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Consecration rituals begin at Ram temple in Ayodhya

Ayodhya Ram Mandir: There are 121 “acharyas” who are conducting the rituals and Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid is overseeing, coordinating and directing all proceedings of the “anushthan”

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BJP in Kerala seeks to make political issue from campaign against K.S. Chithra for urging believers to light lamps to mark Ayodhya Ram Temple consecration

BJP in Kerala has sought to make a political issue of the social media criticism faced by noted playback singer K.S. Chithra for urging believers to light lamps and offer prayer at their homes to mark the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22.

The Hindu

‘Has to be built’: The temple at the heart of Modi’s India re-election bid

For Modi’s BJP, the Ram Mandir, built on the ruins of the demolished Babri Masjid, represents a promise fulfilled.

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Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration ceremony | Classical Indian instruments to be played; musicians from across India will perform

‘Pran Pratishtha’ at Ram temple in Ayodhya will begin at 12.20 p.m. and is expected to be completed by 1 p.m.

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Idol of Ram Lalla sculpted by Mysuru's Arun Yogiraj selected for installation at Ram temple: temple trust

A new idol of Ram Lalla sculpted by Mysuru-based Arun Yogiraj has been selected for installation at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, temple trust’s general secretary Champat Rai

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Divine moment or political gimmick? India gears up to inaugurate huge Hindu temple

Modi government’s consecration of Ram Mandir on eve of elections denounced by opposition

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Uttar Pradesh: Transgender sadhus take holy dip at Prayagraj, leave for Ayodhya

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti festival, which holds great significance for the Hindu community, transgender sadhus took a holy dip at Prayagraj Sangam in Uttar Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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M.P. govt declares Jan 22 as 'dry' day to mark Ayodhya temple consecration

Bhopal BJP government declares January 22 as a 'dry' day in Madhya Pradesh to celebrate Lord Ram's temple consecration.

The Hindu

BJP leaders take part in temple cleaning drive across the country

The initiative by the ruling party focuses on temples and the surrounding locality.

The Hindu

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CPI(M) perceives lack of enthusiasm among minorities for Congress in Kerala

The CPI(M) State committee meeting in Thiruvananthapuram discusses the impact of Congress's decision to boycott the Ram Temple consecration in Ayodhya on minority communities in Kerala.

The Hindu

Will most likely go to Ayodhya with my wife: Deve Gowda

JD(S) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda likely to attend Ram temple opening in Ayodhya, welcomes CM Siddaramaiah's decision.

The Hindu

Ayodhya mosque to be ‘better than the Taj Mahal’

Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation, the trust overseeing the construction of the mosque in Ayodhya, aims at building one of India’s biggest mosques, which will host the world’s biggest Quran

The Hindu

Chief Minister criticises BJP for playing politics over January 22 event

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has criticized the BJP for “playing politics” over the scheduled January 22 event and trying to use the inauguration of Ram Temple to play politics. He said that the Congress has not opposed the Ram Temple or installing of Sri Ram statue at Ayodhya. It is only…

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Ramanandi akharas vs Ram temple trust: Inside the battle to control the Mandir

A change of guard in the Ram temple’s management – from the traditional system of sadhus and mahants to the central government nominated trust – has triggered perhaps an unforeseen succession battle over the claim of the right to conduct worship. After all, it’s the first time in Ayodhya’s history…

The Hindu

Uddhav Thackeray demands Ayodhya Ram temple consecration ceremony be performed by President Murmu

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demanded that the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya be performed by President Droupadi Murmu as it is a matter of “national pride and country’s self-respect”.

The Hindu

Mauritius grants special break to officials for Ram temple inauguration

Mauritian Government has decided to grant a one-off special leave for two hours to public servants of the Hindu faith to attend prayers marking the “landmark” inauguration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22.

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Ayodhya set to become one of the world’s most prominent tourist destinations, says U.P. CM

Ayodhya set to become a prominent global tourist destination after the consecration ceremony at Ram Temple.

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Lord Ram, from ‘mandir’ to the more important ‘rajya’

Building the Ram Temple is a landmark achievement, but it is not the only important thing, as Lord Ram is more than that

The Hindu

Lord Ram has chosen PM Modi to build his temple: L.K. Advani

L.K. Advani praises PM Modi as a devoted disciple of Lord Ram and reflects on the transformative Ram Rath Yatra.

The Hindu

Ram temple consecration ceremony invitation extended to President Droupadi Murmu

A delegation representing the Ram Temple Trust called on President Droupadi Murmu and formally invited her to attend the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22.

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More than lord Ram, Narendra Modi is visible in Ayodhya: RJD veteran Shivanand Tiwari

RJD leader criticizes PM Modi's involvement in Ayodhya Ram Temple, accusing him of erasing achievements of marginalized groups.

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Ramotsav 2024: CM Yogi instructs officials to ensure complete arrangements for devotees in Ayodhya

In line with the preparations for the upcoming events in Ayodhya, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has assigned tasks to officers to ensure complete accommodation arrangements for the devotees. Read further on Dynamite News

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For decades, the Congress has waffled about the Ram temple. Not much has changed

It’s tough to be a Congress supporter these days.

The Hindu

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to visit Ayodhya after January 22

Ram Mandir: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to visit Ayodhya after January 22. He told mediapersons in Shivamogga on January 12 that he is a devotee of Lord Ram

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