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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
U.P. CM to be chief guest at Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya on June 5
For chief minister Yogi Adityanath, his 53rd birthday will be special. This year on his birthday on June 5, he will preside over the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Ram Darbar on the first floor of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Three-day celebrations will begin on June 3 and final ceremony will be held on June 5 in which chief minister Yogi Adityanath will be the chief guest. The date, June 5, is also known for being the day when the Dwapar Yuga began, according to Hindu mythology. It is also the day of Ganga Dussehra which celebrates the descent of the Ganga on the Earth. In the Treta Yuga, Lord Rama is believed to have established the Shiva Linga at Rameswaram on June 5. Along with Ram Darbar, idols of several deities will also be installed amid Vedic rituals in other temples that have been constructed on the Ram Janmabhoomi campus. In the Ram Darbar, an idol of Lord Ram along with that of Mata Sita will be placed on a two-feet high white marble throne. Idols of Lord Hanuman and Lakshman will be placed in a sitting position in front of the Ram Darbar while standing idols of Bharat and Shatrughan will be installed behind the throne. 'All idols and the throne have been sculpted from white marble in Jaipur, Rajasthan,' said Anil Mishra, member of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirath Kshetra Trust. 'These idols, carved out of white marble and crafted using the Hemmark photographic technique, will be installed on the first floor,' Mishra added. Eleven priests have reached Ayodhya for the ceremony. The remaining priests will be from Ayodhya. The administration has made elaborate arrangements for the ceremony, ensuring the safety and security of all attendees. The temple complex will also feature four grand entrance gates, with the southern gate being the most prominent. The gate will be 17-metre high, 30-metre long and 11-metre wide. It will be adorned with intricate carvings of elephants, horses, lions and flowers. To maintain the site's sanctity, only a limited number of devotees will be allowed access to the temple's first floor. The second floor of the temple will feature a display of the Ramayana in multiple languages, including its oldest known version. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024. The ground floor of the Ram temple has an idol of Ram Lalla (infant Ram), the presiding deity of the shrine.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Ayodhya to get Bharat Path: Rs 900 crore project for 20km pilgrimage stretch
N Tired of too many ads? go ad free now EW DELHI: A new road, Bharat Path, will be constructed in Ayodhya to enhance connectivity between key sites in the Ram Janmabhoomi related to Lord Ram's younger brother, Bharat. Constructed at the cost of Rs 900 crores, the 20-kilometer-long road will connect Bharat Kund and Ranopali, covering a significant stretch of the Prayagraj Highway, informed Ayodhya's district magistrate Nikhil Tikaram Funde. The project will widen and improve the existing road, modernise infrastructure, and blend it with heritage aesthetics. The official further informed that the project was in the beginning stage and that the proposal had been sent to higher authorities for approval. Bharatkund, situated 18 kilometers south of Ayodhya, is where Bharat established Lord Ram's Paduka and fasted for fourteen years. He met Bharat here after returning to Ayodhya post killing Ravan. The initiative is believed to add another to Ayodhya's transformation as a global religious tourism hub, bringing more development, facilities, and employment to the region. Development in Ayodhya has been progressing rapidly. The railway line has been upgraded from metre gauge to broad gauge and is now a double broad gauge line. An international airport has also been established.
India Today
7 days ago
- General
- India Today
Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya of eight temples to begin with Saryu jal kalash yatra
Ayodhya, the sacred city of Lord Ram, is preparing for another historic moment. In the newly built grand Ram Janmabhoomi temple complex, a three-day mega religious event has been announced. The celebrations will commence on June 2 with the Saryu Jal Kalash Yatra, and the grand consecration (Pran Pratishtha) rituals will take place from June 3 to June PRAN PRATISHTHA IN EIGHT TEMPLESSpeaking at a press conference, Champat Rai, General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, announced that eight newly constructed temples within the complex will undergo Pran Pratishtha simultaneously. This synchronised consecration will be broadcast live using cameras and LED screens, ensuring visual uniformity and spiritual goal of this unique initiative is to maintain consistency and harmony in the rituals being performed across all AND WHICH DEITIES WILL BE CONSECRATED? Here is the layout of the eight temples and the deities that will be installed:Ishaan Kone (Northeast): ShivlingAgni Kone (Southeast): Lord GaneshaDakshin Madhya (South Central): Mahabali HanumanNairitya Kone (Southwest): Surya Dev (Sun God)Vayavya Kone (Northwest): Goddess BhagwatiUttar Madhya (North Central): Goddess AnnapurnaMain Temple First Floor: Shri Ram DarbarDakshin Pashchim Parikota (Southwest periphery): SheshavatarIMPORTANT DATES AND RUTUAL TIMINGSadvertisementJune 2:Saryu Jal Kalash Yatra* to begin at 4 PM from the eastern bank of the old 3 to June 5:Three-day worship and rituals from 6:30 AM to 5:The Pran Pratishtha ceremony will take place at exactly 11:25 rituals are expected to be completed by 1 PM on the same Watch
News18
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Deeply Motivating': PM Modi Hails Life Journeys Of Padma Awardees
