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(Search results - 35)IndiaFeb 23, 2024, 6:26 PM IST
Viral Video: TN fishermen accidentally catch rare Olive Ridley turtles, release them back (WATCH)
Fishermen in Tamil Nadu inadvertently caught eight Olive Ridley turtles in their fishing nets and chose to release them back into the wild. This act of kindness has garnered praise and admiration from people across various platforms. The incident took place in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, where the fishermen discovered the turtles entangled in their fishing nets. Rather than disregarding the endangered turtles or exploiting them for profit, the fishermen opted to rescue and release them back into the waters.
TravelFeb 22, 2024, 6:32 PM IST
Meenakshi to Brihadeeswarar: 7 sacred Indian temples you must visit during a pilgrimage
Discover South India's spiritual essence through its iconic temples. From Madurai's Meenakshi Amman Temple to Rameswaram's Ramanathaswamy Temple, delve into centuries-old architecture and divine stories, creating an unforgettable journey of culture and devotion
IndiaJun 25, 2023, 5:25 PM IST
Top 10 Hindu Temples in India: A Must Visit in 2023
India is a land of religion and spirituality and a great place to visit temples. Here are the top 10 hindu temples in India you should visit in 2023: Baalaji Temple, Somnath Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Tirupati Balaji Temple, Rameswaram Temple, Vaishno Devi Cave, Jagannath Puri Temple, Amarnath Cave, Golden Temple, and Akshardham Temple.
IndiaJun 25, 2023, 5:25 PM IST
Incredible Secrets Behind the 7 Oldest Temples in India
From Hampi to Madurai, these ancient temples have withstood the test of time — Explore the architectural wonders, legends, and spiritual importance of the 7 oldest temples in India.
IndiaSep 19, 2020, 1:52 PM IST
Rath Yatra from Rameswaram to Ayodhya flagged off, coinciding with PM Modi’s birthday
A Rath Yatra has kickstarted from Rameswaram, a holy city of the Hindus. It will travel all the way to Ayodhya. A number of Hindu workers, along with BJP members are taking part in it
IndiaJul 27, 2020, 3:20 PM IST
Rameswaram: India pays tribute to people’s President Abdul Kalam on his death anniversary
On the fifth death anniversary of former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, the entire nation paid tribute to their very own 'Missile Man'
IndiaSep 10, 2019, 9:39 AM IST
Q Branch CID detains Sri Lankan for illegally entering India
Sri Lanka Tamil who came in from Sri Lanka has been detained for illegally entering Dhanushkodi in India. Police personnel from the Q Branch CID acted on specific intelligence inputs and detained the Sri Lankan.
IndiaAug 12, 2019, 12:10 PM IST
Tamil Nadu: Rameswaram celebrates Eid-al-Adha in fervour
The festival of Bakrid or Eid-al-Adha, which is an Islamic festival of sacrifice is being celebrated across the country. Muslims in Rameswaram offered prayers and distributed meat and sweets.
IndiaAug 11, 2019, 3:17 PM IST
Tamil Nadu: 3 village panchayats oppose illegal sand mining in Rameswaram
Three panchayats of Nochioorani, Sathankonvalasai and Vedalai in Tamil Nadu came together against the alleged illegal sand quarrying in the region. They alleged that trucks transported sand from the sites and authorities turned a blind eye to it
IndiaJul 27, 2019, 5:16 PM IST
APJ Abdul Kalam’s family members pay tribute at memorial in Rameswaram; youngsters to take his vision forward
APJ Abdul Kalam’s brother and relatives paid their respects to the former President (fondly known as Missile Man) at his memorial in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. The memorial was decorated with flowers and people gathered around it to remember Kalam on his death anniversary.
IndiaJul 20, 2019, 11:52 AM IST
Indian Coast Guards rescue eight fishermen detained by Sri Lankan Navy
The eight fishermen from Rameswaram and Pamban coastal area in Tamil Nadu, were stranded on an island near Sri Lanka. They were later detained by the Sri Lanka Navy.
IndiaJul 17, 2019, 5:22 PM IST
Rameswaram fisherfolk dodge death while avoiding cargo ship that washed ashore
A cargo ship that is waiting for the Pamban bridge to open has proved to be a nuisance to fisherfolk in the locality as they are unable to park their own country boats.
IndiaJul 16, 2019, 12:38 PM IST
Tamil Nadu Dalit youth murdered; protestors stage road roko in Ramanathapuram
Residents of Mugilthagam in Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu, staged a road roko protest demanding justice for a Dalit youth who was found hacked to death
IndiaJun 17, 2019, 4:23 PM IST
Rameswaram: Lizard found in breakfast; pregnant woman, two others take ill
Three contract workers in Rameswaram found a lizard in the sambar they were consuming breakfast with. The women complained of dizziness and vomited before being taken to a nearby hospital.
IndiaJun 17, 2019, 9:38 AM IST
Rameswaram fishermen go on indefinite strike after 60-day ban ends
After the mandatory 60-day ban from fishing, Rameswaram fishermen have returned with a better catch. However, they alleged that they are being cheated by export companies