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Akhilesh Yadav vows to make Ayodhya 'global capital of Sanatan pilgrimage'
Akhilesh Yadav has pledged to create world-class infrastructure in Ayodhya, aiming to make it a global pilgrimage capital. He emphasised the need to restore Ayodhya's dignity and improve its economy that suffered from decreased visitors. Yadav plans to promote traditional boating to support local boatmen who have ties to Lord Ram. He also intends to investigate land transactions in Ayodhya to ensure accountability for corrupt practices.
Ashok Singhal: A life devoted to the service of Bharat
No mention of Ashok-ji is complete without recalling his pivotal role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Who can forget his address at VHP's Boat Club rally in New Delhi in April 1991? Or the defining image of an injured and bleeding Ashok-ji after a police lathi blow in October 1990 in Ayodhya? Today, if there is a grand Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, it's because of stalwarts like him, says PM Modi.
Ram temple trust member urges people to select names for children from Hindu texts
Swami Vishwaprasanna Tirtha, a senior member of the Ayodhya Ram temple trust, urged people to name their children from Hindu texts and emphasized imparting culture to preserve the temple.Tirtha advocated selecting names from Vedas, Puranas, Ramayana, and Mahabharat for cultural preservation, emphasizing the importance of instilling Hindu values in children to ensure the temple's longevity.
Kashi, Kanchi & Ayodhya: Ties that transcend time
King Dasharath of Ayodhya visited Kanchipuram to seek blessings from Amba Kamakshi. The connection between Kanchi and Ayodhya is mentioned in the Brahmanda Purana. Kanchi and Ayodhya are referred to as 'Prithvi Kshetram' among the 'Pancha Bhuta Sthalam' of Lord Shiva. The Kanchi Peeth Shankaracharya sent ceremonial items to Ayodhya during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.
UP BJP legislators help Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh mobilise crowd
Several BJP legislators in UP's Devipatan region, where BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's writ runs large, are coming out in his support, helping him mobilise crowd for a mega rally he is planning to organise in Ayodhya on June 5. During the gathering, he is set to demand amendments to the Protection of Children of From Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act.
Pathaan's 'Besharam Rang' controversy: "I Will Burn Shah Rukh Khan Alive", says Ayodhya Seer
The colour of Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan's costumes in Pathaan's first song, 'Besharam Rang' , has sparked a controversy. Ayodhya seer Paramhans Acharya threatened Shahrukh to burn him alive.
Seers express displeasure over AIMIM referring to Ayodhya by its old name 'Faizabad'
Owaisi will visit the mausoleum of 18th century Sufi Saint Sheikh Aalam Makhdoom Zada in Rudauli in Ayodhya district and hold a public meeting in the vicinity of the shrine on September 7.
Seers and the ascetic community divided over Ayodhya land issue
Head of Akhil Abharatiya Akhara Parishad, Narendra Giri, told ET that those raising voices against the land acquisition process have always been against the temple, and should be “ignored”. “The process has been transparent. There are documents for everything. I don't think there has been any wrongdoing.”
Top seer body to decide participation of saints in Ram Temple foundation laying ceremony
The dharma sansad, which is part of the right-wing Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), has been an important part of the Ram Temple movement since the ‘80s.
Three Ayodhya seers put under house arrest before Uddhav Thackeray arrival: Senior Superintendent of police
The seers had threatened to greet Thackeray with black flag saying that he has formed government in Maharashtra with the help of those who had dubbed Lord Ram as an imaginary figure.
Udupi Pejawar Mutt seer Vishwesha Teertha Swami passes away
One of prominent religious leaders of South India, the 88-year old swamiji was admitted to a hospital at Manipal a few days ago for breathing difficulty and his end came on Sunday morning, they said. The Karnataka government announced a three-day state mourning. The last rites of the seer will be performed at the Vidyapeetha in Bengaluru, founded by him.
Akhara Parishad to seek security for saints, Muslim clergy
“Seers have openly protested against the delay in the judgement, have constantly mobilised devotees for the issue and we are the most vulnerable target,” Mahant Narendra Giri, told ET, adding the decision to approach the Centre and state government was taken during consultations with the heads of all mutts regarding preparations for the Kumbh Mela
Seers to light diyas at Ram temple on Diwali: VHP; Ayodhya admin says no activity beyond SC mandate
He also said a delegation of seers will meet Faizabad Divisional Commissioner Manoj Mishra, who is the authorised person in-charge of the disputed land by the Supreme Court.
Eyes on Ayodhya as Hindu outfits plan progs on Babri demolition anniversary
2018 marks the completion of 26 years of demolition of Babri Masjid.
UP government mulling ban on liquor, meat in entire Ayodhya district
The move comes amid the growing clamour for starting Ram Temple construction in Ayodhya and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad teaming up with seers and saints for a grand show of strength.
'No power can stop construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya'
Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said here Sunday that "no power can stop" construction of grand Ram temple at Ayodhya.
VHP to intensify Mandir agitation, to meet all MPs
VHP members will approach all MPs belonging to different political parties to garner support for building a temple.
Seers of Ayodhya perform havan for CM Akhilesh Yadav
"The final day of the 44 day long program saw 144 Acharya's performing a havan puja for the Chief Minister's well being. On all other days special puja was held in various temples of the city,"
VHP to meet PM Narendra Modi for speedy solution to Ram Janmbhoomi dispute
"A two-day meeting of Kendriya Margdarshak Mandal will be held at Haridwar, in which the date to meet the PM will be decided" Sharad Sharma said.
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