‘It’s remarkable’: Jason Kelce quips about zero leaks from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding at Madison Square Garden

‘It’s remarkable’: Jason Kelce quips about zero leaks from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding at Madison Square Garden

Jason Kelce reacts to zero leaks from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding. (Image credits: Instagram) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the beloved ‘American Royals,’ tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at Madison Square Garden, New York City, almost a month ago. While nearly 1,000 guests attended the star-studded wedding ceremony, not a single…

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10 baby names inspired by Greek mythology

10 baby names inspired by Greek mythology

Inspired by Helen of Troy, one of the most famous women in Greek mythology, Helen has long symbolised beauty and grace. Despite its ancient origins, the name has remained a classic across generations and continues to be widely used around the world. Greek mythology offers a wealth of meaningful baby names that have stood the…

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Libra Monthly Predictions for August 2026: Organised efforts and patience will lead to a settled and confident month

Libra Monthly Predictions for August 2026: Organised efforts and patience will lead to a settled and confident month

August resembles a winding hill road. A slower turn can still bring you to a fine view. As August begins, the opening days suggest excellent compatibility with your spouse. You may feel especially happy as your partner takes loving care of your children. Your spouse may also become your closest friend, guide and adviser. By…

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Google ‘clarifies’ after researcher claims he ‘planted nuclear plant in Iran’ and ‘put refugees near Mexico border’ on Google Earth

Google ‘clarifies’ after researcher claims he ‘planted nuclear plant in Iran’ and ‘put refugees near Mexico border’ on Google Earth

Google has responded after an AI researcher used the newly-launched feature in Google Earth. The researcher demonstrated how the tech giant’s Nano Banana AI image generator in Google Earth can be used to fabricate geopolitical crises, military sites and fatal accidents on real satellite mapping imagery. The tool allows users to zoom into any real-world…

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Brazil’s President confirms visa rejection for two US officials over alleged election meddling | World News

Brazil’s President confirms visa rejection for two US officials over alleged election meddling | World News

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has confirmed that his government denied visas to two US officials, accusing them of attempting to interfere in the country’s October general election, Reuters reportedSpeaking at an event on Wednesday, Lula said the officials had planned to travel to Brazil to influence the electoral process. The news agency…

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NEW DELHI: The Centre has summoned Meta’s global team to explain the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post, with government officials set to question the social media giant on alleged algorithmic bias, the functioning of its content moderation systems and its role in maintaining public order, PTI reported citing sources.According to the sources, Meta’s global team is expected to arrive in India sometime in the middle of next week. Besides appearing before government officials, the executives will also depose before a parliamentary panel.The move comes days after the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) summoned a senior Meta executive following the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Modi’s Facebook post addressing India’s youth and promising stringent action against paper leaks.Government to seek answers on algorithmic biasSources told PTI that the government’s interaction with Meta’s global team would focus on whether the platform’s algorithms exhibit bias, how those algorithms function and the company’s broader responsibility in matters affecting public order.The officials are expected to “categorically” seek clarification on issues surrounding algorithmic bias and the manner in which Meta’s content moderation systems operate, the sources said.Meta apologised, government found explanation inadequateMeta had earlier attributed the restriction of the Prime Minister’s post to a technical glitch and issued an apology. However, according to PTI, MeitY considered the company’s explanation “inadequate”.Following the incident, Meta informed the ministry that content posted by Prime Minister Modi and certain other prominent accounts would be subjected to additional oversight on its platforms.The company also wrote to the government outlining enhanced safeguards, including multiple levels of review involving senior company officials before action is taken on posts published by the Prime Minister and other high-profile accounts.Parliamentary panel to examine issueApart from appearing before government officials, Meta’s global representatives are also expected to testify before a parliamentary panel as scrutiny over the company’s content moderation practices intensifies.Government sources told PTI that when platform rules or Indian laws are violated, liabilities would arise.The sources also pointed to studies highlighting the wider impact of social media on society, including concerns over cognitive health and mental well-being among both children and adults due to excessive digital media consumption.”Keeping all these aspects in mind, steps that are needed will be taken,” a government source told PTI, adding that the government was treating the matter seriously.Hyderabad Police also register casesThe government’s scrutiny comes amid parallel legal action in Telangana.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesEarlier this week, Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police registered cases against Meta India head Arun Srinivas and operators of several Facebook and Instagram accounts over allegedly morphed and AI-generated content targeting Prime Minister Modi during protests over the NEET paper leak issue.According to police, the cases were filed following complaints by BJP supporters alleging that manipulated videos and images of the Prime Minister were circulated on social media. Investigators have issued notices to Meta and are tracing the operators behind the accounts named in the complaints.The latest developments mark an escalation in the government’s scrutiny of Meta, with the company now facing regulatory, parliamentary and law enforcement action over its content moderation practices and handling of politically sensitive content.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAyush PandeyAyush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defence, and major legal and policy developments across India and the world. His reporting focuses on elections, national security, and institutional affairs, tracking the decisions and conflicts that shape public life.

