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Stealth frigate INS Trishul takes part in bilateral naval exercise 'Varuna' in France
The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Trishul has taken part in the flagship bilateral naval exercise 'Varuna' in France. The move aims to strengthen maritime and professional ties between the two countries. INS Trishul is the second ship of the Talwar-class stealth frigates and was commissioned into the Indian Navy in June 2003. The exercise conducted professional, sporting and cultural engagements as well as joint operations with French warships.
Griha Pravesh Puja: What To Do Before Entering A New Home And Which Rituals To Follow
Griha Pravesh 2026 marks the traditional Hindu ceremony of entering a new home with prayers and auspicious rituals. Learn about Griha Pravesh Puja Vidhi, Kalash Sthapana, Ganesh Puja, Vastu Puja, Havan, Lakshmi Puja, essential Samagri and important preparations. The guide also explains how traditional Panchang factors help determine the suitable Griha Pravesh Muhurat for different locations.
Ganga water level crosses warning mark in Varanasi, rises at 2 cm per hr
The Ganga river's water level in Varanasi has now surpassed the warning mark. Officials are closely monitoring flood-affected areas along the Ganga and Varuna rivers. District administration and police reviewed arrangements for displaced people and relief camps. They ensured essential services and security measures were in place for residents. Authorities urged caution and prompt response to any emergencies in affected regions.
Ganga river crosses warning mark in Varanasi, boat operations suspended
Varanasi's Ganga river water level has surpassed the warning mark, prompting officials to halt all boat operations. The district administration is now closely monitoring flood-affected areas along the Ganga and Varuna rivers. Approximately eleven localities and wards have experienced partial flooding, impacting many families.
Siddaramaiah’s absences fuel speculation over next move
The absence of Congress leader Siddaramaiah from a significant party meeting has stirred up political chatter. Having declared he won’t run in the 2028 assembly elections, the focus now shifts to his son Yathindra, who is likely to carry on his father's political journey. With Shivakumar regularly seeking Siddaramaiah’s advice and appointing Yathindra to the cabinet, these developments lead many to doubt Siddaramaiah’s commitment to an active role in politics.
Siddaramaiah says he won't contest 2028 polls, paving the way for his son after five decades of politics
Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah will not contest the 2028 Karnataka assembly elections. He stated that politics has become thoroughly corrupt and honest politics is under threat. His son, Yatindra Siddaramaiah, is expected to succeed him from the Varuna constituency. Age and health also influenced his decision to step away from electoral politics. Siddaramaiah will continue to remain active in public life and raise his voice for people.
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Synergy Marine group founder gets National Maritime Varuna Award
The National Maritime Varuna Award, given by DGS, recognises sustained and extraordinary contributions that have significantly shaped the country's maritime landscape.
India, France carry out mega naval exercise
The Indian and French navies conducted a significant wargame in the Mediterranean Sea, reflecting their shared strategic interests. The exercise, known as Varuna, featured advanced naval operations and involved INS Tabar and P-8I from India, alongside FS Provence and other assets from France. This marks the 22nd edition of Varuna since its inception in 2001.
Indian Navy's P8I on its first-ever deployment in Europe, to take part in 'Exercise Varuna'
An Indian Navy P8I aircraft has arrived in France for 'Exercise Varuna' with the French Navy, marking its first deployment in Europe. The bilateral naval exercise, scheduled from September 2 to 4 in the Mediterranean Sea, will feature advanced tactical maneuvers, highlighting growing coordination between the two navies. INS Tabar will also participate.
Driving logistics forward: How Gurugram-based Varuna Group is maintaining a balance between innovation and sustainability
Varuna Group, established in 1996, is a logistics services provider leveraging advanced digital technologies like IoT, AI, data analytics, and WMS for efficient warehousing and distribution.
Siddaramaiah to retire? I won’t have the health after the end of this term, says Karnataka CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, 77, announces retirement from electoral politics due to health concerns. His decision follows demands from his Varuna constituents for another MLA bid. Siddaramaiah, who entered politics in 1978, expresses doubts about his ability to continue with vigor. His retirement opens speculation about Congress leadership, with Deputy CM Shivakumar expressing Chief Ministerial ambitions amid rumors of rotational power-sharing.
Phase II of India-France bilateral exercise 'Varuna 2023' conducted in Arabian Sea
The second phase of the Indian and French Navy's bilateral exercise, Varuna-23, took place in the Arabian Sea. The exercise involved guided missile frigates, a tanker, maritime patrol aircraft, and helicopters from both sides. Over three days, joint operations, tactical maneuvers, and underway replenishment were conducted to enhance fighting skills and improve interoperability.
