New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The feminine, leaving aside the sacred feminine motif present in several religions, is not just a concept of the human condition but rather a facet of creation itself, given its role in gestation and nurturing. Even if it is viewed as half of the equation of life, it unfortunately does not reflect in the social configuration, or the infamous patriarchy, which long deprived women of their due status and agency.In the Indian context, the question that crops up is whether …
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Srinagar, June 27 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha said on Saturday that ancient Hinduism never imposed itself, instead it embraced diversity and coexistence. L-G Sinha made this statement while he addressed ‘Interfaith Dialogue’ organised by the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language and Inter-Faith Harmony Foundation of India.He highlighted India’s legacy as an ancient civilisation rooted in mutual respect, where diverse faiths coexist, flourish, and teac…
Ahmedabad, June 27 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday said that the Centre’s decision to accord ‘Classical Language’ status to Pali and Prakrit has played a significant role in preserving the invaluable literary heritage of Jainism, as he highlighted the contribution during the inauguration of the newly built Shri Nitya Shanti Bhavan at Shela in Ahmedabad. Addressing the gathering, Patel said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had undertaken a “monumental task” of safeguarding p…
Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has talked about the cultural and spiritual significance of “Namaskaar.” He went on to recall how the traditional folded-hand greeting gained global recognition during Covid in 2020 as a safe and respectful alternative to handshakes. Big B took to his blog, where he mentioned: “The folded-hand gesture known as Namaskaar, Namaste, or Anjali Mudra is one of the oldest and most meaningful forms of greeting in the Indian cultural and spiritual tr…
Mehsana, April 19 (IANS) Gautam Adani, the Chairman of the Adani Group, and his wife Dr. Priti Adani visited the Shri Ajitnath Bhagwan Shwetamber Jain Derasar in Gujarat’s Taranga hills on Sunday, offering prayers on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.Arriving at the Dabhoda helipad in Mehsana district’s Kheralu taluka early morning, the couple was received by members of the Jain community before travelling to the hill shrine.Devotees had begun gathering early, marking a day regarded…
Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the importance of cultural heritage in addressing global instability as he inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar.The inauguration, held on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, marked the opening of a museum dedicated to preserving India’s civilisational and cultural legacy, with artefacts of the Jain community collected from across the country, some dating back more than 1000 years.Referr…
Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that while many have ruled Delhi, only he has truly ruled the hearts of the people. The remarks came after the Prime Minister met Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj and sought his blessings during his visit to Gujarat.Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti….
Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said earlier governments had neglected India’s manuscript heritage due to a “colonial mindset”, as he inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said it should have been the nation’s responsibility after Independence to identify and preserve ancient manuscripts, but this had not been done.“Due to a colonial mindset, no attent…
Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, and toured its galleries, viewing rare artefacts and historical collections documenting the evolution of Jainism.Located within the Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra campus, the museum is named after Samrat Samprati, the grandson of Emperor Ashoka and a prominent figure in Jain tradition known for promoting non-violence and the sp…
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Congress on Tuesday extended hearty greetings to all on Lord Mahavir Jayanti and said his teachings of truth, non-violence, sacrifice and compassion are inspirational for the entire world and show the path to human welfare. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “Hearty greetings to all of you on Lord Mahavir Jayanti. His teachings of truth, non-violence, sacrifice and compassion are inspirational for the entire world and…