He specialises in sharp explainers and in-depth feature stories that go beyond headlines to decode political shifts, defence strategy, geopolitical flashpoints, and changing public sentiment. His work combines speed, clarity, and depth for a fast-moving digital audience.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesFriendship Day Cards 2026: Best friendship day greeting card images to share with your friends7 traditional Kashmiri breads and what makes them so specialInside Archana Puran Singh’s 75-year-old Dehradun home: A lush garden, vintage interiors and a massive living roomThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? Know its benefits, ingredients, and natural alternativesAnanya Panday’s peacock blue Gauri & Nainika gown is the luxe fashion moment everyone will rememberWhat Lord Shiva teaches you based on your birth dateBefore you throw out old glass jars, try these 7 DIY ideas for your kitchen, garden, and homeChef reveals the healthy salad recipe that President Droupadi Murmu asked her team to master10 tiny texting habits that quietly push people away without you realizing it123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardNEET selective edit windowCommonwealth Games LiveUS work permit feeE20 petrol debateAssam floodsKanwar Yatra 2026Top TrendingSaurav DasBengal JeM Terrorist ArrestedJaisalmer Military Station AccidentCM VijayDehradun Teacher SuicideAnkit Sharma Murder CaseAam Aadmi PartyShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up

NEW DELHI: The Centre has summoned Meta’s global team to explain the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post, with government officials set to question the social media giant on alleged algorithmic bias, the functioning of its content moderation systems and its role in maintaining public order, PTI reported citing sources.According to the sources, Meta’s global team is expected to arrive in India sometime in the middle of next week. Besides appearing before government officials, the executives will also depose before a parliamentary panel.The move comes days after the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) summoned a senior Meta executive following the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Modi’s Facebook post addressing India’s youth and promising stringent action against paper leaks.Government to seek answers on algorithmic biasSources told PTI that the government’s interaction with Meta’s global team would focus on whether the platform’s algorithms exhibit bias, how those algorithms function and the company’s broader responsibility in matters affecting public order.The officials are expected to “categorically” seek clarification on issues surrounding algorithmic bias and the manner in which Meta’s content moderation systems operate, the sources said.Meta apologised, government found explanation inadequateMeta had earlier attributed the restriction of the Prime Minister’s post to a technical glitch and issued an apology. However, according to PTI, MeitY considered the company’s explanation “inadequate”.Following the incident, Meta informed the ministry that content posted by Prime Minister Modi and certain other prominent accounts would be subjected to additional oversight on its platforms.The company also wrote to the government outlining enhanced safeguards, including multiple levels of review involving senior company officials before action is taken on posts published by the Prime Minister and other high-profile accounts.Parliamentary panel to examine issueApart from appearing before government officials, Meta’s global representatives are also expected to testify before a parliamentary panel as scrutiny over the company’s content moderation practices intensifies.Government sources told PTI that when platform rules or Indian laws are violated, liabilities would arise.The sources also pointed to studies highlighting the wider impact of social media on society, including concerns over cognitive health and mental well-being among both children and adults due to excessive digital media consumption.”Keeping all these aspects in mind, steps that are needed will be taken,” a government source told PTI, adding that the government was treating the matter seriously.Hyderabad Police also register casesThe government’s scrutiny comes amid parallel legal action in Telangana.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesEarlier this week, Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police registered cases against Meta India head Arun Srinivas and operators of several Facebook and Instagram accounts over allegedly morphed and AI-generated content targeting Prime Minister Modi during protests over the NEET paper leak issue.According to police, the cases were filed following complaints by BJP supporters alleging that manipulated videos and images of the Prime Minister were circulated on social media. Investigators have issued notices to Meta and are tracing the operators behind the accounts named in the complaints.The latest developments mark an escalation in the government’s scrutiny of Meta, with the company now facing regulatory, parliamentary and law enforcement action over its content moderation practices and handling of politically sensitive content.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAyush PandeyAyush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defence, and major legal and policy developments across India and the world. His reporting focuses on elections, national security, and institutional affairs, tracking the decisions and conflicts that shape public life. He specialises in sharp explainers and in-depth feature stories that go beyond headlines to decode political shifts, defence strategy, geopolitical flashpoints, and changing public sentiment. His work combines speed, clarity, and depth for a fast-moving digital audience.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesFriendship Day Cards 2026: Best friendship day greeting card images to share with your friends7 traditional Kashmiri breads and what makes them so specialInside Archana Puran Singh’s 75-year-old Dehradun home: A lush garden, vintage interiors and a massive living roomThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? 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NEW DELHI: The Centre has summoned Meta’s global team to explain the temporary restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post, with government officials set to question the social media giant on alleged algorithmic bias, the functioning of its content moderation systems and its role in maintaining public order, PTI reported citing sources.According to the…

