KUSHINAGAR
Pema Khandu inaugurates Buddha relic exposition at Tawang Monastery after 13 years
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu attended the inauguration of the sacred relics of Lord Buddha. The relics, returning after thirteen years, will travel through three districts for devotees. Chief Minister Khandu expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for supporting the event and promoting the state's cultural potential. A new Arunachal Buddhist Confederation will be established to unite local Buddhist traditions and institutions.
Communications manager of Prashant Kishor's party found dead near rail tracks in Ranchi
Devpalik Gupta, a communications manager for the Jan Suraaj Party, went missing from a train on Monday. His body was discovered near the railway tracks the next day after an accidental fall. Gupta had been integral in the party's social media strategy and played a significant role in a recent electoral victory. After leaving his friends to visit the pantry car, he was not seen again on the train.
Govt to pitch 11 airports to global investors ahead of December bidding
The Indian government plans to hold promotional roadshows in international financial hubs to attract airport investors. Twelve airports are expected to be bundled into groups as part of this privatisation effort. The Airports Authority of India aims to explain the new bidding structure to prospective bidders effectively. International investors, including sovereign wealth funds and Indian conglomerates, are anticipated to participate in this bidding process.
Nepal flash floods: 13 bodies recovered from Gandak in UP districts
The recent Nepal floods have led to a somber recovery effort, as Uttar Pradesh police and SDRF retrieved thirteen bodies from the Gandak river, which is referred to as Narayani in Nepal. In Maharajganj, four bodies were found, with an additional nine emerging from Kushinagar. Local officials are working closely with Nepal to identify the deceased, highlighting the river's cross-border significance amidst this tragedy.
Nepal tragedy: Four from UP's Kushinagar untraceable; 11-year-old scours riverbanks for missing father
Four men from Kushinagar remain untraceable following devastating flash floods in Nepal. Families have lost contact with workers at power projects in Rasuwa district. One young boy searches the Gandak river banks for his missing father. Bodies have reportedly been carried downstream by the swollen river. Project officials and helplines are being contacted for information.
Bihar and UP on high alert after Nepal disaster
In the wake of severe flash floods affecting various districts in Nepal, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have entered a state of high alert. Authorities are taking swift action, including relocating residents from at-risk zones. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has promised comprehensive central support, while teams from the National Disaster Response Force are being dispatched for critical relief and rescue efforts.
New aircraft will provide better connectivity to Kushinagar: UP CM Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath voiced his aspirations for improved air access in Kushinagar, acknowledging that global conflicts have caused delays in new aircraft deliveries which hindered services. Plans to connect Kushinagar with Jewar and Gaya are in progress. He also inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth Rs 525 crore, reassuring locals of forthcoming excellent services.
Kushinagar mishap: One killed, 20 hurt as trolley carrying devotees overturns
A tragic accident occurred in Kushinagar when a tractor trolley carrying devotees overturned into the Gandak canal. One person lost their life, and approximately 20 others sustained injuries. The devotees were en route to a fair when the incident took place. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. The injured were transported to the hospital for medical attention.
Swami Prasad Maurya says he will contest Lok Sabha polls from UP's Kushinagar
Former Uttar Pradesh minister Swami Prasad Maurya has announced he will contest the Lok Sabha elections from Kushinagar as a candidate for his Rashtriya Shoshit Samaaj Party. Maurya claims he held talks with INDIA bloc constituents from Uttar Pradesh over seat sharing but received no response. He also announced that S N Chauhan will be his party's candidate from the Deoria Lok Sabha seat. Maurya has been working to strengthen the INDIA bloc and appeal to the people to save the Constitution, democracy, and get rid of the BJP.
Flights to soon connect Kushinagar with Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata
As many as 54 new airports have come up in the last 7 years, the minister said while speaking at the inaugural event for the Kushinagar International airport.
In push to Buddhist tourism, PM Modi inaugurates Kushinagar international airport
The Kushinagar airport, which attracts thousands of Indian and foreign Buddhists every year as Gautam Buddha attained Parinirvana here, is the third international and the ninth airport to become functional in UP.
Foreign dignitaries hail Kushinagar airport inauguration, say it will boost tourism
"Tourism between India and Sri Lanka has always been very robust. We have a lot of Indians coming to Sri Lanka and also Sri Lankan pilgrims coming to different states (in India), especially Varanasi, Prime Minister's constituency," Rajapaksa told reporters at the inauguration event.
Indian PM inaugurates Kushinagar airport eyeing to deepen Buddhist connect globally
On the invitation extended by the Prime Minister during the Virtual Bilateral Summit with Sri Lanka in September 2020 and as mentioned in the Joint Statement, ‘Mitratva Magga’ released after the meeting, a delegation.
PM Modi inaugurates Kushinagar international airport, says aviation sector getting new energy
"Journey of Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Shravasti, Rajgir, Sankisa and Vaishali of Buddhist circuit will be covered in lesser time," the civil aviation ministry said in a release. The new terminal can handle 300 passengers during peak hours.
Govt plans to set up 17 more airports in UP: Minister for Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia
To boost connectivity of airways, he said, "The government has decided to operate direct flights from Delhi airport to Kushinagar airport for four times a week. These operations will start on November 26. We will connect directly with Kolkata and Mumbai airports as well soon."
PM visit to Kushinagar: Buddha relics from Sri Lanka to be accorded state guest-like status
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Wednesday inaugurate the Kushinagar International Airport, which is an endeavour to connect Buddhist pilgrimage sites around the world and launch various development projects there during his visit to poll-bound Uttar Pradesh.
PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Kushinagar International Airport, launch development projects
The inauguration of the Kushinagar International Airport will be marked by the landing of the inaugural flight at the airport from Colombo, Sri Lanka, carrying a Sri Lankan delegation of over 100 Buddhist monks and dignitaries including the 12-member holy relic entourage bringing the holy Buddha relics for exposition.
Kushinagar airport gets necessary approvals from DGCA to operate international flights
Once this airport begins operating international flights, it will become third functional international facility in the state.
International status to Kushinagar Airport will boost development in Purvanchal: UP CM Yogi
The union cabinet on Wednesday granted international status to Kushinagar Airport , which along with the Jewar International Airport coming up in Noida, will ensure international air connectivity in both the eastern as well as western regions of the state and the NCR region.
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