Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Union Minister Murli Manohar Joshi has asserted that Urdu is fundamentally an Indian language, emphasizing that it should not be viewed through the prism of religion or politics. Speaking at a public event focused on language and culture, Joshi highlighted the historical evolution of Urdu in India...
The demolition of the historic Gurdwara Singh Sabha, a Sikh place of worship believed to be around 125 years old, has triggered widespread concern among Sikh communities, heritage conservationists, and political leaders. The incident has reignited debates over the preservation of religious and cultural heritage sites in Pakistan, particularly those associated with minority communities. Indian...
In a significant cultural and infrastructural milestone for Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated a majestic statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport. The unveiling ceremony marked an important step in integrating Maharashtra’s rich historical legacy with one of the state’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. The event drew senior government...
India has expressed serious concern over the demolition of a statue of Lord Vishnu in a disputed border region between Thailand and Cambodia, describing the incident as a disrespectful act that has hurt religious sentiments and risks further escalating an already volatile situation. The development comes amid renewed military tensions between the two Southeast Asian...
In what is being called one of the most daring museum robberies in recent history, thieves stole royal jewellery worth an estimated $102 million (around ₹850 crore) from the Louvre Museum in Paris. Experts and investigators now fear the treasures may never be recovered in their original form. The Heist: Precision and Planning According to...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched the Gyan Bharatam Portal at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, marking a significant step towards the digitisation and preservation of India’s ancient manuscript heritage. The launch took place at the inauguration of a three-day international conference on traditional knowledge, themed “Reclaiming India’s Knowledge Legacy through Manuscript Heritage,” being...
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the people of India on the occasion of Onam, Kerala’s vibrant 10-day harvest festival. In a post on X, he said, “Wishing everyone a very happy Onam! May this beautiful festival bring renewed joy, good health, and abundant prosperity to all. Onam reflects the timeless...
The historic Sharada Bhawani Temple in Budgam district of Kashmir was reopened on Sunday, August 31, over three decades after it was closed, in a ceremony that brought together the Kashmiri Pandit community and local Muslim residents. The temple, located in Ichkoot village, was reopened with traditional rituals of Mahurat and Pran Pratishtha, marking the...
In a major cultural win, the Maharashtra Government has successfully retrieved the historic Firangi sword of Maratha commander Raghuji Bhosale, founder of the Nagpur Bhosale dynasty, after securing it through a competitive auction held in London. Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar officially took custody of the artefact on Monday and announced that it would arrive...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his address at the ‘Aadi Thiruvathirai’ Festival in Tamil Nadu, stated that Operation Sindoor has compelled the world to acknowledge India’s strength and resolve. The operation, launched on May 7 in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, ignited a new spirit and instilled confidence across the...