PM Modi extends wishes to Nation on Onam, Milad-un-Nabi

PM Modi, other leaders extend wishes to nation on Onam, Eid Milad-un-Nabi, Teachers' Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended warm wishes to the citizens of the country on the occasion of Onam, Milad-un-Nabi, and Teachers' Day, highlighting the cultural, spiritual, and educational significance of each event. Emphasizing the rich traditions of Kerala, PM Modi said that Onam reflects the timeless heritage and cultural pride of the state. Sep 5, 2025
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Eid-e-Milad holiday row sparks outrage in J&K; UT admn slammed for ignoring moon sighting

A controversy has broken out in J&K after the Union Territory administration declined to shift the Eid-e-Milad holiday from Friday to Saturday despite the moon sighting. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, J&K Grand Mufti, and Education Minister Sakina Itoo strongly criticized the decision, terming it insensitive and a disregard of religious sentiments. Sep 5, 2025
President Murmu confers National Teachers Awards, lauds their contribution in nation-building

President Murmu confers National Teachers Awards, lauds their contribution in nation-building

"Education makes a person capable. Children from the poorest backgrounds can touch the skies of progress with the power of education. Affectionate and devoted teachers play the most important role in giving strength to the flight of children. The biggest reward for teachers is that their students remember them throughout their lives and make commendable contributions to the family, society and country," she said. Sep 5, 2025
The deepest lesson: Greatness beyond medals and titles [Teacher's Day Special]

The deepest lesson: Greatness beyond medals and titles [Teachers' Day Special]

True education is not about rising higher but about diving deeper into service, into sacrifice, into the very heart of humanity. On this Teachers' Day, may we all become teachers in the truest sense, not only through our words, but also through the choices we make, the courage we summon, and the lives we lift, writes Major General Dilawar Singh. Sep 5, 2025
Ban imposed on sale of liquor in Bengaluru ahead of Eid-e-Milad celebrations today

Ban imposed on sale of liquor in Bengaluru ahead of Eid-e-Milad celebrations today

Police Commissioner Singh on Thursday said, "On September 5, the occasion of Eid-e-Milad, Muslim brothers will start a procession from the limits of Kothanur and Sampigehalli police stations in the North-east division and will proceed along Thanisandra Main Road, Nagawara Main Road, Arabic College Main Road, Shyampur Main Road, Tannery Road, Haines Road, H.K.P Road, Thammayya Road, Jayamahal Road, Nandidurga Road in the east division." Sep 5, 2025