Last Updated: President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards to 69 individuals who have made contributions in diverse fields. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attended the 'Civil Investiture Ceremony-II' at Rashtrapati Bhavan in which 69 individuals were conferred Padma Awards. 'Attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II, where the Padma Awards were presented. The Padma awardees have made notable contributions to our society. The life journeys of those who were conferred the Padma are deeply motivating," the Prime Minister wrote on X. Attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II, where the Padma Awards were presented. The Padma awardees have made notable contributions to our society. The life journeys of those who were conferred the Padma are deeply motivating. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 27, 2025 Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards to 69 individuals who have made exceptional contributions in diverse fields such as art, literature, education, public affairs, medicine, social work, science, sports, and industry. The event was also attended by Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and other dignitaries. The event marked the second phase of the Padma Awards ceremony for the year 2025. The Padma Awards, among the highest civilian honours of India, are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. This year, the government announced a total of 139 Padma awardees on the eve of Republic Day. One of the most emotional moments of the event was the posthumous conferral of the Padma Vibhushan to late Bhojpuri and folk singer Dr Sharda Sinha, whose music resonated deeply with the Indian heartland. Other recipients of the Padma Vibhushan included former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar and classical dancer Kumudini Lakhia (posthumous). The Padma Bhushan awardees included social activist Sadhvi Ritambhara, known for her role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, actor-politician Nandamuri Balakrishna, and celebrated journalist and author A. Surya Prakash. Among the posthumous Padma Bhushan recipients were legendary singer Pankaj Udhas, veteran politician Manohar Joshi, and economist Bibek Debroy. enowned Malayalam writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair, and Osamu Suzuki, the Japanese industrialist known for his pivotal role in Suzuki's partnership with India. The largest share of honours came under the Padma Shri category, with 57 individuals recognised for their grassroots and innovative contributions across the country. Notably, 23 of the awardees are women, showcasing the growing recognition of female excellence in various sectors. This year's ceremony reaffirms the spirit of 'nation first, people first", with awardees reflecting India's cultural, scientific, and humanitarian diversity. The government's efforts to democratise the Padma Awards have made them a true people's honour, celebrating not just fame, but meaningful service. IANS)
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India.com
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Padma Awards 2025: President Murmu Honours 69 Icons, Including Sharda Sinha, Arijit Singh, R Ashwin
In a grand ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred Padma Awards to 69 individuals who have made exceptional contributions in diverse fields such as art, literature, education, public affairs, medicine, social work, science, sports, and industry. The event, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and other dignitaries, marked the second phase of the Padma Awards ceremony for the year 2025. Attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II, where the Padma Awards were presented. The Padma awardees have made notable contributions to our society. The life journeys of those who were conferred the Padma are deeply motivating. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 27, 2025 The Padma Awards, among the highest civilian honours of India, are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. This year, the government had announced a total of 139 Padma awardees on the eve of Republic Day. Among those honoured in this phase were 3 Padma Vibhushan, 9 Padma Bhushan, and 57 Padma Shri awardees. The ceremony held special significance with 13 posthumous recognitions, honouring legends who left a lasting legacy in their fields. One of the most emotional moments of the event was the posthumous conferral of the Padma Vibhushan to late Bhojpuri and folk singer Dr Sharda Sinha, whose music resonated deeply with the Indian heartland. Her son, Anshuman Sinha, received the award on behalf of the legendary folk singer, renowned for her devotional and Chhath songs. Other recipients of the Padma Vibhushan included former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar and classical dancer Kumudini Lakhia (posthumous). The Padma Bhushan awardees included social activist Sadhvi Ritambhara, known for her role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, actor-politician Nandamuri Balakrishna, and celebrated journalist and author A. Surya Prakash. Among the posthumous Padma Bhushan recipients were legendary singer Pankaj Udhas, veteran politician Manohar Joshi, economist Bibek Debroy. enowned Malayalam writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair, and Osamu Suzuki, the Japanese industrialist known for his pivotal role in Suzuki's partnership with India. The largest share of honours came under the Padma Shri category, with 57 individuals recognised for their grassroots and innovative contributions across the country. Prominent names include playback singer Arijit Singh, cricketer R. Ashwin, author Pratibha Satpathy, former SBI Chairperson Arundhati Bhattacharya, and violinist Tejendra Narayan Majumdar. The list also included foreign nationals, NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs—ten in total—reflecting India's acknowledgement of global contributions. Notably, 23 of the awardees are women, showcasing the growing recognition of female excellence in various sectors. The Padma Awards continue to honour unsung heroes—many of them from remote regions—who have made significant contributions without seeking the limelight. This year's ceremony reaffirms the spirit of "nation first, people first", with awardees reflecting India's cultural, scientific, and humanitarian diversity. The government's efforts to democratise the Padma Awards have made them a true people's honour, celebrating not just fame, but meaningful service.
