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Ajmer ‘survey’: Dargah’diplomacy’ under a cloud

5Dec

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Ajmer ‘survey’: Dargah’diplomacy’ under a cloud

Jaipur, December 05, 2024.The raging controversy following claims of the existence of a Shiva temple beneath the Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Dargah in Ajmer has put a question mark over the longstanding tradition of top political leaders and diplomats offering 'chadar' at the shrine ahead of the annual Urs festival, which begins on Jan 2.The claims stem from a petition filed by right-wing organisation Hindu Sena. Tensions rose last week after the Ajmer munsif court issued notices to the Union ministry of minority affairs, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and the Dargah committee on Nov 27, following the petition.'Ajmer dargah enhances India's image'Social media has since been flooded with debates and videos amplifying the issue.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has regularly o...

Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav 2024: Celebrating the Cultural Wealth and Economic Growth of Northeast India

5Dec

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Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav 2024: Celebrating the Cultural Wealth and Economic Growth of Northeast India

New Delhi, December 05, 2024.The culture of Northeast India is a vibrant tapestry woven with centuries of traditions, diverse languages, rich folklore, and breathtaking landscapes. It is a region that holds within its embrace an extraordinary blend of ancient customs and modern progress, where every community, every state has its own unique identity. From the lush tea gardens of Assam to the rolling hills of Mizoram, from the pristine rivers of Manipur to the vibrant festivals of Nagaland, the Northeast is a land that pulses with life, art, and heritage.Celebrating this remarkable culture, the first-ever Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav will be celebrated from December 6th to 8th, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi. This grand festival will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble...

Significance of worshipping Peepal Tree in Hindu Religion

4Dec

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Significance of worshipping Peepal Tree in Hindu Religion

Jaipur, December 04, 20224.The peepal tree's scientific name Ficus religiosa, holds significant spiritual, religious, and cultural importance. Worshipping the Peepal tree is believed to bring various benefits, and it is associated with several deities and mythological stories. It is considered a sacred tree in Hinduism.It is believed that Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva, and Lord Brahma reside in the Peepal tree, it is said to be the tree under which Lord Vishnu rests during Yoga Nidra, also Lord Krishna, as a child, is believed to have played in the vicinity of a Peepal tree. The tree represents divinity, protection, and longevity in this context.The Peepal tree is a symbol of immortality because it is believed to have lived for hundreds of years it has the ability to regenerate itsel...

Festivals in December 2024: Check complete list here

2Dec

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Festivals in December 2024: Check complete list here

Jaipur, December 02, 2024.The month of December is the month of chilling winters and also the month of memories, recalling, cherish the moments you have spent with your loved ones. There will be some important observances in the month starting from the Vuvah Panchami, Subramnaya Sashti, Guruvayur Ekadashi, which is celebrated with great pomp and show in South India.Karthigai Deepam will also be celebrated in this month and after that Annapurna Jayanti, Gita Jayanti Saphala Ekadashi will also be celebrated. Christmas, the most important in Christianity and the one of the major festivals of Christian is going to be celebrated in the same month.The month of December started with Margashirsha Amavasya and the last day of the month will end with Pausha Amavasya.List of Festivals in Dece...

Ajmer dargah contains pieces of temple’: What Hindu Sena petition contends about Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti shrine

29Nov

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Ajmer dargah contains pieces of temple’: What Hindu Sena petition contends about Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti shrine

Jaipur, November 29, 2024.A court in Rajasthan’s Ajmer issued notices on Wednesday to the Union Ministry of Minority Affairs and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) on a lawsuit filed by a Hindu organisation laying claim to the site of the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, citing “historical evidence” of the existence of a Shiva temple there before the white marble shrine to the 13th-century Sufi saint was built over his tomb.The Ajmer munsif criminal and civil (west) court will next hear Delhi-based Hindu Sena’s civil suit on Dec 20. The Dargah Khwaja Saheb committee, a statutory body constituted by the minority affairs ministry, is the third respondent in the case.Advocate Yogesh Suroliya, one of Hindu Sena’s three counsel, said the legal team submitted to the court a cop...

