Bengaluru, June 12 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay arrived in Mangaluru on Friday to visit the famous Hindu pilgrimage centre, Kollur Mookambika Temple, in Karnataka’s Udupi district. Security has been tightened ahead of his visit to the famous temple.CM Vijay is scheduled to offer special prayers at the temple. In view of his visit, Karnataka Police have enhanced security arrangements in and around the temple premises. The entry of devotees has been temporarily restricted until Vi…
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Kolkata, June 8 (IANS) West Bengal’s Jagannath temple in Digha, East Midnapore district, will no longer be considered a ‘Dham’, one of the sacred pilgrimage sites of Hinduism. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced this on Tuesday, stating that the temple complex will now be known as ‘Shri Sri Jagannath Cultural Centre’. Adhikari said that BJP MP from Puri, Sambit Patra, had come as an envoy with a letter from Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.“The Chief Minister of Odisha …
Chamoli (Uttarakhand), June 4 (IANS) As part of “Operation Prahar,” an ongoing initiative aimed at preserving the sanctity and religious decorum of Badrinath Dham, the Uttarakhand Police have taken action against four Nepalese individuals who were found carrying prohibited non-vegetarian food items and liquor into the shrine area. Under the security and inspection protocols in place around Badrinath Dham, police personnel were conducting intensive vehicle checks in the area. During the opera…
Chamoli, June 4 (IANS) The Uttarakhand Police administration continues to serve pilgrims visiting Badrinath Dham with dedication, commitment, and a strong sense of public service. Devotees arriving at the revered Himalayan shrine have praised the police personnel for their efficient arrangements, security measures, and assistance, which have helped ensure a smooth and comfortable pilgrimage experience. Guided by the motto of ‘Service, Security, and Convenience,’ police personnel have been workin…
Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Renowned singer Kailash Kher seems to be on a religious journey this year. After offering prayers at Kedarnath Temple, he now visited the Badrinath Dham to seek divine blessings.Kher took to his official Instagram handle and published a couple of photos posing amidst the snow-clad mountains en route to the temple. The singer was seen wearing a Rudraksh mala, along with the chandan tilak on his forehead, both close symbols to Lord Shiva.He decided to caption the post with ju…
Badrinath Dham, May 8 (IANS) A joint cleanliness drive was conducted at the Badrinath Dham by personnel from the Police, ITBP, and SDRF on Friday under the pledge, “Clean Dham… Safe Dham.” During the campaign, the personnel carried out extensive cleaning of the temple premises, the Tapt Kund, the riverbanks, and surrounding areas, spreading the message of hygiene and cleanliness among devotees and visitors.In view of the continuously increasing number of pilgrims participating in the Char Dh…
Kedarnath, May 6 (IANS) The district administration has intensified eco-friendly and cleanliness measures along the Kedarnath Dham Yatra route by deploying modern waste management systems. Rudraprayag District Magistrate Vishal Mishra has urged pilgrims to actively support these cleanliness efforts. The district administration is making continuous efforts to ensure that the pilgrimage to Shri Kedarnath Dham remains clean, green, and environmentally sustainable. With a strong focus on sanitation …
Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Actress Shilpa Shirodkar used social media to rewind the clock and relive some precious moments from the 90s.Taking to her official Instagram handle, Shilpa dropped a couple of photographs of herself attending a live show in Indore. The pictures had Shilpa posing with the ‘Dhak Dhak’ girl, Madhuri Dixit.”Back in 90’s for a live show in Indore! #GoodOldDays (sic),” Shilpa penned on the photo-sharing app.In one of the photos, both Shilpa and Madhuri are posing with bouquets …
Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Musician Kailash Kher sought divine blessings at the revered Kedarnath Temple and also performed his powerful track ‘Bam Lahiri’ dedicated to Lord Shiva. Kailash shared a video of himself standing in front of the temple, surrounded by the snow-capped Himalayan mountains and an atmosphere charged with devotion. In the clip, the singer’s voice echoed through the temple as he crooned the number.For the caption, he wrote: “Mahadev ka dhaam, Pooran saare kaam. Jai Jai Ked…
New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian, played a foundational role in shaping the Char Dham Yatra and reviving key Hindu pilgrimage sites, including Badrinath and Kedarnath. His efforts not only restored sacred temples but also helped unify spiritual traditions across the Indian subcontinent. The origins of the Char Dham Yatra can be traced to Shankaracharya’s vision of creating a cohesive spiritual framework for Hindus. He established …