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Temples across India close doors as 'Sutak Kaal' begins ahead of lunar ecl
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Temples across India closed their gates on Tuesday as the 'Sutak Kaal' (inauspicious period) began ahead of the first lunar eclipse of the year, with priests saying the doors will reopen after the eclipse ends in the evening.
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Minister of State for Defence inaugurates Taram Chu Steel Bridge, restores
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
The inauguration ceremony commenced with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, followed by traditional religious rituals performed by local priests. A technical presentation on the bridge's design and structural features was delivered by Brig. Amit Sakhre, highlighting its strategic si
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MP: Mahakaleshwar Temple decked up with Tiranga to mark 77th Republic Day
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The temple premises were adorned with the Tiranga and decorative lights, creating a vibrant and patriotic atmosphere. Devotees visiting the temple witnessed the grand decorations and temple priests were also seen wearing their costume on the theme of tricolour while performing the sacred
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China tightens grip on catholic clergy, seize passports, restrict overseas
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The measures were jointly approved on December 16 by the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association (CCPA) and the Bishops' Conference of the Catholic Church in China (BCCCC), both of which operate under the supervision of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The rules require centralised custody
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Sunny Leone's New Year 2026 event in Mathura canceled after uproar
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Actor Sunny Leone's New Year 2026 event at a bar in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura has been cancelled following strong objections from priests and religious groups in the city.
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Harisharan Devgan Performs Holy Pooja at Srikalahasti for Indian Farmers'
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Srikalahasti (Andhra Pradesh) [India], December 10: Innovative farmer and philanthropist Mr. Harisharan Devgan, Chairman of Niche Group of Companies, performed a special holy pooja at the world-famous Sri Kalahasteeswara Swamy Temple on Saturday, 6 December 2025, seeking divine blessings for
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Grand celebrations at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Diwali and Roop Ch
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The city of Ujjain celebrated the auspicious festival of Diwali with great fervor at the Mahakaleshwar Temple, where the festival holds a special significance.
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Tripura gears up for grand three-day Diwali festival at Matabari temple
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Gomati District Majistrate and Collector, Rinku Lather, told ANI that the grand event has been jointly organised by the Trust Mela Committee and the Gomati District Administration, with participation from dignitaries, priests, and thousands of devotees.
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Priests perform special 'Mahapuja' at Ujjain's Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple o
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The special rituals began early in the morning, with priests performing Rudrabhishek and lighting earthen lamps before Lord Mahakal.
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Jerusalem police prepare for Sukkot Holiday festivities
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Jerusalem District of the Israel Police continues its preparations as part of operational readiness for the holiday period, including the weekdays of Sukkot and in particular in preparation for the Birkat HaKohanim (blessing of the priests) events expected to take place on Thursday (Octo
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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to meet priests, unveil Medaram development pla
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will visit the famous Medaram temple on September 23. During the visit, he will hold a meeting with the priests of the Sammakka Saralamma temple to finalise designs for the Medaram Development Plan.
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UP CM pays tribute to Mahant Avedyanath on his 11th death anniversary
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Remembering the contribution of former head priests, the UP CM added, "He dedicated his entire life to religion and the nation. He followed the ideals of Mahant Digvijaynath ji, who, when India was under colonial rule, in 1932 Digvijaynath ji established the Maharana Pratap shiksa Parishad."
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