Dr. Lajapathirai Urges Indian Knowledge in School Curriculum at Valmiki Ramayanam Event

December 18, 2025

Dr. Lajapathirai Urges Indian Knowledge in School Curriculum at Valmiki Ramayanam Event

Dr. Hanumanthu Lajapathirai, former VC of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, says school lessons must include Indian Knowledge System. He spoke at a Valmiki Ramayanam event in Vizianagaram, urging updates in education to cover heritage, philosophy, and traditional medicine.

US Announces $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, China Condemns Move

December 18, 2025

US Announces $10 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, China Condemns Move

The Trump administration approved a $10 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including missiles, howitzers, and drones. China strongly condemned the deal, warning of regional instability. Taiwan thanked the US, seeing the sale as key to its defense.

Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival Begins at Srirangam Temple from Dec 19 with Grand Rituals and Security

December 18, 2025

Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival Begins at Srirangam Temple from Dec 19 with Grand Rituals and Security

The 22-day Vaikunta Ekadasi festival starts at Srirangam Sri Ranganathaswamy temple on December 19. The event features special processions, opening of Paramapadhavaasal on Dec 30, and tight security as thousands of devotees attend.

Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival Begins at Srirangam Temple from Dec 19 with Grand Rituals and Security

December 18, 2025

Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival Begins at Srirangam Temple from Dec 19 with Grand Rituals and Security

The 22-day Vaikunta Ekadasi festival starts at Srirangam Sri Ranganathaswamy temple on December 19. The event features special processions, opening of Paramapadhavaasal on Dec 30, and tight security as thousands of devotees attend.

Rare Rain on Iran's Hormuz Island Turns Red Beach Waters Deep Red

December 18, 2025

Rare Rain on Iran's Hormuz Island Turns Red Beach Waters Deep Red

Rainfall on Iran’s Hormuz Island caused red soil to flow into the sea, turning the waters of Red Beach a dramatic deep red. This rare event brightened the island’s vivid coastline, making it a stunning natural spectacle.