President Draupadi Murmu

January 13, 2025 12:02 PM

Northern India Celebrates Lohri honoring tradition and community spirit

As Northern India, particularly the states of Haryana and Punjab, experiences a cold wave, the region is celebrating the harvest festival of Lohri on Monday. Lohri, a festival of gratitude, is observed to honoUr Lord Surya, the Sun God, for providing light and warmth to help crops grow. The President of India extended her warm wishes on this auspicious occasion. In a message shared on her X account, she said: On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, I extend ...

Nation observes Veer Baal Diwas to honour the martyrdom of Sahibzades

The nation is commemorating Veer Baal Diwas today, marking the heroic sacrifice of the four sons of Shri Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th Guru of the Sikhs. This day, dedicated to their martyrdom, serves as a reminder of their steadfast bravery and commitment to their faith. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a message shared on his X account (formerly Twitter), said: "Today, on Veer Baal Diwas, we remember the unparalleled bravery and sacrifice of the Sahibzades. At a young age, they stood firm in t...