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Why Did Sita Laugh After Rama Defeated Ravana?

What if Rama's victory over Ravana was not the end of the battle? What if another, even more powerful Ravana was still alive? The Adbhuta Ramayana tells a fascinating story about a thousand-headed Ravana, a battle that leaves Lord Rama unconscious, and Goddess Sita revealing a form of divine power…

MyLifeXP · 5h ago

Ayodhya Ram temple: Construction work nearing completion, handed over to Trust, says chairman Nripendra Misra

A total of 148 of the 150 construction works in the Ram temple complex in Ayodhya have been completed.The remaining work focuses on the outer enclosure, which was delayed due to rain. The temple's lighting is targeted for completion by November 15 in preparation for Diwali. Additionally, the committee is…

The Economic Times · 6h ago

Who Laid Ayodhya's Foundation Before Lord Ram Was Born?

Ayodhya is remembered as the birthplace of Lord Ram, but the story of this sacred city begins long before his birth. Ancient Hindu texts describe a royal lineage that stretches back through Surya Dev, Vaivasvata Manu and King Ikshvaku. But who was the king associated with the beginning of the…

MyLifeXP · Oct 12

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Akhilesh Yadav hits back at Adityanath's Ayodhya dare, says Pawan Pandey enough to defeat BJP

Akhilesh Yadav contested Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's dare to contest from the Ayodhya assembly constituency. He expressed confidence in his party's candidate, Pawan Pandey, to challenge the BJP. Yadav highlighted the perceived insecurity of Adityanath regarding his election ticket. The exchange signifies increasing tensions as the upcoming assembly elections approach…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

3 Kings Who Challenged the Gods and Broke Every Rule

What if a human being refused to accept the limits placed on mortality? What if a king became so powerful that sages were forced to carry him, or a powerful ruler became so devoted that Lord Vishnu himself was believed to stand guard at his door? Hindu mythology preserves fascinating…

MyLifeXP · Oct 8

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh bats for Sanskrit, Vedic mathematics in schools

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has voiced strong support for integrating Sanskrit and Vedic mathematics into the educational curriculum. He called for Vedic mathematics to be mandatory for students should Yogi Adityanath secure another term as Chief Minister.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Ayodhya Ram temple staff to undergo 100 per cent police verification, character checks

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust decides to conduct 100 percent verification of all staff working at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The security measures will include police verification, character certificates and detailed family information. The decision will be applicable to all members of the trust. As part of the…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

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CM Adityanath says 'Ramdrohi' will create confusion over Sanatan glory, calls for unity

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a gathering at Gorakhnath temple on Ram temple construction. He emphasized the significance of unity among followers of Sanatan Dharma traditions and sects. Adityanath recalled the involvement of Mahant Digvijay Nath in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and the strategy behind Ram Lalla's installation.…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Ashok Singhal: A life devoted to the service of Bharat

No mention of Ashok-ji is complete without recalling his pivotal role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Who can forget his address at VHP's Boat Club rally in New Delhi in April 1991? Or the defining image of an injured and bleeding Ashok-ji after a police lathi blow in October 1990…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

Ram temple donations pilfered during counting process, 105 instances caught on CCTV: SIT

A Special Investigation Team has unveiled a significant case of embezzlement involving donations meant for the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The investigation has produced a chargesheet documenting 105 instances of illicit cash withdrawal recorded on CCTV. Eight suspects have been apprehended and are in judicial custody, while additional witnesses are…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Akhilesh Yadav slams 'bulldozer action' in Ayodhya, promises compensation if Samajwadi Party returns to power

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav admonished the recent demolition drive in Ayodhya by the Uttar Pradesh Government and alleged that poor families are being uprooted and deprived of their homes and livelihood. He promised to compensate them if his party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh. Yadav said he never…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra takes charge as first CEO of Ayodhya Ram temple trust

Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retired) has taken charge as the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya. Appointed on September 2, Mishra's selection followed a multi-stage process involving 5,585 applicants. The appointment comes amid an administrative restructuring aimed at strengthening the Trust's functioning.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

SIT to file chargesheet in Ram temple donations theft case by Sep 25: Supreme Court told

