With tight security measures in place, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be attending the Samadhi Smriti Mahotsav of Jain sant Acharya Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj at Dongargarh and a darshan at the Maa Bamleshwari temple. The revered saint, who passed away last year, was known for his austere lifestyle and contributions to education and religious revival. HM Shah's visit has brought excitement among locals and devotees, with hopes for attention towards developmental issues in the region.
The bodies of three Indian civilians, including a teenager, who went missing while on their way to attend a wedding, were found in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. The bodies were spotted by security forces using drones at a waterfall, and efforts are being made to retrieve them. The cause of death will only be confirmed after a postmortem. The civilians had been missing since Thursday night and a search operation was launched by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police. The missing individuals have been identified as Jogesh Singh, Darshan Singh, and Baroon Singh from the Billawar Tehsil.
Kannada actor Darshan is back in action after being released from jail for the Renukaswamy murder case. In a video shared on his Instagram, he thanked fans for their support and announced the release of his upcoming film, The Devil. The teaser for the film will be released on Darshan's birthday, February 16. The actor also appealed to his fans to not gather outside his residence, citing health reasons.
Celebrity hairstylist Darshan Yewalekar has spilled the beans on how he achieved Akshay Kumar's salt-and-pepper hair and Veer Pahariya's moustache look in the upcoming film Sky Force. In an exclusive interview with Mid-day Hindi, Yewalekar shares the behind-the-scenes details of how he transformed the actors for their respective roles. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes insight into the styling of two heartthrobs!
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A stampede at Tirupati's Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan ticketing center left four devotees dead and several injured. Despite being in the vicinity of a major religious site, the incident highlights the lack of effective crowd management and safety protocols. Multiple investigations have been launched into the tragedy, with promises of compensation and structural reform to avoid future incidents.
The High Court of Karnataka has granted bail to popular Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda, who were accused in the Renukaswamy murder case. The court also granted bail to five other accused in the case. Senior Counsel CV Nagesh, who appeared for Darshan, argued that the prosecution had falsely implicated the actor and planted evidence against him. However, Special Public Prosecutor P Prasanna Kumar argued that the prosecution had solid evidence, including witness statements and digital footprints, placing Darshan and his co-accused at the crime scene.
In a high-profile case, famous Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda have been granted bail by the Karnataka High Court. The two were arrested in June for their alleged involvement in the murder of an auto-driver, Renukaswamy. However, the Court has raised questions about the prosecution's case and the alleged delays in the investigation and post-mortem report. This development comes after an interim bail was granted to Darshan in October on medical grounds.
The Karthika Masam festivities have begun at prominent Shaivaite temples in Kurnool and Nandyal districts, including Sri Brahmarambha Mallikarjuna Swamy Varla Devasthanam in Srisailam. Devotees gathered in large numbers to take part in the holy rituals and ceremonies, which will continue throughout the month. Temple authorities have made arrangements for hassle-free darshan and lit lamps at the temple premises and river banks, while also adhering to COVID-19 safety protocols. Punya Nadi Harathi will be held at Patalaganga on November 15, where prayers will be offered to the idol of Krishnaveni.
During his visit to Delhi, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj blessed MP Raghav Chadha and his wife, actress Parineeti Chopra, at their residence. The couple expressed their gratitude and joy at being blessed by the religious saint, and shared their thoughts on social media. Their family received the darshan and blessings of Jagadguru Shankaracharya ji, who also graced them with pearls of wisdom and knowledge. The visit left a lasting impression on the family, who are extremely grateful for the opportunity to seek blessings from the one of the most revered representatives of Sanatan Dharma.