HOLY THURSDAY FOOT WASHING
Highway along China border washed away after severe landslide in Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Pema Khandu addresses the interruption caused by a landslide on National Highway-33 in Dibang Valley, bordering China. He promises that connectivity between Hunli and Anini towns will be restored as soon as possible.
Pope Francis washes and kisses feet of 12 women prisoners in per-Easter ritual during a Holy Thursday ceremony
Pope Francis demonstrated profound humility by washing and kissing the feet of 12 female inmates at a Rome prison during a Holy Thursday ceremony. Despite his health challenges, the 87-year-old pontiff conducted the ritual from his wheelchair. The emotional event, symbolizing Jesus' act of service to his apostles, highlighted Francis' commitment to inclusivity and compassion.
Jesus's Journey Unraveled: What happened on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter?
The holy week, observed by the Christian community worldwide, spans eight days and is a significant period in the Christian calendar. It begins with Palm Sunday, commemorating Jesus's entry into Jerusalem, followed by Holy Thursday, marking the Last Supper and Jesus's act of humility in washing his disciples' feet. Good Friday is a day of reflection on Jesus's sacrifice, leading to Holy Saturday, when Christians anticipate Christ's resurrection.
I see a resurgence of BJP in South India, Bengal in the coming election: Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal discusses election challenges, BJP's strategy, and corruption allegations. Emphasizes adherence to legal processes, ideological roots, and party membership criteria. Highlights BJP's outreach in South India for the upcoming elections. Goyal says BJP expects to get even more than 35 seats from Bengal "I think Bengal is going to be a big surprise."
Maundy Thursday 2024: History, significance, wishes, and quotes
Maundy Thursday falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday and marks the beginning of Holy Week. This day remembers the Last Supper, a significant meal Jesus shared with his disciples the night before his crucifixion.
Solo race around the world: Cole Brauer is using Instagram to blow up sailing’s elitist image
In 2022, Brauer had tried out for another competition, the Ocean Race, which is considered the pinnacle of professional ocean racing. Sailors in that race are highly trained, wear matching foul weather gear and have corporate sponsors. And most of them are men. Brauer, who had sailed thousands of miles on high performance ocean racing boats, felt she was ready to join their ranks. But after competing in trials in France, Brauer was told she was “too short for the Southern Ocean” and was sent on her way.
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Ayodhya: Voting on Lord Ram Lalla's idol today, Temple trust to select best among three designs
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: As per sources, the voting will take place at the meeting of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, the trust entrusted with the construction and management of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Ayodhya's grand ceremony: Lord Ram to receive offerings from maternal grandparents and in-laws
Around 3 thousand quintals of rice from Chhattisgarh's Chandkhuri, and clothes, fruits, and 1100 plates from his in-laws' place in Nepal's Janakpur, will be sent for Lord Ram as special offerings for the inauguration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024.
Sikkim floods: Dalai Lama's visit postponed to next month
The death toll in the flash floods has gone up to 77, While Sikkim accounted for 37 deaths, 40 other bodies were found in the riverbed of a raging Teesta in the neighbouring Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal. The number of missing persons is around 79 persons. Around 28 persons have been reported injured till date.
Hurricane Idalia strengthens to Category 4 storm
Hurricane Idalia has intensified to a Category 4 storm and is approaching Florida's Big Bend region, posing a threat of storm surges and heavy rainfall. It is projected to make landfall with sustained winds of 130 mph. State media did not report any deaths or major damage.
Himachal Pradesh: Over 50 stranded people rescued, Baddi-Pinjaur bridge washed away
Over 50 people were stranded in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district following a cloudburst and have been rescued by the NDRF, officials said on Friday. The cloudburst took place in Shehnu Gouni village on Thursday and also triggered a landslide that blocked roads at many places.
The Open Championship: It’s expected to be a thriller, both on and off the course
The annual musing over nouns is set to be relegated though, by the noise from the reconfiguration of power in the sport. The PGA TOUR chairman Ed Herlihy, board member Jimmy Dunne, and commissioner Jay Monahan plunged the sport into the laundry machine to dress up for a date with the men they called murderous villains.
Himachal floods: 108 deaths, Rs 3738.28 cr monetary loss amid yellow alert in state for 5 days
Himachal Pradesh has reported over 100 deaths with an estimated cost of damage from flood and landslides at over Rs 3738 crore. Himachal Pradesh was the hardest hit among North Indian states. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rain until July 18 in the state. The Indian Government has released the second installment of State Disaster Response Fund amounting to Rs 180.40 crore from the central share.
