How temple tourism competes head on with beach tourism
A boom in spiritual tourism is gathering strength in India. Tourism ministry data shows over 60% of tourism in India is in the religious and spiritual tourism category. Ministry data also suggests that economies surrounding places of worship in India raked in close to Rs 1.3 lakh crore in 2022, up from Rs 65,070 crore in 2021. Key Points
Economic TimesEven better days await hotel sector, claims Indian Hotels MD & CEO Puneet Chhatwal
“It is a great opportunity for India because as we may be a young country, but we have the oldest history. I think spirituality will be a key differentiator for the generations to come and nobody has that kind of spiritual history like we have.” Key Points
Economic Timesspiritual Tourism is the new buzzword on D-St! Don’t ignore these 6 stocks for your long term portfolio
The emerging industry of spiritual tourism, which focuses on inner peace and connection with the divine, has gained popularity, especially after COVID-19. The Ayodhya Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is expected to become a hub for spiritual tourism, attracting thousands of visitors daily. The government's efforts to revive tourism sites and the contribution of tourism to India's GDP make it an attractive sector for investors. Stocks in sectors such as hotels, travel, telecom, and infrastructure are expected to benefit from the growth of spiritual tourism. Key Points
Economic Times“Women don’t need to be empowered, they embody power” Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati
Saraswati came to India as a young backpacker. Little did she know she would spend the rest of her life here, transforming the lives of million. Key Points
Hindustan TimesRam Mandir Pran Pratishthan: How Shaligram stone Ram Lalla will be transformed into a divine entity
In Ayodhya, the impending inauguration of the Ram Temple on January 22 brings historical significance. Amidst the anticipation, understanding the spiritual depth of 'Pran Prathishta' in Hindu temple rituals becomes paramount. This sacred consecration ritual breathes life into the idol, infusing it with divine energy through meticulous rituals performed by skilled priests. ' Key Points
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Karnataka: Barack Obama, Dalai Lama to visit Mandya in December
Former US president Barack Obama and Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama will lay the foundation stone of the International Yoga and Meditation center that is being built by US surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthys family in their hometown Hallegere. Key Points
Economic TimesInner Realm: Is there a spiritual significance to speaking in tongues?
Researcher coined the term "xenoglossy" to refer to cases where people speak languages they have never learned. Case of Uttara is example. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSigns that you are in spiritual love
Spiritual love is true love without expectations. It is not need-based but is based on a sense of oneness. Here are signs that you are in spiritual love Key Points
Hindustan TimesDecoding the sect that has swayed Maha
Over 10 lakh followers of spiritual leader Appasaheb Dharmadhikari gathered in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, to witness Union Home Minister Amit Shah confer the Maharashtra Bhushan award on the 77-year-old. Tragically, 14 of his followers died from heat stroke. The event, which was also attended by political leaders, saw criticism of the government's handling of the tragedy. Dharmadhikari, who has a following of millions, has not publicly addressed the incident. The spiritual leader's father founded Shree Samarth Prasadik Aadhyatmik Seva Samiti, which has carried out social good works in the region since the 1940s. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesJain monk Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj dies at 77, PM recalls his 'valuable efforts'
Renowned Jain monk Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj died at the age of 77 on Sunday after undertaking 'sallekhna', a religious practice involving voluntary fasting unto death. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called his death an "irreparable loss". Key Points
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Sadhguru, recovering after brain surgery, shares health update from hospital
Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev shared on X, formerly Twitter, that he is recovering and shared visuals of him reading a newspaper. He underwent brain surgery, the Isha Foundation announced on March 20. Key Points
India TodayVideo of Dalai Lama asking minor boy to 'suck his tongue' sparks row
A widely circulated video shows the Dalai Lama kissing a minor boy and then asking him to ‘suck his tongue’. The video of the Tibetan spiritual leader has sparked a row. Key Points
India TodayAngel Numbers list and their meaning: Decode mystical messages
Angel numbers can appear in various everyday situations, such as receipts, license plates, clocks, bank statements, or invoices. The frequent occurrence of angel numbers is often seen as a sign from the spiritual universe, guiding and supporting you on your journey. Key Points
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