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Lakshmi Parvati hits out at NTR’s family after being snubbed for coin release ceremony

Lakshmi Parvati, 2nd wife of N.T. Rama Rao, criticises family for not inviting her to ₹100 coin release event. Welcomes coin release, but condemns family for not following protocol. Criticises NTR's daughter & son-in-law for not inviting her to grand event in New Delhi. Claims marriage performed as per Hindu…

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

‘Purification’ of TTD Trust Board is need of the hour, says BJP leader

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Srikakulam district president Birlangi Umamaheswara Rao on August 28 (Monday) said that ‘purification’ of the new Trust Board of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) was the need of the hour, alleging that the State government had hurt the sentiments of the Hindus by appointing non-Hindus with…

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Jagadguru Parmhans Acharya sits on indefinite hunger strike after being stopped from entering curfew-imposed Nuh

Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya, a Hindu seer from Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, sat on an indefinite hunger strike after he was allegedly stopped from entering Haryana's Nuh, where section 144 has been imposed following the call for a 'Shobha Yatra' in the district. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Aug 28, 2023

Explained | The reality of scholarship schemes for religious minorities in India

Read The Hindu explainer on decoding the status of scholarship schemes implemented for religious minorities in India.

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

BJP to launch signature campaign over TTD board nominations

BJP to launch signature campaign against appointment of non-believers and those facing criminal prosecution to Hindu temple trust boards. Campaign slogan is "Mana Devalayam - Mana Hakku" to protect temples from other religions. Daggubati Purandeswari faults CM Jagan Mohan Reddy for treating TTD Board as "political rehabilitation centre".

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

Morning Digest | G-20 nations arrive at consensus on issues of cultural heritage; videos of attack on Muslim child in U.P. taken down on X, and more

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The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

Explained | Why was a 40% duty imposed on onion exports?

In order to increase the availability of onions in the market, the government on August 19 imposed a 40% duty on the export of onions until the end of the year. Read on The Hindu why was a 40% duty imposed on onion exports?

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023

Upbeat music and impromptu dance make The Hindu’s Festival of Chennai celebrations special

Chennai's 'Festival of Chennai' is bringing music, film and joy to the city! Music on Wheels, a double-decker bus hosting music shows, and Moonlight Cinema sessions on the beach are delighting locals. The festival is in partnership with Greater Chennai Corporation and other partners, and is a celebration of Chennai's…

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023

Onam 2023: Interesting story, history, and significance of the festival

Onam is an annual harvest festival in India that is mostly observed by the Hindus in Kerala. Onam honours Vamana and King Mahabali. According to Hindu mythology, Onam is observed in Kerala in honour of the wise leadership displayed by the mythical demon king Mahabali.

The Times of India · Aug 26, 2023

Home Minister Amit Shah asks Meitei group to initiate dialogue with Kuki leaders

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urges Meitei civil society group Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) to initiate dialogue with responsible Kuki leaders; Kuki-Zo MLAs say they would not attend the Assembly session as they feared for their lives

The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023