How parole to rape & murder convict RAM Rahim days before Haryana polls might benefit BJP
His Dera Sacha Sauda is mobilising its followers to vote en masse, it is learnt. Some are labeling his timely release as 'desperate push' by BJP, others say it's unlikely to change outcome. Key Points
ThePrintYour family did naach gaana all their lives: Yogi Adityanath attacks Rahul Gandhi
Adityanath said the 500-year-long wait for the RAM temple was over with the consecration of the idol of RAM Lalla at the magnificent RAM temple in Ayodhya this year. Thousands of Hindus made sacrifices to see a grand temple built in Ayodhya, he said. Key Points
India TodayRAM Rahim out of jail again, just before Haryana polls. Rape convict's 235 days of freedom & counting
Out for 21 days, RAM Rahim will remain at Dera ashram in Barnwara village in UP’s Baghpat for entire duration of furlough. This is 6th time he has been granted parole/furlough since 2017. Key Points
ThePrintModi fell prey to 'too much greed', BJP lost wherever RAM ji went on padyatra — Puri Shankaracharya
When someone aims over his capacity, he ends up performing badly, says Swami Nischalananda Saraswati. This is the 2nd jibe from a Shankaracharya since party's setback in LS polls. Key Points
ThePrintRAM Charan reacts to 'RRR' song 'Naatu Naatu' played at the Oscars 2024
The Oscars 2024 played 'RRR' song 'Naatu Naatu' on stage, creating a pride moment. RAM Charan shared his surprise watching the video online. Ryan Gosl Key Points
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RAM Mandir inauguration: More than 1,240 cyberattacks blocked
Since the government had anticipated a rise in cyber-attacks during the inauguration, all the pre-emptive measures were put in place. The Telecom Security Operation Centre (TSOC) was monitoring around 264 websites including that of the RAM Temple, Prasar Bharti, UP Police, airport, UP tourism, and the power grid among others round the clock to prevent any cyber-attack. Key Points
Economic TimesRam's makeup artist walked out of Ambani bash after Shah Rukh's 'idly' remark
The internet, too, wasn't pleased with Shah Rukh Khan calling RAM Charan 'idli'. A person tweeted Shah Rukh Khan was being ‘casually racist’ to Ram. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesArun Yogiraj shares unseen image from when he was carving RAM Lalla idol
Arun Yogiraj carved the 51-inch-long RAM Lalla idol which portrays Lord RAM as a five-year-old kid. The idol sits in the ‘garbha griha’ of Ayodhya temple. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesiQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G has launched in India starting at Rs 35,999, bank offers make the deal even sweeter
iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G has launched in India in two variants and comes with up to 12 GB RAM. From pricing, bank offers, to specifications, here are all the details about the smartphone. Key Points
India TodayIndia's Ayodhya RAM Mandir temple inauguration
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is presiding over the inauguration of a lavish Hindu temple on the site of a destroyed centuries-old mosque. Follow here for live news updates. Key Points
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'Heralds Ramrajya for 1,000 yrs, new kalachakra' — BJP resolution praises Modi for pran pratishtha
Calling temple consecration 'beginning of the journey back to a great India', resolution moved by BJP national president J.P. Nadda thanks Prime Minister Narendra Modi for leadership Key Points
ThePrintRAM Charan’s sister-in-law welcomes twins. ‘Awesome threesome’, says Upasana
Ram Charan’s sister-in-law Anushpala gave birth to twins recently. Upasana took to her Instagram handle to share the good news. Key Points
Hindustan TimesWith 'Jai Shree Ram' chants, UP MLAs leave on buses for RAM Lalla darshan in Ayodhya
Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker, Satish Mandan, expressed his joy at being part of the 'Shri RAM Janmabhoomi Mukti Andolan.' Reflecting on the occasion, he stated This is a special moment for me because I was part of the 'Shri RAM Janmabhoomi Mukti Andolan. This is an emotional moment for me. I am very happy. God has bestowed upon me the opportunity to be with all legislators in this form, and it is a matter of great fortune for me. Key Points
Economic Times'22 Jan was the beginning of great India': Amit Shah on RAM Mandir opening
Speaking on the RAM temple issue in the Lok Sabha, Shah said India cannot be imagined without Lord Ram. He highlighted that the Supreme Court in its verdict said it “showed India’s secularism”. Key Points
Business Today‘Dharma ka thekedar nahi, pehredar banna chahiye’ — Full text of NCP MP Amol Kolhe’s viral LS speech
Amol Ramsing Kolhe, 43, is an actor with roots in Pune, and also holds an MBBS degree. He is a first-time MP, and represents Shirur in Lok Sabha. Key Points
