Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s grand wedding hosted the biggest gathering of spiritual leaders. Making it the biggest congregation of such figures at a wedding ceremony in recent memory. During the ‘Blessing Ceremony’, groom Anant Ambani’s parents Nita and Mukesh Ambani paid their respects to the spiritual gurus. Nita and Mukesh Ambani paid respects to Shankaracharya of Dwarka Peeth Swami Sadananda Saraswati and Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath Swami Avimukteshwaranand. Other Gurus, including Gaur Gopal Das, Swami Rambhadracharya, Dhirendra Shastri attended the Blessing Ceremony.
12 September,2024 12:00 PM IST
On August 27, the West Bengal Governor criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of defying a Supreme Court order. The same day, Kolkata Police clashed with protesters during the Nabanna March, which was organized to demand justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The protest turned chaotic as demonstrators broke through barricades, resulting in violent confrontations with the police. The authorities responded with tear gas, water cannons, and lath-charges to disperse the crowd. This aggressive response further escalated tensions, as protesters expressed their outrage over the crime. The situation highlighted growing unrest and dissatisfaction with the state’s handling of both the criminal case and the broader issues of governance.
28 August,2024 05:06 PM IST
'Super 30’ founder Anand Kumar slammed ‘famous teachers’ over deaths of UPSC aspirants in Delhi. The three UPSC aspirants died due to flooding of the Rau's IAS Study Circle building basement in the central Delhi coaching hub of Old Rajinder Nagar following heavy rain on July 27. Water from a flooded drain gushed into the basement where a library was set up. This incident of UPSC aspirants death while in the coaching centre has led to huge protests from the students demanding compensation from the victims’ family.
02 August,2024 12:06 PM IST
Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the Shankaracharya of Badrinath seat, has expressed grave concern over the alleged 228 kilograms gold scam involving the Kedarnath shrine. He criticized authorities for not initiating an investigation into the Kedarnath gold scam controversy surrounding the gold-plating of the shrine in 2022. Swami Avimukteshwaranand issued a stern warning, urging strict action and threatening legal recourse if necessary. He emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in religious affairs, stating his readiness to take the matter to court to ensure justice prevails. The controversy has sparked widespread debate and raised questions about the management and oversight of sacred sites in India.
22 July,2024 11:25 AM IST
In a remarkable prelude to International Yoga Day on June 21, 127-year-old Yoga Guru and Padma Shri Swami Sivananda showcased extraordinary vitality in Mumbai. Demonstrating flawless and active yoga poses, Swami Sivananda exemplified the enduring benefits of this ancient Indian practice. Since its inception in 2015, International Day of Yoga has been globally observed following Prime Minister Modi's proposal, which was unanimously adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. This annual event continues to promote yoga's physical, mental, and spiritual rewards, emphasizing its universal appeal and contribution to holistic well-being worldwide.
16 June,2024 02:32 PM IST
Mythology is not just ancient history, it holds a treasure of life lessons for all of us. Hanuman Chalisa is one of the most viewed videos on Youtube but what message does it really convey? The internet is rife with pictures of Ram Setu and discussion on finding the Sanjeevani, but where does it find its roots in Mythology? Ramrajya has always been defined as an ideal world by many but what was it really like? In this special episode of Straight Talk with Katyayani Kapoor, renowned mythologist, author, and writer Devdutt Pattnaik spills secrets on the hidden messages from the Ramayan, the Hanuman Chalisa and gives his opinion on the depiction of mythology in today’s world.
15 June,2024 07:29 PM IST
On May 31, the first glimpses emerged of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's serene meditation session at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanniyakumari. After wrapping up his election campaign, PM Modi embarked on this spiritual journey, commencing on May 30. His itinerary included paying homage at the Bhagavathy Amman Temple in Kanyakumari before immersing himself in meditation at the Dhyan Mandapam. Set to meditate continuously until June 1 evening, PM Modi draws inspiration from the legacy of Swami Vivekananda, meditating at the very site where the revered sage once sought enlightenment. Watch video
31 May,2024 12:40 PM IST
Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda is one of the most popular actors in the country. With his charm and good looks, he has always managed to make his fans go "aww" over him. Apart from his films, it is his statements that found him dominating headlines. As Vijay Deverakonda celebrates his birthday, let's look back at times when the actor made it to the news with his statements
09 May,2024 05:39 PM IST
On her resignation from the Congress party, Radhika Khera says "During Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, the media chairman of Chhattisgarh Congress- Sushil Anand Shukha offered me alcohol and he along with 5-6 party workers used to knock the door of my room in inebriated condition. I informed Sachin Pilot, and Jairam Ramesh but nothing happened. I later understood that I was ignored because I did not follow the anti-Hindu ideology of the party..." Watch video for more.
06 May,2024 01:06 PM IST
Several Bollywood celebrities were seen at film producer Anand Pandit's daughter's reception on April 11. Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Bhumi Pednekar, Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra, Abhishek Bachchan, Ameesha Patel, and other B-town celebs graced the blue carpet with their presence
12 April,2024 06:27 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
