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London/ National, 23rd October 2026 — Thousands engaged with Revered Daaji (Kamlesh D. Patel) –  The Guide of Heartfulness and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission Conducted a visit to London from -15-20 October, convening members of the general public, parliamentary representatives, scholarly experts, corporate executives, religious organizations, and representatives from civil society. Approximately, 1,400 gather in central London as visit spans wellbeing, sustainability, Parliament, interfaith dialogue and education. The initiative derives its conceptual foundation from Kanha Shanti Vanam, the expansive 1,400-acre international headquarters of heartfulness situated in proximity to Hyderabad, India, Wherein previously compromised terrain has undergone comprehensive transformation into regenerative ecosystem that synthesis ecological rehabilitation, hydrological resource management, eeducational programming, and communal engagement.  Additionally, the initiative was unveiled...

The Rastriya Swayamsevak Sangh was established on September 27, 1925, through the initiative of Sr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, Maharashtra.  Today, on 20 October 2026, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is commemorating its 101st Foundation Day (Sthapana Divas)  and its annual Vijayadashami celebrations. The RSS Foundation Day (Sthapna Diwas) is observed annually on the sacred Hindu occasion of Vijayadashami (Dussehra), which follows the lunar calendar rather than adhering to a fixed calendar date.  The Diwas is officially celebrated every year on Vijayadashami, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. These celebrations involve Shahtra Puja (Worship of weapons/instruments of protection), community gatherings (Shakhas), and pledges dedicated to national service and social unity.  Addressing the Vijayadashami Utsav at the Reshimbagh Ground in Nagpur,  Dr. Mohan Bhagwat  shared his vision and said, "We need to create a Bharat that offers a compre...

On 17 October 2026, a stampede took place at Chorebagan, located in Kolkata, resulting in nineteen fatalities and fifteen individuals sustaining injuries. Many were kids and women. Following this incident, the pandal was temporarily shut down, along with several other similar structures that were experiencing substantial visitor traffic during the Durga Puja celebrations. The Chief Minister of Bengal announced that law enforcement authorities had apprehended multiple individuals, encompassing representatives from the organization that coordinated the puja festivities, personnel from the contracted security firm, and individuals accountable for crowd management operations at the pandal. Key Updates:  Numerous Puja Pandals experienced operational closures or implemented entry restrictions during the festival period. As per the media reports, the Kolkata Police are conducting an inquiry to determine whether inadequate crowd control procedures, confusion over entry and exit routes, an...

Durga Puja: the wait is over for West Bengal; this festival brings hope, happiness, and joy to every person's life. Durga Puja is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura.  On the auspicious evening of Chaturthi, the Durga Puja celebrations organized by the Dakshin Falguni Club were formally inaugurated at Garia Dakshin Falguni Krira Prangan. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Samik Bhattacharya, State President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, West Bengal, and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha. He ceremonially  inaugurated the festivities by presenting flowers to Maa Durga and igniting the ceremonial lamp.  The occasion was further distinguished by the presence of eminent social worker Kamal Kumar Dugar. In attendance were Club President B.K. Saha, Puja Committee President Swapan Rudra, Club Secretary Ajay Kumar Yadav, Booth President Bandhu Lahiri, Mandal President Dr. Sanjay Mondal, Debojyoti, Pralay Gayen, Suman...

Union MoS (Ind. Charge) Science & Technology, Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, PP/ DoPT, Atomic Energy Space Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh engaged in participation at the 8th India-United Kingdom Science and Innovation Council (SIC) Meeting, wherein he convened with Mr. Jonathan Reynolds. the British Minister serving as Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science, and Trade of the United Kingdom, to facilitate bilateral discussions concerning Space, Nuclear Energy, and emerging technologies.  During this event, Dr. Jitendra Singh and Jonathan Reynolds formally inaugurated the BRIC-CDF-ONT India Genomics Centre of Excellence. The inauguration ceremony was graced by the presence of Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale, Secretary of the Department of Biotechnology and Director General of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC); Prof. Ullas Kolhur - Seetharam, Director of BRIC- CDFC; and Mr. Nich Kehar, Chief Financial Officer of Oxford Nenopore Technologies.  Key Highlights:...

https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2108881380121903395 Reportedly. the founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, Abhijit Dipke, called for a massive protest at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar. The gathering demands the resignation of India's Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar, citing allegations that the CEC has engaged in the manipulation of voter registries.  https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cjps-october-10-protest-seeking-cec-gyanesh-kumars-resignation-full-coverage/article71565355.ece https://x.com/AlternateMediaX/status/2108823711642206500 Prior to arriving at Janata Mantar, the Delhi Police apprehended the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), along with numerous other individuals. Dipke and his associate Sourav Das were detained upon their arrival by flight; they were subsequently notified that authorization for the demonstration had been rejected.  However, many prominent leaders, like Priyanka Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, and many others, have come forward to ...

Today, renowned actress Koel Mallik officially became a member of the Bhartiya Janata Party during a formal ceremony held at the BJP West Bengal State Headquarters located at 6 Murlidhar Sen Lane, Kolkata. Surrounded by prominent state BJP officials, she was graciously received into the BJP organization and honored with the presentation of an Uttariya.  While addressing the press conference, the state BJP leader said that inspired by the dedicated public service, development-oriented work, and commitment to the welfare of the people demonstrated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as  well as the development initiatives undertaken in West Bengal over the past few months under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari, Koel Mallik has decided to join the BJP. It was expressed that she will play an important role in the development of West Bengal and the nation and in serving the people in the days ahead.  Koel Mallik said that humanity and service to people are ...