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Kerala's Muslim league (IUML) chief Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal justifies Ayodhya temple, accused of defending RSS agenda
Read about the controversy surrounding Kerala IUML Chief's remarks on the RAM Temple and Babri Masjid. Find out the reactions and accusations against him. Key Points
Times Of IndiaRAM Rahim is giving tips to parents, pregnant women during parole. His victims run for cover
Gurmeet RAM Rahim's YouTube channel has over 1.25 million subscribers. In his most recent video, he urges devotees not to visit him because he is always available for digital darshans. Key Points
ThePrintRAM is everyone's God, said Gandhi. ‘Establish his kingdom in your heart’
Gandhi saw no reason why a Muslim should object to taking Ram's name. But they are in no way bound to recognise God as Ramanama, he said. Key Points
ThePrintPaltu Ram, chameleon: How INDI alliance partners reacted to Nitish Kumar's resignation
Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar CM, drawing severe criticism from INDI alliance partners. Congress compares him to a 'chameleon' and accuses him of betrayal. Shiv Sena slams Kumar for ditching the Mahagatbandhan. Amit Shah had previously used derogatory terms to describe Kumar. BJP's doors closed for Nitish Kumar. Key Points
Economic Times'Hindustan is finally for Hindus.' Ayodhya Express reaches RAM temple
Ayodhya and RAM Mandir are part pilgrimage, part tourism, and part endurance sport for thousands of Hindu devotees. They are celebrating a shared sense of victory and vindication—and posting it online. Key Points
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How the RAM Lalla idol came to life
The sculptor, who spent months carving, was amazed that the RAM Lalla idol had transformed after the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony. This is a story of transformation that would amaze even the masters of magic realism. Key Points
India TodayRAM Lalla idol sculptor returns home, mobbed at Bengaluru airport
Arun Yogiraj, the sculptor of RAM Lalla idol, received a grand welcome at Bengaluru airport after the idol's consecration at the RAM temple in Ayodhya. Chaos ensued as media and the public gathered to greet him, but he was eventually escorted out of the terminal by CISF personnel. Read more about the incident. Key Points
Times Of India‘Ram Lalla had changed,’ sculptor Arun Yogiraj thought to himself as he saw idol
"Lalla looked completely different. I thought to myself that this was not my work. Lord RAM had completely transformed after the Alanakaran (ornamentation) ceremony," Yogiraj said. Key Points
India TodayPM Modi 'Jan Nayak', catalyst of new era: Cabinet's Mandir resolution
India News: Union Cabinet hails PM Modi for the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at the RAM temple and congratulates him for boosting the nation's morale and cultural self-confidence. The resolution describes the ceremony as a day of national accomplishment and praises PM Modi as a 'Jan Nayak'. Discover the significance of the event and the mass movement it has sparked. Key Points
Times Of IndiaGold, silver coins with Ayodhya RAM Mandir engraving are available online; Here's how to buy
Ayodhya RAM Mandir: If you want to buy gold or silver coins with engravings of Ayodhya RAM Mandir then you can do so online by visiting the Augmont website. There are multiple weights of silver coins available with prices starting at Rs 2,751 and for gold only one coin weighing 7 grams is available. Key Points
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RAM temple in Ayodhya is the first step to reconstruction of Bharat: Mohan Bhagwat
The bitterness that arose during the RAM Janmabhoomi movement should end now. Ayodhya is a city ‘where there is no war’, ‘a place free from conflict’. Key Points
ThePrintRAM temple revelry evokes mixed feelings in Delhi Muslims. Some recall 1992 hurt, others just want peace
The big-ticket RAM temple event in Ayodhya was a subject of grand celebrations in national capital Delhi. But there were no reports of tensions as happened in Mumbai’s Mira Road. Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi asks cabinet ministers to avoid visiting Ayodhya in February, here's why
The newly-opened RAM Mandir has drawn massive crowd, prompting authorities in Ayodhya to take measures to control the gathering. PM Modi has asked his ministers to avoid visiting the temple in February, as per sources. Key Points
India TodayJr NTR's role a supporting one in RAM Charan-starrer RRR: Vijayendra Prasad
SS Rajamouli’s RRR saw RAM Charan play Alluri Sitaramaraju and Jr NTR as Komaram Bheem. Now, writer Vijayendra Prasad is calling RAM the main lead of the film. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAfter RAM Mandir, here's Ayodhya's next big plan to become a global spiritual tourist hub
