Dibrugarh, Jan 30 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Friday, launched a sharp attack on Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of showing disrespect to the culture and traditions of the Northeast by refusing to wear a traditional gamosa during the President’s ‘At Home’ reception held on Republic Day. Addressing a public rally at the Khanikar Parade Ground in Dibrugarh, Union Minister Shah said that the gamosa was presented by President Droupadi Murmu …
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New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Performances by the Punjabi Folk Orchestra and Qalandri Dhamal will present the musical and spiritual heritage of the state at Bharat Parv 2026 at the historic Red Fort on Saturday, an official said. “The Punjabi Folk Orchestra is a unique ensemble developed using a wide range of traditional Punjabi folk instruments such as Dhol, Dholki, Taal-Koze, Tansari, Flute, Nagara, Chimta, Sap, Kara, and Vanjli,” the official from Ministry of Tourism said.”This orchestra brings to…
Maihar (Madhya Pradesh), Jan 30 (IANS) The in-charge principal of a government-run school in Madhya Pradesh’s Maihar district has been suspended after students were served the mid-day meal on scraps of paper, including torn notebook pages, during Republic Day celebrations.According to an official notification issued on Thursday night by Rewa Divisional Commissioner B.S. Jamod, the incident occurred due to the negligence of the school’s in-charge principal, Sunil Kumar Tripathi.The order stat…
Bengaluru, Jan 30 (IANS) The Congress-led government in Karnataka has issued a circular promoting khadi use among officials to mark the 77th Republic Day which was observed on January 26. The state government on Thursday urged officials to wear khadi on first Saturday of every month.State Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh has issued the circular in this regard and said, “”Khadi” is not merely a garment; it is a symbol of the nation’s dignity and pride. At present, khadi weavers are taking steps t…
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Operation Sindoor took centre-stage as massed bands of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and paramilitary forces performed patriotic tunes, including Vande Mataram and A.R. Rehman’s ‘Jai Ho’, during Beating Retreat 2026 on Thursday, leaving the audience yearning for more.Illuminated attire of performers and digital, coloured LED panels on drums and instruments and special formations by the band members at the Vijay Chowk – including those depicting Operation Sind…
Mumbai Jan 29 (IANS) Bollywood star Sunny Deol has expressed gratitude to fans for the overwhelming love being showered on his upcoming film Border 2. The actor took to social media to share a video message thanking audiences for their warmth and support.Sharing the video, Sunny Deol wrote, “Meri, aapki, Hamari #Border2 ko itna pyaar dene ke liye, aap sab ko bohot”.In the video, Sunny Deol is heard saying, “Aawaz kahan tak gayi, aapke dilon tak. I am so grateful for the love and warmth you…
Bhopal, Jan 29 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh will bring its Republic Day festivities to a ceremonial close today with the traditional Beating the Retreat ceremony at Lal Parade Ground in Jahangirabad, Bhopal.The event is scheduled to begin at 4.30 p.m. with Governor Mangubhai Patel attending as the chief guest.This grand military tradition, steeped in history, is uniquely observed in the state capital alongside the national ceremony in New Delhi.Madhya Pradesh stands alone among Indian states in organis…
Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Filmmaker Subhash Ghai on Thursday described his meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital on the occasion of Republic Day as an inspiring experience that made him reflect on her life journey. Taking to Instagram, the 81-year-old filmmaker shared that interacting with the President made him look closely at her story and the path she has travelled to reach the highest constitutional office of the country.He also shared a picture gree…
Mumbai Jan 28 (IANS) Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently shared his excitement upon meeting Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi after during the Republic Day celebrations at Rashtrapati Bhavan.Expressing his admiration for the Prime Minister, Subhash Ghai highlighted a rare and unique quality in the PM’s personality.Sharing his experience, Subhash Ghai shared a photo on social media and wrote, “A unique quality in personality in our honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji, i…
Chennai, Jan 28 (IANS) One of Tamil cinema’s finest singers Saindhavi, who was among those distinguished guests who were invited by President Droupadi Murmu to attend the ‘At Home’ reception hosted by her on the occasion of the Republic Day, has now said that she has learnt to trust time more than milestones. Taking to her Instagram page to post pictures of herself at the prestigious event, the renowned singer wrote, I’ve learnt to trust time more than milestones. To keep showing up, to hustle…