Seer praises relocation of meat shops ahead of Ardh Kumbh in Haridwar, calls it essential for spiritual sanctity

IANS | April 3, 2026 2:02 PM

Haridwar, April 3 (IANS) A prominent seer, Acharya Ayodhya Prasad Shastri has welcomed the proposed decision to relocate all raw meat shops operating within the city's urban limits to Sarai village on the outskirts ahead of the upcoming Ardh Kumbh, saying the move will help preserve the spiritual sanctity of the holy city and ensure an environment conducive to religious practices.

May brotherhood and hope guide us all: PM Modi on Good Friday

IANS | April 3, 2026 8:44 AM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the solemn occasion of Good Friday, stated that the day serves as a reminder of the immense sacrifice made by Jesus Christ. He also expressed hope that the occasion would strengthen the values of harmony, compassion, and forgiveness in society.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits Kedarnath Dham, discusses Char Dham Yatra preparations

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:38 PM

Dehradun, April 2 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was paid a courtesy visit on Thursday by the 'Rawal' (head priest) of Kedarnath Dham, Shri Shri Shri 1008 Bhimashankar Ling, who also bestowed his blessings upon him and prayed for the prosperity and well-being of the state.

From 15-foot sand sculpture to 7,000 kg laddu: Hanuman Jayanti celebrated with great fervour nationwide

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:30 PM

Mumbai/Surat, April 2 (IANS) A 15-foot sand sculpture of Lord Hanuman and a 7,000 kg 'laddu' were among the highlights as the country, on Thursday, celebrated Hanuman Jayanti. People, in various parts of the country, visited temples in large number to offer prayers to Lord Hanuman.

Pakistan: Protests held against court's verdict upholding Christian girl's forced conversion

IANS | April 2, 2026 4:04 PM

Islamabad, April 2 (IANS) Christians, rights advocates and civil society members in Pakistan held protests against a federal court judgement upholding the forced conversion of a Christian girl by a Muslim man, local media reported.

'Great fortune': Students of Ayodhya Gurukul on Gautam Adani's visit

IANS | April 2, 2026 2:50 PM

Ayodhya, April 2 (IANS) Students of an Ayodhya Gurukul, visited by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday after offering prayers at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, termed their interaction with him as "a moment of pride and encouragement".

Hanuman Jayanti celebrated with devotion across India; temples witness large gatherings

IANS | April 2, 2026 11:11 AM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Devotees across India celebrated Hanuman Jayanti with great devotion and enthusiasm on Thursday, offering prayers at temples and participating in special rituals to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman.

May Hanuman Jayanti bring new energy, vigour into everyone's life: PM Modi

IANS | April 2, 2026 8:56 AM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Hanuman Jayanti greetings to the countrymen on Thursday and wished for the continued progress of the nation.

Youth will get to know about India's culture: Jain community hails inauguration of Samrat Samprati Museum in Gujarat

IANS | March 31, 2026 4:47 PM

Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Members of the Jain community and followers of Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj, on Tuesday, expressed their happiness on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit here and hailed the inauguration of Samrat Samprati Museum on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.

Many ruled 'Delhi' but only PM Modi ruling 'hearts of people': Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj

IANS | March 31, 2026 1:07 PM

Gandhinagar, March 31 (IANS) Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that while many have ruled Delhi, only he has truly ruled the hearts of the people.

Religion

Seer praises relocation of meat shops ahead of Ardh Kumbh in Haridwar, calls it essential for spiritual sanctity

May brotherhood and hope guide us all: PM Modi on Good Friday

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits Kedarnath Dham, discusses Char Dham Yatra preparations

From 15-foot sand sculpture to 7,000 kg laddu: Hanuman Jayanti celebrated with great fervour nationwide

Pakistan: Protests held against court's verdict upholding Christian girl's forced conversion

'Great fortune': Students of Ayodhya Gurukul on Gautam Adani's visit

Hanuman Jayanti celebrated with devotion across India; temples witness large gatherings

May Hanuman Jayanti bring new energy, vigour into everyone's life: PM Modi

Youth will get to know about India's culture: Jain community hails inauguration of Samrat Samprati Museum in Gujarat

Many ruled 'Delhi' but only PM Modi ruling 'hearts of people': Acharya Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj

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