27Nov

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Margashirsha Amavasya 2024

Jaipur, November 27, 2024.Margashirsha Amavasya, a sacred and significant no-moon day in the Hindu calendar, will be observed on 1st December 2024 this year. Falling on the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in the Margashirsha month, this auspicious day is known for its deep spiritual and astrological significance.The Amavasya Tithi begins at 10:29 AM on 30th November 2024 and concludes at 11:50 AM on 1st December 2024, making 1st December the primary day for rituals and observancesMargashirsha, also called Agrahayana or Agahan, is a revered month in the Hindu calendar. Margashirsha Amavasya, also known as Agahan Amavasya, is a day to honor ancestors through rituals like Pitru Puja, Tila Tarpan, and Pind Daan. These practices are believed to help liberate the souls of one’s forebears...

26Nov

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Utpanna Ekadashi 2024

Jaipur, November 26, 2024.Utpanna Ekadashi is an auspicious day to observe dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Though each Ekadashi holds its own religious and spiritual significance. On this auspicious, devotees worship Lord Vishnu with utmost devotion. Utpanna Ekadashi is celebrated on 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsha. This year, Utpanna Ekadashi will be celebrated on November 26, 2024.Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Date and TimeEkadashi Tithi Begins - November 26, 2024 - 01:01 AMEkadashi Tithi Ends - November 27, 2024 - 03:47 AMParana Time - November 27, 2024 - 01:11 PM to 03:17 PMHari Vasara End Moment - November 27, 2024 - 10:26 AMUtpanna Ekadashi 2024: SignificanceUtpanna Ekadashi holds a great religious and spiritual significance in Hindu religion.According to the T...

25Nov

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Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Date, Parana Time, Puja Rituals, Story and Significance

Jaipur, November 25, 2024.Utpanna Ekadashi is an auspicious day to observe dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Though each Ekadashi holds its own religious and spiritual significance. On this auspicious, devotees worship Lord Vishnu with utmost devotion. Utpanna Ekadashi is celebrated on 11th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsha. This year, Utpanna Ekadashi will be celebrated on November 26, 2024.Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Date and TimeEkadashi Tithi Begins - November 26, 2024 - 01:01 AMEkadashi Tithi Ends - November 27, 2024 - 03:47 AMParana Time - November 27, 2024 - 01:11 PM to 03:17 PMHari Vasara End Moment - November 27, 2024 - 10:26 AMUtpanna Ekadashi 2024: SignificanceUtpanna Ekadashi holds a great religious and spiritual significance in Hindu religion.According to t...

Margashirsha 2024: Important Dates, Rituals And Significance Of The Holy Month

21Nov

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Margashirsha 2024: Important Dates, Rituals And Significance Of The Holy Month

Jaipur, November 21,2024.Margashirsha, the ninth month of the Hindu calendar, holds immense significance in Sanatan Dharma and is often regarded as one of the most sacred months, also known as Agahan, this holy month falls during November and December in the Gregorian calendar. Margashirsha is closely associated with the worship of Lord Krishna and is celebrated with numerous fasts and festivals throughout its course. In 2024.Margashirsha begins on Saturday, November 16, and concludes on Sunday, December 15, coinciding with Margashirsha Purnima.

Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Shri Kiren Rijiju Attend 25th Anniversary Celebrations of Dragon Palace Temple in Nagpur

18Nov

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Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Shri Kiren Rijiju Attend 25th Anniversary Celebrations of Dragon Palace Temple in Nagpur

Nagpur, November 18, 2024.The Dragon Palace Temple marked its 25th anniversary in a grand event at Kamptee, Nagpur on November 15, 2024. The Ogawa Society of Japan which has contributed towards building the beautiful monastery complex at Kamptee was represented by around 50 monks from Japan. The event began in the morning of 15th November with a celebration march by a group of Japanese monks who entered the monastery from a distance with conchs and drums playing alongside chanting in Japanese. The special prayer at the main monastery was led by Ven. Nichiyu (Kansen) Mochida and the venerable monks from Japan. Ms Takako Tanaka daughter of Mahaupasika Madam Noriko Ogawa also attended the event. Madam Norito Ogawa has been instrumental in assisting Ms Sulekhatai Kumbhare, the host of the ...

Pushkar to be developed like Ayodhya, Kashi, says Diya Kumari

16Nov

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Pushkar to be developed like Ayodhya, Kashi, says Diya Kumari

Pushkar, November 16, 2024.Deputy chief minister and district in-charge minister Diya Kumari announced that Pushkar will be developed along the lines of Ayodhya and Kashi.Highlighting the importance of the International Camel Pushkar Fair, she said the central and state govts would collaborate to organise it annually with grandeur, aiming to place Pushkar firmly on the international tourism map.Speaking on Thursday at the closing ceremony of fair, Kumari underlined Pushkar's unique global identity as the city of Lord Brahma, a revered centre of faith for millions. "The state govt is committed to developing Pushkar systematically, with a well-planned approach like Ayodhya and Kashi. A comprehensive blueprint will be prepared and implemented," she said. This year's fair witnessed...

