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Why Was Abhimanyu Allowed to Enter the Chakravyuh Without Full Knowledge?

Abhimanyu’s story stands as one of the most heartbreaking episodes of the Mahabharata. Ancient texts and traditional scholars describe him as courageous, skilled, and filled with promise, yet he entered the deadly Chakravyuh without knowing the path of escape. This moment raises a powerful question about guidance and responsibility. From…

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"Lotus-shaped Chakravyuh has trapped India": LoP Rahul Gandhi on Union Budget

Drawing parallels from the Mahabharata, the Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party over the Union Budget. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Lok Sabha polls: BJP appoints in-charges, co-in-charges for States and UTs

Lok Sabha polls 2024: Haryana leaders O.P. Dhankar and Captain Abhimanyu have been made in-charges for Delhi and Assam, respectively.

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HC orders reconstruction of missing documents in Abhimanyu case

Kerala High Court orders reconstruction of missing prosecution documents in Abhimanyu murder case at Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court.

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A.P. Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy is neither ‘Arjuna’ nor ‘Abhimanyu’, but ‘Bhasmasura’, alleges TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu

A.P. Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy is neither ‘Arjuna’ nor ‘Abhimanyu’, but ‘Bhasmasura’, observes TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu. The YSRCP government has made Andhra Pradesh number one in farmer suicides in the last five years, alleges the TDP supremo at the ‘Raa Kadali Raa’ public meeting. He also alleges that…

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Howdah elephant Abhimanyu likely to be eased from combing duties

Forest Dept. to rest Howdah elephant Abhimanyu from combing ops due to death of Arjuna. Abhimanyu is also responsible for carrying 750kg golden howdah during Mysuru Dasara. Change of guard complex process, takes years. Abhimanyu has been part of Dasara for 25 yrs. Arjuna & Abhimanyu formed formidable force for…

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Meet the legendary elephants of Mysuru Dasara

Mysuru Dasara's beloved elephants, Arjuna, Balarama, Drona, Gopalaswamy, Srirama & Gajendra, have all passed away in tragic circumstances. Arjuna carried the golden howdah between 2012-19 & Balarama from 1999-2011. Drona carried it for 18 yrs & Gopalaswamy had all the qualities to take over from Arjuna. All were stars in…

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Challenging tasks ahead for most camp elephants

Elephants returning from Mysuru Dasara face a more challenging task: jungle patrol, combing ops in man-animal conflict, & carrying the golden howdah. Abhimanyu & Arjuna are indispensable in tiger capture & subduing wild elephants. Dhananjaya & Mahendra are training for howdah duty. Gopalaswamy, a promising elephant, was killed in a…

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Dasara elephants bid adieu to Mysuru, head back to jungle camps

The caparisoned elephants were not only the cynosure of all eyes during the procession, but the loudest cheer were reserved for them in the nearly 3-hour-long procession that marks the Jamboo Savari (procession of elephants).

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Elephants set to depart after shoring up Mysuru Dasara

14 elephants from jungle camp, brought to Mysuru for Dasara, to be accorded ceremonial send-off. Underwent rigorous training, fed special diet to gain weight & strength. Abhimanyu gained 300kg, Bhima 500kg, Mahendra 305kg, Dhananjaya 240kg, Gopi 240kg, Kanjan 265kg & Vijaya 15kg. Mahouts given free ride to see city lights.…

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A dazzling display of State’s art and culture

At Mysuru's Dasara, 150 participants, 49 tableaux, 88 cultural troupes, 750-kg golden howdah, and Chandrayaan-3 model showcased. Crowds jostled for space to view the procession, which included art, culture, heritage, forest & wildlife, tourism, and govt schemes.

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It’s curtains for grand Mysuru Dasara

The procession concluded at Bannimantap around 7.30 p.m. Mysuru Dasara-2023 ends with grand Jamboo Savari, showcasing art, culture & tradition of the land, drawing huge crowds to witness the iconic finale.

