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At least 78 mandals in Andhra Pradesh recorded temperatures above 40°C, with the day's highest maximum of 42.4°C reported in Gudur, Nellore district, on Sunday (March 29, 2026). The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) had issued alerts for the districts of Alluri Sitharama Raju, Polavaram, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, and NTR, as heatwave conditions were likely in 87 out of 671 mandals. Of these, four mandals experienced severe heatwave conditions. The India Met ...Read More >
Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Mahavira, whose teachings of non-violence Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most significant festivals for the Jain community, marking the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira. Celebrated with devotion and simplicity, the day highlights teachings of peace, non-violence and spiritual awakening. Here are 10 important facts every devotee should know: BIRTH OF LORD MAHAVIRA Lord Mahavira was born in 599 BCE in Kundagrama, near present-day Vaishali in Bihar. His ...Read More >
Lucknow, Mar 31 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, and said the teachings of Lord Mahavir continue to guide humanity. "Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all devotees and residents of the state on the sacred jayanti of the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, Lord Mahavira," the CM posted on X in Hindi. The teachings of Lord Mahavira, which illuminate the entire world with the eternal principles of tr ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti on Tuesday and said the life and teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir continue to illuminate the path of truth, non-violence and compassion. He said Bhagwan Mahavir's ideals are spiritually uplifting and also deeply relevant in today's world and his emphasis on equality and kindness reminds people of everyone's shared responsibility towards society. "Best wishes on the sacred occasion of Bhagwan Maha ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) alerted that light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms will be witnessed in several districts of the State due to the impact of a surface circulation and trough on Tuesday. According to APSDMA Managing Director (MD) Prakhar Jain, districts including Srikakulam, ASR, Polavaram, Kurnool, and Nandyal are likely to get scattered showers with lightning. Light rainfall is expected at places in Vizianagaram, Many ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): The Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar today during his visit to Gujarat to inaugurate multiple projects. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka and a revered figure in Jain tradition known for his commitment to non-violence and propagation of Jainism, the museum showcases the rich historical, cultural, and spiritual legacy of Jainism. Also Read | 28 Ships Bound for Ind ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): The Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar today during his visit to Gujarat to inaugurate multiple projects. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka and a revered figure in Jain tradition known for his commitment to non-violence and propagation of Jainism, the museum showcases the rich historical, cultural, and spiritual legacy of Jainism. In a post on X, PM Modi shared a g ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the countrymen on Mahavir Jayanti and wished that the teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir continue to illuminate the path of truth, non-violence and compassion. Mahavira Janma Kalyanaka is one of the most significant religious festivals in Jainism. It commemorates the birth of Mahavira, who is the 24th and final Tirthankara of the current Avasarpini. This festival is celebrated in March or April accordin ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: At an old age home in Asola Mehrauli, dinner is usually a quiet, reassuring routine for inmates. Food is served on time, medicines are handed out, and conversations drift till it is bedtime.On Monday, though, the rhythm was suddenly disrupted. Around 42 people, over 85 years old, were served only bread and fruit after the kitchen ran out of cooking gas. The disruption, highlighted in a post on X by the home's owner, Pravesh Jain, points to an alleged shortage of LPG cylinders that has ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31: Banks across several parts of India will remain closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, on account of Mahavir Jayanti, as per the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act. The festival, also known as Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir and is one of the most important occasions in Jainism. However, bank closures on March 31 are not uniform across the country. Since India follows a region-wise holiday system, banks will remain shut only in sel ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday to inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar, and launch several significant development projects across the state, covering cultural, technological, and infrastructural milestones. Speaking ahead of his visit, the Prime Minister said in a post on social media: "The Samrat Samprati Museum is a testament to the rich legacy of Jainism and India's civilisational traditions. It w ...Read More >
Mumbai: Banks, with the largest collective weighting on Nifty, slumped Monday after the RBI Friday ordered net-position curbs on lenders to underpin the rupee that in FY26 lost the most in 14 years. All 14 constituents of the Bank Nifty lost, dragging the benchmark Nifty more than 2% lower. The Bank Nifty, meanwhile, retreated 3.8% to 50,275.35 - the lowest closing since April 9, 2025 - after the central bank set a $100 million end-of-day net position threshold for lenders. The newly-introduced ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: The Jain community across India and the global diaspora is observing Mahavir Jayanti 2026 today, March 31. This auspicious day marks the 2624th birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira, the 24th and final Tirthankara of Jainism. As one of the most significant festivals in the Jain calendar, the occasion is being marked by spiritual discourses, ceremonial processions, and a renewed commitment to the principles of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Satya (truth). LatestLY brings "Happy Mahavir ...Read More >
In his letter to Bhujbal, Lodha has sought five commercial gas cylinders for each of 16 Jain temples for religious observance "Oli Ayambil" during the month of Chaitra. However, a few organisations and residents questioned whether such a request for a particular community was appropriate during what they claimed was a cooking gas shortage amid the West Asia conflict. They claimed community meals during Ram Navami were affected due to "lack" of gas. The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena also objected ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday and inaugurate the Samrat ... New Delhi [India], March 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday and inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Kaynes Semicon Plant at Sanand, Ahmedabad, and unveil development projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore. In a post on X, PM Modi said he ...Read More >
