New Delhi: On the eve of Deepawali, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla extended his heartfelt greetings to citizens across India. Emphasizing the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival, he urged everyone to uphold values of righteousness, unity, and goodwill while celebrating the Festival of Lights. Deepawali: A Festival…
Month: October 2025
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Ayurveda’s Guide to Stronger Bones on World Osteoporosis Day
New Delhi, October 20, 2025: As the world marks World Osteoporosis Day 2025, the Ministry of Ayush has spotlighted Ayurveda’s preventive and restorative approach to strengthening bones and combating fragility. This initiative highlights the need for early awareness and lifestyle-based intervention to address osteoporosis—a condition affecting millions worldwide, especially elderly…
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WCD Ministry Honoured for PMJANMAN Excellence
New Delhi: The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has been awarded for its outstanding contribution to the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PMJANMAN), a flagship initiative aimed at uplifting India’s Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu during the National…
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Diwali Laxmi Puja 2025: Date, Muhurat & Complete Puja Vidhi
New Delhi: Diwali — the Festival of Lights — reaches its spiritual high on Lakshmi Puja day. For 2025, devotees observe Laxmi Puja on October 20, 2025, with the Amavasya tithi beginning at 3:44 PM on October 20 and ending at 5:54 PM on October 21. The principal Lakshmi Puja…
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Israel Airstrikes Rafah; Accuses Hamas of Ceasefire Breach
Israel carried out airstrikes in the southern Gazan city of Rafah on Sunday, October 19, 2025, saying the strikes were a response to gunfire and an anti-tank missile fired at Israeli troops. The attacks mark a sharp escalation and the most serious strain yet on a US-brokered ceasefire that had…
Festivals
Chhath Rush: Lakhs Struggle for Bihar Train Tickets
Patna, October 19: With Chhath Puja approaching and Bihar Assembly elections just weeks away, the Indian Railways is facing an unprecedented surge in passenger traffic. Nearly 15 to 20 lakh people are expected to travel to Bihar starting October 25, creating a massive logistical challenge for the railway network. Diwali,…
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Trump’s ‘King Trump’ AI Video Sparks Protests Across US
Washington, October 19, 2025: A political storm has erupted across the United States after President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video depicting himself as “King Trump,” flying a fighter jet over protesters and spraying them with mud. The clip, posted on his social media platform Truth Social, has triggered massive…
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EVA Air Apologises for Sick Leave Request to Deceased Staff
Taipei, October 19, 2025: Taiwan’s EVA Air has issued a public apology after a controversy erupted over the airline’s request for sick leave paperwork from a flight attendant who had already passed away. The incident has sparked nationwide outrage and prompted an internal and government-led investigation into the company’s employee…
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Yogi Slams Opposition in Ayodhya During Diwali 2025
Ayodhya, October 19, 2025: As Ayodhya illuminated with millions of diyas to celebrate the grand Diwali marking Lord Ram’s homecoming, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a fierce political attack on the Opposition, accusing them of keeping the holy city in darkness for decades. “They Fired on Devotees, We…
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Choti Diwali 2025: Auspicious Time & Puja Guide
Choti Diwali 2025 – Narak Chaturdashi New Delhi, 19 October 2025 – Choti Diwali, also known as Narak Chaturdashi, is the second day of Diwali, celebrated the day after Dhanteras. This festival is dedicated to worshiping Lord Krishna, Goddess Lakshmi, and Lord Hanuman, and is believed to bring prosperity, protection,…