Nirmala Sitharaman visits famous Hindu temple in Sri Lanka's Jaffna city
Friday, 3 November 2023 Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil or Nallur Murugan Kovil is one of the most significant Hindu temples in the Jaffna district of Northern Province. The temple is a socially important institution for the Sri Lankan Tamils Hindu identity and many temples have been built in Europe and North America using the same name as a cultural memory. The presiding deity is Lord Muruga (son of Lord Siva aka Karthikeya) in the form of the holy Vel. Sitharaman is in Sri Lanka on a three-day visit.
India cruised into the cricket World Cup semifinals, defeating Sri Lanka by 302 runs in Mumbai. Posting a formidable 357/8, India's batting brilliance, led by Kohli, Gill, and Iyer, overwhelmed Sri Lanka. The dominant bowling trio of Bumrah, Siraj, and Shami dismantled Sri Lanka's batting lineup,...
The much-anticipated Union Budget is set to be delivered on July 23 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. And there's a lot of buzz around possible changes to the Provident Fund. Employees are hopeful that the upper ceiling of the PF, which has remained static at ₹15,000 for a decade, might see a hike.
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman condemned the Hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu, highlighting that over 200 people are hospitalised and 56 have died, mainly from the scheduled caste. She criticised the Congress party, particularly President Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, for their silence on the issue. Sitharaman expressed shock that illicit liquor was being sold in Kalakurchi despite the availability of licensed liquor from government-run TASMAC shops. She called for a CBI investigation into the matter.
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Explore the powerful women leaders in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 3.0 Cabinet! From seasoned politicians like Nirmala Sitharaman and Annapurna Devi to fresh faces bringing new energy, discover how these seven women are set to shape India's future. Join us as we delve into their backgrounds, achievements, and roles in the new NDA government. Don't miss this in-depth look at the women at the forefront of India's political landscape.
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National Conference leader Omar Abdullah discussed BCCI's decision against the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, urging Pakistan to improve relations. Abdullah.. IndiaTimes
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe have formally commissioned the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Colombo. Funded by a USD 6 million grant from India, the MRCC aims to enhance maritime safety across the region. This ceremony marks a significant milestone in India-Sri Lanka relations, highlighting cooperation in various sectors including power, energy, connectivity, port infrastructure, aviation, digital technology, health, food security, education, and tourism. Join us as we delve into this major development and its implications for regional safety and cooperation.
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The four-day wedding celebrations began on Friday with the traditional Hindu wedding ceremony and will be followed by a grand reception that’s expected to run throughout the weekend.
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The high-profile wedding begins with a traditional Hindu "Shubh Vivaah" ceremony, followed by a "Shubh Aashirwad" blessing on Saturday, and concludes with a "Mangal Utsav" reception on Sunday, according to a leaked invitation. The events are set to take place at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre and the Ambani family's residence, Antilia. The guest list includes numerous celebrities and prominent figures.
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South Indian stars, including Atlee and Rajnikanth, have arrived at Antilia for the iconic Ambani wedding. The celebration kicks off with a traditional Hindu "Shubh Vivaah" ceremony, followed by a "Shubh Aashirwad" blessing on Saturday, and concludes with a "Mangal Utsav" reception on Sunday. Events will be held at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre and the Ambani family's residence, Antilia. The leaked invitation reveals a star-studded guest list, promising a lavish affair befitting one of India's wealthiest families.
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Thousands of pilgrims journey to Jammu for the 52-day Amarnath Yatra despite terror attacks. They chant Hindu slogans en route to the cave shrine via Baltal and.. IndiaTimes
'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara and Jenna Ortega will kick off this year's Venice International Film Festival. This will mark the world premiere for Tim Burton's hotly-anticipated sequel to his 1988 comedy-horror hit. The film will premiere in Venice on August 28th, screening out of competition. The Warner Bros. release hits the big screen in North America on September 6th and internationally beginning September 4th.
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Cyndi Lauper , Announces Farewell Tour.
The 70-year-old singer has announced the "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour," CNN reports.
Lauper will play in 23 North American cities.
The tour kicks off on Oct. 18 in Montreal.
It will end on Dec. 5 in Chicago.
Pre-sale tickets will be available on June 4.
General sale tickets will be available on June 7.
Lauper is scheduled to talk about her upcoming
tour on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on June 5.
Meanwhile, a documentary about Lauper
will debut on Paramount+ on June 4.
It is titled, 'Let the Canary Sing'
and is directed by Alison Ellwood.
According to a press release, 'Let the Canary Sing' , "chronicles Lauper’s meteoric ascent to stardom
and her profound impact on generations through
her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering
feminism and tireless advocacy.".
The documentary takes the
audience on an engaging
exploration of a renowned and
pioneering artist who has left a
remarkable legacy with her art, Via press release
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Sri Lanka fell into a debt trap with China's $1.26 billion loan for the Hambantota Port in 2007, leading to China's control of the port in 2017. In response, the U.S. plans a $553 million investment in..
Twelve years on from that dream April 2011 night when a country of billions landed in a frenzy of delight, India takes on Sri Lanka in another World Cup clash here on Sunday, albeit one that is poles..