From L to R: Vijayta Raheja, Director, Saryu Properties and Hotels Private Ltd. (SPHPL), Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Nikhil K. Raheja, MD, SPHPL, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director (South West Asia) at the pre-opening event. The K Raheja Group has unveiled their integrated hospitality project comprising of voco Mumbai Powai Hotel and Convention Centre, and Holiday Inn Express and Suites which has come up in an association with IHG Hotels & Resorts. The deal was first announced in ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday and inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Kaynes Semicon Plant at Sanand, Ahmedabad, and unveil development projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore. Also Read | Liquor Policy Case: ED Moves Delhi High Court Challenging Arvind Kejriwal's Acquittal in Complaints Over Non-Compliance With Summons. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday and inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. During the visit, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Kaynes Semicon Plant at Sanand, Ahmedabad, and unveil development projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore. In a post on X, PM Modi said he will take part in programmes that cover areas such as culture, semiconductors, infrastructure, health and rural de ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, March 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on March 31 to inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar, and launch several significant development projects across the state, covering cultural, technological, and infrastructural milestones. Speaking ahead of his visit, the Prime Minister said in a post: "The Samrat Samprati Museum is a testament to the rich legacy of Jainism and India's civilisational traditions. It will provide v ...Read More >
New Delhi: March 31st -- the final day of the financial year -- marks Mahavir Jayanti; consequently, schools across several states in the country are scheduled to remain closed. From the national capital, Delhi, to states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh, schools will observe a holiday. This festival is celebrated across numerous states throughout the country. On this day, various programs and events are organised in schools and colleges in remembrance of Lord Mahavir. For follower ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended greetings to fellow citizens, especially the Jain community, on the eve of Mahavir Jayant. In her message, the President said Bhagwan Mahavir's five principles -- Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (self-control), and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) -- inspire people to walk on the right path in life. "On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my greetings and bes ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 30 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday where he will inaugurate a semiconductor plant at Sanand and lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore. The prime minister will also address a gathering after inaugurating the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar at around 10 am. At 12.34 pm, Modi will inaugurate the Kaynes Semicon Plant at Sanand, Ahmedabad, marking the commenc ...Read More >
The MLA allegedly fired blank shots while participating in shobha yatra ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * A case was registered against Odisha MLA Naveen Jain for firing blank rounds during Ram Navami * The incident caused panic among devotees and raised public safety concerns in Balangir district * The MLA's Personal Security Officer was suspended and removed from his security detail immediately Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode A case ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Monday sharply criticised the BJP over an incident in Odisha where Titlagarh MLA Nabin Kumar Jain allegedly fired shots in the air during a Ram Navami procession, accusing the saffron party of using religious events to promote violence and polarisation. In a strongly worded statement posted on X, the TMC said: "Odisha used to be a peaceful state. Then @BJP4India happened. Their Titlagarh MLA, Nabin Kumar Jain, fired shots during a Rama Navami process ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 30: The Jain community across India and the world is set to observe Mahavir Jayanti 2026 on Tuesday, March 31. Marking the 2624th birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira, the festival is the most significant event in the Jain calendar, celebrating the life and enduring philosophy of the 24th Tirthankara. The core message of Lord Mahavira, "Live and Let Live," remains a global anchor for peace. Scroll below to get "Happy Mahavir Jayanti" wishes, messages, quotes and images to share. ...Read More >
Tourists and travel agencies may apply for permits through the district collectorate in Mangan or through authorised travel operators as per government guidelines, he said. Mangan District Collector Anant Jain said permits will be issued to tourists for trips to Lachen and other areas in North Sikkim from Monday by the district administration and the tourism department. The Mangan district had stopped issuing permits to tourists to visit Lachen and Gurudongmar lake, and many areas in North Sik ...Read More >
Pankaj Jain New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Wednesday took oath as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi at Lok Niwas. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, members of the Delhi Cabinet and Chief Secretary attended the oath-taking ceremony. The oath of office was administered by the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. Delhi MLAs, residents from Amritsar, and family members of Sandhu were also present at the ceremony. Earlier in the day, Sandhu met union Home Minister Amit Shah at h ...Read More >
New Delhi: The CBI has intensified its investigation into the alleged GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam with the arrest of a key individual linked to the scheme's technology infrastructure. The Central Bureau of Investigation arrested Ayush Varshney, who served as co-founder and CTO of Darwin Labs Private Limited. Authorities said the arrest relates to the ongoing probe into the GainBitcoin cryptocurrency fraud case. According to the agency, the case involves an alleged Ponzi scheme promoted by V ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 17 (PTI) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday apologised for the issues faced by attendees on the opening day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, calling the turnout "phenomenal" and promising a smoother experience in the coming days. The world's largest artificial intelligence summit opened to packed halls and long queues on Monday. Huge crowds meant long queues and overcrowding which was compounded by unclear instructions. Mobile data connectivity too was an issue. Addre ...Read More >
Kolkata, Feb 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which is investigating the multi-crore coal smuggling case in West Bengal, is also currently examining the hawala aspect related to the diversion of illicit proceeds overseas. Sources aware of the development said the investigating officials have secured some specific information that part of the proceeds of the crime in the alleged scam were diverted to neighbouring Bangladesh and Dubai through the hawala route. The probe offi ...Read More >
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