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Dehradun's Bhadraj Temple goes viral: Video shows staff throwing footwear off hillside. Watch
In Dehradun, the Bhadraj Temple has gained attention for a viral video showing temple staff throwing footwear off a hillside. This action aims to enforce rules against visitors bringing footwear inside the temple premises, sparking both support for upholding traditions and criticism over environmental concerns and visitor practicality. The incident shows the temple's efforts to maintain sanctity while urging respect for local customs and nature.
Calcutta HC asks ED, CBI to file progress reports on primary school jobs case
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the CBI to submit updated reports on their investigation into a purported primary school jobs scam in West Bengal. The investigation focuses on the recruitment of primary teachers who passed a Teachers' Eligibility Test in 2014.
Rakhi on August 30 or 31? Here is when different temples are celebrating
The festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on two days this year, August 30 and 31, due to uncertainty surrounding the most auspicious moment for tying the ceremonial rakhi. The confusion revolves around the concept of 'Bhadra Kaal,' a period in which performing any auspicious rituals is discouraged by certain priests. However, temple priests claim that the occasion doesn't necessitate any specific puja, warranting celebration on August 30 as well.
When is Raksha Bandhan? What's the right time to tie rakhi? When is Bhadra?
Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, will be celebrated on August 30 and 31, 2023. It is important to tie the sacred thread of Rakhi during an auspicious time, avoiding the inauspicious Bhadra period. It is advised to celebrate Raksha Bandhan after 9:00 PM on August 30 or before 7:05 AM on August 31.
ISRO Chief reveals why he goes to temples: 'For outer, I do science, for the inner...'
ISRO Chairman S Somanath offered prayers at BhadraKali Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala on August 27. Following his visit, he gave an update on Chandrayaan 3 and Gaganyaan. He said, “I am an explorer. I explore the Moon. I explore the inner space. So it's a pa...
Bengal school jobs scam accused Sujay Krishna Bhadra remanded to 14-day ED custody
The ED had on May 20 carried out a raid at the residence of Bhadra, popularly known as 'Kalighat er Kaku' (Kalighat's uncle). Bhadra had earlier been questioned by the CBI, which is also investigating the alleged recruitment scam on the order of the Calcutta High Court.
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Centre's agency-raj makes our task challenging: Mamata Banerjee
"The agency-raj of an authoritarian government at the centre makes our task challenging, but millions (all) over the country are with us in our march," Banerjee said on Twitter. She said on this day in 2011, "we were sworn in to replace a 34-year-old monster regime and usher in 'Ma, Mati, Manush' (Mother, Earth and People) government in West Bengal".
Bengal school jobs scam: ED conducts raid at Kolkata residence of 'Kalighat's uncle'
The search operations were conducted on a day when TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee is scheduled to appear before the CBI at its Kolkata office, as part of the agency's probe into the school jobs scam. Bhadra had on March 15 appeared before the CBI for his alleged involvement in illegal appointments made in different state-run and state-aided schools in West Bengal.
Funding for Upper Bhadra lifts BJP’s spirits in poll-bound Karnataka, Congress says it's too little
Sitharaman represents Karnataka in the Rajya Sabha and is expected to participate in the BJP election campaign in the coming weeks. The Upper Bhadra is a major lift irrigation project in central Karnataka, covering the drought-prone areas in the districts of Chikmagalur, Chitradurga, Tumakuru and Davangere. The four districts make up 29 of Karnataka's total 224-assembly seats and are important for the party as both Congress and JD-S have a strong presence in most of them.
FM’s Rs 5,300 crore support for irrigation project lifts BJP’s spirit in poll-bound Karnataka
As expected, it has cheered Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and the Karnataka unit of the BJP as they prepare for the assembly polls in about three months. The finance minister, the party said, has met a five decade old demand with this one announcement.
Poll-bound Karnataka gets Rs 5,300 cr aid for Upper Bhadra project in union budget
The Upper Bhadra Project envisages lifting of 17.40 thousand million cubic feet (TMC) of water from river Thunga to Bhadra reservoir and 29.90 TMC from Bhadra reservoir for utilisation in Upper Bhadra Project. The project is crucial for the state as it will help meet the water requirements in the parched regions.
