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Khaleej Times
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Anil Kapoor, Boney Kapoor offer prayers in Rishikesh
Veteran actor Anil Kapoor recently paid a visit to the pilgrimage centre of Rishikesh in northern India. He was accompanied by his brother, the movie producer Boney Kapoor. During their visit, they met with Swami Chidanand Saraswati at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Boney and Anil Kapoor offered prayers for their late mother. #WATCH | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand | Actor Anil Kapoor, along with his brother and film producer Boney Kapoor, visited Parmarth Niketan. — ANI (@ANI) June 25, 2025 Anil said he feels blessed whenever he comes to Rishikesh. Nirmal Kapoor, mother of Anil, Sanjay and Boney Kapoor breathed her last on May 2, 2025, following a brief hospitalisation at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. She was 90. A few days after the demise of his mother, Anil took to Instagram and expressed gratitude for those who stood with the family during this tough time. "The love pouring in from all walks of life has been overwhelming. I truly don't have the words to express how deeply grateful we are," he wrote. He added, "My mother touched so many lives, not just directly but through the people she nurtured, supported, and loved. She was one of those remarkable women who never stood in the spotlight but whose strength held everyone together. A silent pillar, always smiling, always caring, always bringing warmth to those around her." The ace star said how his mother kept the "family close". "She was the glue that kept our family close, from our children to our grandchildren, and even our extended family and friends," shared the Animal actor. "Her love reached far and wide, and it's clear from the outpouring of messages and affection that she made a lasting impact on so many hearts."
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati marks 25 years of monastic life
Rishikesh: Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, international director of Parmarth Niketan and president of the Divine Shakti Foundation, celebrated the silver jubilee of her 'sanyas diksha' (her formal initiation into monastic life) on Wednesday. The event was held at Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh and was attended by her guru and initiator, Swami Chidanand Saraswati, along with Patanjali Ayurved founder Baba Ramdev, Swami Rajendra Dasji, Swami Ravindra Puriji, Swami Harichetnanandji, Sant Shri Murlidharji, Acharya Balkrishanji and Dr Chinmaya Pandya. Raised in Los Angeles, Sadhvi experienced spiritual awakening during her visit to India in 1996. A Stanford University graduate, she was pursuing a PhD in psychology and had accompanied her husband Jim on the trip. Her experience led her to renounce worldly life and embrace monasticism. She has since lived in India for over two decades. Her other roles include secretary-general of the Global Interfaith WASH Alliance, co-chair of the UN's Multifaith Advisory Council, and director of the International Yoga Festival. To mark the occasion, a free, multi-specialty medical camp was organised in collaboration with Medanta Hospital, providing healthcare services to hundreds of pilgrims, sadhus, and local residents. Baba Ramdev described her as an "embodiment of the divine Mother," while Swami Chidanand Saraswati hailed her as "a lighthouse of wisdom." Swami Rajendra Dasji remarked on the spiritual significance of the day, which also coincided with Jyeshtha Purnima, Kabir Jayanti and Saryu Jayanti. Reflecting on her journey, Sadhvi said, "I truly don't feel that I live in Bharat, but that Bharat lives in me... It is not the external sadhan, but the sadhana that truly matters."
India Gazette
02-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Sadhvi Bhagawati praises CM Rekha Gupta's commitment to Delhi amid her spiritual visit to Rishikesh
Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) [India], June 2 (ANI): Spiritual leader Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati praised Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for her continued focus on governance despite being on a spiritual visit to Rishikesh. Speaking to ANI on Sunday after her interaction with Gupta, Sadhvi Bhagawati said, 'This was my first meeting with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and I am so impressed after meeting her. She is on a spiritual journey with his family after 100 days (of becoming the CM), but even after coming here, her mind was only thinking about Delhi.' The Chief Minister, who took charge of Delhi's administration 100 days ago, is on a brief personal visit to Uttarakhand. However, according to the Sadhvi, CM Gupta remained deeply concerned about Delhi's issues. 'When she was doing aarti on the banks of Maa Ganga, she was thinking about how to take Ganga ji back to Delhi. She wants Yamuna to be as clean as River Ganga,' the Sadhvi said, highlighting Gupta's concern for Delhi's river pollution. 'She always had her work in her mind, wondering how she could do something for the people of Delhi,' she added. 'Usually when people come here, they leave their work behind.' Earlier on Monday, CM Gupta met Swami Chidanand Saraswati Maharaj of Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh and offered prayers. Following the completion of 100 days of the Delhi government, she said that the aim was to perform Aarti on both sides of the river. CM Rekha Gupta said, 'Delhi has so many problems, which is why Yamuna always faces issues in getting cleaned. The earlier governments had neither policy nor intention; today, it is a matter of relief that in the current government, our policies are clear, and our intention is also clear. There is a desire to work under the leadership of PM Modi. Work is going on continuously at many different levels to improve the Yamuna have arranged to run a small ferry on the Yamuna River. When there is odourless water in Yamuna, greenery all around, then Yamuna ji will be able to take its shape, its form.' She further said, 'Nearly 150 to 200 drains from where dirty water with the sludge enters the river Yamuna have to be cleaned. We have started Aarti at one ghat on the river Yamuna. Our aim is to conduct Aarti on both sides of the river,' she added. CM Rekha Gupta took a holy dip in the River Ganga in Haridwar on Sunday and vowed to clean Yamuna so that people can take a holy dip in the river. She met Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj at Harihar Ashram in Haridwar. