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Kanwar Yatra 2024: Know significance, routes and important guidelines

The Kanwar Yatra 2024 begins today, July 22. Devotees carry sacred Ganga water to the Shiva temple. The journey signifies devotees' faith and devotion to Lord Shiva

6 held in connection with Hathras stampede which claimed 121 lives: Police

The organisers of the event had taken permission for a gathering of only 80,000 people, an initial police report said

Swami Vivekananda Death Anniversary 2024: Life, death and top quotes

Swami Vivekananda's death anniversary is observed every year on July 4, 2024. Born as Narendranath Datta, he was the chief disciple of the Indian mystic Ramakrishna

Spread violence, hatred; don't understand basic Hinduism, Rahul targets BJP

The BJP people who spread violence and hatred do not understand the basic principles of Hinduism, former Congress president Rahul Gandhi said on Wednesday as he hit out at the ruling party for what he described as a "violent attack" on the party's office in Ahmedabad. Workers of the BJP and the Congress hurled stones at each other outside Gujarat Congress headquarters in Ahmedabad on Tuesday during a protest against the remarks made by Gandhi in the Lok Sabha. In a post in Hindi on X, Gandhi said, "The cowardly and violent attack on the Gujarat Congress office further strengthens my point about the BJP and the Sangh Parivar. The BJP people who spread violence and hatred do not understand the basic principles of Hinduism." "The people of Gujarat can clearly see through their lies and will teach the BJP government a decisive lesson. I am saying it again -- INDIA is going to win in Gujarat!" the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said. Several workers and leaders from both sides we

Trying to please voters of Wayanad: BJP on Rahul's 'Hindus' comments

The BJP slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday for allegedly "abusing" Hindus in the Lok Sabha, claiming that he probably did so to please the voters in Kerala's Wayanad, from where his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is set to contest a Lok Sabha bypoll. At a press conference here, Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva and Lok Sabha MP Manoj Tiwari said Gandhi should apologise to the country for his "undignified" behaviour in the Lok Sabha and calling Hindus "violent" on Monday. "Rahul Gandhi has vacated the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat and Priyanka Gandhi has to contest a bypoll from there. He perhaps tried to please the people of Wayanad by abusing Hindus," Sachdeva said. Wayanad has a sizable number of Muslim voters. Tiwari alleged that Gandhi showed disrespect to Lord Shiva and Guru Nanak Dev whose photos he showed in the Lok Sabha on Monday and then kept those next to a glass on the table from which he was drinking water. In his maiden speech as the leader of opposition in the L

'Aap Hindu ho hi nahi': Rahul Gandhi attacks Modi govt in Lok Sabha

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi criticises Modi government's Hindu stance, Agniveer scheme, and misuse of agencies such as the ED in Lok Sabha

Nirjala Ekadashi 2024: Check history, significance, rituals and more

Nirjala Ekadashi 2024 is an important festival involving many rituals and celebrations. On this day, devotees seek blessings from Lord Vishnu, purify their mind, body, and practice self-discipline

Vat Savitri 2024: Here's date, history, significance, all you need to know

Vat Savitri 2024 Vrat is celebrated every year by married Hindu women. On this day, women observe fast and pray to a banyan tree for the good health of their husbands

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Shubh Muhurat: City-wise auspicious time to buy gold

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Shubh Muhurat: This day is considered a very auspicious occasion to buy gold. Here is a complete city-wise list of auspicious time to buy gold

Congress founded on Hinduism and its tenet of truth, says Priyanka

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday said her party was founded on the tenets of Hinduism, the cornerstone of which was truth. Addressing a Lok Sabha poll rally in Morena in Madhya Pradesh, she said the ruling dispensation was using religion to garner votes. "Our tradition is of mahatmas (saints). Our (Congress') political foundation was laid by Mahatma Gandhi, who fought the British. Congress is based on what the Hindu religion teaches. Mahatma Gandhi taught us to walk on the path of truth," she said. India attained Independence due to this truth and the religion of the party that is in power must be service to the nation and its people, she asserted. "This is our tradition. But in the last 10 years you have garnered votes in the name of religion to stay in power," she said in a swipe at the BJP. Asserting that every citizen was religious, the Congress leader said her grandmother Indira Gandhi taught her how to do puja, adding that she went to the temple .

Hanuman Jayanti 2024: History, importance, and more about 'Bajrangbali'

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great fervour and devotion all over India. Colourful processions, cultural performances, and the sharing of prasad are highlights of the festivities

Hindus must seek permission to convert to Buddhism, says Gujarat govt

The Gujarat government said that Buddhism is an independent religion and conversions from Hinduism to Buddhism, Jainism, or Sikhism must receive prior approval from district magistrates

Chaitra Navratri 2024: When will it begin and the impact of Kharmas?

Chaitra Navratri 2024: It is an auspicious Hindu festival that will be celebrated on April 9 and will conclude on April 17. There is also a Kharmas shadow during the first five days, know more here

ASI continues survey of Bhojshala complex; mosque body raises objection

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) continued the survey of the controversial Bhojshala/Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district for the third day on Sunday. The Kamal Maula Mosque Welfare Society President Abdul Samad, one of the parties in the court, told reporters that he has submitted some of his objections to the ASI via e-mail on Saturday. "Our objection is that the ASI should not include in the survey the objects put up inside Bhojshala after 2003. I have sent my objections through e-mail," he said. Samad said three ASI teams were working inside the complex. "I am the only person from the (mosque welfare) society who is inside during the survey. My objection is that the ASI team should work at one place and not at three places," he said. On Sunday morning, a team of the ASI, accompanied by senior police and local administration officials, reached the disputed complex in this tribal-dominated district. Petitioners from the Hindu side - Ashish Goyal

Ram Mandir Yatra to travel 8,000 miles, visit 851 temples in 48 US states

The Ram Mandir Rath Yatra will kick off from Chicago on Monday to travel to 851 temples in 48 states, crossing more than 8,000 miles over the next 60 days, organisers said Thursday. The rath or chariot built over a Toyota Sienna van will carry statues of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman, along with special prasadam from the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and kalash of Prana Pratishtha Pujit Akshat, according to Amitabh Mittal, general secretary of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), which is organising the rath yatra. The Ram Mandir opening has filled with joy the hearts of over 1.5 billion Hindus around the world and has resulted in a renewed energy and faith. The nationwide Rath Yatra will start on March 25 from Chicago in the USA and travel for over 8000 miles. It will cover 851 temples in the USA and around 150 temples in Canada, Mittal told PTI. The Canada section of the Ratha Yatra separate one is being organised by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of Canada. It will .

Maha Shivratri 2024: Here are the 20 best messages, greetings and wishes

Maha Shivratri 2024: It is a very auspicious Hindu festival celebrated every year between February and March. Here are the 20 best wishes, messages and quotes to share

Happy Mahashivratri 2024: 10 best messages, wishes and greetings to share

Shivratri or Mahashivratri is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated every year on Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in Phalgun month. Here are the 10 best wishes, messages and greetings to share

Maha Shivratri 2024: Lesser known facts about the popular Hindu festival

The day of Maha Shivratri starts with devotees getting up early and fasting for the day, and taking a bath, cleansing the body and soul through various rituals

Happy Basant Panchami 2024: Saraswati Puja wishes, and quotes to share

Basant Panchami, or Saraswati Puja, is dedicated to praying to Maa Saraswati, the goddess of learning, music, and arts. As indicated by Hindu customs, it falls on the fifth day of the Magha month

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration: 20 best messages, wishes to share

On this auspicious occasion of Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration, people are sharing their best wishes with their loved ones. Here are the 20 best wishes and messages to share