15Nov

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Happy Gurpurab 2024

New Delhi, November 15, 2024.Guru Nanak Dev Ji Jayanti, also called Guru Nanak Dev Ji Gurpurab or Guru Nanak’s Prakash Utsav, commemorates the birth of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak.Every year, his birthday is commemorated as Guru Nanak Jayanti across the world. In 2024, it will be observed on November 15, Friday, 2024.On this holy day, believers worship the founder of Sikhism, and the day begins with an ‘Akhand Journey.’This day serves as a reminder to be kind, demonstrating how good activities and thoughts may bring people closer to God, in which several Gurudwaras recite a 48-hour stanza from the sacred Guru Granth Sahib.

Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2024: Wedding Season Begins!

12Nov

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Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2024: Wedding Season Begins!

Jaipur, November 12, 2024.According to the Hindu calendar, November 12 has marked the end of four months of yogic rest of Lord Vishnu and the end of a pause on auspicious ceremonies. Astrologically it is known as Devuthani Ekadashi, and signals the start of the wedding season, with favourable dates resuming for weddings and other important events until mid-December, when the period of Kharmas begins.This year, there will be nine auspicious days for marriage in November and ten in December, starting from Devuthani Ekadashi. This means the end of a 123-day hiatus on ceremonies which began in July.Devuthani Ekadashi is traditionally marked by the symbolic wedding of Tulsi and Shaligram, which also signifies the reopening of the calendar for auspicious events. Therefore, the weddin...

Baba Shyam’s court decorated on green and golden theme; Devotees stood in lines carrying cakes; 5lakh devotees will reach Khatudham today

12Nov

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Baba Shyam’s court decorated on green and golden theme; Devotees stood in lines carrying cakes; 5lakh devotees will reach Khatudham today

Sikar, November 12, 2024.Today is the birth anniversary of Baba Shyam, About 5 lakh devotees reaching Khatu from across the country and the world will have darshan of Baba throughout the day. The temple complex is decorated on green and golden theme. 30 flower artisans from Kolkata have created different designs within the temple.The main gate of Khatushyam temple is decorated on the theme of Shrinathji. On the occasion of the birth anniversary, 56 special types of bhog will be offered to Baba on Tuesday evening. At the same time, the darshan of Khatunresh will continue till 10 pm tonight.

Janmashtami 2024 | Festivity Across India

26Aug

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Janmashtami 2024 | Festivity Across India

Jaipur, August 26, 2024.Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across India today. Devotees have flocked in huge numbers at the Shri Krishna Janmasthan temple in Mathura to perform Aarti and sing bhajans. Celebrations at Shri Krishna Janmasthan temple are in full swing on the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami. Devotees have flocked to the temple and begun the day by fasting, singing devotional bhajans, and performing the Aarti.

1.25 lakh devotees reached at Khole ke Hanuman Ji on occasion of Hanuman Jyanti

24Apr

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1.25 lakh devotees reached at Khole ke Hanuman Ji on occasion of Hanuman Jyanti

Jaipur, April 24, 2024.Hanuman Janmotsav was seen in full swing on Tuesday in the five-day Hanuman Mahotsav, which started from April 20, at Shri Khole's Hanuman Temple located in Laxman Dungri in Jaipur. On the day of Hanuman Janmotsav, special decoration of the Lord was done in the Hanuman temple of Shri Khole. A tableau of fifty-six offerings was decorated to the Lord. Hanumanji was made to wear a silver crown.Special events have been organized in the temple on the occasion of Hanuman Janmotsav. For the last three days, singers wooed Hanumanji Maharaj with hymns. Today, Hanumanji was anointed with Panchamrit, 108 medicinal liquids and water from various places of pilgrimage along with chanting of mantras. After that vermilion robe was offered. Shodashopachar puja and special ado...

PM inaugurates 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav on occasion of Mahaveer Jayanti

22Apr

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PM inaugurates 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav on occasion of Mahaveer Jayanti

New Delhi, April 2024.The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav on the auspicious occasion of Mahaveer Jayanti at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today. Shri Modi paid tributes with rice and flower petals to Bhagwan Mahaveer's Murti and witnessed a dance drama presentation by school children on Bhagwan Mahaveer Swami titled “Vartaman mein Vardhaman”. The Prime Minister also released a commemorative stamp and coin on the occasion.Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister remarked that the magnificent Bharat Mandapam is witness to the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav today. Referring to the dance drama presentation by school children on Bhagwan Mahaveer Swami titled “Vartaman mein Vardhaman”, the Prime Minister said that the...

