Construction of Ram Mandir began on August 5, 2020 with Bhoomi Poojan attended by PM Modi. It has been at the heart of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) agenda for decades and a key election promise. On November 9, 2019, the Supreme Court of India (SC) -- in a historic judgment -- awarded the disputed land in Ayodhya to Ram Lalla Virajman and directed the Centre to form a trust within three months to oversee the construction of the temple. Consequently, the ‘Sri Ram Janambhoomi Teerth Kshetra’, which is responsible for the temple’s construction, was established in February. More
Ayodhya district magistrate Nikhil Tikaram Funde said the local administration will extend a red-carpet welcome to the visiting dignitary, and a special banquet will be hosted in his honour at a hotel in Ayodhya.
The height restriction is also seen as a logical extension of the widening of the Ram Path, one of the major infrastructure projects linking the temple to various parts of the city.
Ayodhya’s real estate market may have been overheated, given the over 60% drop in searches for residential property in the October-December 2024 quarter. Real estate experts say this signals a shift in investor interest, likely influenced by market saturation and a natural cooling after a period of heightened activity.
An idol of Ram Lalla was consecrated at the Ayodhya temple on January 22, 2024, in a landmark event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
In a post on X, he described the temple as a great heritage of Indian culture and spirituality, saying it was built following centuries of sacrifices, struggle and devotion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended warm Diwali wishes to the nation, praying for health, happiness, and prosperity for all. With blessings from Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha, he hopes for a bright future for every Indian.
Experience a historic Diwali 2024 as Ayodhya lights up in celebration of Lord Ram’s return to his birthplace, with thousands of diyas illuminating the newly built Ram Mandir.
Preparations for Deepotsav, or Dev Deepawali, are underway in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, with an ambitious attempt to set a new record by lighting 25 lakh lamps across the city, surpassing last year's record of 21 lakh diyas. This year's event holds special significance as it will be the first Deepotsav after the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla. Watch here -
An FIR was lodged at the Ram Janmabhoomi police station following a complaint on August 9 from a representative of the firm — Yash Enterprises and Krishna Automobiles –which set up the lights under a contract awarded by the Ayodhya Development Authority, police said on Tuesday
A replica of the Ram Mandir will be showcased at the India Day parade in New York on August 18, marking a significant event for Indian Americans. Measuring 18 feet long, nine feet wide, and eight feet tall, the replica is organized by the Vishva Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA).
Acharya Dixit passed away exactly five months after Ram Lalla’s idol was consecrated at the Ayodhya temple on January 22 in an event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held the 2-kilometer roadshow after offering prayers at the Ram Temple. The roadshow ran until Lata Chowk and was divided into 40 blocks.
According to Pratik Jain, Partner and National Leader for Indirect Tax in PwC, UP’s focus on capital expenditure may be boosting its revenues, especially given roads and infrastructure construction involves GST levies on several levels such as contractors and cement that adds to the state’s kitty.
Uttar Pradesh (UP) stands as the crucible where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has forged its path to national prominence, propelled by a blend of strategic geography and demographic significance.
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya was for long a political tool for the Opposition says Prime Minister Narendra Modi; but now that it's built, the issue is beyond their control, he adds. Watch the video to know the PM's perspective on Ram Mandir and the significance of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony for him.
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Priyanka Chopra wore a saree, while Nick Jonas donned an embroidered kurta and pajama during their Ram Mandir visit.
The Ram temple in Ayodhya was inaugurated by PM Modi on January 22. Constructed in the traditional Nagara style, the temple is built on the 2.77 acres of disputed land acknowledged by the Supreme Court as the birthplace of Lord Ram.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Each political party employs a diverse set of strategies, ranging from organising large-scale rallies and roadshows to conducting extensive social media campaigns. These efforts are aimed at shaping their narrative and resonating with various segments of the electorate.
"It is very rare that both reform and perform take place and we can see transformation right in front of our eyes," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, while speaking on the Motion of Thanks on Ram Mandir in Lok Sabha.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presents Motion of Thanks' on Ram temple in Parliament. On the last day of the ongoing Budget Session, a Motion of Thanks on the Ram temple is being presented in both houses of Parliament on, February 10. All members of the BJP in both houses were urged to attend the motion by a whip.
Lok Sabha discusses Ayodhya Ram temple construction amidst DMK protests over Tamil Nadu fishermen issue.
Ayodhya strictly prohibits serving meat and liquor within the Panch Kosi Marg. The Panch Kosi Parikrama is a 15-km pilgrimage circuit around Ayodhya, visiting sacred sites linked to the Ramayana.
This is probably an acknowledgement by the government of the way the BJP patriarch wrote the script of Indian politics on which PM Modi built the grand edifice of the saffron outfit to command dominance in Parliament and several states.
