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NEW DELHI: Senior BJP leaders have objected to the Karnataka government's decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author and activist Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate this year's Mysuru Dasara celebrations. Karnataka minister G Parameshwara, however, countered the criticism, saying, "This is not a religious issue."Former minister and BJP MLC CT Ravi argued that it was inappropriate for someone "whose faith is uncertain" to lead a religious ceremony.Former Mysuru MP Pratap Simha said while he respects ...Read More >
Thrissur, August 25: The Guruvayur Devaswom has announced that a punyaham (purification ritual) will be conducted at the temple pond following the controversy triggered by a social media influencer's video shoot. The incident involved a non-Hindu participant and Big Boss fame Jasmine Jaffer, who was seen entering the sacred pond to film a reel for Instagram. According to Devaswom officials, the decision was taken after concerns were raised over religious sentiments being hurt. As part of the pu ...Read More >
Dehradun (AsiaNews) - Uttarakhand, a state in northern India on the southern edge of the Himalayas, wants to increase the penalties under its anti-conversion law, raising concerns in the local Church, which fears its misuse against minorities. This is the second amendment to the anti-conversion law, in force since 2018, following the amendment of 2022. The Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2025, increases the penalty for forced conversion to 14 years and, in some cases, 20 year ...Read More >
Armaan Malik, a YouTuber known for his participation in Bigg Boss OTT 3, is facing legal challenges alongside his wives, Payal and Kritika Malik. A Patiala district court has summoned them to appear on 2 September in connection with two separate cases. This development follows allegations of bigamy and religious sentiment issues, said reports. The legal troubles stem from a petition filed by Davinder Rajput. The petitioner claims that Armaan Malik has engaged in four marriages, contravening the ...Read More >
Krishna Janmashtami 2025 will be celebrated with devotion and joy on Friday, 15 August 2025 across India. According to the Hindu Panchang, this sacred festival marks the divine birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, born to Devaki and Vasudeva in Mathura. This year will mark the 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. For devotees in different parts of the country, the auspicious Nishita Puja hours vary slightly: The Nishita Puja is believed to be the precise moment o ...Read More >
Hyderabad: North Telangana districts bore the brunt of heavy rains that disrupted normal life in many parts of the state on Wednesday. People in the northern districts were subject to harrowing times to reach their destinations due to the extensive damage to roads that was made worse by breaches across culverts and bridges on overflowing canals and water bodies. Meanwhile, flights were diverted at Shamshabad airport due to the heavy downpour in Greater Hyderabad limits. Hyderabad-bound flights ...Read More >
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday gave its nod to a strict Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which provides for a maximum punishment of life imprisonment and fine of up to Rs 10 lakh for "forced conversion". The govt is likely to table the bill in the House, where they have a strong majority, for approval during the three-day monsoon session of assembly commencing on Aug 19.At present, the maximum jail term for such an offence is 10 years and the highest fine is Rs ...Read More >
NEW DELHI - Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi said on Aug 13 that India's electoral system suffers from "serious discrepancies" and he pledged to continue challenging its integrity through public mobilisation and potentially the courts. Mr Gandhi, the scion of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty that controls the main opposition Congress party, last week accused authorities of manipulating voter rolls by adding fake names in the 2024 general election and other recent polls. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bh ...Read More >
Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath govt tabled the Sri Banke Bihari Temple Nyas Bill in the UP assembly on Wednesday, the third day of the monsoon session.The state govt had earlier promulgated an ordinance, Sri Banke Bihari Nyas Adhyadesh. The bill tabled on Wednesday stipulates that the trust will have a right over offerings, donations, and all movable and immovable properties of the temple. This includes idols installed in the temple, offerings/gifts made to deities within the temple premises and p ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Monday celebrated Sanskrit Day at Samskruti, the Raj Bhavan Community Hall, in collaboration with the Sanskrit Academy. The event brought together eminent scholars, academicians, and students from various Gurukulams, blending tradition with youthful participation. Addressing the gathering, the Governor described Sanskrit as the "soul of the nation", praising its purity, universality, and profound contribution to global knowledge. He noted that t ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) TV actress Sumbul Touqeer, known for her performance in the show 'Imlie,' has opened up about her unique Raksha Bandhan tradition. She shared how she celebrates the festival by tying rakhi to her sister Sanya. When asked if she ever wished she had a real brother, Sumbul shared, "I never really felt that way. I've never had the feeling that I needed a brother. I have a younger sister, Sanya, and I tie Rakhi to them." "In a way, I think we all protect each other an ...Read More >
