In a historic milestone, indigenous LCA Mark 1A fighter aircraft on March 28 completed its first flight. The aircraft airborne for 15 minutes during its first maiden flight, as per Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Currently, two squadrons of IAF, 45 Squadron and 18 Squadron, are fully operational with LCA Tejas. HAL has current capacity to build 8 LCA aircraft per year, this is being increased to 16 aircraft's every year by 2025. In coming years the capacity will be further increased to 24 aircraft every year in the next 3 years. Over Rs 9000 crore have been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and advanced version of LCA Tejas. Earlier in the 2023, Air Chief Marshal stated that the Indian Air Force aims to replace the MiG-21 fighter jets with LCA Tejas.
28 March,2024 05:18 PM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took part in the Holi celebrations in Ahmedabad on March 25. Notably, Holi is a celebration of liveliness, joy, familial ties and close bonds. Holi festival marks the beginning of spring after a long winter season. “I want to extend my greetings to all citizens of the country on Holi. Holi festival has been celebrated here for many years. In a way, Holi is the symbol of the triumph of truth over lies…This is a festival of equality too. When everyone gets covered in colours, neither their clothes nor faces are clear and neither the forward nor the backward are seen. Today, the entire country is celebrating Holi. My greetings to all citizens of the country…For Lord Ram devotees across the world, this is a special Holi…. Today Raghuvir is playing Holi in Awadh. It is a matter of great joy for us…,” said Amit Shah
26 March,2024 09:36 AM IST
The festival of Holi 2024 is witnessing the preparation of a lot of delicious dishes and Puran Poli is one of them. Made of simple ingredients, this sweet and aromatic Maharashtrian recipe is extremely popular, especially during the Holi festival. Join us as we guide you through each step, from preparing the flavorful filling of lentils and jaggery to crafting the perfect dough. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, easy-to-follow instructions by Chef Jigna Thanvi will ensure your Puran Poli turns out soft, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. Don't miss out on making your Holi celebration even more special with this delightful recipe!
24 March,2024 09:30 AM IST
A group of people allegedly attacked foreign students in one of the hostels of Gujarat University Ahmedabad on March 16. Police informed that the scuffle broke out as the foreign students were offering Namaz in the hostel premises. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner Gyanendra Singh Malik informed that stones were pelted and some hostel rooms were damaged. “Around 300 foreign students study here in Gujarat University. Some of them are from African nations, some are from Sri Lanka, some from Afghanistan. In the A block of the hostel, around 75 students live. Some were offering Namaz around 10:30 pm yesterday. Some 20-25 men came and asked them why are they offering Namaz here and it should be done in Masjid. On this, a heated argument and scuffle broke out. Stones were pelted, rooms were damaged. Police immediately responded and FIR was lodged. Strict action will be taken against persons involved. One person is identified. Rest will also be identified soon. The law and order situation here is under control,” he informed.
17 March,2024 03:43 PM IST
The Critics Choice Awards 2024, held in Mumbai on March 12, 2024, was a glittering event graced by luminaries like Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Karan Johar, Kiran Rao, Anil Kapoor, and Vidya Balan. Vidhu Vinod Chopra's "12th Fail" clinched the Best Film award, with its protagonist Vikrant Massey securing the Best Actor trophy. Shefali Shah won as the Best Actress for her role in "Three of Us," while Barun Sobti's "Kohrra" was honored as the Best Series. Watch the full video for more!
13 March,2024 01:11 PM IST
On the second day of Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Pre-wedding function, celebrities from around the globe were spotted in exquisite ethnic attire. Rani Mukherjee looked ethereal in a crimson-red silk saree, complemented by minimal makeup. Mark Zuckerberg effortlessly rocked Indian attire, donning a pastel-coloured kurta. Dwayne Bravo, accompanied by his wife, struck a pose. He wore a vibrant yellow kurta, while his wife adorned a pink lehenga. Navya Naveli and Suhana Khan exuded charm as they posed for the cameras. Kareena Kapoor stunned in a shimmering brown saree. Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd, and his wife Shloka Mehta joined the couple, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, in a photo op. Isha Ambani captivated in a black-hued bodycon dress with gold embellishments. Bollywood star Sonali Bendre exuded glamour in a black saree adorned with silver embellishments and a complementary blouse featuring a black cape with criss-cross patterns in gold. Jhanvi Kapoor elegantly carried herself in a pink shimmering saree.
03 March,2024 03:10 PM IST
Pre-wedding rituals Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant began in 28 in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Anant M. Ambani is the younger son of Industrialist Mukesh D. Ambani and Nita Ambani. The Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding rituals began with the “anna seva”. Both Ambani and the Merchant family along with the bride and groom served some delicious delicacies to the locals of Jamnagar to seek their blessings for the future bride and groom. The rituals will include the traditional Indian family celebrations filled with Music, Dance, Carnival fun, and visual artistry, making it one of the most significant events for India showcasing both Ambani and India’s growing global interest and global connect.
29 February,2024 07:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25 dived into the Arabian Sea off the coast of Gujarat to perform an underwater puja in the remains of the ancient submerged city of Lord Krishna’s Dwarka. In the photos shared by the PM on his ‘X’ handle, he can be seen in scuba gear and descending into the azure waters to offer prayers at the site steeped in historical and spiritual significance. Earlier in the day, PM Narendra Modi in Dwarka offered prayers at Beyt Dwarka Temple. After offering prayers at the temple, Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu in Dwarka. It is the longest cable-stayed bridge of the country that has been constructed at the cost of ₹ 979 crore.
25 February,2024 06:45 PM IST
‘Sudarshan Setu’, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge in Gujarat was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25. The Okha-Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge, also called the Sudarshan Setu spanning 2.5 kilometres, holds immense significance for both residents and pilgrims visiting the revered Dwarkadhish Temple. Initiated by the Centre in 2017 with a groundbreaking ceremony, the bridge aims to simplify access for devotees commuting between Okha and Bet Dwarka. Before its construction, pilgrims had to rely on boat transport to reach the Dwarkadhish Temple in Beyt, Dwarka. The 2.5 km bridge has been built for Rs 978 crore which is set to give a major infrastructure boost in the region.
25 February,2024 01:57 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25 reached his home state Gujarat. He offered prayers at Beyt Dwarka Temple. After offering prayers at the temple, Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu in Dwarka. It is the longest cable-stayed bridge of the country that has been constructed at the cost of ₹ 979 crore. The bridge, spanning 2.5 kilometres, holds immense significance for both residents and pilgrims visiting the revered Dwarkadhish Temple. Beyt Dwarka is an island near Okha port, which is nearly 30 km from Dwarka town, where the famous Dwarkadhish temple of Lord Krishna is situated. Beyt Dwarka is an island near Okha port, which is nearly 30 km from Dwarka town, where the famous Dwarkadhish temple of Lord Krishna is situated.
25 February,2024 11:40 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
