Ganeshotsav Concludes Across Country with Ganesh Idol Immersions on Anant Chaturdashi
Mumbai: An idol of Lord Ganesha is depicted standing on the finger of Lord Vishnu during a Ganesh Visarjan procession on Anant Chaturdashi, marking the culmination of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, in Mumbai on Friday, September 25, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

September 25, 2026 7:45 PM

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Ganeshotsav Concludes Across Country with Ganesh Idol Immersions on Anant Chaturdashi

The auspicious festival of Ganeshotsav is concluding today across the country, including Maharashtra, on the occasion of Anant Chaturdashi. The festival, which began on Ganesh Chaturthi, is culminating with the immersion of Ganesh idols as thousands of devotees turn out to bid farewell to their belo...

Haryana Cuts Paddy Stubble-Burning Incidents by 91% Since 2021

September 25, 2026 7:38 PM

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Haryana Cuts Paddy Stubble-Burning Incidents by 91% Since 2021

Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi said that Haryana has reduced paddy stubble-burning incidents by 91 per cent since 2021, deployed 78 of the 81 mechanised road-sweeping machines required under prescribed norms, redeveloped 675 km of targeted roads and strengthened pollution-control monitoring ...

National Saras Aajeevika Mela will Provide Marketing Platform for Women SHGs: Union Minister Dr Pemmasani
Vijayawada: Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar addresses the media on the National Saras Aajeevika Mela at the Collector's Office in Vijayawada, Friday, September 25, 2026. (Photo: IANS)

September 25, 2026 7:24 PM

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National Saras Aajeevika Mela will Provide Marketing Platform for Women SHGs: Union Minister Dr Pemmasani

Minister of State for Rural Development Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar said the National Saras Aajeevika Mela-2026 will provide a national-level marketing platform for women Self-Help Groups, rural artisans and women entrepreneurs. Speaking after reviewing arrangements at Punnami Ghat, Vijayawada, the ...

India Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Resilience and Support for LDCs at UNGA 81

September 25, 2026 6:49 PM

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India Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Resilience and Support for LDCs at UNGA 81

Secretary (West) in the External Affairs Ministry, Sibi George, delivered India’s statement at the High-Level Plenary Meeting on Addressing the Existential Threats Posed by Sea Level Rise at the 81st UN General Assembly in New York. He welcomed the adoption of the UN Declaration on Sea Level Rise an...

Punjab Red Cross Sends 52-Tonne Relief Consignment to Flood-Hit Nepal

September 25, 2026 6:57 PM

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Punjab Red Cross Sends 52-Tonne Relief Consignment to Flood-Hit Nepal

Punjab State Red Cross today dispatched its third and largest consignment of relief material for flood-affected Nepal on humanitarian grounds. Punjab Governor and President, State Red Cross, Gulab Chand Kataria flagged off seven large trucks carrying approximately 52 tons of essential relief supplie...

Odisha’s Diverse Cultural Heritage Takes Centre Stage in PM Mementos e-Auction

September 25, 2026 6:25 PM

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Odisha’s Diverse Cultural Heritage Takes Centre Stage in PM Mementos e-Auction

The diverse cultural heritage of Odisha has taken center stage in the PM Mementos e-Auction this year, with a collection of artefacts showcasing the state’s traditions of devotion, craftsmanship, painting, textiles and literatur. The collection features a wide range of works centered on Lord Jaganna...