The repatriation of the sacred Piprahwa relics represents an act of shared cultural stewardship rather than ownership, eminent scholars observed during a panel discussion on “Buddhist Philosophy” held at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in New Delhi. The session was organised on the occasion of the inauguration of the Grand…
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PM Modi to Inaugurate Piprahwa Buddha Relics Exposition on Jan 3
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics related to Bhagwan Buddha on January 3, 2026, at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in the national capital. The exposition, titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One”, is expected to…
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PM-YUVA 3.0 Results Declared: 43 Young Authors Selected
The National Book Trust (NBT), India, under the Ministry of Education, has declared the results of the Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0). The scheme aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and aims to encourage young writers to contribute to nation-building through their literary work….
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Amit Shah Opens Jyoti–Bishnu Art Centre in Assam
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated the Jyoti–Bishnu International Art Centre in Guwahati, marking a significant step towards the preservation and promotion of Assam’s rich cultural heritage. The inauguration was part of a series of major development and security-related initiatives launched in the…
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PM Modi Lauds INSV Kaundinya’s Maiden Voyage to Oman
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Monday lauded the Indian Navy, shipbuilders, and traditional artisans as INSV Kaundinya embarked on her maiden voyage from Porbandar in Gujarat to Muscat, Oman. Built using the ancient Indian stitched-ship technique, the vessel stands as a remarkable tribute to India’s rich maritime heritage and…
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Mann Ki Baat 2025: PM Modi Highlights India’s Major Achievements
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday used the 129th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat to reflect on India’s major achievements in 2025, calling it a year filled with moments of national pride and renewed self-confidence. Addressing citizens across the country, the Prime Minister said…
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New BIS Standard for Agarbatti Boosts Consumer Safety
In a significant move to strengthen consumer safety and improve product quality, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Pralhad Joshi on Thursday released a new Indian Standard for incense sticks. The standard, titled IS 19412:2025 – Incense Sticks (Agarbatti) Specification, has been developed by the Bureau…
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IGNCA to Host Kapila Vatsyayan Memorial Lecture Textile Show
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is set to honour the intellectual and cultural legacy of renowned scholar Dr Kapila Vatsyayan through a memorial lecture and a curated textile exhibition drawn from her personal collection. The twin events will be held on December 29, 2025, at IGNCA’s…
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President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand Dec 27–30
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day official visit to Goa, Karnataka and Jharkhand from December 27 to December 30, 2025, as part of a packed itinerary that spans defence preparedness, cultural heritage and higher education. The visit underscores the President’s engagement with diverse regions and institutions…
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PM Modi Pays Tribute to Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya on Jayanti
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid heartfelt homage to Bharat Ratna Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya on his birth anniversary, remembering him as a towering figure in India’s freedom struggle, social reform, and educational renaissance. In his tribute, the Prime Minister highlighted Malaviya Ji’s lifelong dedication to the service…