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Shiv temple reopens in Muzaffarnagar after 1992 Ayodhya incident

Muzaffarnagar: A Shiv temple in Ludhawala, a predominantly Muslim locality under the jurisdiction of Kotwali police station, was reopened on Monday with a 'havan' and Muslims showering flowers on a procession by Hindus. However, during the communal tensions triggered by the Ayodhya incident in 1992, Hindu families from the locality migrated, taking the temple's idols and 'shivling' with them. Uttar …

Hindu Muslims Shiv Temple Muzaffarnagar Shiv Temple

14 hours, 56 minutes ago

Elephant tusk ivory, rare 'navapashana' alloy idols recovered in Tamil Nadu raid

India Today

Tamil Nadu’s Thiruvannamalai police, in coordination with the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau, have recovered two rare idols, a navapashana idol of Lord Murugan and a Krishna idol carved from elephant tusk, at Kandiyankuppam. The WCCB, which monitors the smuggling of elephant tusk-based artifacts, received a tip-off about a gang operating near Hosur and Krishnagiri. Officials revealed that if the navapashana …

Tamil Nadu Idol Elephant Tusk Navapashana

14 hours, 56 minutes ago

Rajasthan | Running tussle over Galta

India Today

Two Vaishnavite sects claiming ownership over a venerated temple and math, a beleaguered mahant, decades-long litigation and charges of mismanagement of temple property—Rajasthan’s famous Galta Peeth temple is caught in a vicious temporal tangle. Just 12 km from Jaipur and nestled in the lap of the lush Aravalis, the complex of institutions known as Galta Peeth evolved as a revered …

Galta Peeth

14 hours, 56 minutes ago

‘Thanka Anki’ procession begins from Aranmula temple in Pathanamthitta

New Indian Express

SABARIMALA: The four-day procession carrying the ‘Thanka Anki,’ the golden attire to be adorned on the idol of the lord during Mandala Pooja ceremony here on December 26, set off its journey from Aranmula Lord Parthasarathy temple at 7am on Sunday. The ‘Thanka Anki,’ weighing 451 sovereigns in 24-ct gold, carried in a specially-built vehicle began the journey after performing …

Temple Devi Procession Pampa

14 hours, 56 minutes ago

‘Dhadi system’ for Trinity’s darshan

New Indian Express

BHUBANESWAR: The state government is set to introduce queue system for darshan of the Trinity at Shree Jagannath Temple from January 1, informed Law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan on Sunday. “The necessary work will be completed by December 27 or 28 and the new system introduced on an experimental basis on December 30 and 31,” he added. “Special arrangements are being …

Dhadi System

21 hours, 12 minutes ago

Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh Emphasises Need to Preserve Historic Structure

Deccan Chronicle

Anantapur: Tourism minister Kandula Durgesh emphasised the government’s commitment to preserving historic monuments, urging the present generation to contribute to safeguarding these sites for future generations. On Sunday, the minister visited the historic Siddavatam Fort in Kadapa district, accompanied by Railway Kodur MLA A. Sridhar and tourism officials. Regarding the development of historic sites across the state, Durgesh announced plans …

Tourism Durgesh

22 hours, 56 minutes ago

Over 57K Bhavani devotees visit Durga Temple till Sunday 6 p.m.

Deccan Chronicle

Vijayawada: Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam atop Indrakeeladri witnessed a significant rush as thousands of devotees continued to throng the temple to relinquish their deeksha on the second day of the Bhavani Deeksha Viramana on Sunday. While 42,000 Bhavani devotees visited the temple on the first day, about 57,750 devotees had darshan till 6 p.m., seeking blessings of the …

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1 day, 14 hours ago

Stepwell dating back to 1857 revolt era found in UP's Sambhal during survey

India Today

A 250-foot-deep stepwell, dating back to the era of the 1857 revolt, was found on Saturday during a survey in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal. The discovery of the stepwell, named Rani ki Bawdi, came after the ruins of an ancient Banke Bihari temple were found in the same area earlier this month, according to reports. The matter came to light when …

Site Stepwell Laxman Ganj

2 days, 3 hours ago

Man drops iPhone into hundi, EO refuses to give it back

Deccan Chronicle

An incident akin to that in Tamil movie 'Palayathamman' ccured at the Arulmigu Kandaswamy temple at Thiruporur near Chennai. At the Arulmigu Kandaswamy temple, a devotee inadvertently dropped an iPhone into the hundi. A devotee Dinesh, hailing from Vinayagapuram, was forced to leave his iPhone with the temple authorities as they refused to give it back to him as he …

Sim Temple Iphone Dinesh Hundi

2 days, 6 hours ago

Woman Dies After Her Dupatta Gets Caught In Potato Peeler Machine Near MP Temple

ABP News

A woman died after her ‘dupatta’ got caught in the potato-peeling machines at a food centre of the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Saturday. Earlier this year, an employee of the Aavin plant in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur died after her dupatta got caught in a conveyor belt, leading to grievous throat injuries, as per the The Times Of …

Temple Dupatta Her Dupatta Woman Riding

Sabarimala Virtual Queue: Devaswom Board To Cap Daily Pilgrim Quota; 50,000 Limit Set For December 25

ABP News

As part of the Mandala Makaravilakku festival, the Travancore Devaswom Board has issued restrictions on daily tickets for the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple during peak times in order to manage the large influx of visitors. On December 25, when the ceremonial procession of the "Thanka Anki" for the Mandala Puja take place, a maximum of 54,000 devotees will be permitted to …

Devotees Sabarimala Temple Tdb Makaravilakku Cap Daily

2 days, 13 hours ago

Bangladesh: Miscreants Vandalise 8 Idols In Three Hindu Temples Over Two Days

ABP News

In fresh incidents of violence against Hindu minorities, miscreants in Bangladesh vandalised eight idols in three temples over two days. The miscreants ransacked two idols of Bonderpara Temple in the Shakuai union of Halugahat in the early hours of Friday, said Abul Khayer, officer-in-charge of Haluaghat Police Station. On Tuesday, five idols were vandalised at Jharbari Shashan Kali Temple in …

Incident Hindu Temple Bangladesh Vandalised

2 days, 14 hours ago

MEA ticks off Yunus government for aide’s remarks

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: The government on Friday informed the Lok Sabha that 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus and other minorities were reported from Bangladesh this year up to December 8. “The Government of India has expressed its concerns about such incidents, including the demolition of the Jagannath Temple in Bangladesh, the attack on a Puja mandap in Tantibazar, Dhaka, and …

India Bangladesh Dhaka

2 days, 14 hours ago

Vrindavan temple asks visitors to 'dress modestly': No mini skirts, torn jeans

India Today

Vrindavan's Thakur Bankebihari Temple has appealed to the visitors to "dress modestly" and refrain from wearing "indecent clothes" while on the temple premises. "Attire such as mini skirts, torn jeans, half pants, and night suits is inappropriate for the temple setting, as it undermines the sanctity and dignity of the place," the temple authorities said. Munish Sharma, the temple manager, …

Temple Dress Modestly

2 days, 20 hours ago

Work on Gangaikonda Cholapuram museum set to begin by Pongal

The Hindu

Work to construct the Gangaikondacholapuram museum near the Arulmigu Peruvudaiyar temple, a world heritage site in Ariyalur district, is set to begin by mid-January next year. The ₹22.10-crore museum would be constructed with joint efforts of the Public Works, Tourism, Culture, Religious Endowment and Archaeology departments. A large central display hall would display antiques unearthed from excavation sites in Maligaimedu …

Museum Chola Display Halls

2 days, 20 hours ago

Yogi Adityanath Slams Temple Desecration After Bhagwat’s Remarks

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: A day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat talked about inclusivity and gave a call to avoid raking up temple-mosque disputes, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday highlighted the destruction of Hindu temples in various parts of the country in the past. Citing Kashi Vishwanath temple, Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, Mathura’s Krishna Janambhoomi, and Sambhal’s Harihar Bhoomi temples, …

Uttar Pradesh Bangladesh Sanatan Dharma Hindu Hindus Temple Yogi Adityanath

2 days, 22 hours ago

Srisailam temple to publish book based on copper plates found in temple

Deccan Chronicle

Vijayawada: The Srisailam Devasthanam is publishing a book about the recently discovered copper plate charters found in Ghanta Mandapam at the Srisailam temple in Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, with the help of the Archaeological Survey of India. Upon the request of the Srisailam temple authorities, the ASI has deciphered all the copper plate charters and will publish a book initially …

Temple Plate Asi Copper Srisailam Temple Srisailam Copper Plates

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Srirangam temple getting ready for Vaikunda Ekadasi celebrations from December 30 to January 20

The Hindu

A coordination meeting of officials of various government departments was held at the Collectorate here on Friday in connection with the preparations for the ‘Vaikunta Ekadasi’ festival at Srirangam Sri Renganathaswamy temple. Presided over by Collector M. Pradeep Kumar, the meeting was attended by Commissioner of Police N. Kamini, District Revenue Officer R. Rajalakshmi and the temple’s Joint Commissoner / …

Temple Pradeep Kumar Srirangam Ekadasi Festival

UP: Second Abandoned Shiv Temple Discovered In Aligarh, ASI Conducts Survey Across 24 Spots In Sambhal

ABP News

Another abandoned Shiv temple has been discovered at Sarai Miyan, a thickly-populated Muslim locality, which comes under Delhi Gate police station in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. STORY | Second abandoned Shiv temple discovered in Aligarh within couple of days READ: https://t.co/rM57Dh9vZq VIDEO: pic.twitter.com/4nfW7MdXVk — Press Trust of India December 20, 2024 In another development, a four-member team from the Archaeological Survey …

Survey Muslim Pti Shiv Temple Abandoned Asi

3 days, 6 hours ago

BJP MP makes a statement with '1984' bag

India Today

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern over resurgence of several temple-mosque disputes and said certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya Ram temple, seem to believe they can become “leaders of Hindus” by raking up such issues. Delivering a lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru’, at Sahjeevan Vyakhyanmala here on Thursday, Bhagwat advocated for an inclusive society and said …

Hindus Bhagwat

3 days, 14 hours ago

Sambhal: ASI team undertakes survey at five shrines, 19 wells, to submit report soon

India TV News

A four-member team of the Archaeological Survey of India undertook survey at five shrines, 19 wells in the area. The ASI survey took almost 8-10 hours and the ancient temple that was opened was also surveyed. Survey took place 8-10 hours.the ancient temple that was opened was also surveyed.ASI will submit its report to us.total around 24 areas were surveyed." …

Team Survey Temple Asi Sambhal Submit Report Five Shrines

Survey of Sambhal temple, reopened after 46 years, conducted discreetly today

India Today

The Archaeological Survey of India on Friday conducted carbon dating at the Kartikeya Temple in UP's Sambhal, which was reopened on December 13 after remaining locked for 46 years. Officials conducted carbon dating and examined five pilgrimage sites in the vicinity, including Bhadrak Ashram, Swargdeep and Chakrapani, along with an inspection of 19 wells. Sub-Divisional Magistrate Vandana Mishra, who was …

Temple Sambhal Conducted Discreetly

3 days, 14 hours ago

Akhilesh Yadav scoffs at RSS chief's mosque-mandir remark: 'What about Sambhal?'

India Today

After RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark over the temple-mosque dispute, Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised the timing of the statement while referring to the death of 5 people in UP's Sambhal. Slamming Mohan Bhagwat's remarks, Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav said, "When five people lost their lives in Sambhal and many others were humiliated, they are now saying every …

Samajwadi Party Yadav Bjp Chief Temple Rss Sambhal

3 days, 14 hours ago

Watch: Sushmita Sen clicked at airport, spreads Christmas cheer with warm wishes

India Today

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed concern over resurgence of several temple-mosque disputes and said certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya Ram temple, seem to believe they can become “leaders of Hindus” by raking up such issues. Delivering a lecture on ‘India – The Vishwaguru’, at Sahjeevan Vyakhyanmala here on Thursday, Bhagwat advocated for an inclusive society and said …

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Shiv temple reopens in Muzaffarnagar after 1992 Ayodhya incident

Elephant tusk ivory, rare 'navapashana' alloy idols recovered in Tamil Nadu raid

Rajasthan | Running tussle over Galta

‘Thanka Anki’ procession begins from Aranmula temple in Pathanamthitta

‘Dhadi system’ for Trinity’s darshan

Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh Emphasises Need to Preserve Historic Structure

Over 57K Bhavani devotees visit Durga Temple till Sunday 6 p.m.

Stepwell dating back to 1857 revolt era found in UP's Sambhal during survey

Man drops iPhone into hundi, EO refuses to give it back

Woman Dies After Her Dupatta Gets Caught In Potato Peeler Machine Near MP Temple

Sabarimala Virtual Queue: Devaswom Board To Cap Daily Pilgrim Quota; 50,000 Limit Set For December 25

Bangladesh: Miscreants Vandalise 8 Idols In Three Hindu Temples Over Two Days

MEA ticks off Yunus government for aide’s remarks

Vrindavan temple asks visitors to 'dress modestly': No mini skirts, torn jeans

Work on Gangaikonda Cholapuram museum set to begin by Pongal

Yogi Adityanath Slams Temple Desecration After Bhagwat’s Remarks

Srisailam temple to publish book based on copper plates found in temple

Srirangam temple getting ready for Vaikunda Ekadasi celebrations from December 30 to January 20

UP: Second Abandoned Shiv Temple Discovered In Aligarh, ASI Conducts Survey Across 24 Spots In Sambhal

BJP MP makes a statement with '1984' bag

Sambhal: ASI team undertakes survey at five shrines, 19 wells, to submit report soon

Survey of Sambhal temple, reopened after 46 years, conducted discreetly today

Akhilesh Yadav scoffs at RSS chief's mosque-mandir remark: 'What about Sambhal?'

Watch: Sushmita Sen clicked at airport, spreads Christmas cheer with warm wishes