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Lucknow. Sunday, 3 May 2026 Uttar Pradesh is transcending its traditional tourism identity. While Ayodhya, Kashi, and Mathura continue to draw record-breaking crowds, the state government has officially pivoted toward a more inclusive spiritual strategy: the Shakti Chakra circuit. This initiative is designed to put 31 lesser-known but spiritually potent …

Lucknow. Sunday, 3 May 2026 Kanpur is set to become a national hub for healthcare and special education with the upcoming All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) satellite campus. Located in the Surar area, this ₹180 crore project is not just a medical facility but a transformational step …

Hyderabad, 2nd May 2026: Former Defence Minister the late Dr. Mallikarjun has received recognition by the prestigious Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). In an exemplary show of international solidarity, the university, which ranks amongst the topmost in the world has named a newly built terrace at the Bologna campus of SAIS Europe as …

Lucknow. Sunday, 3 May 2026 The Government of India has officially set the wheels in motion for the 16th National Census, a historic exercise that will be the first-ever Digital Census in the country’s history. In Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state, the administration is preparing for a massive two-phase …

Dehradun. Saturday, 2 May 2026 The Char Dham Yatra 2026 has officially commenced, transforming the high Himalayas into a vibrant corridor of faith. Within the first few weeks, the pilgrimage has seen an unprecedented influx of 546,000 devotees, with Kedarnath Temple solidifying its position as the primary spiritual magnet of …

Chennai, Tamil Nadu – May 2026: This Mother’s Day, The Kitchen by Chef Deepa invites Chennai to celebrate the most cherished bond of all—with food that feels like it’s made by a mother, for a mother. Known for its authentic, pure vegetarian Amritsari cuisine, The Kitchen by Chef Deepa brings …

Varanasi. Saturday, 2 May 2026 In a landmark move to modernize India’s spiritual landscape, the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust has officially launched its advanced app-based darshan system. Effective from May 1, 2026, this digital initiative aims to eliminate long queues, bridge language gaps, and provide a seamless “Smart Pilgrimage” …

Jammu. Friday, 1 May 2026 The air in Baramulla was thick with nostalgia and incense this week as the Ganesh Temple at Kachua Muqam witnessed its first major religious congregation in nearly four decades. For the Kashmiri Pandit community, the revival of the annual rituals on April 29 and 30, …

Lucknow. Friday, 1 May 2026 The spiritual transformation of Ayodhya has moved beyond the main Ram Mandir complex. As of 2026, the Uttar Pradesh government and the Shri Ayodhya Teerth Vikas Parishad have accelerated the development of a comprehensive tourism circuit encompassing 41 sacred sites. This initiative, rooted in the …

Chandigarh. Friday, 1 May 2026 The iconic Beating Retreat ceremony at the Attari–Wagah Border is adjusting its schedule to beat the heat. Starting May 1, 2026, the Border Security Force (BSF) has revised the daily parade timings to ensure a safer and more pleasant experience for the thousands of patriotic …