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RSS Chief Says Shouldn't Fight Over Different Worship Means
At an event in Delhi, the RSS President Mohan Bhagwat emphasised on the Vedas acknowledgement of worship and God. During the release of Hindi and Urdu version of Samveda, Bhagwat said, "One should not fight over different means and this is the message relevant for all and is something that India has to offer to others." Notably, Samveda is one of the four Vedas, regarded as foundation base of Hinduism.
Tags: Vedas, RSS, Mohan Bhagwat, indian culture, diversity
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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US Secretary Celebrates Holi At Rajnath's House, Expresses Happiness
US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, who is in India on an official visit, arrived at Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's residence on Wednesday and participated in the Holi celebration, on March 8. Expressing happiness to be a part of Holi celebration, Raimondo said, "Raimondo expressed happiness for joining people in the Holi celebration and said, "It's an honour for me to be here on such a holiday."
Tags: Festivals, Holi celebration, indian culture, US Official, Rajnath Singh
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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1 Crore Devotees Expected To Take Holy Dip In Sangam On Mauni Amavasya
Over one crore devotees will take a holy dip in the Sangam in Prayagraj, on February 1. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the fair is being held with strict observance of Covid-19 protocols. The Mela administration has divided the fair area into five sectors. Two 50-bed hospitals, 12 health camps, and 10 treatment centres have been set up. Notably, Mauni Amavasya falls on the moonless day of Magh month.
Tags: indian culture, Magh Mela 2022, holy dip, Prayagraj, Covid-19
Courtesy: Zee News
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Ajanta Caves To Be Digitized and Restored For Eternity
Indian historical site Ajanta Caves is set to be digitized and restored for eternity in a program initiated by a team of members from the Arctic World Archive (AWA). The event of preserving the deposits was held at Svalbard, Norway. AWA has received messages from several Indian political leaders, bureaucrats, and industrialists in support of the step. The initiative is intended to preserve the ancient art for the upcoming generations.
Tags: ajanta caves, Arctic World Archive, historical sites, indian culture
Courtesy: ANI News