Devotees in large numbers departed for Amarnath Yatra from Nunwan base camp in J&K’ Anantnag on June 29. People with great enthusiasm and devotion departed from the camp chanting ‘Bam-Bam Bhole’. Security forces have been deployed for the safe and peaceful journey of the pilgrims. The Amarnath Yatra commenced on June 29 and will conclude on August 19.
29 June,2024 11:37 AM IST
Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai expressed confidence in the party's improved performance over the 2019 elections, citing LS Exit Poll numbers. He anticipates surpassing the 20% vote share mark, previously deemed unattainable. Annamalai asserts that BJP will secure seats and send MPs from Tamil Nadu for the NDA on June 4, challenging the notion that the state is impervious to BJP influence. He projects a significant electoral leap, envisioning BJP alone touching 370 seats and NDA reaching 400. Annamalai's remarks underscore a strategic shift and growing confidence in BJP's electoral prospects in Tamil Nadu.
02 June,2024 12:52 PM IST
India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) surpassed all expectations and stood at 7.8 percent in the January-March quarter. The full-year 2023-24 GDP has been revised upwards to 8.2 percent from the second advance estimate of 7.6 percent, according to data released on May 31 by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. This surge marks an improvement from the 7.0 percent growth recorded in the preceding fiscal year, showcasing the resilience and strength of the Indian economy amidst evolving global dynamics. According to the press release, the sector-wise analysis further illuminates the economic landscape, with real gross value added (GVA) experiencing a growth rate of 7.2 percent in 2023-24, compared to the 6.7 percent growth observed in 2022-23. The manufacturing sector has emerged as a key driver of this growth, witnessing a surge of 9.9 percent in 2023-24, a stark contrast to -2.2 percent growth registered in the previous year. In addition to the annual estimates, the release also provided Quarterly Estimates of GDP for the Fourth quarter (January-March) of 2023-24, offering insights into the economy's performance in the final quarter of the fiscal year. In Q4, both Real GVA and Real GDP showcased robust growth, with rates reaching 6.3 percent and 7.8 percent, respectively. These figures underscore the economy's resilience and steady momentum amidst global uncertainties and challenges.
01 June,2024 04:52 PM IST
Heavy rush was witnessed outside the Ayodhya Ram Mandir as a sea of devotees thronged the temple to offer prayers and have Darshan of Shri Ram Lalla on the first morning after the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya Ram Mandir. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22 took part in the much-awaited consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla’s idol at Ayodhya Ram Mandir amid the chants of Vedic mantras and sacred ceremony. PM Narendra Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, and Governor Ananadiben Patel offered prayers to Ram Lalla. The idol was unveiled at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya during the pran pratishtha ceremony. People across India celebrated the milestone event. ”
23 January,2024 12:30 PM IST
Nepal earthquake has ravaged Nepal with immense loss of lives and property sending shockwaves around the world. In the wake of the catastrophe, Nepalese PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal arrived at the affected areas and took stock of the situation. After assessing the situation, PM Dahal immediately called for a cabinet meeting of the Disaster Management Committee tomorrow. Nepal was jolted by a massive 6.6-magnitude earthquake on the late night of November 03 and continued to feel aftershocks, with a magnitude of 3.3. Meanwhile, Indian PM Narendra Modi had expressed his condolences as he said that he is ‘deeply saddened’ by the loss of lives. India also released an emergency contact number for Indians who require urgent assistance. Efforts are underway to provide medical assistance to those injured in the earthquake. The earthquake's impact has not been confined to Nepal alone, tremors were felt in several districts of North India, including Delhi-NCR, UP, and Bihar.
05 November,2023 12:13 PM IST
'Phoonk Le’ featuring gorgeous #NiaSharma is backed by #Saregama India, the country’s oldest and most popular music label. Watch the actress talk about the efforts, fun moments, and more that went behind making the song.
11 January,2022 10:50 PM IST | Mumbai
#Temples open up with strict #Covid19 protocols, which includes thermal checking and oximetre reading at the entrance
08 October,2021 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
With a large number of people dependent on jobs in the city, ticket sales zoom at these stations; maximum tickets issued at #Dombivli on CR and at #Bhayandar on WR, Stations in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (#MMR) saw larger crowds on Tuesday. Stations like #Dombivli, #MiraRoad, #Virar and #Vasai saw many queuing up for monthly passes.
18 August,2021 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai recorded the lowest test positivity rate (TPR) of the second wave on June 21 as it dipped below 2 per cent, while fatalities were in single digits. The number of new cases also saw a significant dip. As per the civic body’s report, Mumbai recorded 521 new cases and a TPR of 1.9 per cent
22 June,2021 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
Setting an example for the masses, BMC's Health department’s additional municipal commissioner, Suresh Kakani, took a step to motivate civic workers and got vaccinated on 8th February. Civic officials said that many police personnel turned up for the vaccine along with many aanganwadi workers. Watch this video to find out more.
10 February,2021 12:00 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
