India Archive

MADURAI: In a remarkable discovery that links us to our past, a 500-year-old stone sculpture from the era of the Vijayanagara Empire has been unearthed near Madurai, Tamil Nadu. This significant find adds to the growing list of historical artifacts that shed light on the rich cultural heritage of ancient Tamil Nadu, a land where the valor of heroes was immortalized in stone.

NEW DELHI: In a recent development, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a firm stand against the Congress protests on the outskirts of Guwahati. Describing the Congress's actions as “naxalite tactics”, he has directed the Assam police to take legal action against Rahul Gandhi, the prominent Congress leader, for his role in provoking the crowd.

On a significant Monday, the 22nd of January 2024, a deeply emotional and historic moment unfolded at the Ram Mandir temple in Ayodhya. Sadhvi Rithambara and BJP leader Uma Bharti, key figures in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, were seen sharing a poignant embrace. This movement, central to the hearts of millions, was dedicated to reclaiming the birthplace of Lord Ram, a revered deity in Hinduism.

Mumbai: In a significant development for Ayodhya, the hospitality, travel, and tourism industry is experiencing a remarkable upsurge. Following the inauguration of the Ram Mandir set for January 22, there has been a creation of up to 20,000 additional jobs. This surge in employment is a direct response to the expected influx of lakhs of tourists to Ayodhya, a city revered for its religious and cultural significance.

In the quiet village of Ramgarh Sardaran, Ludhiana, a family is grappling with a devastating loss. Agniveer soldier Ajay Singh, a young man of just 23 years, was tragically killed in a landmine blast near the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district. This heartbreaking news came on Friday, casting a shadow of grief over his family and the entire nation.

In a distressing revelation from Tamil Nadu, an 18-year-old Dalit woman from the Kallakurichi region has come forward with allegations of severe abuse and neglect. She reports that this maltreatment occurred while she was working as a domestic helper in a Chennai household. The gravity of the situation is compounded by the identity of her employers: Anto Mathivanan and Marlina, the son and daughter-in-law of prominent Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) I Karunanithi.

In a significant development from New Delhi, reported on January 18, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India has confirmed that the Indian ambassador to Qatar, along with embassy officials, successfully met with eight former Indian Navy officials currently detained in Qatar. This meeting marks a crucial step in addressing the concerns surrounding the detention of these veterans.

In a moment of introspection and candidness, Supreme Court Justice Abhay S. Oka delivered a striking message during the Second Shyamala Pappu Memorial Lecture. His words shed light on a concerning issue facing India's judiciary system — the diminishing faith of the common man in its ability to deliver justice.

In a recent turn of events that has stirred the political landscape, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut has brought a new perspective into the ongoing narrative surrounding the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. With the Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha ceremony slated for the 22nd of January in Ayodhya, Raut’s remarks have added an unexpected dimension to the discourse.

In a significant move reflecting the stringent enforcement of aviation safety norms in India, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Safety (BCAS) has levied a substantial fine on both IndiGo and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI Airport) in Mumbai. The fines, amounting to Rs 1.2 crore for IndiGo and Rs 60 lakh for CSMI Airport, were imposed following an incident that caught public attention through social media. A video showing passengers eating on the tarmac at the Mumbai Airport had gone viral, sparking widespread concern over safety protocols at the airport.