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Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 31 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay will file his nomination on April 2 for the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly constituency ahead of the upcoming state elections. Vijay will submit his nomination before the Assistant Returning Officer at the Ariyamangalam Zonal Office (Zone 2). The filing is scheduled for 12:30 PM at the Tiruchirappalli East Tahsildar Office, sources said. Also Read | Nalanda Temple Stampede: 6 Devotees Killed, Se ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on March 31, coinciding with Mahavir Janmakalyanak. Named after Samrat Samprati Maharaj (224 to 215 BC), the grandson of Samrat Ashoka and a great figure of Jainism and a preacher of non-violence, the museum showcases the historical, cultural and spiritual legacy of Jainism, a statement by organisers said. Its seven wings, each dedicated to different and unique aspects of India's traditions, offer ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier governments had neglected India's manuscript heritage due to a "colonial mindset", as he inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said it should have been the nation's responsibility after Independence to identify and preserve ancient manuscripts, but this had not been done. "Due to a colonial mindset, no at ...Read More >
Thiruvanthapuram (Keralam) [India], March 31 (ANI): Amid an intensifying political climate as Keralam prepares for the April 9 Assembly elections, BJP State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday launched a twin-pronged attack on the opposition, labelling Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a 'record holder in telling lies' while accusing the state's Left leadership of 'double standards and hypocrisy.' Keralam BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar, while talking to the reporters, responded to Congr ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised the architecture and design of the Samrat Samprati Museum at Korba Pith, saying it beautifully reflects India's grandeur and identity. Speaking at the inauguration, the Prime Minister highlighted that the museum's seven galleries showcase India's cultural richness and diversity. He noted that the first gallery introduces visitors to the Navpad (Nine Jewels) -- Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyay, and S ...Read More >
GANDHINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised the architecture and design of the Samrat Samprati Museum at Korba Pith, saying it beautifully reflects India's grandeur and identity. Speaking at the inauguration, the Prime Minister highlighted that the museum's seven galleries showcase India's cultural richness and diversity. He noted that the first gallery introduces visitors to the Navpad (Nine Jewels) -- Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyay, and Sadhu Sangh -- presenting Samyak Da ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised the architecture and design of the Samrat Samprati Museum at Korba Pith, saying it beautifully reflects India's grandeur and identity. Speaking at the inauguration, the Prime Minister highlighted that the museum's seven galleries showcase India's cultural richness and diversity. He noted that the first gallery introduces visitors to the Navpad (Nine Jewels) -- Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyay, and S ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 30 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday greeted citizens on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti and asked all to pledge to adopt his messages in their lives to continuously strive for the country's progress. Bhagwan Mahavir's five principles -- Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (self-control) and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) -- inspire us to walk on the right path in life, she said in a message. By adopting these principles, we can make our ...Read More >
Mahavir Jayanti 2026 Date: Jain community across the world prepares to observe the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir with prayers, rituals, and acts of compassion. Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important festivals for followers of Jainism. It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, who is regarded as the 24th and last Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) in Jain tradition. The day is observed with great devotion and respect by the Jain community across India and around the world. Mahavir ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended her heartfelt greetings on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, calling upon citizens to continuously strive toward building a more sensitive, peaceful, and inclusive society. President Murmu further highlighted that Lord Mahavir's teachings inspired people to lead lives rooted in compassion. "On this sacred occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all citizens of the country, especially to all m ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, and toured its galleries, viewing rare artefacts and historical collections documenting the evolution of Jainism. Located within the Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra campus, the museum is named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Emperor Ashoka and a prominent figure in Jain tradition known for promoting non-violenc ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Congress on Tuesday extended hearty greetings to all on Lord Mahavir Jayanti and said his teachings of truth, non-violence, sacrifice and compassion are inspirational for the entire world and show the path to human welfare. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi took to social media 'X' and said, "Hearty greetings to all of you on Lord Mahavir Jayanti. His teachings of truth, non-violence, sacrifice and compassion are inspirational for the entir ...Read More >
Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in the Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra campus in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka, the museum showcases the rich historical, cultural, and spiritual legacy of Jainism. The Prime Minister will also travel to Vav-Tharad and lay the foundation stone, inaugurate, and dedicate to the Nation multiple development projects worth more t ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, Mar 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the newly built 'Samrat Samprati Museum', dedicated to Jain heritage and values of non-violence, at Koba village in Gandhinagar. The PM, along with Jain seers, inaugurated the museum on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. The museum, located at the Shri Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra, is named after Samrat Samprati Maharaj (224-215 BC), the grandson of Samrat Ashoka and a Mauryan ruler known for propagating Jainism and the ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Domestic stock exchanges BSE and NSE will remain closed on Tuesday on account of Shri Mahavir Jayanti. In addition, the bourses will have 11 more days of official holidays this year, except Saturdays and Sundays. In commodities, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will remain closed during the morning session -- 9 am to 5 pm -- on Tuesday due to the festival. However, trading will resume in the evening session from 5 pm to 11:30 pm, according to the exchange. Meanwhile, the Na ...Read More >
New Delhi/Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on Tuesday, where he is set to inaugurate key projects spanning culture, technology, and infrastructure, along with laying the foundation for development works worth nearly Rs 20,000 crore. Marking Mahavir Jayanti, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar. Named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka and a revered figure in Jain tradition, the museum showcases the rich ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The members of Jain community in twin cities celebrated the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Mahavir with devotion on Tuesday. The ceremony started with special ritual using herbs and medicinal plants, signifying spiritual purification and healing. Devotees were engaged in religious rituals inspired by the teachings of Mahavir, who preached the right faith, knowledge and right conduct for the welfare of society. All 35 Jain temples in the city have been adorned with lights and floral de ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Domestic stock exchanges BSE and NSE will remain closed on Tuesday on account of Shri Mahavir Jayanti. In addition, the bourses will have 11 more days of official holidays this year, except Saturdays and Sundays. In commodities, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will remain closed during the morning session -- 9 am to 5 pm -- on Tuesday due to the festival. However, trading will resume in the evening session from 5 pm to 11:30 pm, according to the e ...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. ...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 >
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 >
Kolkata rain today: Kolkata is likely to experience rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in the City of Joy and Hooghly district today, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast. On Wednesday, Kolkata may see partly cloudy sky with possibility of development of thunder lightning. On April 2 and 3, there will be clear skies in the city. Kolkata is likely to witness rain, thundershowers with strong gusty winds on Tuesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted. Th ...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, 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 >
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 >
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 >
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