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Boeing Starliner's first astronaut crew welcomed aboard space station

Boeing's Starliner capsule, carrying NASA crew, safely docked with the ISS, proving its flight-worthiness and competing with SpaceX. Despite technical issues, the mission was successful.

Jeff Bezos attends graduation ceremony of fiancee Lauren Sanchez's son. Who is he and who else attended the party

Jeff Bezos’s fiance shared an Instagram post in which she is seen attending the graduation ceremony of her son. This was an all-family event in which even billionaire Bezos attended.

Re-development of areas outside new Parliament building not complete, new MPs may be welcomed at annexe

Newly elected Lok Sabha members may be welcomed at the Parliament Annexe Extension building, as the re-development of external areas outside the new building is still underway. The premises are undergoing a revamp, including new lawns for official ceremonies, statue relocation, and building disembarkation points for lawmakers. The Lok Sabha secretariat is identifying temporary residences, with state government guest houses and the Western Court hostel complex as temporary residences.

Who is former wrestler Erika Hammond, married to Indian-origin billionaire Ankur Jain in a romantic Egyptian ceremony

Billionaire Ankur Jain and former WWE wrestler Erika Hammond tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at the Great Pyramids in Egypt, surrounded by approximately 130 guests. Their three-day safari excursion in South Africa, followed by the grand wedding in Egypt, was a celebration of love and adventure.

PM Modi to address ceremony marking 90 years of RBI in Mumbai today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak at the 90th anniversary event of the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai, joined by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.

PM Modi arrives in Bhutan on two-day State visit; receives red carpet welcome

Prime Minister Modi received a warm welcome, with the Bhutanese people lining the entire 45-kilometre route from Paro International Airport to Thimphu which was also decked up with Indian and Bhutanese flags.

New look Parliament complex to welcome members of 18th Lok Sabha in June

As part of the redevelopment of external areas, the statues of national icons, including those of Mahatma Gandhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, will be moved to a lawn near Gate No 5 of the old Parliament building, which has been named as Samvidhan Sadan, Parliament sources said.

Rahul Gandhi slams govt for 'not inviting' Dalits, backward and even Prez to Ram temple ceremony

Rahul Gandhi criticized the exclusion of Dalits, backward classes, and the President from the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya, calling it an insult. He accused PM Modi of prioritizing industrialists over the majority of the population and neglecting Dalits, backward classes, and tribals. Gandhi also criticized the government's handling of the economy, employment, and women's safety, and accused Modi of using agencies like the ED and CBI to threaten opposition parties.

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Doha, holds bilateral with Amir of Qatar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome and held a bilateral meeting with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The meeting discussed India-Qatar friendship and was attended by S Jaishankar, Ajit Doval, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, and Randir Jaiswal.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissions INS Sandhayak in Visakhapatnam

The Defence Minister who arrived in Visakhapatnam to attend the Commissioning Ceremony of INS Sandhayak early morning received a Guard of Honour on his arrival.

Ram Mandir: Ayodhya Muslim residents share economic optimism amidst short-term inconveniences

Residents of a Muslim locality in Ayodhya have shared mild excitement for the economic prospects of the city following the consecration of the Ram temple. While expressing exasperation over short-term inconveniences due to restricted movement during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, they maintain strong faith in the historical communal harmony of the town.

Ram Mandir Inauguration: Ayodhya's streets transform into a Mini India ahead of Ram Temple consecration ceremony

Thousands of devotees have gathered in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony at the newly constructed Ram temple. The ceremony will include the Ramotsav and pran pratishtha rituals, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the main yajman. Despite advisories, devotees continue to arrive in the hope of staying in the holy town for the event. The city is adorned with flower offerings, and the temple trust has invited over 7,000 people, including Bollywood celebrities and cricketers, to the ceremony. The rituals will be followed by a public meeting addressed by Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, and CM Yogi Adityanath.

Use handloom robes for convocations, share pics and video: UGC asks universities

The UGC highlighted that apparel made from handloom fabrics is not only more suitable for India's climate but also instills a sense of pride. Many universities have already heeded the UGC's advice and made the switch to handloom fabrics for ceremonial attire during their annual convocations.

Unlike AICC, UP opposition parties cautious on Ayodhya

Uttar Pradesh-based opposition parties have taken a more nuanced approach to questions regarding attending the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya than the principal national opposition Congress, which has slammed it as "clearly a BJP-RSS event" and said the inauguration is being done for "political gains".

Yet to decide on attending Ram Mandir consecration ceremony, grateful to be invited: Mayawati

Ram Mandir Inauguration: Mayawati, the BSP supremo, has received an invitation for the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya and is grateful for it. She has not yet decided whether to attend due to party commitments.

Ram Janmabhoomi soil to be gifted to invitees of consecration ceremony

During the consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, the Ram Janmabhoomi Theerth Kshetra Trust plans to present guests with special gifts. The soil from the Ram Janmabhoomi, taken during the foundation digging, will be packed in boxes for attendees. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will receive a 15-meter picture of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya enclosed in a jute bag featuring the temple's photograph.

'Emotional, happy': Muslim kar sevak, social worker share feelings on Ram temple consecration

Mohammad Habib, a former 'kar sevak' in Ayodhya, received a heartfelt surprise from the holy city. Along with a photo of the Ram temple, he received unbroken rice grains and a letter, known as 'akshata'. In Varanasi, social worker Nazneen Ansari and her associate Najma are also spreading joy by distributing special diyas from Ayodhya to both Hindu and Muslim families, celebrating the construction of the Ram Mandir. Iqbal Ansari, who represented the Muslim side in the temple-mosque dispute, will attend the consecration ceremony and has embraced the invitation with enthusiasm and respect.

"Very emotional": PM Modi praises singer Geeta Rabari for her Bhajan 'Shree Ram Ghar Aaye'

Geeta Rabari's soulful rendition aligns with the heightened enthusiasm surrounding the Ram Temple inauguration. The excitement has manifested in various artistic expressions, as observed by PM Modi during his monthly radio broadcast, 'Mann Ki Baat.'

Rajinikanth receives invitation for Ram Mandir inauguration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22

Rajinikanth has received an exclusive invitation from BJP leader Arjunamurthy to partake in the 'Ayodhya Kumbabhishek' ceremony on January 22, marking the consecration of the Ram Temple.

First flight to Ayodhya: IndiGo pilot welcomes passengers with a resounding 'Jai Shree Ram'

‘Welcome to Flatch’ Season 3: Here’s what we know so far

‘Welcome to Flatch’ will not return for season 3 as Fox has canceled the show after two seasons. The series finale aired on February 2. Inspired by the British show "This Country," Fox praised the cast and crew but cited weaker audience response for the move.

India important partner to champion rules-based order, says UK at Army Chief's ceremonial welcome

Army chief General Manoj Pande received a ceremonial welcome with a Guard of Honour at Horse Guards Parade in London at the start of his UK visit on Thursday. Gen. Pande was received by the UK's Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Sir Patrick Sanders, before he inspected a Guard of Honour by the Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards, one of the oldest regiments in the British Army dressed in their iconic scarlet tunics and black bearskin caps.

PM Modi meets UAE President, receives ceremonial welcome at Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi