The holy city of Ayodhya is set to celebrate Deepotsav, a festival of lights, for the first time since the consecration of the Ram Temple in January. The day began with a procession of tableaux showcasing the life of Lord Ram, with a special focus on promoting women empowerment. Artists from all over the country are participating in the festival, highlighting the rich traditions and cultural heritage of India. Don't miss out on this grand celebration!
Ahead of the Ram Navami celebrations, a retired IAS officer, Subramanian Lakshminarayanan and his wife Saraswathy, have donated their entire life's savings to the Ram Temple trust in Ayodhya for the creation of a golden Ramcharitmanas. Estimated to be worth Rs 5 crore, the 151 kg epic contains 10,902 verses coated with 24-carat gold and was crafted by Chennai-based Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers. This act of devotion from the retired bureaucrat has set the tone for the upcoming Navratri and Ram Navami celebrations in Ayodhya.
In a major development, the ED has arrested four individuals, including JMM leader Antu Tirkey, in connection to a land scam case in Jharkhand. The arrests were made after raids were conducted at their residences and they were brought to the ED office in Ranchi. The arrests come amidst heightened scrutiny over illegal activities and corruption within the political system in the country.
Indian cricket star Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma have been invited to attend the Pran Pratishtha of Lord Rama at the upcoming Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Kohli joins a star-studded list of cricketers, including MS Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar, who have been invited for the auspicious ceremony. In the midst of cricket commitments, Kohli traveled to Mumbai to receive the invitation and will continue his travels to Bengaluru for the third T20I against Afghanistan. He will then join the Indian team for the Test series against England, after a successful 2023 where he finished as the second-highest run-getter and led India to the World Cup final.
Actress Kangana Ranaut shares photos of the unveiled face of the Ram Lalla idol on social media ahead of the Ayodhya Temple Inauguration. She also praises the Mysuru-based artist Arun Yogiraj who sculpted the idol and expresses how her childhood imagination of Lord Rama has come alive. She has also been invited to attend the consecration ceremony on January 22, 2024, along with other Bollywood celebrities including Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth and Alia Bhatt.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the famous Ramanathaswamy temple in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram on his two-day tour to the state. He will be taking holy water from the temple for the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, which is to take place on January 22. This visit holds a special significance as Rameswaram is believed to be the land of Lord Rama according to the Indian epic Ramayana.
Rumors have been circulating that superstar Prabhas had donated a whopping Rs 50 crores for the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. However, a source from Prabhas' team has debunked these claims, stating that they are fake news. While it is yet to be seen whether Prabhas will attend the ceremony, his next film, The Raja Saab, is already creating buzz among fans.
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Amidst the excitement and preparations for the consecration of the Ram Mandir on January 22, the absence of four Shankaracharyas in the event has caused controversy. Swami Nischalanand Saraswati Maharaj, the Shankaracharya of Puri, explained that their decision is rooted in the deviation from established traditions during the installation of the Ram Lalla idol. The issue has sparked debates about the role of tradition and government interference in religious practices.
With the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir set to take place on 22nd January, India is gearing up for a nationwide celebration. As the idol of Lord Rama gets installed in the temple after centuries of waiting, young Indians share their opinions on the event and their awareness of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir issue. Watch the video to hear their thoughts.