On December 14, a morning aarti was performed at a Hanuman Temple that was recently discovered in Sambhal. The temple was found during an anti-encroachment drive conducted by the district police and administration. The drive aimed to remove illegal constructions and recover public land that had been encroached upon. During the operation, the temple was uncovered, and the local community gathered to perform the morning prayers, showing their respect and devotion. The temple’s discovery has brought attention to the area, and efforts are being made to protect and maintain it while ensuring proper legal procedures are followed.
15 December,2024 10:58 AM IST
A decades-old temple has been reopened in tense Sambhal, found during anti-encroachment drive. The district administration on Saturday morning carried out an anti-encroachment drive in the Shahi Jama Masjid area. The district administration team visited Sambhal to check on the noise pollution through loudspeakers, the Sambhal District Magistrate (DM) said, adding that they found that there was electricity (power) theft in the area.
14 December,2024 11:06 PM IST
ISKCON Kolkata Vice President, Radharaman Das, has reported that an ISKCON center in Dhaka, Bangladesh, was set on fire by miscreants. The incident took place early in the morning, around 2-3 am. According to Radharaman Das, the attackers poured petrol and burned down the temple. The idol of Lakshminarayan was also vandalized during the attack. The entire temple was destroyed in the fire. This event is part of a larger concern about violence against minorities in Bangladesh. ISKCON, a religious organization, has expressed deep concern over the safety of its temples and followers in the region following this unfortunate incident.
08 December,2024 11:13 AM IST
SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia strongly criticized the AAP government in Punjab over the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar earlier today. He revealed alarming connections between the assailant, Narain Singh Chaura, and Congress. Majithia claimed that Chaura, a man with over 30 criminal cases against him, had been in the area for three days. Despite police claims of security, he was seen repeatedly approaching Badal. Majithia shared videos showing Chaura conducting surveillance in recent days. He further revealed that Chaura is the son of Channan Singh Chaura, whose other son, Narender Singh Bajwa, is closely associated with criminal Sukhi Randhawa. Majithia alleged that this family has ties to Congress, especially when the party is in power.
05 December,2024 11:31 AM IST
Arvind Kejriwal, AAP's national convenor, condemned the attempted shooting of former Deputy CM Sukhbir Badal in Punjab, praising the Punjab Police for preventing a major incident. He expressed concerns that a larger conspiracy is at play to destabilize Punjab and defame its people, involving powerful forces. Kejriwal contrasted Punjab's effective law and order with the crime situation in Delhi, highlighting rampant murders, shootouts, gangster control, drug sales, and rapes. He criticized the BJP for downplaying the severity of Delhi's crime issue, asserting that law and order in the capital is indeed a significant problem. Kejriwal emphasized the need for strong law enforcement to address these issues.
05 December,2024 10:08 AM IST
BJP spokesperson Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized the AAP government in Punjab, saying that since they came to power, the state's economic and law and order situations have worsened. He pointed out that crime rates, including murders, are at a high, and criminals feel more empowered. He also highlighted the recent shooting at the Golden Temple and the attack on former CM Sukhbir Singh Badal as signs of how bad the situation has become. Trivedi attributed this to internal conflicts within the AAP government between the unofficial and official CM. He also noted a significant drop in investment in Punjab, from Rs 23,000 crore in 2021-22 to just Rs 3,000 crore last year.
04 December,2024 03:45 PM IST
In a shocking incident on Wednesday morning, 4th December, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked outside the Golden Temple in Amritsar. While performing his duty as a ‘sevadar,’ Badal, who was sitting in a wheelchair with a fractured leg, was shot at by an assailant. The bullet missed, hitting a wall instead, and Badal escaped unhurt. The attacker, identified as Narain Singh Chaura, was quickly overpowered by people present at the scene and handed over to the police. Authorities have confirmed that security arrangements were in place, and the attacker’s attempt to cause harm was unsuccessful. Badal, who is serving a religious penance for alleged misdeeds during the SAD government, was offering ‘seva’ as part of a punishment issued by Sri Akal Takht Sahib. Holding a spear in one hand, Badal, in a blue 'sevadar' uniform, was at the entrance of the Golden Temple in his wheelchair, serving his punishment. The entire incident was caught on cam.
04 December,2024 11:29 AM IST
Actor Sonu Sood visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers. After the darshan, he shared that the idea for his upcoming film 'Fateh' began after he visited the temple. He emphasised that the film's journey started with Baba Mahakal's blessings, and now, as they begin the promotions for the film, it will start at the same sacred place. Sood expressed his hope that with the blessings of Mahakal, the film, which is set to release on January 10, will be successful.
03 December,2024 12:42 PM IST
A case has been filed against Chinmoy Krishna Das, accusing him of sedition for raising a flag on a stand that displayed Bangladesh’s national flag. The ISKCON priest is facing these charges after the incident, which has sparked outrage among Hindu leaders in Bangladesh. They are demanding his immediate release, arguing that the arrest is unfair. The controversy has caused tension, as many believe that the charges are politically motivated. Supporters of Chinmoy Krishna Das are calling for a quick resolution to the matter, while the case continues to unfold. Hindu leaders across the country are voicing their concerns over the treatment of the priest and the potential consequences for the community.
27 November,2024 07:32 PM IST
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Board (TTD) has decided that non-Hindu employees will no longer be allowed to work at the Tirupati temple. The board has asked these employees, around 300 people, to retire voluntarily. This decision has sparked a political debate. BJP leader Madhavi Latha supported the move, stating that only Hindus should be employed in temples. This has led to various reactions, with some agreeing with the decision and others opposing it. The change is seen as a significant shift in how the temple operates, and it has raised questions about religious identity and employment policies in religious institutions.
20 November,2024 02:32 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