Tura (Meghalaya), Aug 4 (PTI) An official of the Meghalaya Agriculture Department was swept away by strong currents of the Ganol River in West Garo Hills district while attempting to cross the water body during a family picnic, police said on Monday. The missing official, identified as Teseng M Sangma, was posted at Ampati in South West Garo Hills district and resided in staff quarters near Dolampong in Araimile police station area in Tura. Teseng had gone to Sella Wari near Ganol River for a ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended warm wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of the fourth Monday of the holy month of Sawan (or Shravan). In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister invoked the revered Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, praying for the well-being and prosperity of the people of the state and extended heartfelt wishes to all residents of the state on the auspicious occasion of the ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 87.29 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by sustained foreign fund outflows and concerns over trade tariffs. Forex traders said the weakness in the dollar index and easing crude oil prices supported the rupee at lower levels. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 87.21 and fell to an early low of 87.29 against the American currency, registering a decline of 11 paise over its previous close. ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended warm wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of the fourth Monday of the holy month of Sawan (or Shravan). In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister invoked the revered Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, praying for the well-being and prosperity of the people of the state and extended heartfelt wishes to all residents of the state on the auspicious occasion of the ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Amid worsening weather conditions and continuous rainfall in parts of Uttar Pradesh, all government and private schools from Classes 1 to 12 in Lucknow will remain closed on Monday, according to district magistrate Visakh G Iyer.Several parts of Varanasi were inundated on Monday following relentless downpours and a steady rise in the water level of the River Ganga. The river has been rising continuously since Saturday, triggering concerns of urban flooding.In response, authorities hav ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Devotees across the country thronged prominent Shiva temples to mark the last Monday of the holy Sawan month, performing 'jalabhishek', participating in special 'aartis', and seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva. At Baba Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple in Deoghar, Jharkhand, thousands of devotees gathered from early morning to offer sacred water and prayers. The temple witnessed a continuous stream of worshippers. "This Monday marks the last Monday of Sawan. Devo ...Read More >
Varanasi, Aug 4 (PTI) The water level of the Ganga river crossed the danger mark here on Monday morning, submerging ghats and forcing the authorities to shift cremation and other religious rituals to rooftops and raised platforms, officials said. According to the Central Water Commission, the Ganga was flowing at 72.1 metres by Monday morning, above the danger level of 71.262 metres. Shivam Agrahari of Ganga Seva Nidhi said all ghats have been submerged, cutting off access. The famed Ganga 'a ...Read More >
The banks of the Cauvery in Tiruchi were abuzz on Sunday with thousands of people gathered there to celebrate the Aadi Perukku festival on the 18th day of Tamil month of Aadi. Women, newly-wed couples, and children thronged Amma Mandapam bathing ghat in Srirangam. Devotees, mainly newly-weds, offered special prayers and puja. Many devotees took a dip in the Cauvery, which was in full flow. They began assembling at Amma Mandapam early in the morning. As the day progressed, the crowds continued t ...Read More >
Lucknow: Umar Ansari, the younger son of gangster-turned-politician late Mukhtar Ansari, was arrested by Ghazipur police from Darul Shafa area of Lucknow late Sunday night.The arrest was made following the registration of a criminal case against him for forgery in Ghazipur. He was taken into custody and transported to Ghazipur for further proceedings.Umar Ansari was booked for allegedly attempting to fraudulently reclaim a property that had been confiscated under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and ...Read More >
