Over the past two years, the narrow pathway leading through shops and buildings to the renowned Vindhyachal Temple has undergone significant renovations. One devotee shared that the brief moments spent gazing at the Devi made the journey’s distance, heat, and miles feel insignificant. A mother of two from Pratapgarh, moved to tears, struggled to pull herself away from the Deity. After wiping her tears of devotion, she found herself in a large, clean compound for exiting pilgrims, meticulously washed and wiped. The intricate geometry and stone carvings caught her eye. The cleanliness and construction details of the under-construction temple corridor…
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Deepika is on her way to becoming an influential figure in the world as a young writer with a big voice and a big heart. Deepika has always possessed the highly sought-after attribute of empathy. She attended the University of Madras and graduated with a BA and MA in English. She has her mother and daughter living with her in Chennai, while she is a single parent.
The Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage in India, which began on May 10, includes the sacred sites of Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Yamunotri. However, soon after its commencement, social media was inundated with images of overcrowded roads as thousands of devotees tried to reach Yamunotri. Recent photos also show cold weather conditions in Kedarnath. This year, there has been a notable increase in tourist numbers compared to 2023. By May 24, official records indicated that 967,000 pilgrims had visited the pilgrimage sites since May 10, with Kedarnath alone receiving 424,000 visitors. Despite the enthusiasm, the influx of visitors has brought significant…
The launch of Agnikul Cosmos’ Agnibaan rocket marks a significant milestone for India’s space sector, demonstrating the country’s expertise in complex rocket technology using a semi-cryogenic engine. This achievement, along with the developments by other private companies like Skyroot Aerospace and the upcoming Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLV), positions India as a potential global hub for small satellite launches. The Indian government’s commercial arm, IN-SPACe, is playing a crucial role in this growth by establishing a dedicated launch centre at Kulasekharapatnam and promoting private sector participation. The small satellite market is expected to generate significant revenue, with each launch vehicle…
The Reserve Bank of India has observed that India’s GDP growth remains robust, propelled by vigorous investment demand backed by sound bank and corporate balance sheets. This growth is further reinforced by the government’s emphasis on capital expenditure and the implementation of prudent monetary, regulatory, and fiscal policies. Despite encountering challenges from a complex global economic scenario, India’s economy is well-poised to advance its growth trajectory over the coming decade, maintaining stability both macroeconomically and financially. The gradual decline in headline inflation towards the target is anticipated to spur consumption demand, particularly in rural areas, contributing to sustained economic expansion.…
On the eve of vote counting, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar announced on Monday that the Lok Sabha elections in India have achieved the highest voter turnout in the world. He described the Indian elections as a “miracle” during a press conference. During the press briefing, CEC Rajiv Kumar applauded the voters who participated in the Lok Sabha elections. He highlighted the record-breaking participation of 642 million voters, marking a historic achievement. This figure represents 1.5 times the combined voter base of the G7 countries and 2.5 times that of the 27 European Union (EU) countries. Kumar expressed gratitude…
With the conclusion of campaigning for the final phase of the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a 45-hour meditation session at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari on Thursday. Upon arriving in the evening, Modi first offered prayers at the Bhagavathy Amman Temple before proceeding to the memorial. Modi’s meditation at Dhyan Mandapam, where Swami Vivekananda is believed to have had a divine vision of ‘Bharat Mata,’ will last from Thursday evening until the evening of June 1. Due to his visit, security has been heightened with 2,000 police personnel deployed, and the Indian Coast Guard and…
Indian American strategic finance leader Krishna Rao has taken on the role of chief financial officer at the artificial intelligence startup Anthropic. His appointment is expected to be instrumental in shaping the company’s financial strategy and operations, particularly as it aims for international expansion. The company announced Rao’s appointment on May 21, highlighting his nearly two decades of experience as a strategic finance leader for prominent, customer-focused brands and as an investor. Anthropic emphasized that Rao would play a pivotal role in advancing their enterprise momentum and supporting their global growth initiatives. Krishna Rao joins Anthropic from Fanatics Commerce, where…
An innovative study led by Ankur Gupta and his team of CU Boulder scientists suggests a potential revolution in charging technology. Gupta, an assistant professor of chemical and biological engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, hails from Delhi, India, and began his academic journey at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, followed by a stint at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he earned his MS and PhD in Chemical Engineering. Their research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, focuses on the movement of ions within intricate networks of tiny pores. Gupta envisions…
India experienced a significant rise in coffee exports, which increased by 12.22% to reach $1.28 billion in the fiscal year 2023-24. This growth was driven by a higher demand for Robusta coffee in international markets, as reported by the commerce ministry. In comparison, coffee exports were valued at $1.14 billion in the previous fiscal year, 2022-23. As Asia’s third-largest coffee producer and exporter, India cultivates both Arabica and Robusta coffee varieties. Arabica beans are characterized by lower caffeine content and a sweeter, smoother taste, while Robusta beans tend to be more bitter and harsher in flavor. In terms of volume,…
Psephologist-turned-politician Yogendra Yadav is the latest poll analyst, following American expert Ian Bremmer and political scientist Prashant Kishor, to forecast a victory for the BJP in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Yadav, however, anticipates that the BJP will not be able to replicate its 2019 success when it won 303 seats. He predicts the party will secure around 240-260 seats, with their NDA allies winning approximately 35-45 seats. Yadav also expects the Congress party to improve its performance, increasing its tally from 52 seats in 2019 to somewhere between 85 and 100 seats. In a tweet, Yadav dismissed the BJP’s…