TEMPLE OF HEAVEN
‘My Devi comes to me’: The 4-word answer by world's greatest mathematician, Ramanujan that filmmaker Shekhar Kapur connects to Kailasa Temple, a UNESCO site's mystery
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur recently reflected on the astonishing precision of Kailasa Temple at Ellora, carved downward from a single piece of basalt using hammers and chisels. He questioned how ancient craftsmen avoided even minor errors and connected the temple’s geometry with ancient Indian mathematics, music and philosophy. Kapur also recalled mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, who reportedly answered questions about his remarkable solutions by saying, “My Devi comes to me,” linking knowledge with a deeper idea of wisdom.
September Ekadashi 2026: Parsva Ekadashi Today - Date, Significance, Vrat Katha, Puja Vidhi, Fasting Rules and Benefits
Parsva Ekadashi 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, September 22. Also known as Parivartini Ekadashi and Vamana Ekadashi, this sacred Vishnu vrat falls during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month and the holy period of Chaturmas. Devotees observe fasting, worship Lord Vishnu, offer Tulsi leaves and seek spiritual purification, peace and divine blessings.
What Kautilya’s Arthashastra reveals about temples, money and the politics of faith
Kautilya’s Arthashastra offers a strikingly unsentimental view of religion, treating temples as centres of wealth, influence and political power. From state access to temple riches to staged miracles and agents disguised as holy men, the ancient text examines how faith could serve the state’s financial, psychological and political interests.
Bollywood superstar was once a teacher at Shantiniketan, Visva-Bharati University; there, Rabindranath Tagore gave him advice that changed his life
Before he made a name for himself as a leading man with hits such as Dharti Ke Lal, Waqt, Kabuliwala, etc., Balraj Sahni had a brief stint as a teacher of English at Visva Bharati University, where he came across the great poet Rabindra Nath Tagore, who gave him advice he would never forget.
Ram temple donation row: Ayodhya lawyers boycott accused; demand for CBI probe; SC refuses urgent hearing
Separately, a plea seeking a time-bound investigation by a CBI-led multi-disciplinary team came before the Supreme Court, but the vacation bench questioned the urgency and postponed the hearing until after the summer break, saying "heavens are not going to fall".
Ram temple donation row: SC refuses urgent hearing on plea seeking fair probe
The Supreme Court has deferred an urgent plea seeking a time-bound probe into alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations. Justices M M Sundresh and Sheel Nagu stated the matter would be heard after the summer break, questioning the immediate urgency. The petition calls for a CBI-led SIT to investigate financial irregularities within the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, aiming to restore public confidence.
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Xi, Trump reach series of new common understandings: China's foreign ministry
Chinese President Xi Jinping and US counterpart Donald Trump held extensive discussions during Trump's three-day visit to Beijing, reaching new common understandings on bilateral and global issues. The leaders agreed on a vision for a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability, aiming to guide relations for the next three years and beyond.
Donald Trump-Xi Jinping meeting date, venue: Key takeaways, highlights, what to know
Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on Wednesday ahead of his meetings on Thursday and Friday. Trup and Xi Jinping are due to visit the Temple of Heaven on Thursday, according to the White House.
Trump expected to 'apply pressure' on Xi over Iran: US official
US President Donald Trump is set to press Chinese President Xi Jinping on Iran when he visits Beijing in coming days, a senior administration official said Sunday, as Trump seeks a deal to end the Middle East war. Trump will arrive in Beijing on Wednesday evening for the visit, which he originally postponed in March due to the ongoing Iran war, Principal Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly told reporters.
"People will reject them in upcoming elections," Anurag Thakur slams Congress
Union Minister Anurag Thakur criticized Congress for declining the invitation to attend the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. Thakur stated that the people will reject Congress in the upcoming elections. Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav called Congress' decision unfortunate and insulting to the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Kangana Ranaut reveals she is open to a political career, says she wants to contest Lok Sabha elections
Ranaut also urged the government to create a facility to allow pilgrims to visit the remains of the lost city of Dwarka that was submerged under the sea.
