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President Murmu Offered Prayers at Jagannath Temple, Addresses Balasore Convocation
Puri/Balasore: President Droupadi Murmu, on February 5, 2026, offered prayers at the revered Sri Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, where she also performed the sacred Pinda Daan ritual at the Sweta Ganga tank. The visit, part of her ongoing six-day Odisha tour, marked her fourth visit to […]
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President Murmu Visited Jajpur Biraja Devi Temple, Performed Pinda Daan
Jajpur: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, performed the Pinda Daan ritual at Nabhi Gaya within the Maa Biraja Temple complex in Odisha’s Jajpur district during her ongoing six-day visit to the state, offering traditional rites, including a symbolic silver cow and dakshina to eleven […]
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Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Yajna for the Welfare of Yatris
February 10, 2026 — Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Yajna was organized at Sankara Mutt, Bengaluru, for the welfare of the yatris who had completed the Ahobilam Yatra, to seek the blessings of Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimha for peace, protection, and prosperity. Sharanam was the first such event conducted […]
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Preparation of Kedarnath Yatra Begins – Char Dham Yatra 2026
Rudraprayag: With the Char Dham Yatra 2026 approaching, preparations for the Kedarnath Dham Yatra 2026 have gathered pace and the district administration has gone on high alert. As part of the Char Dham Yatra arrangements, a high-level team of officials is conducting a ground inspection of […]
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Kasganj Gears Up for Maha Shivaratri 2026 Kanwar Yatra with Heightened Vigil
Kasganj district in Uttar Pradesh has been placed on high alert as preparations intensify for the Maha Shivaratri 2026 Kanwar Yatra, which is expected to attract over five lakh Kanwariyas. The district administration has put comprehensive arrangements in place to ensure that the pilgrimage is conducted […]
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Ayodhya Ram Temple Workers to Be Honored by President Droupadi Murmu
Ayodhya, February 2026 – President Droupadi Murmu will visit Ayodhya on March 19 to felicitate 400 skilled workers involved in the Ram Temple construction, recognizing their dedication, craftsmanship, and contribution to this historic cultural project. The 400 skilled workers have been instrumental in the construction of the […]
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Queue Installed at Bankey Bihari Temple for Crowd Management
Vrindavan’s renowned Banke Bihari Temple, one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in Uttar Pradesh, has begun installing a 21,000-kg sliding steel railing to strengthen crowd management and enhance devotee safety. The decision comes amid a steady rise in footfall, especially during Janmashtami, Holi, weekends, and […]
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Temples Witness Preparations Ahead of Thaipusam 2026 on Pournami
Thaipusam is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to Lord Murugan, the deity of courage, wisdom, and victory. Celebrated with immense devotion by Tamil communities across India and the world, Thaipusam 2026 will be observed on Sunday, February 1, coinciding with the full moon (Pournami) […]
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Ratha Yatra 2026 First Update
The Ratha Katha Anukula Puja for the 2026 Puri Rath Yatra was successfully performed on January 23, 2026, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Basant Panchami (Saraswati Puja). This sacred ritual marks the ceremonial beginning of chariot construction, during which three 12-foot-long Dhaura wood logs are […]
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No Entry for Non-Hindus at Badrinath – Kedarnath Dhams, BKTC Official Confirms
In a key clarification, Hemant Dwivedi, a senior functionary of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), stated that non-Hindus are not allowed entry into temples managed by BKTC, including the sacred Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams. The announcement reiterates long-standing temple traditions and religious customs. Tradition and Religious […]
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