Delhi Police gives 'purr-fect' reply to Elon Musk's tweet on 'police cats'
The Delhi police offered the "purr-fect" response to a Twitter post by Elon Musk about whether "police cats" exist. After Musk posted that his son Lil X had asked if such a thing existed, the Delhi Police responded with a tweet saying there were none "because they might get booked for feline-y and 'purr'petration."
Yatra route towards Kedarnath Dham temporarily closed after fragment of Bhairav glacier breaks off
The route towards Kedarnath Dham Yatra has been closed after a glacier broke at Bhairon, according to officials. Due to this, the Rudraprayag District Magistrate has advised pilgrims not to travel on foot until the route becomes clear or to use helicopter services as an alternative. The Kedarnath temple is a revered temple in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand involves visiting four holy sites nestled in the Himalayas, and is a popular Hindu pilgrimage.
Gyanvapi case: Anjuman Intezamia Masjid committee moves SC over continued sealing of area in mosque amid Ramzan
The apex court had on November 11 last year extended till further orders the protection of the area where a 'Shivling' was claimed to have been found.
Maundy Thursday: What is the Meaning, Importance, and History of this Day?
Maundy Thursday is a day that commemorates Jesus Christ's Last Supper with his disciples. This day reminds us of the importance of humility, selflessness, and service to others.
Asian stocks pull back, dollar regains footing ahead of U.S. payrolls data
Overnight, markets sensed the end of the massive global tightening cycle, after policymakers in Britain and Europe signalled their intention to pause, sending local bonds rallying and currencies lower.
Philippine storm victims feared tsunami, ran toward mudslide
Nalgae, which had vast rain clouds, left at least 73 people dead in eight provinces and one city in the Philippine archipelago, including in Kusiong, and a trail of destruction and flooding in one of the world's most disaster-prone countries.
50 dead, dozens feared missing as storm lashes Philippines
The stormy weather in a large swath of the country prompted the coast guard to prohibit sea travel in dangerously rough seas as millions of Filipinos planned to travel over a long weekend for visits to relatives' tombs and for family reunions on All Saints' Day in the largely Roman Catholic nation. Several domestic flights have also been canceled, stranding thousands of passengers.
Heavy rains trigger flash floods in Jammu
Authorities rescued students and teachers trapped in a government school after heavy rainfall triggered flash floods inundating many areas of the Jammu region on Thursday, officials said. As per reports, dozens of houses and structures suffered damage due to rains, flash floods and landslides in Jammu, Kathua, Poonch, Rajouri, Udhampur and Reasi districts.
Amarnath Yatra begins, 2,750 pilgrims leaves Nunwan base camp for cave shrine
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of 4,890 pilgrims from the Jammu base camp.
Amazon India announces expansion of fulfilment network in TN; almost doubles storage capacity
In Tamil Nadu, Amazon India would have six fulfilment centres and double its storage capacity with close to 4.4 million cubic feet spread across a carpet area of more than one million square foot. The buildings are ready and operational ahead of the festive season and can support more than 50,000 sellers besides generating thousands of direct and indirect jobs.
First extension of Ram Janmabhoomi premises; trust purchases 7,285-sq.ft land for Rs 1 crore
The trust that is constructing a grand temple for Lord Ram in this holy town of Uttar Pradesh has paid Rs one crore for the 7,285 square feet land to its owner at a rate of Rs 1,373 per square foot, the official said.
Religious places in containment zones to stay closed, those outside can open: Health Minister
Places of worship get frequented by a large number of people for spiritual solace and to prevent COVID-19 spread, it is important that required social distancing and other preventive measures are followed in those premises, the ministry said.
Centre unveils PUSA decontamination, sanitizing tunnel
The sanitization protocol includes hand washing with foot operated soap and water dispenser and fogging in a sanitizing tunnel for 20 seconds, an official statement said.
Washing workers' feet no political gimmick but 'sanskar': PM Modi
He was responding to a question by a BJP corporator from Pune in Maharashtra via video link from Delhi.
Seville, from its foot-tapping flamenco to mosaic-clad plazas
Years of external domination and cultural intermingling have resulted in a diversity that has today become Seville’s imprimatur.
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