Karnataka polls: Siddaramaiah wins from Varuna, becomes MLA for 9th time
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has secured a ninth term in the state assembly, winning in the Varuna constituency by over 46,000 votes. The senior Congress leader won 1,19,430 votes compared with 73,424 won by his nearest rival, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s V Somanna. Siddaramaiah moved to contest in Chamundeshwari and Badami in 2018, but lost in the former and won the latter with a slim margin of 1,996 votes.
Karnataka election results 2023: Siddaramaiah wins Varuna by huge margin
ongress stalwart and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was pitted against BJP's V Somanna
Battle royale in Varuna as ex-CM Siddaramaiah locked in fierce fight with BJP's Somanna
The ruling party has fielded Housing Minister V Somanna against the former Chief Minister, who is fighting his last election, in this segment, where his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah won the previous polls in 2018. As the then Chief Minister, he contested from Chamundeshwari in Mysuru district from where he had been an MLA five times but had lost twice there, and Badami in Bagalkote district.
RSS, BJP carrying hatred politics to defeat me, says Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Opposition leader Siddaramaiah stated on Saturday that RSS and BJP are indulged in hatred politics against him and want to defeat him at any cost. "BJP is carrying politics of hatred in Varuna constituency," he charged.
No BY Vijayendra vs Siddaramaiah in Varuna, Yediyurappa's son to contest polls from Shikaripura
The BJP leader, in a chat with the media, confirmed that there has been a great deal of pressure on his son to contest from Varuna, but he had asked him to stay focussed only on Shikaripura in Shivamogga district. Shikaripura is currently represented in the Assembly by Yediyurappa, and his son had been nurturing the constituency for some time now hoping to succeed his father from there as a lawmaker. "There is pressure on Vijayendra, but there is no question he will contest from Varuna," he said.
BJP planning to field Yediyurappa's son Vijayendra against Siddaramaiah in Varuna
The former Congress CM is contesting from Varuna, represented currently by his son Dr Yathindra. He has also requested the party to allow him to contest from Kolar, the seat the party had earlier considered safe, but shifted him to Varuna later after surveys apparently indicated he will have it tough in Kolar.
Cong first list: Siddaramaiah to contest from Varuna, seeks ticket from Kolar too
The former CM, however, has also asked for a ticket from Kolar in the Old Mysuru region where he had already started campaigning. He has been under pressure to contest from Kolar too, but the party shifted him to Varuna on reports that he will have to struggle to pull off a win there.
Siddaramaiah says he wants to contest from 2 constituencies in Karnataka Assembly polls
Siddaramaiah, who has announced that 2023 Assembly polls will be his last, has made it clear that he would not contest from his former Chamundeshwari constituency in Mysuru. As the then sitting Chief Minister, he lost the 2018 polls in Chamundeshwari to JD(S) G T Deve Gowda by 36,042 votes.
Siddaramaiah indicates he may contest from home segment Varuna and one more seat
"From many constituencies they (supporters and party workers) are asking.... From 25 constituencies they are asking (me to contest). I cannot contest from all 25 constituencies. There is one opinion at home that I should be contesting from Varuna, so I have said (to the party's central leadership), clear Varuna, let's see," Siddaramaiah said.
Hybrid work model in Rig Veda
Rig Veda refers to two types of kingship: that of Indra and that of Varuna. Indra is the warrior-god who loves the energising Soma as he rides into battle to kill demons and retrieve cows. He is the god that the Aryans venerated when they were on the move. Varuna is a different god, more linked with settlements, with relationships and agreements, who drinks Sura, or the relaxing alcohol. While Indra is linked to power, Varuna is linked to prosperity.
India and France begin 10-day naval exercise 'Varuna'
India and France today began 10-day naval exercise 'Varuna' that will see 12 Rafale fighter jets in action off the Goa coast along with a host of naval assets of both countries.
No to son, Yeddyurappa says party worker to get Varuna ticket
A third member of the family of mining scam accused G Janardhan Reddy has been named in the fourth list of candidates released by the BJP on Monday.
'Sonrise' time for Karnataka's chief ministers
Varuna constituency is set for an exciting contest with BY Vijayendra, son of former CM BS Yeddyurappa, likely to be named the BJP candidate. He will face Yathindra, son of Siddaramaiah.
Indo-French naval exercise 'Varuna-18' begins off Goa coast
The French Navy's anti-submarine frigate, Jean de Vienne, the Indian Navy's destroyer, INS Mumbai, and frigate INS Trikand are among the vessels participating in the exercise.
Jayalalithaa government to invoke divine blessings for rains
Vedic hymns to propitiate Lord Varuna are reverberating in major temples with the Jaya govt seeking to invoke divine blessings for rains.
Indian Naval ships INS Sujata, INS Tarangini welcomed in Colombo
'INS Sujata, 'INS Tarangini' and the coast guard ship 'ICGS Varuna' were welcomed in accordance with naval traditions on arrival.
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