bathukamma with different kinds of flowers. The reigning Miss World Opal Sucheta was also present in the event adding special attraction ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Bathukamma, the floral festival that embodies the cultural spirit of Telangana, is being celebrated with grandeur across the state. On the last day of the festival, all the women gather together and celebrate by dancing and singing around the 'Bathukamma', a floral representation of the mother goddess. The Bathukamma program organised at the Saroornagar ground in Hyderabad has set two Guinness World Records: the largest folk dance and the largest Bathukamma. The Telangana government ...Read More >
An advertisement promoting a community event about dementia in B.C. shows a Punjabi word that roughly translates into English as "mishap" or "accident," rather than the relatively neutral and intended word, "event." Another line in the same ad, referring to stigma, uses a Punjabi word that roughly translates to a "black spot on a person's name" -- something akin to disgrace. These are some of the mistranslations that Jessie Kaur Lehail and Reetinder Kaur, co-developers of the Punjabi Translati ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Sep 15 (PTI) Noting that development and environment should complement each other, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday urged entrepreneurs and industrial houses operating in the state to plant maximum number of saplings as part of the 'Ek Peed Ma Ki Naam'- 2 campaign. Majhi made this appeal at a gathering of industrialists while performing the groundbreaking of 27 major projects in the state. "I urge all entrepreneurs and industrial institutions to plant as many sap ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Ladakh Marathon capped its record-breaking 12th edition with thrilling finishes in the Full Marathon, the Half Marathon, and the 11.2 km Run on Sunday. In the Full Marathon, spanning 42 kilometres, Jammu & Kashmir's Hans Raj crossed the line first in 2:47:41, while Ladakh's own Stanzin Chondol stormed to victory in the women's field with a time of 3:13:00 - a run that also placed her sixth overall among men and women. The 42 km race, which began and ended ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): The Ladakh Marathon capped its record-breaking 12th edition with thrilling finishes in the Full Marathon, the Half Marathon, and the 11.2 km Run on Sunday. In the Full Marathon, spanning 42 kilometres, Jammu & Kashmir Hans Raj crossed the line first in 2:47:41, while Ladakh own Stanzin Chondol stormed to victory in the women field with a time of 3:13:00, a run that also placed her sixth overall among men and women, as per a release from Ladakh marathon. Th ...Read More >
Minister Nara Lokesh's son Devaansh earned a place in theWorld Book of Records (WBR) for being the 'Fastest Checkmate Solver (chess) - 175 Puzzles'. The award was presented to him at the WBR Awards 2025 ceremony at the Westminster Hall in London on Saturday (September 13). According to a press release, Devaansh solved 175 progressively challenging checkmate puzzles taken from the renowned 'Chess: 5334 Problems, Combinations and Games', compiled by Hungarian chess teacher and master coach Laszlo ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Chess prodigy Nara Devaansh was awarded the prestigious World Book of Records Award 2025 at a ceremony held at Westminster Hall, London on Saturday for his remarkable achievement of setting the world record for the "Fastest Checkmate Solver - 175 Puzzles." In a milestone achievement, Devaansh last year had solved 175 progressively challenging checkmate puzzles taken from the renowned compilation 5,334 Problems, Combinations, and Games by László Polgár, at the "Checkmate Marathon." ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Ten-year-old chess prodigy Nara Devaansh, son of AP Education minister N. Lokesh, on Saturday received the prestigious World Book of Records Awards 2025 at a ceremony held in the Westminster Hall of London for setting a world record by becoming the "Fastest Checkmate Solver - 175 Puzzles." In a milestone achievement at the "Checkmate Marathon" last year, Devaansh solved 175 progressively challenging checkmate puzzles taken from the renowned László Polgár's compilation - 5,334 Proble ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Brahmanandam, the most popular comedian in Tollywood film industry and a Guinness World Record holder for appearing in the highest number of films as a comedian, has carved one of the most impactful careers in Indian cinema. With over a thousand films and four decades of unmatched comic timing, he remains the undisputed king of comedy. During the launch of his autobiography Me in English and Hindi at the Foreign Correspondents Club of South Asia, Delhi, Brahmanandam finally addressed ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 8 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday said India has the strength to overcome any global crisis and urged businesses to focus on swadeshi products and Atmanirbhar Bharat. Addressing the 56th EEPC India National Awards in New Delhi, Goyal said, No matter how big the problem arises in the global situation, India stands together as a nation. The country has the strength to overcome any crisis. Goyal further emphasised that businesses ...Read More >
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