As Election Day unfolds in the United States, over 244 million eligible voters are faced with a significant choice: selecting between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in a highly competitive presidential race. The 2024 election has been marked by an array of unexpected events, including attempted…
Month: November 2024
“Respecting Judicial Legacy Amid Changing Perspectives on the Constitution”
Justice BV Nagarathna expressed strong reservations about the Chief Justice of India’s (CJI) comments on prior judicial rulings, noting that it is inappropriate for judges to critique former judges’ decisions in this manner. She argued that judgments should not be dismissed as contrary to the Constitution simply due to shifts…
Chhath Puja 2024: Dates and Rituals
Chhath Puja 2024 begins today, marking a journey of devotion to the Sun God, Surya, and Chhathi Maiya. This four-day festival opens with the Nahay Khay ritual, emphasizing purity and spiritual cleansing. The festival starts on November 5, 2024, with the Nahay Khay ritual, observed across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh,…
Canada’s Hindu Community Plans Protest Against “Khalistani Intimidation” Following Temple Attack
Hindu groups in Canada are organizing a peaceful protest to condemn recent incidents of “Khalistani intimidation” following attacks on Hindu temples. The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) announced the protest to take place on Monday, calling for unity against rising anti-Hindu sentiments and violence. The protest will be…
BJP Unveils Jharkhand Election Manifesto: UCC with Tribal Exemptions, Reservation Boosts, and Support for Youth and Women
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched BJP’s manifesto for the Jharkhand assembly elections, promising a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) with exemptions for tribal communities and vowing to protect tribal lands from alleged illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. Shah criticized the current administration’s approach to tribal issues and promised actions such as identifying…
Khalistani Extremists Attack Devotees at Canadian Hindu Temple; PM Trudeau Condemns Violence
Canadian MP Chandra Arya has voiced strong criticism following an incident at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, where a group of alleged Khalistani extremists reportedly assaulted devotees. Videos circulating on social media show individuals with Khalistani flags attacking worshippers with sticks outside the temple. Arya stated that this violent…
Delhi’s AQI Hits Alarming Levels as Toxic Air Worsens, Government Deploys Anti-Smog Guns
Delhi’s air quality plummeted further as the Air Quality Index (AQI) reached hazardous levels across multiple areas. Some locations, like Anand Vihar, recorded AQI readings above 600, marking the season’s worst so far. The PM2.5 concentration in Delhi currently stands at 59 times the World Health Organization’s safe limit, posing…
Jaishankar Recalls PM Modi’s 2014 Question That Sparked Renewed India-Australia Ties
During a recent visit to Brisbane, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar shared insights into the growth of India-Australia relations, recalling a conversation with Prime Minister Modi in 2014 that set the stage for deepening bilateral ties. Modi had questioned why the partnership hadn’t flourished despite shared language and cultural roots….
Day 2 of ‘Kaveri Meets Ganga’: Celebrating India’s Rich Cultural Heritage through Amrit Parampara
On November 3, 2024, the Ministry of Culture continued its vibrant festival series, Amrit Parampara, which aims to bring India’s diverse artistic traditions to the forefront. Following a successful launch, the ‘Kaveri Meets Ganga program, the first event in this series, thrilled audiences with traditional music and dance performances at…
Omar Abdullah Urges Security Forces to Act Swiftly After Grenade Attack Injures 12 in Srinagar Market
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed strong concern over a recent grenade attack that injured twelve people at a Sunday market in Srinagar, describing the incident as “deeply disturbing.” Abdullah condemned the targeting of civilians, emphasizing that such acts are unjustifiable. “There is no justification for attacks on…