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said, 'It is a feeling of immense joy. Yesterday, the government completed 100 days of rule in Delhi. Yesterday we did Aarti in Yamuna river and today, after taking a dip in the Ganga, I really feel that the pace of development in Delhi will now pick up more speed. Today, after taking the blessings of Gurujan, I am feeling more powerful within myself. I have a sense of responsibility. Delhi, which has been suffering for many years, now that the government, which has come, it is our responsibility to ensure Delhi progresses. I ask for the strength that whatever the aspirations of the people are, I am able to fulfil them.' She further said, 'I prayed to God that the way lakhs of devotees come to Haridwar to worship River Ganga, in the same way, River Yamuna can be cleaned so that people can take a holy dip there.' CM Rekha Gupta, accompanied by her family, visited the Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar and took a holy dip in the Ganga river. (ANI)
India Gazette
01-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets Swami Chidanand Saraswati in Rishikesh, says aim to conduct Aarti on both sides of Yamuna
Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) [India], June 1 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met Swami Chidanand Saraswati Maharaj of Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh and offered prayers. Following the completion of 100 days of the Delhi government, she said that the aim was to perform Aarti on both sides of the river. CM Rekha Gupta said, 'Delhi has so many problems due to which Yamuna always faced issues in getting cleaned. The earlier governments had neither policy nor intention; today, it is a matter of relief that in the current government, our policies are clear, and our intention is also clear. There is a desire to work under the leadership of PM Modi. Work is going on continuously at many different levels to improve the Yamuna have arranged to run a small ferry on the Yamuna River. When there is odourless water in Yamuna, greenery all around, then Yamuna ji will be able to take its shape, its form.' She further said, 'Nearly 150 to 200 drains from where dirty water with the sludge enters the river Yamuna have to be cleaned. We have started Aarti at one ghat in river Yamuna. Our aim is to conduct Aarti on both sides of the river,' she added. CM Rekha Gupta took a holy dip in the River Ganga in Haridwar on Sunday and vowed to clean Yamuna so that people can take a holy dip in the river. She met Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj at Harihar Ashram in Haridwar on Sunday. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said, 'It is a feeling of immense joy. Yesterday, the government completed 100 days of rule in Delhi. Yesterday we did Aarti in Yamuna river and today, after taking a dip in the Ganga, I really feel that the pace of development in Delhi will now pick up more speed. Today, after taking the blessings of Gurujan, I am feeling more powerful within myself. I have a sense of responsibility. Delhi, which has been suffering for many years, now the government, which has come, it is our responsibility to ensure Delhi progresses. I ask for the strength that whatever the aspirations of the people are, I am able to fulfil them.' She further said, 'I prayed to God that the way lakhs of devotees come to Haridwar to worship River Ganga, in the same way, River Yamuna can be cleaned so that people can take a holy dip there.' CM Rekha Gupta, accompanied by her family, visited the Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar and took a holy dip in the Ganga river on Sunday. (ANI)
India Gazette
27-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Former President Ram Nath Kovind performs Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh, says
Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) [India], May 27 (ANI): Former President Ram Nath Kovind, accompanied by his family, took part in the Ganga Aarti at the Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh here on Tuesday evening. The serene event was also attended by Swami Chidanand Saraswati Maharaj, the president of Parmarth Niketan. Speaking to the media, Kovind said, 'It feels very good, every Indian should come here. Whoever comes here feels a spiritual bliss... This river has been flowing for the welfare of people for centuries and gives everything to everyone. We also get to learn the same from Maa Ganga... Yesterday I performed Maa Ganga's Aarti at Har Ki Pauri and had darshan. I felt very good.' Swami Chidanand Saraswati also praised the spiritual and cultural significance of Uttarakhand, saying, 'The land of Uttarakhand is a blessed and energised one. People from all over the world come here to witness this energy. He also shared that Kovind has had a long-standing association with the ashram. 'Former President Ramnath Kovind has been associated with the Parmarth Niketan Ashram for a long time, and he also loves coming here. He will stay here for three days and soak in spirituality,' said Saraswati. The visit comes at a time when the ashram is preparing to observe Menstrual Hygiene Day on May 28. 'Tomorrow is Menstrual Hygiene Day and we will raise awareness about menstrual hygiene with the help of people from all walks of life,' Saraswati said. Earlier in March, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami performed Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh and had prayed to Maa Ganga for happiness, peace and prosperity in the state. The Chief Minister also inaugurated the International Yoga Festival 2025 organised by Parmarth Niketan from March 9-15, 2025. (ANI)
