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The Hindu
24-06-2025
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- The Hindu
Rare 15th century lamp found in Perdoor Anantapadmanabha temple in Udupi district of Karnataka
An antique lamp, believed to be from the 15th century, with very rare Shaiva and Vaishnavaite sculptures has been found in the Anantapadmanabha temple at Perduru in Udupi district of Karnataka. 'It is a rare blend of Shiva and Vishnu, and reflects the daily rituals of both the cults in the temple,' said T. Murugeshi, a retired Associate Professor of ancient history and archaeology, Mulki Sunder Ram Shetty College, Shirva, Udupi district. The lamp was donated by Basavannaras Banga to the temple in 1,456 A.D. This is mentioned in a stone inscription, which is in the inner prakara of the temple. 'With this epigraphical reference, it is very clear that the lamp belongs to the 15th century,' the historian said on June 24. Two faces 'This single piece of lamp has two faces, and has narrative sculptures of a Puranic story. In the first face, Lord Shiva is seen in dancing pose as Nataraja with four hands. On his left is a drummer beating the drum. On the drummer's left is Parvati seated on a bull, and Ganapati on his vehicle (rat) are seen. On the right side of Nataraja, the Bringi playing tala and on his right Khadga Ravana seated on woman (Goddess Mari) standing in Vismayamudre are seen. Khadga Ravana has four hands in his front right hand. He holds a sword, and, in his right back hand, he holds a plough. In his front left hand, Khadga Ravana holds kapala, and in back hand with leaning left, he holds the head. On his right, Kumara is shown seated on peacock,' the historian said. 'This depiction very clearly narrates the story of Pralya Tandava (destructive dance) of Lord Shiva,' Mr. Murugeshi said. 'On the second face of the lamp, from right side, Brahma is shown holding a sacred book in his left hand, and right hand is in abhaya mudra. Next is Indra holding vajra in his left hand, but the content of his right hand is not clear. At the centre, Anantapadmanabha is standing with four hands. Very interestingly, he holds Uddarane (a spoon) in his front hands. In his right back hand is seen shanka (conch), and the left hand is missing. On his left, Agni holds fire in his right hand, and lastly Varuna holding shanka (conch) in his left hand,' he said. Different headgear 'All five figures are seen in 'Samabhanga' pose and have different headgear. It narrates that the gods, out of fear (because of destructive dance of Lord Shiva), went to Vaikunta, the abode of Narayana, and prayed for protection of the three worlds. The Lord Anantapadmanabha, who is the protector of the three worlds, makes Lord Shiva calm. At the centre of the round base of the lamp, Garuda is seen in standing pose. At the back, Lord Shiva is seen seated in Anjalimudre in calm and peaceful posture, and prays to Lord Anantapadmanabha,' Mr. Murugeshi said. The Khadga Ravana seated on the shoulders of Mari is very interesting. This deity, even today, is worshipped as a powerful daiva in the outer prakara of the temple,' Mr. Murugeshi said.
The Hindu
10-06-2025
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- The Hindu
12-hour Upanishad discourse to be organised in Tirupati on June 11
National Gita Prachara Samithi, with the support of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) and Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishat, will conduct a 12-hour continuous discourse on the teachings of the Upanishads at Annamacharya Kalamandiram in Tirupati on June 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ponna Krishnamurthy, a noted scholar in Puranic literature and serving as Programme Assistant at the Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishat, will be the main speaker at the event. The discourse covers key insights from major Upanishads including Taittiriya, Mandukya, Prashna, Kena, Aitareya and Katha Upanishads, a TTD release said.
Deccan Herald
27-05-2025
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- Deccan Herald
Allahabad High Court rejects plea seeking Radha Rani's inclusion as party in Mathura case
Rejecting the application, Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra said, "Puranic illustrations are considered hearsay evidence." The court said, "The claim of the applicant as a joint holder of property in dispute together with plaintiff is based on some reference in various Purans and Sanhitas wherein Shriji Radha Rani is considered as the soul of lord Krishna."