Kishtwar, Aug 03: For the first time, devotees visiting Shri Machail Mata Temple in Padder have access to fresh flowers at the Bhawan.This initiative was carried out by District Administration Kishtwar under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma and ADC Kishtwar Pawan Kumar Kotwal in coordination with the Department of Floriculture, Parks & Gardens, led by Arjun Singh Parihar, Assistant Floriculture Officer, Doda-Kishtwar.Support from flower growers and the local bus ...Read More >
Nagpur: The state government has banned the immersion of Lord Ganesh's Plaster of Paris (POP) idols in natural water bodies. A fresh set of guidelines, issued on August 1, introduces stricter norms. Under the new rules, all POP idols must carry a red circle painted on their back and be immersed only in artificial ponds.The norms aim to curb water pollution and promote eco-conscious rituals for a greener Ganeshotsav. "Every POP idol, big or small, must now have a painted red dot using oil paint. ...Read More >
A man from Madhya Pradesh danced at his friend's funeralHis friend had asked him to bid farewell with dance and joyA video of the moment has gone viral on social media A man from Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district kept a heartfelt promise to his late friend by dancing during his funeral procession. A video of the moment has since gone viral on social media. In Jawasia village of Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, Ambalal Prajapat touched hearts when he danced with tears in his eyes during the final jou ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Nandigama police have registered a case under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act against a 40-year-old man for allegedly marrying a 13-year-old girl. The case came to light nearly two months after the marriage was performed.The minor, who recently returned to her parents' house and rejoined school, appeared visibly disturbed, prompting a concerned teacher to speak with her. During the conversation, the girl revealed that her mother had allegedly forced her into marriage in May. The ...Read More >
Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said that Sanskrit is the key to all forms of ancient Vedic knowledge, and it not only needs to be preserved but also re-cultivated. He was speaking at the inauguration of the Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar administrative building and the bhoomipujan of new hostel complexes of the Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University's new campus in Waranga near Wardha Road.Calling Sanskrit a "complete language," Fadnavis highlighted its role in shaping India's s ...Read More >
The ongoing Kanwar Yatra has once again become a unique display of admiration for political leadership. In one such instance from Mansoorpur village in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat district, a group of kanwariyas has drawn attention by dedicating their journey to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, popularly known as 'Bulldozer Baba.' The Mansoorpur devotees, inspired by Yogi's governance model, carried a specially themed 'Bulldozer Baba Kanwar' featuring his image. "The Kanwar has come fr ...Read More >
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Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 20 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday urged Kanwar yatris to expose elements masquerading as hooligans that aim to defame the holy yatra and inform the administration immediately. Yogi Adityanath warned that strict action will be taken against miscreants who try to disrupt the peace and harmony during the yatra. Speaking to the reporters, Yogi Adityanath said, ...A few elements are making continous attempts to harm and defame ferv ...Read More >
Mangaluru: The "Dharmasthala mass burial allegations" began almost a month ago, specifically on June 22, 2025. The issue started when a letter, circulated on social media in the names of advocates Ojaswi Gowda and Sachin Deshpande, stated that an individual claimed to have buried hundreds of bodies to cover up numerous murders, rapes, and killings of women that occurred in Dharmasthala. The letter also mentioned that the witness had decided to exhume the buried bodies in the presence of the pol ...Read More >
KARUR: Acting on court orders, the HR&CE department-administered Mariamman temple at Chinnadharapuram in the district was reopened for public worship amid tight police security on Friday evening. The temple was closed in 2018 following a caste clash. The temple, which has been under the HR&CE department since 1973, had members of various communities participate in pujas and other rituals until 2018 when SC and MBC members involved in an alleged clash. With both groups approaching the Madurai Be ...Read More >
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