UAE’s first Hindu temple is in the making in Abu Dhabi. The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir of Abu Dhabi is being built by BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the Temple on February 14, 2024. The project for the construction of the Temple was launched in 2018. PM Modi unveiled a model of the traditional stone temple as well. The Temple is a reflection of the graciousness of Govt of UAE, which has gifted 17 acres of land to it. The first will act as a catalyst for the flourishment of humanitarian values and harmony between the two nations. In addition to 3.5 million Indians, who have made UAE their second home, every Indian around the world, is eagerly awaiting the completion of the Temple.
30 December,2023 01:41 PM IST | Mumbai
Amid row between India and Canada over killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Nijjar, Indian diplomat was heckled in Scotland. Indian High Commissioner to the UK Vikram Doraiswami was prevented from entering a Gurudwara in Glasgow. A video has been doing rounds on social media where a man was seen blocking Doraiswami from entering the Glasgow Gurudwara. Instead of getting into an argument, the Indian High Commissioner decided to leave in his car. The issue has been raised with the UK Foreign Office and also the police, according to sources. Sharply reacting to the incident, Sikh leaders from BJP slammed the pro-Khalistanis and said that anyone can enter a Gurdwara. This is not the first time that an Indian diplomat has faced such misbehavior. Earlier this year as well, Indian diplomats in Canada and UK have been openly threatened. UK High Commission was vandalized by Khalistani radicals in London in March. Notably, UK PM Rishi Sunak during his visit to India for G20 said he won’t tolerate extremism in the country
30 September,2023 05:16 PM IST | Mumbai
Indian actor Sunny Deol attended a special screening of the highly successful Bollywood movie 'Gadar 2' on August 22 at Vue cinema in London's Leicester Square. The event featured a warm reception with energetic dhol beats, and Sunny Deol even joined in the celebration by dancing to the beats. Sunny Deol reflected on the impact of the original Gadar film, stating that despite initial hesitation to create a sequel, the concept resonated with the team during the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasized his desire to savor the present moment and take things step by step in his career. Sunny Deol also expressed his aspiration to contribute to the cinema landscape with movies that captivate audiences with grandeur and meaningful values, aligning with the desires of contemporary moviegoers.
22 August,2023 03:04 PM IST
A day ahead of the International Day of Yoga 2023, people performed yoga at Trafalgar square in London. The event was organised by the Indian High Commission and the mayor of London. Apart from the Indian diaspora, a number of foreign nationals also took part in the event. Author Amish Tripathi also participated in the event and shared his experience. Every year, International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21 worldwide. This year, the International Day of Yoga celebrations will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York on June 21.
20 June,2023 05:42 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
