Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where he performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam alongside Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. He expressed a deep spiritual connection with the sacred waters. The event has attracted millions of devotees and will continue until February 26.
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Mahendra Singh Dhoni emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, a principle central to his cricketing success. Retired since 2020, Dhoni encourages young cricketers to prioritise their sport, just as he did. Post-retirement, Dhoni continues to enjoy cricket, reminiscing his innocent childhood passion for the game. Despite having retired from international cricket, Dhoni still continues to wins the hearts of all cricket lovers in the Indian Premier League where he plays for the Chennai Super... Expand