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Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
UP CM Yogi to lead Guru Purnima celebrations in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh chief minister and head priest of Gorakshapeeth Yogi Adityanath will lead Guru Purnima celebrations at the Gorakhnath temple here on Thursday (July 10). r Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath. (HT file) He is scheduled to arrive in Gorakhpur on Wednesday to participate in the concluding ceremony of the week-long Ram Katha at the Gorakhnath temple. According to the temple's head pujari Yogi Kamal Nath, the final session of the Katha will be held at 12:30 AM on Thursday, followed by special rituals at dawn. The CM will first worship Guru Gorakhnath, perform the traditional roti offering and then proceed to pray at the samadhis of previous Nath yogis and other sacred spots within the temple premises. The worship will culminate in a collective aarti. Following the rituals, he will meet seers and disciples. Devotees from across the region are expected to attend the event. The CM is also expected to promote the state's plantation drive. He will symbolically plant a sapling near the Shaheed Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park. District officials have completed all preparations for the CM's visit. Guru Purnima holds immense spiritual significance in the Nath sect and in Sanatan Dharma, celebrating divine wisdom, public service, and selfless devotion. A statement from the CM's camp office emphasised that the Nath sect is deeply rooted in the Guru–Shishya tradition.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ram temple Dhwaj to come up in Nov, PM likely to attend event
Ayodhya: The temple Dhwaj (flag) atop Ram Temple in Ayodhya is all set to be hoisted in November. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the event which will be attended by thousands of guests and devotees. So far, the Ram Temple Trust is learnt to have shortlisted two dates for the event – November 16 or 25. Preparations for the proposed flag-hoisting ceremony are gaining momentum on the temple compound. PM Modi attending the event will be subject to confirmation from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). According to the information provided by the temple sources, the main Dhwaj will be hoisted atop the 161-foot-high spire of the Ram Temple. Besides, other smaller dhwajas will be hoisted on the spires of all other temples within the complex. The event is regarded as a significant step towards the completion of the temple's construction. Ram temple trustee Anil Mishra said that the final programme for the event is being readied and will be shared with the media soon. The temple sources said that the event is likely to match the scale of the grandeur witnessed during the consecration ceremony. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bí quyết chọn tủ lạnh 4 cánh giá phải chăng năm 2025 cho không gian lưu trữ lớn (Tìm Hiểu) LocalPlan Tìm Ngay Undo The temple trust is already preparing a guest list that will include saints, religious leaders, dignitaries and devotees from India and abroad. According to a senior official in the Ayodhya administration, the temple trust and administrative machinery have started the process of booking rooms in the hotels while additional accommodation is being arranged in major dharamshalas and guest houses. According to the temple sources, an auspicious time for the ceremony in November is being determined by astrologers. Discussions are on to choose one of the two auspicious dates: November 16 or November 25. The Dhwaj will be hoisted on the temple spire amid Vedic chants, music, and special worship rituals. Various types of rituals will be part of the event. A Ram Katha may also be organized. On this occasion, several renowned musicians and artists from across the country will perform, adding to the grandeur of the ceremony.