Ramayan stars in Ayodhya: Arun Govil, Sunil Lahiri, Deepika Chikhalia to attend Pran Pratistha ceremony

17Jan

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Ramayan stars in Ayodhya: Arun Govil, Sunil Lahiri, Deepika Chikhalia to attend Pran Pratistha ceremony

New Delhi, January 17, 2024.Starring in Ramand Sagar’s “Ramayan,” actors Arun Govil, Sunil Lahiri, and Deepika Chikhalia traveled to Ayodhya for the filming of their album “Hamare Ram Aayenge.” Arun, who portrayed Lord Ram, discussed his opinions about the Pran Pratistha Mahotsav of Lord Ram with reporters during an event in Ayodhya.“The Ram temple in Ayodhya will prove to be our ‘Rashtra Mandir,'” stated Arun Govil. This temple will once more convey a message that will uplift our culture and revive the culture that has been fading over the past few years all across the world. This temple is the center of our faith, a source of inspiration, pride, and identity that will be recognized by all. It is a legacy that will be recognized globally. Everyone should embrace our morals.”T...

‘Ramayana spiritual forest’ to come up on Sarayu river bank in Ayodhya, tell tale of Ram’s exile period

11Jan

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‘Ramayana spiritual forest’ to come up on Sarayu river bank in Ayodhya, tell tale of Ram’s exile period

New Delhi, January 11, 2024.Devotees visiting Ayodhya will soon be able to know more about Lord Ram's exile period of 14 years at the upcoming "Ramayana Spiritual Forest" on the banks of Sarayu river in the temple town.The ecological forest, which will resemble an open-air museum that showcases the rich tapestry of the Ramayana, is part of the Ayodhya Master Plan."Sarayu river along with Lord Ram, Ramayana and Ayodhya have been an inevitable part of Hinduism. The proposed spiritual forest is an extension of the riverfront designed to be an eco-friendly forest developed on the theme of Ramayana, specifically depicting Shri Ram's journey during the Vanvaas (exhile) period," Dikshu Kukreja, the master planner of the Ayodhya redevelopment project.

Allahabad HC allows survey of Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura

14Dec

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Allahabad HC allows survey of Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura

New Delhi, December 14, 2023.The Allahabad High Court on Thursday allowed a court-monitored survey of the Shahi Idgah premises adjoining the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura.In its order, the court agreed to the appointment of an advocate commissioner to oversee the survey of the mosque, which the petitioners claim has artefacts suggesting that it was a Hindu temple once.

PM Modi pays obeisance at Sri Krishna Janmbhoomi temple in Mathura

23Nov

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PM Modi pays obeisance at Sri Krishna Janmbhoomi temple in Mathura

Mathura, November 23, 2023.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid obeisance at Sri Krishna Janmbhoomi temple in Mathura. He is in the city to attend the 'Mirabai Janmotsav', being organised to celebrate the 525th birth anniversary of the poet and Lord Krishna devotee.Modi will release a commemorative stamp and coin in the honour of Mirabai and attend a cultural programme, in which actor-turned-politician Hema Malini, a BJP MP, will be performing."The life of Saint Mirabai is a unique example of pure devotion and faith. Her hymns and couplets dedicated to Lord Shri Krishna even today fill the hearts of all of us with reverence,"

Third Sawan Somvar vrat: Keep yourself hydrated with these healthy drinks during fast

24Jul

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Third Sawan Somvar vrat: Keep yourself hydrated with these healthy drinks during fast

Jaipur, July 24, 2023.Sawan Somvar is a significant observance for devotees in Hinduism. During this time, people pay homage to Lord Shiva and seek his blessings by observing fasts, offering prayers, and engaging in spiritual practices. Fasting during these auspicious Mondays holds great significance for devotees. However, it is crucial to prioritise hydration especially in the monsoon weather.As such, as you keep a fast on the third Sawan Somvar, make sure to sip on healthy drinks to maintain your hydration levels. “Staying hydrated during Sawan Somwar fasting is essential. You can do so by drinking small sips of water throughout the day between sunrise and sunset,”healthy and hydrating drinks suitable for Sawan Somvar fasts. “Coconut water is a popular choice as it replenishe...