In race to woo women voters in poll-bound Karnataka, Congress announces Griha Lakshmi vs BJP's Grihini Shakti
Gandhi's pledge at the party women’s wing convention "Na Nayaki" (I am the leader) in Bengaluru is second of the five big-ticket promises the Congress is making.
Birendra Krishna Bhadra: Divine voice heralding Mahalaya chant for generations of Bengalis for more than 90 years
For millions of Bengalis, Durga Puja celebrations begin with tuning in to the sombre yet ethereal voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra recounting the Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: Date, timing and significance
Also known as elephant god, Lord Ganesha is the god of wealth, sciences, knowledge, wisdom and prosperity. All the new beginnings starts with the worship of Lord Ganesha as he is known as a remover of obstacles.
Raksha Bandhan 2022: Is it on August 11 or 12? Here are all the details
There is rampant confusion among people this year about when is Raksha Bandhan. Some believe it is on the August 11, while others think it is on August 12. Find out which date is the right one.
Bhadra Kaal: Don't tie a rakhi during this period!
However, even on this most auspicious of days it is important to not perform these customs at a certain period during the day. Known as bhadra kaal, this time of the day is not ideal for any auspicious activity, including celebrating Raksha Bandhan.
Eminent personalities voice dissent over Mamata becoming chancellor of state-run varsities
Among the 40 signatories are actor Kaushik Sen, directors Anik Dutta and Raja Sen, painter Samir Aich, thespian Bibhas Chakraborty, social activist Miratun Nahar and rights activist Sujato Bhadra.
MF portfolio doctor: Bhadra can use current stock market rally to exit underperforming mutual funds
The mutual fund portfolio doctor assesses the health of the fund portfolio, examines the schemes and their suitability with regard to the goals and, if required, recommends corrective measures.
Washerman’s stone
Paap seems good as long as we do not get the reaction of our paap. Have you seen a washerman washing clothes? He lifts the clothes high up in the air, and the clothes think they are moving up and feel elated. But they do not realise that the higher they are raised, the harder they are hit against the washing stone.
Karnataka Home Minister rejects Congress' demand for probe into Upper Bhadra project
While Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the assembly Siddaramaiah demanded a probe by the Anti- Corruption Bureau (ACB), citing Vishwanath's allegations, party's state President D K Shivakumar has demanded a joint house committee probe.
AITUC seeks Hardeep Singh Puri's intervention to save jobs of 2,500 workers at Chennai Airport
There are fears that the workers of Bhadra International India Ltd (BILL) at the airport may lose job after the ground and cargo handling work is given to some other contractor or firm.
Dilip Buildcon wins Rs 882-crore project from NHAI in Gujarat
"Dilip Buildcon Limited has been declared as L-1 (lowest) bidder for a new HAM project viz. four-laning of the Dhrol-Bhadra-Patiya section and the Bhadra-Patiya-Pipalia section of NH151 in Gujarat," the company said in a regulatory filing to the BSE.
Studying ant relocation amid environmental challenges to help humans adapt
Mohanpur (West Bengal), Jan 19 (IANS) Researchers at IISER-Kolkata's Ant Lab here are exploring why ants take the risk and bear the cost of relocation, particularly in the face of environmental challenges such as rising temperatures and monsoon.
How Wi-Fi is transforming lives in Rajasthan's Bhadra
Sistema Shyam chose to roll out the Wi-Fi initiative in Rajasthan because it is among the company’s top-three revenue driving states.
Government mulls sale of unused land of pharma PSUs
Government is looking at raising a record Rs 69,500 crore from disinvestment of its shareholding in state-owned firms and the sale of their unutilised land.
Government eyeing Rs 22,000 crore by closing five sick CPSEs: Anant Geete
"There were a few companies which were not running properly, we have taken decision to close five such companies," Geete said.
Rose Valley's Gautam Kundu remanded to judicial custody till May 5
A city court today remanded Gautam Kundu of Rose Valley to judicial custody till May five in connection with a money laundering case.
Arrest warrant against five Rose Valley Group officials
City sessions court judge GC Karmakar issued the warrants against the five persons as well as summons against Rose Valley Real Estate Company Limited.
Major Vijay Singh Mankotia's brother Ajay Singh joins BJP
Major Singh hit the headlines when he had released a CD against Chief Minister Vir Bhadra Singh six years ago.
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