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Updated: Jul 31, 2026, 18:45 IST

Updated: Jul 31, 2026, 18:45 IST

‘Amid FIFA chaos, leaked document reveals shock plan to expand World Cup to 64 teams’ FIFA has accelerated work on a possible expansion of the men’s World Cup to 64 teams, launching a rapid consultation process that could pave the way for the enlarged format to be introduced as early as the 2030 tournament.The move…

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Ram Gopal Varma says Bollywood became disciplined and adopted a corporate culture only after COVID, compares it to Telugu cinema: ‘Accountability is 100 percent stronger now’

Ram Gopal Varma says Bollywood became disciplined and adopted a corporate culture only after COVID, compares it to Telugu cinema: ‘Accountability is 100 percent stronger now’

Ram Gopal Varma says Bollywood embraced accountability and discipline only after COVID, adopting a corporate structure with fixed budgets. He contrasted this with Telugu cinema, where producers alone bear losses without control over spending. Varma called this imbalance the core reason Telugu cinema faces recurring financial crises, unlike stabilised Bollywood. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has…

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Jharkhand’s Birsa Biological Park successfully hatches 13 speckled cobra and sand boa eggs through artificial incubation for the first time

Jharkhand’s Birsa Biological Park successfully hatches 13 speckled cobra and sand boa eggs through artificial incubation for the first time

Speckled Cobra hatlings (Photo: ETv Bharat) The Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park in Ormanjhi, Ranchi, successfully achieved artificial incubation of Spectacled Cobra eggs for the first time in the facility’s history, resulting in five healthy hatchlings. Apart from this, the park also recorded the birth of eight healthy Sand Boa hatchlings during the same period, adding…

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Virgo Monthly Predictions for August 2026: Month offers opportunities for resolving debts and litigation

Virgo Monthly Predictions for August 2026: Month offers opportunities for resolving debts and litigation

Like a field receiving water in stages, your progress comes through timing rather than force. As August begins, the opening days may prove highly beneficial for resolving issues related to enemies, litigation and debts. Work with a calm and balanced approach while handling these matters. Be cautious about your health so that difficult situations do…

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In 1991, America listed the razorback sucker as endangered; 35 years later, it has been moved to threatened after one population reached about 36,000 adults

In 1991, America listed the razorback sucker as endangered; 35 years later, it has been moved to threatened after one population reached about 36,000 adults

