Ravan Dahan
Chaotic Scenes at Rajasthan Ram Leela: Abandoned Hanuman Actor and Failed Ravan Effigy Burning
Oct 04, 2025 01:44 am CST
Multiple Ram Leela performances across Rajasthan faced unexpected challenges during Dussehra celebrations, including crowd chaos in Ajmer where a Lord Hanuman actor was left stranded, and a record-attempting 221-foot Ravan effigy in Kota that failed to burn due to rain-caused technical issues.
Violent Clash Erupts at JNU Campus During Durga Idol Immersion: ABVP and Left Groups Trade Accusations
Oct 03, 2025 09:32 am CST
A confrontation between ABVP and Left-affiliated student groups occurred at JNU during a Durga idol immersion procession, with both sides making serious allegations. While ABVP claims their religious procession was attacked with stone-pelting, Left organizations accuse ABVP of using the Ravan Dahan event to promote Islamophobia by depicting former students Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam as Ravan, escalating tensions on campus.
President Murmu Highlights Operation Sindoor as Symbol of Victory Over Terrorism at Red Fort Dussehra Celebration
Oct 03, 2025 01:16 am CST
President Droupadi Murmu attended Delhi's Red Fort Dussehra celebrations where she symbolically initiated the Ravan Dahan ceremony, drawing parallels between the traditional defeat of evil and the Indian armed forces' Operation Sindoor against terrorism. Despite rainfall, crowds gathered to witness this significant cultural event that represents both external triumph over evil and the importance of internal transformation.
Enhanced Security Measures Across Bareilly Division: Drones and Forces Deployed Ahead of Dussehra
Oct 02, 2025 02:05 pm CST
Security forces have implemented comprehensive measures across Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Pilibhit, and Budaun districts, deploying police, PAC, and RAF personnel alongside drone surveillance for Dussehra celebrations following recent unrest. Authorities have arrested 81 individuals connected to the September 26 violence triggered by protests over the 'I Love Muhammad' poster controversy.