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Time of India
an hour ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Kinner Kailash Yatra suspended due to adverse weather
Shimla: The Kinnaur district administration on Wednesday once again suspended the Kinner Kailash Yatra due to adverse weather conditions and unsafe state of the trail. The yatra will resume once weather conditions improve and the route is deemed safe by the authorities concerned, stated the district administration. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Pilgrims have been requested to stay updated through official channels and follow all safety advisories, the administration added. The yatra was earlier closed for July 21 and 22 due to inclement weather. It resumed on July 23, but has now been suspended once again. The Kinner Kailash Yatra usually starts on July 15 and ends on Aug 30. Each day, 350 pilgrims are allowed to undertake the pilgrimage. Only individuals between 16 and 60 years of age are allowed to undertake the yatra, but as an exception, pilgrims between 60 and 70 years of age are allowed if they get a medical certificate from the primary health centre at Tangling in Kalpa tehsil of Kinnaur district. The pilgrimage starts from Kalpa in Kinnaur district and ends at the 6,050-metre high peak of Kinner Kailash, considered the winter abode of Lord Shiva. The pilgrimage is considered sacred by both Hindus and Buddhist. Registration is compulsory to participate in the yatra. MSID:: 122998183 413 |
Time of India
2 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
‘A sign from Shiva?': Snake sits on Shivling in temple, leaves crowd spellbound-- Watch video
In the middle of Sawan, when temples across the country stay busy with prayers and rituals, something unusual happened at a Shiva temple in Chhattisgarh– and it had nothing to do with any special event or ceremony. At the Narmadeshwar Mahadev Temple, a snake was spotted sitting coiled on the Shivling, surprising those present. The moment wasn't planned, but it quietly caught everyone's attention and has since become a talking point online. Snake charmer's rest stop turns into an unexpected scene According to a report by India Today, it all started when a snake charmer, passing through the temple area, paused to rest for a bit. A few devotees nearby, curious about the snakes he was carrying, asked him if they could see them. He opened his basket, and before anyone could react, one of the snakes slipped out, headed straight inside the sanctum, and climbed onto the Shivling. Watch the video here: For 20 minutes, all eyes are on the Shivling As per the report, the snake stayed there for nearly 20 minutes, wrapped around the Shivling. As people got wind of what had happened, more visitors started turning up. Some called it a spiritual moment, especially since it happened during Sawan, while others kept their distance, unsure of how to react. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo Despite the growing crowd, everything at the temple went on as usual– there was no disruption in the ongoing pujas. Devotee records video, social media takes over A short video recorded by someone present was later shared online. It didn't take long for the clip to spread, with many users calling it a rare moment and connecting it to Lord Shiva's strong association with snakes. Given the timing, many even saw it as a sign. Handled calmly, without any panic Eventually, the snake charmer stepped in and gently removed the snake from the Shivling. It was placed back in the basket without causing any panic, according to the report. The crowd stayed calm, and no one was harmed. Temple staff and devotees maintained a peaceful atmosphere throughout. Temple confirms rituals went on without interruption Even with more people showing up after the incident, the temple priests made sure that the daily prayers went on without any problem. The regular Sawan puja continued smoothly, and nothing was disrupted. Some called it a sign, others just watched in awe In Hindu belief, snakes– especially cobras– are considered sacred and are closely connected to Lord Shiva. So when a real snake was seen sitting on the Shivling during Sawan, many felt it wasn't just a random moment. For those who witnessed it, the sight gave them chills– it felt special, almost like a sign.
NDTV
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Rajkummar Rao's Behen Hogi Teri Accused Of Hurting Religious Sentiments. Details Inside About The Legal Case
New Delhi: Rajkummar Rao has found himself embroiled in a legal case over a scene in his 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri. He is facing a court case for allegedly hurting religious sentiments. The case also mentions director Nitin Kakkar, producer Amul Vikas Mohle, and actress Shruti Haasan. What's Happening Rajkummar Rao is currently facing a legal case against him for his film Behen Hogi Teri, over a poster and a particular scene. According to the controversy that's making the rounds, the scene in question shows Lord Shiva wearing slippers, which was offensive to a section of viewers. The case has its next hearing today at a Jalandhar court. The issue resurfaced because Rajkummar Rao did not attend a hearing scheduled before, prompting a non-bailable warrant. Yesterday (July 29, 2025), Rajkummar Rao surrendered in a Jalandhar court and marked his presence at 4 PM. Judge Srijan Shukla granted him bail. Rajkummar Rao was previously given an anticipatory bail. But he was then issued a non-bailable warrant as he missed the assigned court date. 2017 Complaint That Led To The Case The case was first filed in 2017. Ishant Sharma, a Hindu leader and film producer, filed the case at Police Division No 5 in Jalandhar, as reported by Bhaskar English. His statements mentioned how Lord Shiva was represented in a disrespectful manner, which would hurt religious sentiments. The controversy went viral thereafter. In A Nutshell No official comment has been received from Rajkummar Rao's team yet on the ongoing legal case. The verdict or next course of action on the legal case is awaited after the hearing taking place today.