The razorback sucker was first listed as an endangered species in 1991. US Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that the species will no longer be listed as endangered. Instead, it has been reclassified as threatened under the Endangered Species Act.Government agencies, tribal groups, conservation programmes, researchers and private organisations worked together for years to…

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CM Dhami inaugurates Kalash Bandhan Maha rally in Bhagwanpur on 650th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Kalash Bandhan Maha Rally organised at Chudiyala, Bhagwanpur, on the occasion of the 650th birth anniversary of Sant ShiromGuru Ravidas Ji.The Chief Minister offered prayers at the Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Temple before flagging off the Kalash Yatra. He later carried the ceremonial Kalash on his head and proceeded to the event venue at CMD Inter College.Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dhami said that in Indian culture, the Kalash symbolises auspiciousness, new beginnings, and prosperity. He described the campaign as a major initiative to spread Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s message of social harmony, equality, and humanity among the people.The Chief Minister said that Sant Guru Ravidas propagated the ideals of love, equality, and humanity during a time of deep social discrimination. He emphasised that a person’s greatness is determined not by birth but by noble deeds and service to humanity. He added that a strong and harmonious nation cannot be built until discrimination is eliminated from society.Dhami said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Centre and the Uttarakhand government are working on the principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas.”He highlighted that welfare schemes such as the Ujjwala Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat, and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana have ensured that essential services reach poor, Dalit, underprivileged, and needy families. He said these initiatives are important steps towards realising Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s vision of an inclusive and harmonious society.Highlighting development works in the Bhagwanpur region, the Chief Minister said that flood protection works worth nearly Rs 12 crore have been completed in the Bahadurpur-Sonali area, a lake has been beautified at a cost of around Rs 3 crore, a modern school has been constructed for Rs 49 crore, a Block Public Health Unit has been established at the Community Health Centre, and a new tehsil building has been constructed for Rs 8 crore. He added that several other infrastructure projects, including roads, link roads, CC roads, and high-mast lighting, have also been completed in the region.The Chief Minister urged people to adopt Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s ideals of harmony, equality, and humanity in their lives and to pledge themselves to building a discrimination-free society through social harmony and public participation.Speaking on the occasion, Cabinet Minister Khajan Das said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi understood the importance of taking the teachings and ideals of great saints to every corner of the country. He said that the sacred soil from Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s birthplace at Govardhanpur in Kashi is being carried across the country through Kalash Yatras.He said that such an initiative has become possible under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He further stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Samrasta Sankalp Yatra is being launched in Uttarakhand to spread Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s message of social harmony, equality, and humanity to every section of society.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesSwami Nirmaldas Ji also addressed the gathering and praised Chief Minister Dhami for his continuous efforts towards the development of Uttarakhand. He said that every individual should follow the path shown by God, as those who deviate from it must eventually face the consequences of their actions.On the occasion, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami presented ceremonial Kalashs to BJP district presidents from across Uttarakhand to launch the Kalash Bandhan Yatra in all districts of the state.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesFriendship Day Cards 2026: Best friendship day greeting card images to share with your friends7 traditional Kashmiri breads and what makes them so specialInside Archana Puran Singh’s 75-year-old Dehradun home: A lush garden, vintage interiors and a massive living roomThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? 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CM Dhami inaugurates Kalash Bandhan Maha rally in Bhagwanpur on 650th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Kalash Bandhan Maha Rally organised at Chudiyala, Bhagwanpur, on the occasion of the 650th birth anniversary of Sant ShiromGuru Ravidas Ji.The Chief Minister offered prayers at the Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Temple before flagging off the Kalash Yatra. He later carried the ceremonial Kalash on his head and proceeded to the event venue at CMD Inter College.Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dhami said that in Indian culture, the Kalash symbolises auspiciousness, new beginnings, and prosperity. He described the campaign as a major initiative to spread Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s message of social harmony, equality, and humanity among the people.The Chief Minister said that Sant Guru Ravidas propagated the ideals of love, equality, and humanity during a time of deep social discrimination. He emphasised that a person’s greatness is determined not by birth but by noble deeds and service to humanity. He added that a strong and harmonious nation cannot be built until discrimination is eliminated from society.Dhami said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Centre and the Uttarakhand government are working on the principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas.”He highlighted that welfare schemes such as the Ujjwala Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat, and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana have ensured that essential services reach poor, Dalit, underprivileged, and needy families. He said these initiatives are important steps towards realising Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s vision of an inclusive and harmonious society.Highlighting development works in the Bhagwanpur region, the Chief Minister said that flood protection works worth nearly Rs 12 crore have been completed in the Bahadurpur-Sonali area, a lake has been beautified at a cost of around Rs 3 crore, a modern school has been constructed for Rs 49 crore, a Block Public Health Unit has been established at the Community Health Centre, and a new tehsil building has been constructed for Rs 8 crore. He added that several other infrastructure projects, including roads, link roads, CC roads, and high-mast lighting, have also been completed in the region.The Chief Minister urged people to adopt Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s ideals of harmony, equality, and humanity in their lives and to pledge themselves to building a discrimination-free society through social harmony and public participation.Speaking on the occasion, Cabinet Minister Khajan Das said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi understood the importance of taking the teachings and ideals of great saints to every corner of the country. He said that the sacred soil from Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s birthplace at Govardhanpur in Kashi is being carried across the country through Kalash Yatras.He said that such an initiative has become possible under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He further stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Samrasta Sankalp Yatra is being launched in Uttarakhand to spread Sant Guru Ravidas Ji’s message of social harmony, equality, and humanity to every section of society.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesSwami Nirmaldas Ji also addressed the gathering and praised Chief Minister Dhami for his continuous efforts towards the development of Uttarakhand. He said that every individual should follow the path shown by God, as those who deviate from it must eventually face the consequences of their actions.On the occasion, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami presented ceremonial Kalashs to BJP district presidents from across Uttarakhand to launch the Kalash Bandhan Yatra in all districts of the state.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMeta India Head Named In FIR As Posts Criticising PM Modi Surface; Social Accounts Under Scanner’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue Identity123PhotostoriesFriendship Day Cards 2026: Best friendship day greeting card images to share with your friends7 traditional Kashmiri breads and what makes them so specialInside Archana Puran Singh’s 75-year-old Dehradun home: A lush garden, vintage interiors and a massive living roomThese 8 ancient Indian foods were considered medicine before modern nutrition existedThinking of taking Priorin for hair loss? 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CM Dhami inaugurates Kalash Bandhan Maha rally in Bhagwanpur on 650th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Kalash Bandhan Maha Rally organised at Chudiyala, Bhagwanpur, on the occasion of the 650th birth anniversary of Sant ShiromGuru Ravidas Ji.The Chief Minister offered prayers at the Sant Shiromani Guru…

