Environmentalists say the move could give overdue recognition to forests that have endured through faith rather than law Gurgaon: Haryana’s initiative to conserve sacred groves has gained momentum, with six districts proposing 31 sites for recognition under the state’s Pavitr Upvan plan, announced in the 2026-27 Budget. The programme aims to formally recognise forests and…
CM Yogi Adityanath in Shamli Lucknow: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday cautioned the people of Shamli against the “followers of Jinnah”, saying that Samajwadi Party, or the “worshippers of Jinnah”, had changed the demography of the region which had forced Hindus to migrate from Kairana and Kandhla.“Whenever the followers of Jinnah get an opportunity,…
Varanasi: Rath Yatra Mela, one of Kashi’s grandest religious festivals, commenced on Thursday at Rathyatra Chowk, drawing thousands of devotees who gathered to pull the grand chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and goddess Subhadra through the city’s decorated streets amid chants of ‘Jai Jagannath.’Devotees started arriving at the fair venue from the morning to…
Prayagraj: The Allahabad high court on Monday directed the central govt and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to file their counter-affidavits in response to a petition challenging an Agra court order that refused to allow a survey of the Taj Mahal.The petition challenges the rejection of an application seeking the appointment of an advocate…
The 12 Jyotirlingas, revered as the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva, hold a profound place in Hindu spirituality. Spread across the country, each shrine symbolises a unique aspect of the divine. These Jyotirlingas are believed to represent Shiva’s manifestation as an infinite pillar of light (Jyoti), embodying his omnipresent energy. Devotees from around the…
Did you know that mantras hold incredible power to transform your life? They can enhance your personality, provide mental clarity, improve focus and concentration, and offer numerous other benefits. Here, we are going to explore one of the most powerful and sacred mantras dedicated to Lord Shiva—the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra. As the name suggests, Maha…
Keri: Goa was once a largely agro-horticultural state, where rural life revolved around the monsoon. Villagers depended on seasonal rains for irrigation and drinking water, and eagerly awaited the first showers to ease the summer heat and replenish depleted sources.For generations, rural communities observed natural signs to anticipate the monsoon. Swarms of dragonflies, termites gathering…
Guwahati: The annual four-day Ambubachi Mela will begin at the Kamakhya temple, one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, on June 22, with the Kamrup (Metro) district administration and the temple management committee finalising preparations.Kabindra Prasad Sarma, bor doloi (head priest) at Kamakhya Temple, said the sanctum sanctorum will remain closed from “9.08 pm on June…
Lord Shiva’s Nataraja form, symbolizing cosmic energy and the rhythm of existence, is mirrored in the principles of quantum physics. A bronze statue of Nataraja at CERN highlights the profound connections between science, art, and philosophy, representing the eternal cycle of creation and destruction. Lord Shiva has many forms, he is the creator and the…
Bhubaneswar: The state govt has sanctioned financial assistance of Rs 1.08 crore for the famous Sital Sasthi festival in Sambalpur district this year.The assistance will be provided through the Odia Language, Literature and Culture department following the directions of chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Altogether 21 Sital Sasthi festival committees across the district will receive…
