Banaras Hindu University will launch a two-year master's program in yoga through its Department of Vedic Philosophy. The four-semester course covers Patanjali Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita, and practical training in asanas, pranayama, mudras, bandhas, and satkarmas. Professor Rajaram Shukla stated that tuition remains lower than that of comparable programs at other institutions, in line with the founder, Malaviya Ji's commitment to providing affordable, quality education.
The Academic Council approved the program on September 27, following requests from faculty members and students. The course fills a gap in the Purvanchal region, where no similar program exists. Students can pursue careers in academia and professional yoga...
Actor Adarsh Gourav says he has improved at handling rejection as he has grown older. The 31-year-old recalled his first rejection on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa television show when he was deemed too young to participate, and footage of him crying in a red shirt later went viral. His acting career exposed him to constant criticism, but he says the experience strengthened his determination rather than defeated him. Gourav recently lost a significant opportunity due to what he described as a stupid reason, leaving him angry and upset for several days. He admits he is uncertain whether he processes failure better with age, but he has gained confidence that new opportunities will come. The Superboys of Malegaon star wrote on social media that his...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expanded Gujarat's e-Gram Vishwagram model into the national Digital India Mission after serving as the state's chief minister. Modi launched the original program on Jan. 23, 2009, connecting more than 13,000 village panchayats through broadband infrastructure to deliver government services digitally. The initiative enabled residents to access 321 types of documents electronically, and officials report that the system transformed rural service delivery across Gujarat.
Modi introduced the Digital India Mission on July 1, 2015, aiming to extend digital connectivity to remote areas nationwide. The campaign increased internet users to more than 1 billion people over the past decade, with 420 million accessing...
Actress Sara Ali Khan traveled to Spain to attend a friend's wedding with her mother, Amrita Singh, and brother Ibrahim Ali Khan. The performer shared photographs from the celebration on social media showing the family wearing coordinated outfits across multiple events. Sara posted images of herself in ethnic and Western clothing for different wedding functions.
The siblings appeared in matching colors throughout several photographs from the trip. Social media users praised the family's appearance and called them the cutest siblings on the platform. One commenter noted that both Sara and Ibrahim looked radiant at the celebration.
Sara will appear opposite Ayushmann Khurrana in Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 with Wamiqa Gabbi in a supporting...
Rain forced officials to abandon the Women's World Cup 2025 match between Sri Lanka and Australia without a toss on Saturday in Colombo, and both teams earned one point. Umpires called off the contest nearly three overs before the 8:08 p.m. local deadline because of steady precipitation and poor ground conditions at R. Premadasa Stadium.
Sri Lanka earned its first tournament point after losing to India by 59 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method on Sept. 30 in Guwahati. Australia maintained its position atop the standings with three points from two matches after defeating New Zealand by 89 runs in its opener. The cancellation likely prevented Sri Lanka from suffering a second consecutive defeat against an Australian team that holds...
Actress Shweta Tiwari celebrated her 45th birthday on Saturday with a weekend getaway to Lonavala, accompanied by her children, Palak and Reyansh. The performer thanked her daughter, Palak, for organizing the memorable celebration, which featured relaxing activities and dancing. Tiwari acknowledged the contributions of family members and friends who helped arrange the festivities at a resort in the hill station.
Palak Tiwari will turn 25 on October 8 and joined her mother for the joint birthday weekend before her own celebration. The younger actress shared photographs on social media showing candid moments with her mother and brother at the resort. Shweta Tiwari recently performed the Kasautii Zindagi Ki title track with actor Ronit...
Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman may skip the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16, and a junior officer could represent the nation instead. An unnamed official confirmed the potential absence as India-Bangladesh relations experience tensions following the formation of Bangladesh's interim government. The Indian Army will host military leaders from more than 30 nations that contribute troops to UN peacekeeping missions.
Lt. Gen. Rakesh Kapoor briefed attendees at a curtain-raiser event on October 1 at the Manekshaw Centre about the conclave's procedures. The deputy chief of army staff described the gathering as a platform for dialogue and cooperation among...
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit India for two days beginning on October 8 at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation, according to the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday. The leaders will review progress under the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership's Vision 2035 roadmap on October 9 in Mumbai, and they will address trade, technology, defense, climate, health, and education cooperation. Both prime ministers will discuss opportunities presented by the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement with business leaders, and they will deliver keynote speeches at the sixth Global Fintech Fest.
The visit follows Modi's July trip to the United Kingdom, where the two nations signed the...
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised the six decades of diplomatic relations between India and Singapore on Saturday, highlighting opportunities for enhanced cooperation in sustainability, digitalization, healthcare, manufacturing, and connectivity. The minister spoke at the India-Singapore @60: Partnership for Growth & Engagement business session organized by FICCI, CII, and ASSOCHAM to commemorate the anniversary. Singapore Minister of State Gan Siow Huang emphasized the strong economic ties between the nations and outlined plans for strengthening trade, investment, and innovation partnerships.
The event featured discussions on collaboration in technology, digital transformation, green energy, skills development, and infrastructure...
