Latest Sanatan tradition News & Updates

Lucknow, July 1 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday hit out at the BJP, alleging that the ruling party’s priority is donations rather than the nation.Addressing a press conference at the SP headquarters here on his 53rd birthday, Akhilesh Yadav also announced that his party would soon roll out the ‘PDA Swabhiman Sahyog’ campaign through a QR code-based system.Under the initiative, he said, supporters will be encouraged to contribute a minimum of Rs 20 to help stre…

Guwahati, June 27 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that this year’s Ambubachi Mahayog witnessed a record footfall of more than eight lakh devotees at the revered Kamakhya Temple atop the Nilachal Hills, describing the gathering as a powerful reflection of Assam’s spiritual heritage and the enduring Sanatan tradition. In a post on social media, the Chief Minister wrote, “Jai Maa Kamakhya. On the sacred occasion of Ambubachi Mahayog 2026, the presence of over 8 lakh…

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Ahead of World Environment Day on June 5, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday appealed to the people of the state to actively participate in environmental conservation and strengthen efforts towards water preservation, river rejuvenation and tree plantation.In a message addressed to the people of Uttar Pradesh, the Chief Minister said that protecting nature is deeply rooted in India’s Sanatan tradition and should be viewed as a collective responsibil…

Ayodhya, May 30 (IANS) A row erupted after American-based historian Audrey Truschke challenged a social media post by the Ministry of Culture, which described a Harappan Pashupati seal as “Shiva-Pashupati”. Truschke claimed that the figure is that of an Eurasian deity “lord of animals”.Criticising the historian’s claim, Hindu seers in Ayodhya, on Saturday, alleged that it is an attempt to tarnish India’s history and culture and is “completely unacceptable”.Speaking to IANS, Mahant Sitaram Das Ma…

Patna, May 17 (IANS) The sacred town of Rajgir has once again transformed into a vibrant centre of devotion as the world-renowned Malmas (Purushottam) Fair commenced with grand rituals and spiritual enthusiasm on Sunday. The fair was formally inaugurated by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, who hoisted the ceremonial flag and performed rituals in accordance with Vedic traditions at the revered Brahmakund complex.The atmosphere resonated with Vedic chants, conch shell sounds, and chants of “…

Bhopal/Dhar, May 17 (IANS) A historic transformation was seen at the medieval Bhojshala complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday as hundreds of Hindu devotees gathered to initiate daily religious rituals. On Saturday, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) issued a formal order allowing the Hindu community to perform puja following the Madhya Pradesh High Court orders, which officially recognised the disputed Bhojshala Kamal Maula Mosque structure as an 11th-century Sanskrit learning centre …

Nashik, March 23 (IANS) Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad spokesperson Bhakti Charan Das Maharaj congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he became the longest-serving head of an elected government in the country, calling the milestone a reflection of stable and decisive leadership.Speaking to IANS in Nashik, Maharashtra, Maharaj extended his best wishes to the Prime Minister and described the achievement as a significant moment in the nation’s political journey.“Heartiest congratulati…

Varanasi, March 1 (IANS) Swami Avimukteshwaranand on Sunday announced a programme to march to Lucknow on March 11, stating that no response has been received from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath regarding issues related to cow protection.Addressing reporters in Varanasi, the Shankaracharya said, “We have not received any message from Yogi Adityanath, nor any indication that he is in a position to do anything for Gomata. In this situation, we have announced a programme to reach Luc…

Lucknow, Feb 10 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday asserted that the Babri mosque will never be built again, a remark that is set to invite protests and political heartburn in the Opposition camp. Yogi Adityanath, addressing a public meeting in UP’s Barabanki, said that the Modi government as well as his administration have stood firm and steadfast in walking the talk, and they strived to fulfil the Ram Mandir pledge that the BJP espoused for years. “Babri mosque …

New Delhi, Jan 3 (IANS) The annual Magh Mela 2026 is scheduled to begin on Saturday at the sacred Sangam in Prayagraj, with lakhs of devotees taking the first holy dip on the occasion of Paush Purnima. The 44-day-long religious congregation, held at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati, will continue until February 15, 2026, concluding on Maha Shivratri.Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath extended best wishes on the occaison. “Heartiest congratulations and be…