A historian in Nirmal has identified rocks on a nearby hillock that produce musical tones when struck. Believed to be volcanic in origin, the site has drawn local interest, with calls to develop it into a protected geo heritage spot
The annual Vasantha Panchami festival was celebrated with religious fervour at the Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devasthanam in Basar on Friday. Around three lakh devotees attended rituals, special prayers and Aksharabhyasam, with elaborate arrangements made for smooth conduct
