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Buddhist monk welcomes PM Modi's second visit to sacred Bodhi Tree, cites 2,000-year connection
Anuradhapura, April 6: Ven. K Medhankara Thero, a prominent Buddhist monk expressed his happiness over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second visit to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple in Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura, highlighting the 2,000 years historical connection between Anuradhapura and India.
Whenever Sri Lanka is in trouble, India stands up like family, says Buddhist monk
Anuradhapura, April 6: Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero, a prominent Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka, has expressed his happiness and gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second visit to Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura and praised India's support, saying "whenever Sri Lanka is in trouble, India stands up like a family."
Deeply grateful: PM Modi reaffirms deep cultural, spiritual and civilisational ties with Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his gratitude towards Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for the warmth extended during his stay.
PM Modi inaugurates India-assisted rail infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by the President of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Disanayaka, on Sunday participated in a ceremony to inaugurate and launch two railway projects built with Indian assistance in Anuradhapura.
PM Modi, Lankan Prez Dissanayake launch India-backed railway projects in Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, on Sunday jointly inaugurated and flagged off key India-backed railway projects in Anuradhapura, marking a significant milestone in the growing bilateral infrastructure cooperation between the two nations.
PM Modi visits Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, visited the Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Anuradhapura to seek blessings.
PM Modi to inaugurate India-assisted railway projects in Sri Lanka's Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received a ceremonial Guard of Honour from the Sri Lankan Air Force upon his arrival at the historic city of Anuradhapura, where he, along with Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, will inaugurate major India-assisted infrastructure projects.
Manoj Kumar was not just actor, film director but an era in himself: Raza Murad
Mumbai, April 4: The legendary actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar passed away at the age of 87 on Friday morning.
Ruling parties in Pakistan divided over Indus canal project
Islamabad, April 4: In a growing political fissure, the ruling coalition partners of the Pakistani government, Pakistan Muslim League (N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), clashed with each other on the issue of the Indus River canal project.
Raza Murad recalls getting bitten by a girl on his nose in childhood
Mumbai, March 30: Veteran actor Raza Murad walked down memory lane, revealing a funny anecdote from his childhood days.
Pushed through crowd just to see him: Raza Murad recalls childhood memory of Raj Kapoor, later working in his films
Mumbai, March 30: Veteran actor Raza Murad, known for his deep voice and powerful villainous roles, recently shared a special childhood memory involving legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor.
He wants exactly what he envisions... Raza Murad reveals how Sanjay Leela Bhansali's perfectionism elevates his craft
Mumbai, March 30: Veteran actor Raza Murad, known for his stellar roles in Indian cinema, has shared his experiences of working with one of the most revered filmmakers in the industry, Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Government extends free import policy for Yellow Peas for 3 months and Urad for 1 year
New Delhi, March 11: The Indian government has extended the free import policy for Yellow peas and Urad, making it easier for traders to bring these pulses into the country.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan assures MSP support for lentils, urad and tur
New Delhi, February 22: Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday assured full MSP (Minimum Support Price) support to the farmers who grow lentils, urad and tur.
Meet Andaman's 'Deer Woman' Anuradha Rao and her 25-year journey to foster trust between humans, wildlife
Port Blair, February 11: In the lap of the lush, verdant landscapes of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where the sea meets the sky and nature reigns supreme, one woman has become an emblem of compassion and harmony with the wildlife.
Assam Governor calls for ethical standards in journalism, felicitates veterans
Guwahati, February 9: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the Pride East Conclave 2025 and presented the Assamese of the Year Award to eminent journalist and editor of Sadin Anuradha Sarma Pujari and the Lifetime Achievement Award to veteran singer Dwipen Baruah at a function held in Guwahati.
Spiti Cup 2025 kicks off in Kaza, celebrating Ice Hockey in the Himalayas
Kaza, January 15: The second season of the Spiti Cup 2025 commenced on a high note with an inspiring opening ceremony at the Kaza Main Ice Hockey Rink in the picturesque town of Kaza, Spiti Valley.
Anuradha Paudwal visits Ayodhya to seek blessings of Ram Lalla
Ayodhya, January 12: Popular singer Anuradha Paudwal along with Kavita Paudwal arrived in Ayodhya to seek the blessing of Ram Lalla and perform 'Raag Seva' during the Pratishtha Dwadashi celebrations.