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 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of Assam on the occasion of Magh Bihu and expressed hope that the festival would bring peace, good health, and happiness to everyone’s lives. In a letter addressed to the people of Assam, the Prime Minister conveyed his warm wishes and highlighted the cultural and social significance of the festival.”Dear fellow citizen, warmest greetings to you and your family on the joyous occasion of Magh B…
New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on Makar Sankranti and wished for prosperity and success for all. Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes to all fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti. May this divine moment, filled with the sweetness of sesame seeds and jaggery, rooted in Indian culture and traditions, bring joy, prosperity, and success to everyone’s life. May Lord Surya bless us all.”M…
Guwahati, Jan 13 (IANS) Condolences poured in after renowned Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, younger brother of legendary cultural icon Bhupen Hazarika, passed away on Tuesday, plunging the state into deep mourning on the occasion of Uruka, the eve of Magh Bihu. Family sources said Samar Hazarika breathed his last at his residence in Nijorapara in Guwahati at around 8.45 a.m. following a prolonged illness.He had earlier been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city and was discharg…
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…
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…
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…