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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
70-year-old statue of Hanuman stolen from Fiji temple, idol was cemented to the floor
The Hanuman idol was cemented on the floor. (Photo: Fijivillage) A 70-year-old statue of Lord Hanuman was stolen from Wailailai Kuti in Ba, prompting a police investigation into the theft. The 35 cm idol was cemented to the floor but vanished overnight. Fijivillage reported that police said the temple's 68-year-old assistant treasurer discovered the theft Wednesday morning and lodged a report. Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha President, Dhirendra Nand, described the theft as 'deeply hurtful' and confirmed the organisation will conduct its own internal investigation alongside police inquiries. He told the news outlet that CCTV cameras are installed in the temple and urged authorities to examine the footage. 'We have confidence in the law and order of this country and in the Police Force. We hope the truth will come before the public very soon,' Nand said and urged devotees to not be disheartened as the incident coincided with the conclusion of Shree Krishna Janmashtami celebrations. The incident comes as the Indo-Fijian community is under increased attack in the island country. Last month, 100-year-old idols at Samabula Shiv Temple were destroyed. 28-year-old man, Sameula Tawake was charged with one count of alleged sacrilege and one count of throwing an object. Fiji's former attorney general Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum voiced concern over the environment for the Indo-Fijian community in the country. He said the desecration was the act of an individual "possibly radicalised to execute religious hatred with purpose." "Inconsistent concern and commitment by the Prime Minister about hate speech and discrimination gives rise to and encourages radical ethno- nationalists who engage the political game of 'us' and 'them'," Sayed-Khaiyum wrote. "If not reined in and spoken against in the harshest of terms by our leaders and those in positions of authority, then such acts will only give more oxygen to others who are already vulnerable to hate and discrimination." The desecration of non-Christian places of worship started when "overt and blatant hate was espoused against Indo-Fijians in 1987, to justify the overthrow of the (Timoci) Bavadra government," he wrote. Sayed-Khaiyum said that the rise in attacks against Indo-Fijians is being "increasingly accepted as the norm under the current leadership."
Economic Times
2 days ago
- General
- Economic Times
Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Moon Rising: city-wise timings, rituals and mantras for puja after moonrise
Synopsis Shree Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Moon Rising Time Today: On August 16, 2025, Krishna Janmashtami observers will break their fast after the traditional moon puja late at night. The fast concludes upon sighting the moon and offering prayers to Lord Krishna. Moonrise timings vary by city, with specific rituals and mantras recited during worship. Krishna Janmashtami 2025 Moon Rise Time in various places across India. Krishna Janmashtami Moon Time 2025: Devotees observing Krishna Janmashtami on August 16, 2025, will complete their fast only after performing the traditional puja of the moon late at night. According to tradition, the fast is considered complete only after sighting the moon and offering prayers to Lord Krishna. However, moonrise occurs relatively late on Janmashtami, and timings vary by city. The ritual of moon worship is an essential part of Janmashtami celebrations. Once the moon is visible, devotees perform a specific set of prayers and rituals, concluding the day-long fast. The following are the moonrise timings for key cities on August 16: Mathura – 11:35 PM Vrindavan – 11:33 PM Delhi – 11:32 PM Lucknow – 11:21 PM Noida – 11:33 PM Ghaziabad – 11:31 PM Meerut – 11:29 PM Muzaffarnagar – 11:28 PM Faridabad – 11:32 PM Sonipat – 11:32 PM Hisar – 11:37 PM Sirsa – 11:39 PM Bijnor – 11:26 PM Also Read: Happy Janmashtami 2025 images: cute Radha Krishna images and greetings After sighting the moon, devotees are advised to begin by chanting the mantra: "Somaya Someshvaraya Somapataye Somasambhavaya Somaya Namo Namah." Following the mantra, the moon is worshipped with an offering prepared using water in a conch (Shankh), fruits, sacred grass (kusha), flowers, and sandalwood paste. During the offering (arghya), the following mantra is recited: "Ksheerodarnava sambhoota atrinetra samudbhava, Grihaanarghyam shashaankemam Rohinya sahito mama. Jyotsnapate namastubhyam namaste jyotishaam pate, Namaste Rohinikanta arghya me pratigrihyataam." Once the puja is complete, devotees are encouraged to spend the rest of the night in devotional singing and prayer. The fast is broken the following morning after taking a ritual bath. Janmashtami, marking the birth of Lord Krishna, is observed with deep spiritual significance by millions of devotees across India. The festival includes fasting, temple visits, devotional music, and night-long vigils, culminating with the symbolic birth of Krishna at midnight.
The Citizen
11-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
JSHCO invites community to attend Shree Krishna Janmashtami celebration
Less than a minute Shirvaan Pather Less than a minute The Johannesburg South Hindu Cultural Organisation (JSHCO) will host its Shree Krishna Janmashtami celebration on Friday, August 16, from 6:00 pm at La Venue, 41 Summit Drive, Rispark. The evening will feature Matki Fod for kids, Dandiya Raas, dance performances, Maha Prasad, and aarti at 8:30 pm. For more details, contact Deepika on 072 261 7011. Hare Krishna.
