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Lucknow, Nov 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people in Ayodhya, distributed fruits and sweets among sanitation workers, boatmen and underprivileged families, and called for a clean, beautiful, and well-organised city while invoking the ideals of Lord Shri Ram.During his visit to the holy city on the occasion of Diwali, the Chief Minister also offered prayers at the Ram Temple and sought blessings for the country’s progress, public welfare and prosperity.Addressing people during the celebrations, CM Yogi urged them to take a collective resolution to protect Ayodhya’s religious identity, dignity and cultural heritage.“We have to take only one resolution. That resolution has to be that in the coming times, there should be no evil ey...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin, along with other party leaders, on Sunday performed a special 'puja' and 'havan' to mark the 100th birthday of veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani.The 'havan' was organised at the BJP Central Office to pray for the good health and well-being of the veteran politician.Earlier on Sunday, the BJP chief took to the social media platform 'X' to extend birthday greetings to the former Deputy PM, saying: "Heartfelt birthday wishes and congratulations to the venerable Shri Lal Krishna Advani ji, Bharat Ratna recipient, former Deputy Prime Minister, and guide to us all.""From the Jana Sangh to the Bharatiya Janata Party, you have made an unforgettable contribution to expanding the organisa...

Hyderabad, Nov 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on his birthday.The Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to Revanth Reddy and prayed for his long life and good health. “Warm greetings for your birthday on November 08. Wishing you continued good health and a long, fulfilling life,” wrote the Prime Minister in a letter.“In this era of Amrit Kaal, as India takes rapid strides toward development, prosperity and inclusivity, I am confident that your continued efforts will help propel the state and the nation to greater heights,” he said.“May your life be blessed with happiness, peace and prosperity. I extend my warm wishes to you on your birthday once again,” the Prime Minister added.Posting the Prime Minister’s letter on his ‘...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday extended greetings to veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani on his 100th birthday, referring to the latter as a "living example of putting the nation first".Taking to the social media platform 'X', HM Shah said: "Respected Shri Lal Krishna Advani Ji, a symbol of service to the nation, an architect of the BJP, and a principled statesman, completes 99 years today and steps into the 100th year of his life. On behalf of crores of BJP workers, I extend my heartfelt birthday wishes to him.""From a humble family background to becoming a founding member of the BJP, its National President, and the Deputy Prime Minister of the country, Advani Ji's life in every role has been a li...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate Diwali with the security officials posted in Chhattisgarh's Bastar -- a region historically affected by Maoism -- highlighting how the situation in the area has transformed and development has gained momentum.The Prime Minister said that he will salute the security personnel for their sacrifices and selfless service.Taking to X, PM Modi said, "Heading to Bastar to celebrate Diwali with our brave security forces. This is an area where Naxalism once held sway, and now, development is flourishing.""I am going to salute our brave security personnel for their sacrifices, selfless service and unwavering devotion to the nation," he added.Every year, for over a decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has transformed his Diwali cele...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) In a bid to enhance awareness, improved understanding, and stronger stakeholder engagement around the new Labour Codes, a district-level capacity-building programme brought together Central Government and State Government authorities and industry representatives in Madhya Pradesh.The event contributed to enhanced awareness, improved understanding, and stronger stakeholder engagement, thereby supporting the effective adoption and implementation of the New Labour Codes, according to Labour Ministry.The programme aimed at enhancing awareness among employers, HR, Legal and Finance professionals regarding the Labour Codes and rules made thereunder. It also focused on strengthening awareness and institutional capacity on labour reforms, welfare and social protection, prom...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan extended birthday greetings to veteran party leader and former Deputy Prime Minister, Bharat Ratna Lal Krishna Advani, on his 100th birthday and prayed for his good health and happiness.Taking to X, VP Radhakrishnan said, "Heartiest birthday greetings to Respected Shri L. K. Advani Ji. His decades of public service and commitment to the nation have been an important part of India's democratic journey. I pray for his good health, happiness and well-being."Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will organise a special programme at its Central Office on Sunday to mark the 100th birthday of Lal Krishna Advani.The programme, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Diwali, will be attended by BJP National President Nitin Nabin,...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) The Chief Ministers of several states across the country extended Diwali greetings to people through social media posts, sharing messages centred on happiness, prosperity, social harmony, humanity and the triumph of light over darkness. From invoking the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha to recalling the ideals of Lord Ram, the leaders used the occasion to convey their wishes for peace, well-being, and a brighter future.Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis extended greetings on the occasion of Lakshmi Pujan and Diwali, expressing hope that Goddess Lakshmi would dispel the shadow of drought over the state.His post read, “Heartiest greetings to all on Laxmi Pujan and Diwali! May Goddess Laxmi dispel the shadow of drought over Maharashtra and bless ...

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) The death toll in the multi-storey building collapse in Delhi's Chawri Bazar has climbed to seven as the rescuers recovered one more body from the debris, officials said.The deceased has been identified as Luchhuman Mukhiya (66 years), a resident of Jakauli in Bihar's Darbhanga.The mortal remains have been shifted to LNJP Hospital for further proceedings.Earlier on Saturday, the owner of the now-collapsed three-storey building has been arrested, police said.Officials said that six bodies have been recovered so far during rescue operations at the site.Five of the six deceased -- Sanjeet Kumar, Pankaj Sharma, Shantu and Dinesh Sah-- hailed from Khagaria district in Bihar, while Kishori Sah was a resident of the state's Saharsa.Another victim, Vipin Ram, resided in...

Chennai, Nov 8 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Police have launched a special crackdown on illegal motorcycle racing and dangerous road stunts on Sunday, warning that stringent action will be taken against youngsters engaging in reckless driving and activities that endanger public safety.Special police teams have been deployed along major roads and vulnerable stretches across the city to prevent motorcycle racing, dangerous stunts and other traffic violations during the Diwali festive celebrations.Police officials said surveillance would be intensified throughout the day, particularly on roads where youngsters are likely to gather for racing and stunt activities. Those found violating traffic regulations would face legal action.The heightened vigil comes amid elaborate security arrangements mad...