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Delhi honey trap case: Gurgaon MNC employee lured through online app, kidnapped and assaulted; Rs 70 lakh demanded, 6 arrested

In a shocking incident, a Gurgaon employee was reportedly lured into a honey trap and subsequently kidnapped by a couple in Delhi. The victim, Pawandeep Joshi, endured assault and was extorted for Rs 70 lakh. Thanks to diligent police tracking across states, he was finally rescued in Mathura. Authorities arrested…

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India's Nilgai: Why the Bluebull Antelope Is Destroying Crops and What the Data Shows

What the Nilgai Actually IsBoselaphus tragocamelus, the nilgai, is the largest antelope on the Asian continent, with adult males standing up to 1.5 metres at the shoulder and weighing as much as 300 kilograms. The name means "blue cow" in Hindi, and that etymology matters: the animal's bovine appearance gave…

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Radha Ashtami 2026: Why Devotees Celebrate This Sacred Day

This is one holy day that is celebrated in the honor of Radha Rani as she is the manifestation of divine love and devotion. The celebrations of Radha Ashtami will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The festival of Radha Ashtami is of great significance in the Braj region…

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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…

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6 Vande Bharat Train Routes Worth Booking for Scenic Views and Not Just for the Speed

Howrah to New Jalpaiguri, Tea Gardens and the Teesta ValleyThe Vande Bharat on the Howrah-New Jalpaiguri corridor covers roughly 564 kilometres, and for most of the journey north of Malda, the train moves through a Bengal that most passengers never see from the road. Paddy fields give way to jute…

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Anti-national forces harming India's unity will face consequences: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued a stern warning to disruptive elements. He invoked Lord Krishna's teachings on protecting righteousness and destroying evil. Adityanath stated that anti-national forces would face severe consequences for their actions. He emphasized that India's unity and faith remain protected by these ancient messages. The…

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Janmashtami 2026: Lord Krishna had a sister Yogamaya who was also born on the same ashtami night. She also has a connection with Delhi's Mehrauli and Vindhyavasini

Janmashtami 2026: Lord Krishna's birth story also includes Yogamaya, the divine girl regarded as his sister who was born on the same Ashtami night. Know the story of Yogamaya and her religious connection with Delhi's Yogmaya Temple in Mehrauli and Vindhyavasini Devi of Vindhyachal.

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5 Powerful Lessons From Krishna’s Life We Often Miss

What if the greatest lesson from Lord Krishna’s life is hidden in something as simple as his smile? Krishna’s story is filled with moments of separation, responsibility and struggle. He was born in a prison, separated from his parents, grew up away from his birthplace and eventually left behind the…

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How Was Balarama’s Birth Possible? Mythology Meets Science

What if a story written thousands of years ago described an event that sounds surprisingly familiar to modern science? The birth of Lord Balarama contains one of the most intriguing episodes in Krishna mythology. According to the Bhagavata Purana, Balarama was first present in Devaki’s womb before being transferred to…

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Janmashtami 2026 date and time: September 4 or 5? Check when Krishna Janmostsav will be celebrated in Bengal, Vrindavan, Gujarat and other cities in India

Janmashtami 2026 date in India: Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be celebrated onSeptember 4, not September 5. The confusion arises because the midnight birth celebration continues into September 5. Mathura, Vrindavan, Bengal and Gujarat will observe Janmashtami on September 4, while Vrindavan's Nandotsav and many Dahi Handi celebrations follow on September…

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Why Krishna Was Called Madhav, Not Just Madhusudan

Have you ever wondered why someone suddenly reminds you of your grandfather or looks exactly like their grandmother? It is a familiar experience. We often notice small traces of our ancestors in our faces, voices and even certain habits. Indian mythology also carries stories where lineage, memory and identity pass…

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Did Brahma Perform Radha Krishna’s Secret Wedding?

