New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday attended the third International Kite Festival 2026 in the national capital and said that Makar Sankranti has become a powerful example of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,’ reflecting India’s cultural unity amid diversity. The event was also attended by Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with several senior officials and a large gathering of citizens.Addressing the gathering, Union …
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New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that India is approaching its BRICS chairship with a humanity and a people-centric approach, which will seek to bring together the collective potential of member countries for greater global welfare. Speaking at the launch of the BRICS India 2026 website, logo and theme on Tuesday, EAM Jaishankar noted that BRICS, over the years, has expanded its agenda and membership, responding to changing global realities w…
Mumbai, Jan 13 (IANS) Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has fondly recalled his childhood Lohri celebrations in Amritsar, saying harvest festivals in his growing-up years were not just occasions but an atmosphere that shaped his relationship with food. Asked if he has a childhood memory associated with a harvest festival meal that still inspires him even today, pat came the reply from Vikas: “Yes, very strongly.”“Growing up in Amritsar, harvest festivals were not events — they were an atmosphe…
New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu, and expressed her gratitude towards the farmers. In a post on X, President Murmu said, “Heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in the country and abroad on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu. These festivals are symbols of India’s rich agricultural traditions and national unity.””On this occasion, we also…
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday greeted citizens on the eve of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, which fall on January 13 and 14, respectively, a statement said. In a message, the President has said, “On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu festivals, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians residing within India and abroad.”These festivals are a symbol of our rich agricultural traditions and national unity. The…
Chandigarh, Jan 12 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said all responsible institutions that prioritise ethics, transparency and public welfare while partnering in the state’s health goals are welcome in the state. Along with a strong public healthcare framework, the role of the private sector in diagnostics and medical services is also extremely important for residents. The Chief Minister was addressing the inauguration ceremony of Prem Sagar Cardiac Hospital at the Viv…
Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Actress Shilpa Shetty, who will appear as a guest on MasterChef India for a special harvest-themed episode, said that festivals like Pongal, Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Magh Bihu bring a festive spirit across the country, adding that the entire nation is immersed in a riot of colours and celebrations during this time. Welcoming the season of harvest, Shilpa said: “At this time, the whole of India is engulfed in the colours of harvest and festivals. Sometimes Pongal, somet…
Every January 13th, as winter’s chill reaches its peak, something shifts in Punjabi households—even those thousands of miles from the…