George Town, May 3 (IANS) A newly opened Indian cultural facility in Malaysia is drawing attention for showcasing rare and historically significant artefacts that highlight the depth and diversity of India’s heritage.The Indian Heritage Gallery and Cultural Centre at George Town in Penang has emerged as a unique space dedicated to preserving and presenting Indian art, traditions, and history to a global audience, particularly the Indian diaspora in Malaysia.Among its standout exhibits is a tradi…
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New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of Parshuram Jayanti, highlighting the values of justice, truth, and inner strength associated with Lord Parshuram.The Prime Minister wrote on X, “Heartfelt wishes to all on Lord Parshuram Jayanti. From Him, we draw inspiration to stand firm against injustice and remain steadfast on the path of truth. May the grace of Lord Parshuram – the symbol of unparalleled valour and wisdom – infuse every …
Washington, April 18 (IANS) The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has called for a renewed push to “decolonise the mind”, with its General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale arguing that distorted narratives about India’s history, culture and identity continue to shape public discourse decades after independence.In an exclusive interview marking 100 years of the RSS, Hosabale told IANS that while India achieved political freedom, the process of intellectual and cultural decolonisation remains incompl…
Nashik, March 23 (IANS) Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad spokesperson Bhakti Charan Das Maharaj congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he became the longest-serving head of an elected government in the country, calling the milestone a reflection of stable and decisive leadership.Speaking to IANS in Nashik, Maharashtra, Maharaj extended his best wishes to the Prime Minister and described the achievement as a significant moment in the nation’s political journey.“Heartiest congratulati…
New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth said on Monday that non-resident Indians (NRIs) are the true ambassadors of Indian culture, who have a crucial role to play in achieving “Viksit Bharat@2047”. Speaking at the presentation of a book “Great Indo-Canadians” by Toronto-based senior journalist Gurmukh Singh, Kanth said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision the country has been taking big strides and making the most of the contributi…
Mumbai, Feb 26 (IANS) As actor Vishal Mohan’s latest outing “Yadav Ji Ki Love Story” is facing a lot of backlash, he opened up about whether controversy sometimes works as a marketing tool for projects.Speaking exclusively to IANS, Vishal stated that while working on a project, none of those involved are focused on the controversy, and everyone only focuses on coming up with something great for the audience.He was asked, “These days, controversies often become talking points for films. In your o…
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) It was an unexpected exchange between two otherwise composed senior women professionals in their mid-fifties that briefly cut through the din of the bustling newsroom. And the argument seemed to rival the drama of the flash shirtless protest by the Youth Congress workers during the AI Summit.While the newsroom was absorbed in covering developments at the summit on February 20, another story quietly emerged from Gujarat. The state government proposed to amend the Gujarat …
Mumbai. Feb 17 (IANS) Actress-producer Richa Chadha has spoken about an episode of professional sabotage early in her career by someone she deeply trusted and said that it was at the early stages of her career that she’d learn that not everyone is “looking out for you.” Speaking openly about her journey, Richa encouraged indie creators not to hesitate when it comes to reaching out.“There’s sometimes a consensus that actors like me often shouldn’t be approached by indie filmmakers. Th…
New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated a 10-day ‘Vasantotsav 2026’ Bhajan Clubbing event at Ramjas College, University of Delhi, praising ‘Bhajan Clubbing’ as a remarkable initiative that brings devotion, culture, and youthful energy onto one platform. The musical performance by Leela Band filled the entire atmosphere with devotion. Along with students, the Chief Minister, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, and other dignitaries also participated in …
Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the Tamil language connects India and Malaysia and expressed hope that the Audio Visual Agreement between the two nations will “bring our hearts closer”.Addressing a joint press meet with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, in Kuala Lumpur, PM Modi highlighted the interest of the Malaysians in the Tamil language and said, “Shared love for the Tamil language also connects India and Malaysia.” “In Malaysia, the stron…