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'Pagdi' meets 'veshti': Madras Regiment colonel performs sacred ritual at MRC's Murugan Temple
Underlining the ethos of the Indian Army, a senior official said, "Though, it is not a new thing for commanders in the Army to adhere to such a practice, yet the beauty of the ceremony doubled due to the gracious embracing of traditional south Indian 'dhoti' by a Sikh officer."
A season of desi poll-itical chic
Judging from the photographs of polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies that have been held in summer months over the past seven decades, it is clear that election fashion has remained timeless in India.
Kanniyakumari: Second generation Congress MP versus BJP veteran of 10 battles
That has been the case in Kanniyakumari constituency (Nagercoil constituency until 2009) all through, with Congress remaining the most dominant force, with a long string of victories and BJP emerging as the main challenger with two wins -- in 1999 in alliance with DMK and in 2014 without the prop of either DMK or AIADMK, thus making Kanniyakumari a rare oasis for the party in its long electoral drought in Tamil Nadu. When PM Modi launched his ambitious South push via Tamil Nadu this time, he chose to hit Kanniyakumari right in mid-March with a rally.
Tamil Nadu: Clad in traditional veshti, PM campaigns in Vellore for 'Ek Baar Phir Modi Sarkar'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi campaigned in Tamil Nadu, wearing a veshti for the second day, extending New Year greetings and highlighting Vellore's historical significance. He criticized the ruling DMK party, emphasizing Tamil Nadu's role in India's development. PM Modi drummed up support for NDA candidates ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
PM Modi takes out roadshow in Chennai
Dressed in a white shirt and the traditional 'veshti' (dhoti) and 'angavastram' (shawl), the PM stood atop a decorated car and waved at his supporters who lined up on either side of the road. Modi also carried a small cutout of the BJP's symbol, the Lotus.
Tamil Nadu: PM Modi receives blessings from Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple elephant
Tamil Nadu: In a historic moment, PM Modi made his maiden visit to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Arriving in Tiruchirappalli to an enthusiastic crowd, PM Modi acknowledged the warm reception with waves and smiles. Donning a spotless 'veshti' (dhoti) and an angawastram (shawl), the Prime Minister exemplified traditional attire, reflecting respect for the cultural and religious significance of the temple.
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Modi receives warm welcome in Trichy; marks first visit by a PM to Ranganathaswamy Temple
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome in Tiruchirappalli during his visit to the renowned Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. The temple's priests expressed their happiness at his visit, calling it a blessed occasion. This visit is part of the Prime Minister's tour of significant temples in Tamil Nadu, where he will also attend Ramayana chanting sessions.
Drones banned for 4 days in Trichy ahead of PM Modi's visit to Tamil Nadu
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Trichy's Srirangam Sri Ranganathasamy Temple on January 20th, the Trichy district bans drone flights from January 17 to January 20, with strict actions warned against violators. During his two-day Kerala visit, PM Modi prayed at Guruvayur Temple, expressing wishes for the happiness and prosperity of Indians. The Prime Minister's upcoming tour includes launching development projects in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu on January 19.
Dhanush prays at Tirupati with sons Yatra and Linga; fans wonder if tonsured look is part of upcoming film 'D50'
Dhanush recently visited the Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh with his family. He participated in the ritual of getting his head tonsured as an offering to Lord Venkateswara. Photos and videos of the actor at the temple went viral on social media, generating excitement among fans.
India shining at Cannes! I&B MoS L Murugan brings 'veshti' charm to red carpet with producer Guneet Monga & Manipuri actor Kangabam Tomba
Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan proudly represented his culture at the global level at the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday in a white 'veshti' (also known as lungi) with a gold border.
Cannes Film Festival 2023: Anurag Thakur will join virtually, I&B MoS L Murugan to lead Indian squad to red carpet in 'veshti' & Tricolour shirt
Indian Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L Murugan, will lead the country's delegation at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023. Murugan said India is eager to exhibit its culture and creativity on the global stage, highlighting the capability of India's creative economy.
‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’: Salman Khan and Pooja Hegde sizzle in Bathukamma song from upcoming film
Salman Khan and Pooja Hegde's chemistry in the Telugu song "Bathukamma" from the upcoming film ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’ is a hit. The song is about a flower festival celebrated in Telangana and parts of Andhra Pradesh.
As chess fever peaks in Chennai, scuba divers battle it out underwater
New videos released on YouTube and other social media showed six scuba divers playing chess sixty feet deep under the sea in the Bay of Bengal. They used specially-designed heavy pieces.
Watch: AR Rahman's welcome anthem for Chess Olympiad is upbeat
A R Rahman and Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin feature prominently in the video of the welcome anthem for the Chess Olympiad
Dhanush had just one question for every 'The Gray Man' crew member about the Russo Brothers
The actor asked that question to everyone, but the famous film-maker duo.
Bow tie & pinstripe, to Nehru coat and ikat prints: Your guide to Union Budget fashion history from East India Company to Modi govt
A look at diverse fashion choices made by FMs while presenting the Budget.
EC hawk-eye forces parties to change ‘gifts’
Strict enforcement against voter bribing and the short time between announcement of election and polling have led to parties in Tamil Nadu shopping for cellphone covers and night lamps over traditional “gifts” of ‘kudam’ (pot), T-shirts and saris.
What was the real intention of PM Modi's veshti look at Mamallapuram?
Many analysts have weighed in on PM Modi carrying off the Tamil veshti — the 4 yard southern Indian variant of the dhoti — during his Mamallapuram sojourn with Chinese Prez Xi Jinping. Most pundits saw this as Modi's gesture to the Tamil voters.
PM Modi continues his Tamil pitch, releases Tamil version of Mamallapuram poem
The Tamil rendition of PM's poem comes against the background of a series of gestures in recent times which are seen as a bid to reach out to the Tamil people after the Centre was accused by political parties in the state of trying to impose Hindi.
#ICYMI | PM Modi reveals what he was carrying when he went plogging at Mamallapuram beach
Fans were keen to know more about the long stick that Modi was carrying during plogging.
Modi Anna: Veshti-clad Modi sends another friendly overture to Tamil Nadu
Political analysts view Modi's recent attitude to accord importance to Tamil sentiments and highlight the classical language status as an attempt to make amends to overcome the perception that BJP is a 'North Indian party'.
PM Modi, China President Xi Jinping hold talks on second day of informal summit
Modi and Xi exchanged views facing the sea front in the luxury Taj resort Fisherman's Cove.
When PM Modi played the perfect host for Chinese prez Xi Jinping
Dressed in a Tamil attire of Veshti (dhoti), white shirt and an angavastram, Modi played the perfect host and took Xi for a guided tour of the famous world heritage sites of Arjuna's Penance, Krishna's Butterball, the Pancha Ratha and Shore temple.
PM Modi welcomes Xi in TN's traditional 'veshti'; wins praise
Attired in a striking Tamil traditional 'karai veshti' (dhoti with a border in green), angavastram (a shawl), and a half sleeve white shirt, the Prime Minister shook hands with Xi as the two leaders exchanged pleasantries.
Positive atmospherics as Modi, Xi meet in Mamallapuram
Dressed in a Tamil attire of Veshti (dhoti), white shirt and an angavastram, Modi played the perfect host and took Xi for a guided tour of the famous world heritage sites.
Xi Jinping arrives in Mamallapuram; Received by PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who reached Mamallapuram ahead of Xi by a chopper, received the Chinese leader at Arjuna's penance monument.
A look at the shadow Chief Ministers of West Bengal, Assam, Kerala & Tamil Nadu
Mannan played an important role in bringing the CBI to investigate the Saradha chit fund scam by filing a petition to the Calcutta High Court.
Club memberships to lawmakers: Karnataka citizens hit out at Siddaramaiah over draft law
The new law proposes that no club can deny entry to a person wearing a veshti (dhoti) "reflecting Kannada culture or any other Indian traditional dress".
Jayalalithaa introduces bill to ensure entry of dhoti-clad Tamils into clubs
The move comes after a Madras High Court judge wearing a veshti was denied entry into a city club. Bill proposes penalties to violators.
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