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PAKISTAN HAS issued around 2,800 visas to Indian nationals for the annual Baisakhi pilgrimage this year, which starts on April 10. Last year, around 6,500 Indians got to visit various gurdwaras in Pakistan for the 10-day pilgrimage. This is the first Baisakhi pilgrimage which will be held post the Pahalgam terror attack of April 2025 and Operation Sindoor in May. In a statement posted on X, the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday said, "On the occasion of Baisakhi festival, the Pa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued over 2,800 visas to Indian pilgrims for the upcoming Baisakhi celebrations, scheduled to take place in Pakistan from April 10 to 19, 2026. The pilgrims will visit significant Sikh religious sites, including Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Gurdwara Nankana Sahib, and Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib, the official statement read. Also Read | Global Shares Mostly Rise Ahead of Trump's Deadline on Iran. Extending his greetings o ...Read More >
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu), Apr 1 (PTI) Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday accused the BJP of having plotted to cause violence in Tamil Nadu, "like what happened in Uttar Pradesh and Manipur" and asserted that it was outmanoeuvred. Addressing a DMK rally here for the upcoming Assembly polls, Stalin, the president of the ruling DMK, listed schemes implemented in Tiruchirappalli region by his government. He referred to initiatives including Panchapur bus terminus, mini-stadium, jallikattu ar ...Read More >
Onam is the biggest festival in Kerala. People from all communities celebrate it, and the mood is always lively. The festival marks the homecoming of King Mahabali. He is remembered as a ruler who was fair and generous. Onam usually happens in August or September, in the Malayalam month of Chingam. The main day is Thiruvonam, which everyone looks forward to. In the days before Onam, homes are cleaned and decorated. Pookalams, which are floral designs, appear at entrances and courtyards. Flowers ...Read More >
Onam 2025 is approaching, celebrating King Mahabali's return with vibrant festivities. Kerala transforms into a spectacle of flower carpets, boat races, and grand feasts. The festival blends tradition with modern expressions through wishes, messages, and social media statuses. It emphasizes community, joy, and the spirit of sharing during this auspicious time. The auspicious Onam festival is round the corner, which honours King Mahabali, the benevolent ruler who returns every year to check in o ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025 ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Jul 19 (PTI) The Kerala government on Saturday said its official Onam celebrations will be held over seven days, starting September 3. Thiruvonam, the most important day of the harvest festival, will be celebrated on September 5. A meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan finalised the schedule for the week-long festivities, which will conclude with a grand cultural procession in the capital, according to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). The ce ...Read More >
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has announced an extension for the distribution of Pongal gift hampers to eligible ration card holders, allowing them to collect their hampers until January 25, 2025. This decision comes as many families as possible, including those in Sri Lankan refugee camps, have yet to receive their hampers. Out of the 2.2 crore eligible ration card holders, around 1.87 crore beneficiaries have already collected their hampers. To ensure the remaining families can partici ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], January 14 (ANI): Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Monday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deteriorating health condition of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewall, who has been on a fast unto death since November 26 at the Khanauri border in Punjab. "On the cusp of Pongal, a festival celebrating farmers and their sacrifices, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a farmer leader, lies on his 47th day of a fast-unto-death. His demands are genuine, yet his health deteriorates w ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Jan 13 (PTI) The 'International Kite and Sweet Festival,' a vibrant celebration of colours and flavours coinciding with 'Makara Sankranti,' the harvest festival, began at the Secunderabad Parade Ground on Monday. The three-day event was inaugurated by Telangana ministers Jupally Krishna Rao and Ponnam Prabhakar, who also extended their Sankranti greetings to the public. The festival features participants from 16 countries, including 40 international kite flyers and 60 national kite ...Read More >
Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 8 (ANI): V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has demonstrated its commitment to supporting the renewable energy sector by achieving remarkable growth in windmill blade handling during the financial year 2024-25. Up to December 2024, the Port, in a statement this week, said it handled 1,869 windmill blades, a significant growth of 40 per cent compared to the 1,332 blades handled during the same period in the previous financial year. Also Read | Juhu Trage ...Read More >
Marking her debut as a Lok Sabha member, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took oath on Thursday during Parliament's winter session. Representing Wayanad, she chose to wear a Kasavu saree, paying tribute to Kerala's unique cultural identity. Her choice of attire combined elegance with tradition, resonating with her constituency's heritage. What is a Kasavu Saree? The Kasavu saree, a hallmark of Kerala's culture, is known for its pristine white or cream base adorned with a golden border. Th ...Read More >
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