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‘Brilliant story if he does’: England leave door open for Ben Stokes’ Ashes return

‘Brilliant story if he does’: England leave door open for Ben Stokes’ Ashes return

England men’s team managing director Rob Key has not ruled out the possibility of Ben Stokes returning to international cricket before next year’s Ashes, saying “anything is possible with Ben.”Stokes stepped down as England’s Test captain and retired from international cricket after England lost the Test series to New Zealand 2-1 in June. That defeat…

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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ star Tom Holland talks about ‘biggest responsibility’ of being Peter Parker that he ‘doesn’t take lightly’

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Tom Holland talks about his ‘biggest responsibility.'(Image Credits: Instagram) Tom Holland, the ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ star, has taken on the duty of being the iconic superhero of the generation – but the role comes with its own responsibilities. The 30-year-old opened up about the strings that come with being the famed Marvel character, and…

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Ketu’s transit in Magha Nakshatra on August 2, 2026, will bring major changes in pride, family roots, career direction, status and old karmic patterns. Magha is associated with ancestors, authority, tradition, royal energy, respect and inherited power. Ketu is detachment, truth, spiritual lessons, sudden separation, and hidden correction. This transit may strip away false confidence…

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Female birds have shorter lifespans than male birds, researchers find Female mammals usually live longer than males, but a 27-year study of North American birds has found the opposite pattern in birds.Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) analyzed more than 563,000 bird-banding records and found that adult female birds had a 12.4%…

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