Ayodhya is all set to transform into a global spiritual hub with plans for 13 new temples, including those dedicated to Lord Ram's parivar. Progress on the main temple, inaugurated by PM Modi, is underway, along with key temples and a separate one for Hanuman. Seven temples surrounding the complex honor individuals integral to Lord Ram's life. Despite freezing weather, the grand opening drew three lakh devotees, solidifying Ayodhya's significance. This marks a pivotal moment in shaping Ayodhya as a global spiritual destination. Key Points
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See another RAM Lalla idol that did not make it to sanctum sanctorum of RAM Mandir
A third RAM Lalla idol, sculpted by Ganesh Bhatt, did not find its place in the sanctum sanctorum of the newly constructed RAM Mandir. Photographs of the 51-inch statue have now been released, and the temple trust has stated that the idol will be enshrined within the temple premises. Key Points
India Today‘Lord Hanuman came to see RAM Lalla’: Temple trust recounts monkey’s visit
According to the RAM temple trust, a monkey entered the sanctum sanctorum, where the idol of RAM Lalla resides. It left without causing any harm to the huge crowd of devotees. Key Points
India TodayRajinikanth on Ayodhya RAM Mandir consecration: 'This is not politics'
Rajinikanth calls RAM temple event 'spiritual'. Rajinikanth said he was among the first 150 people to witness the unveiling of RAM Lalla idol. Key Points
Hindustan TimesRAM and Sita: What the epic couple can teach us today
India News: Explore the lessons we can learn from the epic couple RAM and Sita. Discover their love story, Ram's adventures, and Sita's sacrifice. Gain insights into the conflicts between public roles and private values. Dive into the timeless story of RAM and Sita. Key Points
Times Of IndiaWhat business leaders said on attending Pran Pratishtha ceremony at RAM Mandir in Ayodhya
Business leaders and tech titans joined in celebrating the inauguration of the RAM temple at Ayodhya on January 22. The RAM Lalla idol was unveiled at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony after rituals in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While the list of invitees reportedly included about 8,000 names, the select list is said to be of 506 A-listers, including prominent industrialists. Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani and his family, telecom czar Sunil Bharti Mittal and Aditya Birla group chairperson Kumar Mangalam Birla were among some of India Inc's faces who attended the ceremony. Key Points
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5 lakh devotees offer prayers at RAM temple on day it’s thrown open to public
The doors of the RAM Mandir in Ayodhya finally opened to the public today. Devotees have started thronging the temple grounds, eager to catch a glimpse of the newly installed idol of RAM Lalla. Key Points
India TodayDay after RAM Lalla consecration, chaos in Ayodhya: Devotees crash temple barricades, Yogi steps in
Inside temple premises, speakers continuously blared announcements to manage crowds. Outside, devotees stood in long queues for hours, hoping to catch a glimpse of the deity. Key Points
ThePrintHow to make online donations to Ayodhya RAM Temple directly via Paytm, Google Pay?
Donations to Shri RAM Janmbhoomi temple in Ayodhya can be made through the website of Shri RAM Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Alternatively, donations can also be made directly via GooglePay and Paytm without visiting the website or entering bank details. Key Points
mintWhy BJP govt in Haryana is so kind to rapist-murderer Dera chief Gurmeet RAM Rahim, out on parole again
This is the seventh time RAM Rahim Singh has walked out of jail in the past two years, and the ninth since his conviction in 2017. In 2022 and 2023, Singh came out of jail on six occasions. Key Points
ThePrintWorld hails India's 'momentous step in civilisational journey'
The monumental moment of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya invoked pride and saw celebrations around the world. As the world sees India engrossed in a wave of devotion and pride, the world sees the inauguration of RAM Mandir in Ayodhya, as a sign of India's resilience, cultural richness, and rising global influence. Key Points
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More pics of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif from Ayodhya surface online
Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif attended the RAM Mandir ceremony with their respective spouses – Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Here are some unseen pics. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesStory behind RAM Lalla’s smile: It was back to school for sculptor Arun Yogiraj
Yogiraj's wife, Vijetha, said that the proportion of facial features (eyes, nose, chin, lips, cheeks, etc.) is done according to Shilpa Shastra—the sacred scripture of the sculpting world. Key Points
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