Deep in the sacred Braj region lies a place that carries one of the most intriguing stories associated with Radha and Krishna. It is Bhandirvan, near the Yamuna in Mathura district, traditionally revered as the place where their divine wedding took place. According to traditions associated with the Garga Samhita…

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Festive season alert: In Ghaziabad, 868 kg paneer & 170 kg khoya destroyed amid adulteration concerns

Food safety officials have intensified action against dairy product adulteration. Recent raids in Ghaziabad resulted in the destruction of paneer and khoya. This follows a major seizure of contaminated paneer and milk in Mathura. Authorities are conducting a nationwide campaign against food adulteration. Consumers are advised to check packaging and…

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Mathura tightens rules ahead of Krishna Janmabhoomi ‘karseva’

Mathura administration banned new religious traditions and illegal activities in Govardhan. This action follows Supreme Court and Allahabad High Court directions regarding the disputed site. Organizers announced 'karseva' for temple construction without obtaining necessary police permission. Police are stopping participants and sending them back to their respective police stations. Elaborate…

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Why Love Turned Into Hatred in the House of Kansa

Can one sentence change a loving brother into history's most feared tyrant? Before Kansa became the ruthless king remembered in the stories of Lord Krishna, he was known as a devoted brother who deeply loved his sister, Devaki. During her wedding, he personally drove her chariot, a rare gesture of…

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While Mayank Yadav was breaking speed guns in Zimbabwe, his father was quietly performing Govardhan Parikrama in Mathura

Mayank Yadav returned to international cricket with a wicket on his first ball. He bowled impressively at 149 kph after two years of injuries and rehabilitation. His father, Prabhu Yadav, was unaware of his son's success during a pilgrimage. Mayank's comeback proves his resilience and talent after multiple setbacks.

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Why Did God Let Devaki's Innocent Children Die Before Krishna Was Born?

We all know that Krishna was born behind the bars. Krishna’s parents Devaki and Vasudev were locked by King Kamsa, who was frightened by the prediction of his death by Vasudev and Devaki’s eighth child. But there is something in this story that still makes people wonder about it. Before…

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Mathura case: SC defers hearing; talks underway between Hindu litigants

The Supreme Court deferred the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute hearing. Hindu parties are currently engaged in discussions regarding their lead lawsuit. The court adjourned the matter until August 12 for further proceedings. This decision follows submissions about ongoing off-the-record talks between plaintiffs. Multiple petitions concerning the dispute are already…

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The Yamuna Is Sacred and Dying. What That Contradiction Reveals About Worship and Dharma

The river remembers what you called itYou have probably stood at a ghat and watched someone pour a plastic bag of marigolds into the water. You may have done it yourself. The flowers are an offering. The bag is not. But both go in, and the river takes them both,…

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6 Shani Temples Famous for Karma and Divine Justice

When life feels filled with unexpected struggles, many devotees turn to Lord Shani for guidance, justice, and inner strength. Known as the deity of karma and discipline, Lord Shani is believed to reward honest actions and correct wrongdoings. During periods like Sade Sati, Shani Dhaiya, or Shani Mahadasha, thousands of…

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Ghaziabad schools closed today: Classes up to 12 suspended due to heavy rain; IMD issues alert across Uttar Pradesh

Heavy rainfall has caused district administrations to close schools up to Class 12. Many school buses had already begun their morning routes after the announcement. The India Meteorological Department issued a heavy rainfall alert for many Uttar Pradesh districts. Authorities in Mathura and Hathras also declared school holidays due to…

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How an IITian-turned ‘guru’ built a following through YouTube and exploited women through Gandharva marriages in Mathura

Abhishek Mishra, also known as Adikarta Narayan Das, a former IIT Roorkee student, now a self-styled spiritual leader in Mathura, has been arrested for allegedly sexually exploiting women in his religious circle. Police claim he used social media to attract followers and manipulated women under the guise of spiritual practices,…

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5 Temples Where Lord Krishna Is Believed to Still Walk at Night

Across the sacred landscape of India, there are temples where devotion does not end when the final evening aarti is completed. In certain ancient Krishna temples, generations of priests and devotees have preserved mysterious beliefs that Lord Krishna still spiritually visits these holy places after nightfall. For millions of devotees,…

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Why Krishna Was Born in Prison According to Divine Strategy

The birth of Lord Krishna inside a prison cell in Mathura is one of the most dramatic and symbolically powerful moments in Hindu tradition. It is not just a story of captivity and escape, but a carefully layered narrative that carries spiritual, psychological, and philosophical meaning. According to the Bhagavata…

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Why Lord Krishna Never Slept Peacefully In Mathura

श्रीकृष्ण गोविन्द हरे मुरारे हे नाथ नारायण वासुदेव। Lord Krishna’s life in Mathura was not a phase of comfort. It was a phase of duty, danger, and constant responsibility. That is why, in a deeper sense, Krishna never truly slept peacefully in Mathura. After killing Kansa, Krishna did not step…

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