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ayodhya decks up for flag hoisting ceremony at Ram Temple in November
A flag-hoisting ceremony is set to take place at the Ram temple in Ayodhya in November with thousands of special guests expected to attend and Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to be the chief guest. The flag-hoisting ceremony is expected to be as grand as the consecration of Lord Ram, said temple sources.(AP File) An official of the temple trust, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told PTI on Monday that the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has shortlisted two dates in November for this significant event. Preparations for the ceremony are gaining momentum. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi might be present as the chief guest on this auspicious occasion," the official said. According to sources within the temple, the Ram flag will be hoisted atop the 161-foot-high spire of the temple. In addition, flags will also be hoisted on the spires of all other temples within the complex, marking a major milestone towards the completion of the temple's construction. Anil Mishra, a trustee of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra told PTI, "The final programme is still being prepared. As soon as it is ready, it will be shared." Temple sources further told PTI that the flag-hoisting ceremony is expected to be as grand as the consecration of Lord Ram. The trust is preparing an extensive guest list that includes saints, religious leaders, distinguished dignitaries and devotees from across India and abroad. The trust estimates that thousands of guests will witness this second historic occasion following the consecration ceremony of the deity Ram Lalla. A senior official from the Ayodhya administration confirmed that preparations are in full swing to welcome the guests. The temple trust and the administrative machinery have started booking rooms in hotels, while arrangements are also being made in major dharamshalas and guest houses across the city, the official added. According to temple sources, astrologers are determining the most auspicious time for the ceremony in November. Discussions are underway to finalise one of the two proposed dates -- November 16 or November 25. The flag will be hoisted on the temple spire amid Vedic chants, music and special worship rituals. Several other rituals will also be part of the programme. A Ram Katha may be organised, and renowned musicians and artists from across the country are expected to perform, further enhancing the grandeur of the ceremony.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Flag-hoisting at Ram temple likely in Nov; PM Modi may attend as chief guest
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A flag-hoisting ceremony is set to take place at the Ram temple in Ayodhya in November with thousands of special guests expected to attend and Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to be the chief official of the temple trust, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told PTI on Monday that the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has shortlisted two dates in November for this significant event. Preparations for the ceremony are gaining momentum."Prime Minister Narendra Modi might be present as the chief guest on this auspicious occasion," the official to sources within the temple, the Ram flag will be hoisted atop the 161-foot-high spire of the temple. In addition, flags will also be hoisted on the spires of all other temples within the complex, marking a major milestone towards the completion of the temple's Mishra, a trustee of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra told PTI, "The final programme is still being prepared. As soon as it is ready, it will be shared."Temple sources further told PTI that the flag-hoisting ceremony is expected to be as grand as the consecration of Lord Ram. The trust is preparing an extensive guest list that includes saints, religious leaders, distinguished dignitaries and devotees from across India and abroad. The trust estimates that thousands of guests will witness this second historic occasion following the consecration ceremony of the deity Ram Lalla.A senior official from the Ayodhya administration confirmed that preparations are in full swing to welcome the temple trust and the administrative machinery have started booking rooms in hotels, while arrangements are also being made in major dharamshalas and guest houses across the city, the official to temple sources, astrologers are determining the most auspicious time for the ceremony in November. Discussions are underway to finalise one of the two proposed dates -- November 16 or November flag will be hoisted on the temple spire amid Vedic chants, music and special worship rituals. Several other rituals will also be part of the programme.A Ram Katha may be organised, and renowned musicians and artists from across the country are expected to perform, further enhancing the grandeur of the ceremony.
India.com
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Ranbir Kapoor's Rs 1600 crore Ramayana has songs written by former politician and renowned poet, known for Shree Ram Katha. His name is...
The first glimpse of the film Ramayana has already heightened the excitement among audiences. The first part of the film is set to release on Diwali next year. The music is being composed by Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. It has now been revealed that the songs are being written by a renowned poet, who is also well known for reciting the Ram Katha. Who will be the lyricist of Ramayana songs? Ramayana is said to be India's most expensive film, with Ranbir Kapoor playing the role of Lord Ram and superstar Yash portraying Ravana. Sunny Deol has expressed his happiness about playing the role of Lord Hanuman. Sai Pallavi will be seen as Maa Sita, while TV actor Ravi Dubey takes on the role of Lakshman. To add to the excitement, it's worth mentioning that renowned poet Kumar Vishwas is also associated with this grand project. Kumar Vishwas, who has written popular songs for films like Mission Raniganj, Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran, will also be writing the songs for Ramayana. His powerful song Hum Saath Chalen Toh Jeetenge from the film Mission Raniganj was sung by B Praak and Arko. The song became so popular that it was frequently played at political events and cricket stadiums. Kumar Vishwas has also written songs Veer Bhagat Singh. In addition to speaking on socio-political issues on stage, he often recites his poetry to audiences. He travels across India and abroad to participate in seminars and poetry events. Kumar Vishwas' Ram Katha recitation became so popular that it earned a place at a prestigious event like Maha Kumbh 2025. Through Apne Apne Ram, he spread the timeless story of Lord Ram across the world. Born on February 10, 1970, Kumar Vishwas also contested the 2014 Lok Sabha elections as an AAP candidate from Amethi. In addition to being a renowned poet, he has appeared as a guest on several television shows, including The Kapil Sharma Show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, and Indian Idol.
