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A video capturing the efforts of tourists cleaning a beach has recently gone viral, drawing both praise and criticism from viewers worldwide. The footage, which surfaced on social media platforms, initially garnered widespread admiration for the tourists’ proactive approach towards environmental conservation. However, as the video gained traction, it also sparked a heated debate, leaving a divisive mark on the internet community. In the video, tourists can be seen diligently picking up litter, plastic waste, and other debris strewn across the sandy shores of a picturesque beach. Their collective efforts to restore the beach’s pristine beauty struck a chord with …

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Acharya Sumdhur Shastri, a Sanskrit and music scholar, recounted his observations from the commencement of carving the foundation stone for the idol of Ram Lalla to the final stages of the deity’s installation and the initial embellishments in the sanctum sanctorum. Sculptor Arun Yogiraj, based in Mysuru, responsible for carving the consecrated ‘Ram Lalla’ idol in the newly-constructed Ayodhya temple, would regularly wake up in the middle of the night for the past seven months, claiming that “Ram Lalla is calling him.” Acharya Sumdhur Shastri, a scholar proficient in Sanskrit and music, recounted his firsthand experiences, starting from witnessing the …

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Manoj Jarange Patil’s requests during the Maratha Quota agitation encompassed the issuance of Kunbi certificates for all individuals within the Maratha community and the provision of free education from kindergarten to postgraduate levels. The leader of the Maratha quota protest, Manoj Jarange Patil, concluded his hunger strike today as the Maharashtra government acceded to all his demands. Patil had been fasting in Mumbai since yesterday, advocating for educational and job reservations for the Maratha community under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. Among Patil’s requests were the issuance of Kunbi certificates for all Marathas, free education from kindergarten to postgraduate …

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In a video shared on his social media account, South African left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj expressed his desire for peace and harmony through spiritual enlightenment. Hindu-born South African cricketer Keshav Maharaj conveyed his greetings to the Indian community in South Africa for the ‘Pran Pratistha’ ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Currently leading the Durban Super Giants SA T20, the left-arm spinner expressed his wish for peace and harmony through spiritual enlightenment in a video shared on his social media account. “Hello, everyone. I extend my best wishes to the Indian community in South Africa for the …

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After the consecration ceremony, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to speak to a crowd of more than 7,000 individuals in Ayodhya. Today, the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya will take place, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the rituals. Subsequently, the shrine will be accessible to the public a day later. The “Pran Pratishtha” ceremony is set to commence at 12:20 p.m. and is expected to conclude by 1 p.m. Following this, Mr. Modi will address a gathering of over 7,000 attendees, including seers and prominent figures at the venue. Although approximately 8,000 individuals have been …

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As per the police, Gaurav and Diksha are both originally from Lucknow. Despite being married for a year, their relationship has been tense. The manager of a high-end hotel in South Goa has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife. The accused, identified as Gaurav Katiyar, reportedly drowned his wife at Cabo de Rama Beach in Goa after she confronted him about his suspected extramarital affair, as per the police statement on Saturday. Gaurav Katiyar, aged 29 and employed as a manager at a luxury hotel affiliated with Marriott International in Colva, South Goa, attempted to portray his wife Diksha …

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The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony will be overseen by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the primary rituals being conducted by a group of priests led by Lakshmikant Dixit. On the sixth day of the consecration ceremony for the Ram Lalla idol, a pivotal stage in the auspicious Pran Pratishtha event will unfold. The day will begin with the customary worship of the deities, an integral aspect of the ongoing Pran Pratishtha rituals. After the morning worship, the sacred fire, known as Havan, will be ignited. Subsequently, the idol will be subjected to a ceremonial bath, wherein specially medicated liquids from 114 …

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Image of Ram Lalla Idol: The initial photograph of the deity, shared this morning by Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje, showcases the divine figure as a five-year-old child standing. Yesterday, the recently crafted idol of Lord Ram was positioned within Ayodhya’s Ram Temple in anticipation of the consecration ceremony scheduled for Monday. This morning, Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje shared the inaugural image of the idol, revealing the deity portrayed as a standing five-year-old child. Crafted by the Mysuru-based artist Arun Yogiraj, the 51-inch idol is constructed from black stone.

Pune, India, January 19, 2024: In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India today dismissed petitions filed by all eleven convicts in the Bilkis Bano gangrape case, refusing their request for an extension to surrender before jail authorities. This means the convicts must now adhere to the original deadline set by the Court on January 8th, 2024, and surrender by January 21st. The convicts, through their lawyers, had cited various reasons for seeking more time, including medical concerns, ongoing treatment, and pending legal challenges. However, the Court, after examining their pleas, found them to be unsubstantiated and lacking merit. …

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