Ayodhya celebrations
Ayodhya Ram Temple Flag Hoisting Ceremony: PM Modi to Attend Historic Event on November 25, 2025
Nov 15, 2025 03:05 pm CST
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has announced a ceremonial flag hoisting at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on November 25, 2025, coinciding with Lord Ram's traditional wedding day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the event, which will feature rituals conducted by 108 Acharyas and elaborate decorations of all subsidiary temples. Temple construction is nearly complete, with current focus on beautification of the premises.
BJP Labels Akhilesh Yadav "Enemy of Sanatanis" Over Controversial Diwali Expenditure Remarks
Oct 20, 2025 01:53 pm CST
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has denounced Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav as an "enemy of sanatanis" following Yadav's controversial comments comparing Diwali celebrations with Christmas illuminations. The row erupted after Yadav questioned the Uttar Pradesh government's expenditure on diyas during Ayodhya's Deepotsav, suggesting they learn from global Christmas decorations instead. BJP leaders claim these remarks insult Hindu traditions and threaten the livelihoods of traditional lamp-makers from the Prajapati community.