The SIT probing alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will file its first chargesheet by September 25, the Supreme Court was told on Monday. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said the 90-day period from the first arrest would expire that day, making a chargesheet necessary to avoid…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

Judicial custody of 8 accused in Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft case extended till Sep 21

Eight accused in the Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft case remain in judicial custody. Their custody has been extended by the court until September twenty-first. Investigators have recovered nearly eighty lakh rupees in connection with the alleged embezzlement. Most accused were bank employees involved in counting cash offerings. The court…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

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Amitabh Bachchan buys Rs 15 crore land in Ayodhya, plans 20-plus room dharamshala in memory of father Harivansh Rai Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan plans a memorial dharamshala in Ayodhya for his father. The proposed building will feature over twenty rooms on acquired land. The Ayodhya Development Authority is currently reviewing the submitted building layout. Public feedback is invited for fifteen days before final approval is granted. Construction is expected to commence…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Amitabh Bachchan plans 20-room dharamshala in Ayodhya named after father Harivansh Rai Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan has submitted a building plan for a new dharamshala. This facility will be named after his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan. The proposed dharamshala will offer accommodation and organized facilities to visiting devotees. Ayodhya Development Authority is reviewing the submitted building plan for approval. This initiative contributes to the…

MyLifeXP · Sep 14

Did Common People Speak Sanskrit in Ram’s Time?

Lord Ram and Lord Krishna are heard to speak Sanskrit on TV shows and movies and even in devotional stories. Their books are written in Sanskrit too; hence, it is reasonable to assume that Sanskrit must have been their language of communication as well. However, there is one important point…

MyLifeXP · Sep 11

Why Sage Agastya Gave Rama These Powerful Weapons

What if some of the most powerful weapons in the Ramayana were placed in Lord Rama’s hands long before his final battle with Ravana? During his meeting with Sage Agastya, Rama received extraordinary divine weapons connected with Vishnu, Brahma and Indra. But the real mystery is not simply how powerful…

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MyLifeXP · Sep 7

Why Is Lord Ram Worshipped as a King in Orchha?

Imagine entering a temple where Lord Ram is not treated only as a deity, but is traditionally regarded as the king of Orchha. Here, the royal connection is so strong that the temple follows traditions associated with a ruler, including ceremonial honours. This extraordinary tradition belongs to Ram Raja Temple…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Ram temple donation theft: Court extends judicial custody of 8 accused

A court in Ayodhya on Saturday extended until September 18 the judicial custody of eight accused arrested in an alleged Ram temple donation theft case, their lawyer said. The accused, linked to the temple’s donation-counting process, were arrested after an FIR was filed following a preliminary SIT investigation.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Responsibility of Ram temple now on my shoulders: Trust CEO Jeetendra Mishra

Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has officially assumed the role of the inaugural chief executive officer of the Ram temple trust, shouldering the significant task of temple administration. Following an administrative revamp by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, his leadership is pivotal for enhancing both the operational and financial…

MyLifeXP · Sep 4

Did Ram Really Abandon Sita? The Ancient Story Explained

What if one of the most famous separations in Indian tradition was never described as a divorce at all? The story of Rama and Sita has been told for generations as a story of love, sacrifice, duty and dharma. Yet their later separation raises a difficult question that feels surprisingly…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Ram temple trust's new CEO holds first meeting with members in Ayodhya

Air Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra attended his first meeting as the Ram temple trust's new chief executive officer. He was briefed on the trust's accounting and administrative arrangements at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Kshetra office. The trust members formally introduced themselves to the new CEO during this introductory meeting. New…

MyLifeXP · Sep 1

How Shani Dev’s Gaze Changed Dasharath’s Destiny

Imagine a king flying through the sky to stop a cosmic danger, only to suddenly lose everything beneath him. This dramatic story begins with a frightening prediction. According to a traditional narrative, Shani Dev’s entry into Rohini Nakshatra was believed to bring severe consequences for the earth, including famine and…

MyLifeXP · Aug 29

Why Ram and Sita Were Always Inside Hanuman Ji’s Heart

Why did Hanuman Ji tear open his chest and reveal Lord Ram and Mata Sita within his heart? Most people know the famous image, but very few stop to ask a deeper question: how did Ram and Sita become so deeply connected to Hanuman Ji in the first place? The…

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