New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) A three-day Indraprastha Cultural Festival 2026, organised by the Delhi government, kicked off on Friday with Art and Culture Minister Kapil Mishra describing it as a platform to redefine the city’s civilizational identity. Addressing the inaugural session as the Chief Guest, Mishra described the festival as “a significant step towards cultural renaissance.”“The very selection of the name ‘Indraprastha’ is a cultural assertion in itself. It reflects an effor…
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Patna, March 24 (IANS) The sacred festival of Chaiti Chhath has reached its third day, with devotees across Bihar observing rituals with deep faith and devotion. On Tuesday evening, fasting devotees offered Arghya (ritual water offering) to the setting Sun God, Surya, praying for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of their families and society.A massive gathering of devotees was witnessed at the river banks, ponds and other water bodies of Patna, especially along the banks of the Ganga River.S…
New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) The Delhi government’s Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department has floated a tender to procure two boats for monitoring and survey operations on the Yamuna river, officials said.The tender, issued on March 12, seeks two vessels with an estimated combined cost of around Rs 6.2 crore, with each boat expected to cost about Rs 3.1 crore. The boats will be used for river monitoring, surveys and inspection visits by senior officials.According to the tender docum…
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday attended a programme organised at Namo Ground, Khajuri Chowk, in the North East Delhi Parliamentary Constituency to mark the completion of one year of the government. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister described the past 365 days as a year defined by “public trust, commitment to service and the outcomes of good governance”.She stated that “First step of change, one year of development” is not merely a slo…
New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Indian Railways successfully managed rail traffic during the Mauni Amavasya period, operating 244 special trains across the country since January 3, ensuring smooth and convenient travel for devotees, according to an official statement issued by the Ministry of Railways on Monday.These trains, of which 31 were of Northern Railway (NR), 158 trains of North Central Railway (NCR), and 55 trains of North Eastern Railway (NER), served around 4.5 lakh passengers. The special s…
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Indian Railways has achieved record production of General and non-AC coaches equipped with modern passenger-friendly facilities to accommodate rising demand at affordable fares for the common man, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Railways on Tuesday.Indian Railways has a robust coach production programme for the current and the next financial years to further strengthen and modernise its passenger fleet.For the financial year 2025–26, which is already …
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Indian Railways operated more than 43,000 special train trips in to ensure smooth travel and clear the rush during major religious festivals and peak holiday seasons in 2025, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Railways on Friday.These initiatives reflect the Railways’ continued commitment to meeting increased passenger demand and providing seamless connectivity across the country. In 2025, special train operations were significantly scaled up, highlight…
Every October, Patna transforms into a city of devotion and light as thousands gather along the Ganga to celebrate Chhath…
October has always been one of the most vibrant months in India, filled with spiritual energy, devotion, and cultural festivities.…
In 2025, Chhath Puja will be celebrated with immense devotion from Tuesday, October 28 to Friday, October 31, 2025. This…