Disputed site of Al-Aqsa Mosque a factor in Hamas attack on Israel
The military wing of Hamas, Al-Qassam Brigades, launched a surprise attack on Israel, claiming it was in defense of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, a holy site for both Muslims and Jews. The mosque is located in a 35-acre site known as Haram al-Sharif or the Noble Sanctuary, which is considered the holiest in Judaism and the third holiest in Islam. The site has been a source of tension and conflict for years, with Israel capturing and annexing East Jerusalem and the Old City, where the mosque is located, during the Arab-Israeli War of 1967.
Kedarnath Yatra 2023: Kedarnath Yatra to begin on this date, check details here
The Kedarnath temple is part of the Chardham pilgrimage circuit and is one of Lord Shiva's 12 Jyotirlingas in India. The doors to the Kedarnath Temple will be opened for devotees from April 25 at 6:30 a.m.
Chitragupta Puja 2022: Date, time, puja vidhi and significance
Lord Chitragupta is said to be a close associate of Lord Yama (the God of Death), and he keeps the details of birth, dates, and register of all the souls. Since he uses pens and paper, these items are offered to him on this day to seek his blessings.
People from outside Puri allowed to cremate bodies at 'Swargadwar' crematorium
The restrictions on immersion of ashes at 'Mahodadhi' (sea) have also been withdrawn by the administration following decline in infection rates both in the state and the Puri district as well. The district administration has allowed the presence of a maximum 10 persons with the body to carry out funeral rites with strict adherence to Covid protocols.
View: Seva for people, or for afterlife?
One was told that one can become an Indra in Swarga by performing yagnas on earth. The more yagna you perform, the more able you become to topple the older Indra in Swarga and replace him.
Country's most costly puja, after one at Tirupati
What is unique about the puja to be offered at Srikalahasti is that for each puja, a new snake god idol will be installed.
Travel quirks of Mark Zuckerberg and other business leaders
Zuckerberg went for a run at the Tiananmen Square, visited the Temple of Heaven and walked up the Great Wall of China.
Begur's Panchalingeshwara temple gives earliest proof of Bengaluru's existence
Begur, just 3.6 km from the Bommanahalli junction, dates back to the 9th century and is said to be an important centre for the Western Ganga Dynasty.
Have a divine culinary experience in the holy city of Amritsar
Food experts in India often say that Amritsar should be declared as the official food capital of the country. The variety, quality and taste is unmatched.
Go high on love and wanderlust on your D-day with destination weddings
Destination Weddings can spell a lot of fun for couples and guests, ET-Travel suggests just plan right and make your D-Day special.
China wants Yoga-like global status for Tai Chi
China was one of the co-sponsors of the India-backed resolution at the UN to get June 21 declared as the International Yoga Day.
Yoga, Taichi unique medium to connect cultural heritage: PM Narendra Modi
Modi, who held bilateral bilateral talks with Li earlier in the day, visited the Temple of Heaven where the joint Yoga-Taichi event took place.
Narendra Modi clicks selfie with Chinese PM Li Keqiang
Narendra Modi also took a number of selfies with students and children at the joint Yoga and Taichi event at the Temple of Heaven.
PM Narendra Modi arrives in Beijing on second leg of three-day China visit
Modi, who arrived this morning in Xi'an, the hometown of President Xi Jingping, held "very substantive" discussions with him.
Nepal: Mass cremations as quake body count rises
Located near the 5th century Pashupatinath Temple is experiencing a surge in bodies being brought in, officials said.
Xi Jinping, Li Keqiang to host Narendra Modi with high-profile events on China visit
Pillars of India's soft power such as Buddhism and Yoga will take centre stage during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China next month.
Taj to run hotels in Beijing, Hainan
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), which runs the Taj group of hotels and resorts, on Friday announced its wholly-owned subsidiary Taj International Hong Kong signed a management deal with Cuiting Hotspring Hotel Management Company of China.
China to issue commemorative note to mark Beijing Olympic
China would issue a commemorative note with a face value of 10 Yuan (USD 1.46) from Tuesday to mark the Beijing Olympic Games, the country's central bank said today.
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