News18
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajkummar Rao Surrenders In Court In 2017 Film Case, Gets Bail
Last Updated: Rajkummar Rao's 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri landed him in legal trouble due to a scene that allegedly hurt religious sentiments. Rajkummar Rao surrendered before a court in Jalandhar on Monday, July 28, in connection with a case related to his 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri. The actor, who was accused of hurting religious sentiments, has now been granted conditional bail. While the matter has been adjourned, do you know what the allegations were against the actor and what the entire controversy is? Let's find out. What Is The Controversy Around Rajkummar Rao's Film Behen Hogi Teri? Rajkummar Rao's 2017 film Behen Hogi Teri landed him in legal trouble due to a scene that allegedly hurt religious sentiments. The controversy revolves around a poster and a scene depicting Lord Shiva wearing slippers and travelling on a bike, which some viewers found objectionable. The complaint against the actor and the makers of the film was filed by a Shiv Sena leader, Ishant Sharma, at the Police Division No. 5 in Jalandhar, Punjab, claiming the portrayal was disrespectful. Other Bollywood Films Accused Of Hurting Religious Sentiments Controversies around religious films in Bollywood often stem from perceived disrespect or misrepresentation of religious sentiments. Previously, films like PK (2014) also faced criticism for its portrayal of religious beliefs and practices in India. Other films that have faced controversy include OMG: Oh My God! (2012) and Adipurush (2023). Adipurush was criticised for its character design, storyline, and dialogues, which some felt were disrespectful to Hindu sentiments. Deepika Padukone's Padmavat" and Shah Rukh Khan's My Name Is Khan also faced protests and controversy over their depictions of historical and cultural themes. Most recently, the debut movie of Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan, Maharaj (2024), also faced calls for a ban from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad due to alleged disrespect to Sanatan Dharma. Even though a stay was imposed on the film's release, it was later lifted after the court concluded that the film was not specifically intended to target the sect, contrary to the allegations. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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First Post
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
'Stree 2' actor Rajkummar Rao surrenders in a 2017 case, granted bail next day- Here's everything you need to know
The actor had to surrender in a case related to that film and was granted bail a day later. But what happened exactly? read more Back in 2017, actor Rajkummar Rao did a film called Behen Hogi Teri, which also starred Shruti Haasan. The actor had to surrender in a case related to that film and was granted bail a day later. But what happened exactly? If reports are to be believed, the actor landed in trouble for hurting the religious sentiments pertaining to a particular scene that caused a stir. To give everyone more clarity, a user wrote- 'In Behen Hogi Teri, he was dressed as Lord Shiva on the poster and someone filed a case for allegedly hurting religious sentiments in 2017. Now the judiciary will take years (already 8y.) to resolve the matter and it will continue to make headlines from time to time.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A local Shiv Sena leader lodged a complaint at the Division No 5 police station. The scene related to Lord Shiva was also there in the film where the actor was on a bike. Before his surrender, he had secured anticipatory bail. Upon surrendering, Rajkummar submitted a response to the court, which subsequently granted him bail. There have been films like PK and Oh My God as well that have caused a stir for hurting religious sentiments in the past. Rajkummar Rao was the most successful star of 2024. For 2025, he has a film called Maalik coming up that releases in cinemas on July 11. There's Toasters with Sanya Malhotra as well which marks his and his wife and actress Patralekhaa's foray into production. This is a Netflix release. Now back to Maalik. In an exclusive interview with Firstpost, the actor spoke about the working hours on his film sets and how there cannot be any hierarchy. The industry has been weighing on the on-going discussion and debate ever since Deepika Padukone quit Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit due to long working hours. Rao also spoke about giving the same food to his crew members and why there cannot be any hierarchy on his sets.
