Construction of Ram temple captured on time-lapse cameras
: The entire process of Ram temple construction, which began on August 5, 2020, after
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
laid the foundation stone, has been recorded by five time-lapse cameras installed at the site, officials said on Tuesday.
The Ram Temple Trust, which had set up these cameras to capture the entire construction journey until completion, has declared the recordings as "Intellectual Property Rights".
Time-lapse cameras are devices that capture images at specific intervals, which are later compiled into a video. Each frame is displayed for a fraction of a second, creating the illusion of motion.
These rights will be handed over to the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI), Roorkee, under an agreement, so that the material can be used for education, training, and for creating a documentary on the construction of the temple, Nripendra Mishra, chairman of the temple's construction committee, said.
"This will document everything from excavation and soil testing to proposals and phased construction," he added.
During a review meeting of the construction panel, Mishra said, detailed consideration was given to the design of the temporary temple monument and the granite pillar.
"Given the pace of construction work, it is estimated that most of the work will be completed by the end of October," he said.
Providing updates on artwork, Mishra said that out of the 90 murals to be installed in the temple's lower plinth, 85 have already been completed and received, while there has been a delay of 15 to 30 days in the 3D sculptures. "This was reviewed in detail during the meeting," he said.
Stay updated with the latest local news from your
city
on
Times of India
(TOI). Check upcoming
bank holidays
,
public holidays
, and current
gold rates
and
silver prices
in your area.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
24 minutes ago
- Time of India
Rupee edges lower as dollar sales by foreign banks offset most of greenback demand
The Indian rupee slipped on Wednesday, as corporate hedging and short-term speculators bolstered demand for the greenback, most of which was met by dollar sales by foreign banks. The rupee settled at 87.0650 to the U.S. dollar against its close of 86.9500 on Tuesday when it climbed the most in over a month, boosted by speculation over Russia-Ukraine peace talks. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Traders said foreign banks were active sellers of dollars on Wednesday, limiting rupee depreciation despite significant hedging by importers. A rally in local equities and position squaring also helped the Indian currency recover after recent pressure, traders said. Recent weeks have seen the rupee's direction influenced by news around U.S. tariffs on India, S&P's upgrade of the nation's sovereign credit rating and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned tax cuts on goods and services. Live Events Foreign portfolio investors turned buyers of Indian assets in the past three sessions after net selling Indian markets in the last few weeks over tariff uncertainties. "FPIs have turned steady buyers in Indian markets, encouraged by hopes that the U.S. may reconsider its plan to impose an additional 25% tariff on Indian exports," said Amit Pabari, managing director at CR Forex. The return of foreign inflows comes even as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday accused India of profiteering from its purchases of Russian oil during the war in Ukraine. Other Asian currencies traded mixed on the day, while the dollar index was slightly higher at 98.21 as on 1549 IST. Rupee traders will also tune in to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on Friday, which may provide clues on the U.S.'s interest rate trajectory. "A signal that cuts may be delayed could strengthen the dollar, while any indication of looser policy may weigh on it and encourage risk-on sentiment," Pabari added.
&w=3840&q=100)
First Post
40 minutes ago
- First Post
Trump tariffs may hit nearly 60% of India's exports: Govt says $48.2 bn of shipped goods vulnerable
The Narendra Modi government has told the parliament that around 60% of Indian exports to the United States to the tune of $48.2 billion could be affected by 50% tariffs. The Narendra Modi government has told the parliament that Indian exports to the tune of $48.2 billion could be affected by American tariffs. US President Donald Trump has slapped 50 per cent tariffs on India — 25 per cent on July 31 as part of the rollout of tariffs for over 60 countries and additional 25 per cent on August 6 as a punishment for the purchase of Russian oil. In an answer to Congress MP Adoor Prakash's question, Jitin Prasada, the Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, told the Lok Sabha that the government has estimated that around $48.2 billion of Indian exports to the United States, as per the trade value of 2024, will be subjected to tariffs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As Indian exports to the United States last were worth around $80 billion, the exposure of $48.2 billion-worth goods would mean that around 60 per cent of all exports would be exposed to tariffs. The government's estimate is therefore in line with independent estimates that had previously been reported. India's approximate exports to the United States for 2024. Previously, Bloomberg Economics had projected that Trump's 50 per cent tariffs could affect 60 per cent of India's US exports and lower the GDP growth for the financial year 2025-26 by 1 per cent. The United States is the largest export destination for Indian goods, accounting for around 17-18 per cent of all Indian exports. India also has a trade surplus with the United States, particularly in pharmaceuticals, textiles, and engineering goods. While Prasada did not answer about retaliatory measures, he said, 'Government is committed to secure and advance country's national interest and protect the welfare of our farmers, workers, entrepreneurs, exporters, MSMEs and all sections of industry and take all necessary steps to help mitigate impact on trade including through appropriate export promotion and trade diversification measures.' Separately, the government has proposed changes to the goods and services tax (GST) regime to make up for the losses from tariffs to some extent and spur consumption-led growth.
Mint
40 minutes ago
- Mint
Sensex rises 200 points, Nifty ends at 25,050— 10 key highlights from the Indian stock market today
Rising for the fifth consecutive session, Indian stock market benchmarks- the Sensex and the Nifty 50- ended with mild gains on Wednesday, August 20. Market sentiment remained positive on the back of proposed GST reforms, India's credit rating upgrade by S&P Global, and signs that the Russia-Ukraine war may be nearing its end. However, concerns over the approaching August 27 deadline for Trump's secondary tariffs capped the gains. The Sensex rose 213 points, or 0.26 per cent, to end at 81,857.84, while the Nifty 50 settled at 25,050.55, up 70 points, or 0.28 per cent. The BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices rose 0.39 per cent and 0.30 per cent, respectively. The cumulative market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms rose to ₹ 456 lakh crore from ₹ 454 lakh crore in the previous session, lifting investors' wealth by about ₹ 2 lakh crore in a single session. The market is riding on optimism surrounding India's growth story, further brightened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement of GST reforms. Favourable growth-inflation dynamics keep the medium- to long-term outlook positive. "The Indian market sustained its positive momentum, supported by strong domestic inflows and favourable macro tailwinds. However, rich valuations and external risks, particularly the U.S. tariffs and sanctions on the purchase of Russian crude, continue to pose challenges," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, noted. "Greater visibility on US trade policy and the path of earnings recovery will be critical. Meanwhile, global sentiment is cautious ahead of the release of the FOMC minutes later today, with investor attention gradually shifting to the US Fed Chair's speech at Jackson Hole this weekend, which is expected to provide clearer guidance on future policy direction," Nair added. (This is a developing story. Please check back for fresh updates.) Read all market-related news here Read more stories by Nishant Kumar Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only. The views and recommendations expressed are those of individual analysts or broking firms, not Mint. We advise investors to consult with certified experts before making any investment decisions, as market conditions can change rapidly and circumstances may vary.