Time of India
27-05-2025
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- Time of India
Allahabad High Court rejects plea seeking Radha Rani's inclusion as party in Mathura case
The Allahabad High Court has rejected an application impleading goddess Radha to be made a party to one of the 18 suits pertaining to the Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah title dispute. Rejecting the application, Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra said, "Puranic illustrations are considered hearsay evidence." The court said, "The claim of the applicant as a joint holder of property in dispute together with plaintiff is based on some reference in various Purans and Sanhitas wherein Shriji Radha Rani is considered as the soul of lord Krishna ." In the hearing held on May 23, it said that the Pauranic illustrations, and what they depict, "is usually based on narrative and not on direct observation or testimony." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo The application, moved through Advocate Reena N Singh claimed that the applicant - Shriji Radha Rani - is the legal wife and the feminine form of the plaintiff in suit - Sri Bhagwan Krishna Lala Virajman - and that together, they both are worshipped as deities since time immemorial. They both allegedly hold the disputed land comprising 13.37 acres, it argued. Live Events The applicant claimed joint ownership of the disputed property with the plaintiff, based on references in Purans and Sanhitas. It was argued that the applicant (Radha Rani) is a necessary and proper party to the suit and her impleadment is essential for complete justice under Order one Rule 10 of Civil Procedure Code. The court, all the same, rejected the application, saying the applicant is neither a necessary nor proper party to the suit. The court noted that the applicant could not demonstrate any evidence or binding authority in support of her claim in the disputed matter, which is claimed by the plaintiffs as the birthplace of Lord Krishna and where the Shahi Idgah Masjid currently stands. The court, however, noted that if the applicant in the future comes with any concrete evidence supporting the claim of joint ownership, her impleadment may be considered. The plaintiffs claim that Sri Krishna's birthplace, a temple in Mathura, has been under encroachment since 1669-70 by the Shahi Idgah Masjid management. The suit seeks removal of the allegedly illegal encroachment. The court concluded, "This court finds force in the objection raised by some of the parties to the suit in regard to the impleadment application filed on behalf of Shriji Radha Rani. There is no averment in the impleadment application that there was a temple of Radha Rani in the property in dispute." The controversy is related to the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb-era Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura, which is alleged to have been built after demolishing a temple at Lord Krishna's birthplace.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking Radha Rani's inclusion as party in Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah case
Allahabad HC (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Allahabad High Court has rejected an application seeking to make goddess Radha a party to one of the 18 suits related to the Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah title dispute. Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra dismissed the application on May 23, stating that Puranic illustrations cannot be considered as direct evidence in legal proceedings. The application was filed through Advocate Reena N Singh, claiming that Shriji Radha Rani is the legal wife and feminine form of the plaintiff, Sri Bhagwan Krishna Lala Virajman. The petitioner argued that both deities jointly hold the disputed land of 13.37 acres. "Puranic illustrations are considered hearsay evidence," the court stated while rejecting the application. "The claim of the applicant as a joint holder of property in dispute together with plaintiff is based on some reference in various Purans and Sanhitas wherein Shriji Radha Rani is considered as the soul of lord Krishna," the court observed. The court noted that Pauranic illustrations and their depictions "is usually based on narrative and not on direct observation or testimony." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เทรด CFDs ด้วยเทคโนโลยีเทรดสุดล้ำ และ รวดเร็วกว่า IC Markets สมัคร Undo The applicant sought to be included as a necessary party to the suit under order one rule 10 of civil procedure code, claiming joint ownership based on references in Purans and Sanhitas. The court found that the applicant failed to provide any concrete evidence or binding authority to support the claim in the disputed matter, which is claimed as Lord Krishna's birthplace where the Shahi Idgah Masjid currently stands. "This court finds force in the objection raised by some of the parties to the suit in regard to impleadment application filed on behalf of Shriji Radha Rani. There is no averment in the impleadment application that there was a temple of Radha Rani in the property in dispute," the court concluded. The court left room for future consideration if the applicant presents concrete evidence supporting the claim of joint ownership. The plaintiffs in the main case claim that Sri Krishna's birthplace temple in Mathura has been under encroachment since 1669-70 by the Shahi Idgah Masjid management. They seek removal of the alleged illegal encroachment. The dispute centers around the Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura, allegedly built during Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's era after demolishing a temple at Lord Krishna's birthplace.