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Tourists flow into Mysuru as the heritage city prepares for grand Dasara finale

Mysuru is ready for the grand Dasara finale, with tourists flocking to witness the spectacle. Abhimanyu, carrying the 750-kilo golden howdah, will be the highlight of the procession. 49 tableaux showcasing the State's culture and tradition will be part of the show. The Chief Minister will flag off the procession…

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Rehearsal of Dasara procession held at the palace

Mysuru's Dasara procession rehearsal conducted with 14 elephants led by Abhimanyu carrying golden howdah. Flowers showered on Abhimanyu. 50 tableaux, 100 cultural troupes to participate. Seating arrangements limited, entry confined to pass holders. Security stepped up. Torchlight parade to be held at Bannimantap. City brightly lit to enliven festive ambience.…

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Dasara: Abhimanyu carries wooden replica of golden howdah

Abhimanyu, lead tusker of Dasara jumbo squad, carried wooden replica of golden howdah during rehearsal for Jamboo Savari in Mysuru. Accompanied by 13 jumbos, Abhimanyu marched till Bannimantap & back. Wooden replica of howdah mounted after puja. DCF said health of all 14 elephants good & exercise of familiarizing them…

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₹15 crore Mysuru Dasara grant released, says Minister H.C. Mahadevappa

Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa said the State government has released ₹15 crore for the Mysuru Dasara-2023

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Second batch of Dasara jumbos arrive in Mysuru

The second batch of Dasara elephants joined the team of tusker Abhimanyu and eight jumbos in Mysuru on Monday.

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Abhimanyu enters quarterfinals as three other wrestlers lose in World Wrestling championship

Indian wrestlers Abhimanyu, Akash, Sandeep, and Sumit win opening-round bouts at UWW World Championships in Belgrade. Abhimanyu upsets world No.7 Ukraine's Ihor Nykyforuk 19-9.

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Tusker Abhimanyu carries weight with ease

Weight carrying rehearsal for Dasara elephants began in Mysuru on Fri, Sept 15. Abhimanyu, the lead elephant carrying the 750-kg golden howdah, carried nearly 600 kg of sand bags. Other tuskers in the team also carried weight as a standby. The rehearsal will continue until the festivities to familiarise the…

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Weight rehearsal for jumbos likely to start from Friday

Weight carrying practice for Dasara elephants to start from Sept 15; 8 jumbos led by Abhimanyu acclimatised to procession route. Sand bags mounted on their back during session; weight gradually increased to equal howdah weight. Dept to decide roles of Nishane Ane, Naupat Ane & Pattada Ane. Second batch of…

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Dasara elephants begin their routine training

A week after their arrival in Mysuru for the festivities, the Dasara elephants began their routine training on Friday, as they were taken on the Jamboo Savari route till Bannimantap here. They marched on the route with their mahouts and kavadis amidst the watchful eyes of the forest officials.

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Weighing over five tonne, Abhimanyu is heaviest of Dasara elephants

The first batch of the nine Dasara elephants were weighed on Wednesday in the routine assessment in the run-up to the festivities to be held in October by which they are expected to gain weight.

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Dasara jumbos receive ceremonial reception at Mysore palace

Eight elephants welcomed to Mysuru Palace for Dasara festivities. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa, reps & officials greeted the jumbos at Jayamarthanda Gate. Flowers showered, rituals performed & cultural troupes performed. Minister distributed ration & kits to mahouts & kavadis. Tent school set up for children of mahouts during stay. Grand Dasara…

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Grand reception awaits Dasara jumbos at Mysuru palace on September 5

Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa to greet jumbos. Four elephants participating for first time, pregnancy test conducted. 750-kg golden howdah to be carried by Abhimanyu. Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa…

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Allocation of ₹30 crore sought for Mysuru Dasara, says Mahadevappa

Mysuru District Minister H.C. Mahadevappa announced ₹30 crore for grand Dasara celebrations in October. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre said Abhimanyu will carry the golden howdah and 14 elephants will undergo training for the finale. An investigation was ordered into the death of 'Ane' Venkatesh, and relief will be given to…

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