New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Char Dham Yatra history holds a prominent place in Hindu culture as a spiritual journey to the four most sacred sites in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. This pilgrimage is not only about faith but also carries a deep historical and cultural resonance that dates back centuries. It’s a profound journey that has inspired countless devotees, enriching India’s spiritual heritage. The origins of the Char Dham Yatra …
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Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Singer Kailash Kher took to his social media handle and treated his Insta family with a throwback picture from his younger days.The photo had a young Kailash Kher holding a guitar, most likely in the middle of a practise session.The singer captioned the post, “Low-key vibes, high-key soul”, followed by a guitar and sparkle emoji.Enjoying the nostalgia, a lot of users dropped red heart emoticons in the comment section of the post.Talking about his initial journey, Kailash …
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) As the portals of Kedarnath Dham opened on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon pilgrims visiting Uttarakhand to maintain cleanliness, support the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative by purchasing indigenous products, and adhere strictly to rules and regulations throughout the Char Dham Yatra. The opening of Kedarnath Dham took place amid Vedic chants and resonating cheers of “Har Har Mahadev”, marking a key moment in the annual pilgrimage season and allowing d…
Kedarnath, April 22 (IANS) The portals of Kedarnath Dham were opened on Wednesday amid Vedic chants and resounding cheers of “Har Har Mahadev”, marking a significant moment in the annual pilgrimage calendar and allowing devotees to offer prayers at one of Hinduism’s most revered shrines. The temple was adorned with nearly 51 quintals of flowers, creating a vibrant and spiritually charged atmosphere ahead of the ceremonial opening.The Indian Army band performed Lord Shiva’s aarti as priests condu…
Rudraprayag, April 22 (IANS) The portals of Kedarnath Dham are set to open on Wednesday, marking a significant moment in the annual pilgrimage season and allowing devotees to offer prayers at one of Hinduism’s most revered shrines. The temple has been elaborately decorated with nearly 51 quintals of flowers, creating a vibrant and spiritual atmosphere ahead of the opening ceremony.On April 20, the doli proceeded from Phata to Gaurikund, and on April 21, it began its final ascent toward Kedarna…
Agartala, April 21 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Tuesday that given the challenges the world faces today, India could play a meaningful role in sharing the universal values of Sanatan Dharma with the global community. Addressing the gathering after attending the temple ‘Pran Pratishtha’ and ‘Kumbhabhishekham’ ceremony of Maa Soundarya Chinmayi at Mohanpur near Tripura’s capital Agartala, the RSS supremo without naming any world leader remarked that despite …
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to Adi Shankaracharya on his Jayanti, recalling the philosopher’s timeless teachings of Advaita Vedanta (non-dualism) and their continuing influence on spiritual thought and human values. Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, “On the sacred occasion of Adi Shankaracharya Jayanti, paying homage to one of India’s greatest spiritual luminaries. His profound teachings, thoughts and philosophy of Advaita Vedanta cont…
Khandwa, April 17 (IANS) The five-day ‘Ekatma Parv’ began at Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh on Friday, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav formally inaugurating the religious event at the presence of Dwarka Peethadhishwar, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Sadanand Saraswati and several other saints and spiritual leaders from across the country. During the inauguration, Chief Minister Yadav performed Vedic rituals, offered tributes to Adi Shankaracharya, and presented an ‘angavastra’ and a statue of the…
Mumbai, April 17 (IANS) Padma Shri singer Kailash Kher has treated the music lovers with another melodious rendition, “Jogi”, which is a soulful tribute to Bhakti and Sanatan Dharma. Deeply rooted in the Bhakti tradition, “Jogi” is a heartfelt rendition inspired by ancient folk poetry and spiritual wisdom. The music video is also a visual tribute to Adi Shankaracharya and traces his legendary journey and the establishment of the sacred Mathas. Additionally, it further honours the living guru…
Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh), April 17 (IANS) Positioning Madhya Pradesh as a global hub of spiritual learning, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday said the ‘Acharya Shankar Prakatotsav – Ekatma Parv’ will connect ancient Indian philosophy with contemporary global challenges.“It is a matter of great privilege and a deeply spiritual experience for me to participate in the ‘Ekatma Parv,’ which honours Adi Guru Shankaracharya and spreads the universal message of Advaita Vedanta,” Yadav s…