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The consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya took place today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi performing the rituals. The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the 161-feet tall pink sandstone shrine during the hour-long 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
After reaching the Ram Mandir dressed in a golden kurta and a cream dhoti, PM Modi said that it is a "great pleasure" to be a part of this "divine program".
Addressing a gathering at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya after the consecration ceremony, he said Lord Ram will "no longer live in a tent but will now reside in a magnificent temple".
"Today, our Ram has arrived. After a long wait for ages, our Ram has arrived," Prime Minister Modi said.
"Our Ram has arrived today after wait, patience, sacrifices of centuries," he told the gathering of about 7,000 saints, political leaders, industrialists, film stars, and sportspersons.
"It is Ram's supreme blessings that we are witnessing it," he added.
Here are the highlights on the Ram Mandir consecration:
Jan 22, 2024 23:46 (IST)
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Cabinet ministers and AAP MLAs took part in various events across the national capital as part of the party's plan to mark the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 22:57 (IST)
Odisha Students Light 1 Lakh Diyas To Celebrate Ram Temple Inauguration
To celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration in Ayodhya, the students of Vikash Residential School in Bhubaneswar lit one lakh diyas in the school premises creating a record of sorts. The programme was organised in the Cricket Stadium of the school, where the above arrangement of Diyas was created in an area of diameter more than 350 feet.
Earlier, Maharashtra's Chandrapur Diya Event set a Guinness World Record by lighting 33,258 diyas.
In this remarkable artistic tribute, nearly 1,000 students, teachers, and other staff shaped the illuminated diyas in breathtaking portrait of Lord Rama, symbolizing reverence and respect for the
revered deity.
Jan 22, 2024 22:52 (IST)
Vilas Bhavsar, a 60-year-old resident of Jalgaon in north Maharashtra, fulfilled a promise made in 1992 as he wore footwear for the first time in 32 years on Monday.
Jan 22, 2024 22:27 (IST)
Watch: Laser And Light Show At Saryu Ghat In Ayodhya
Jan 22, 2024 22:27 (IST)
Watch: Diyas Lit In Tamil Nadu To Celebrate Ram Temple Inauguration
Jan 22, 2024 22:25 (IST)
Amit Shah Lights Up Lamps At Home To Celebrate Ram Temple Inauguration
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Jan 22, 2024 22:22 (IST)
Mukesh Ambani's House Antilia Decked Up To Celebrate Ram Temple Inauguration
Jan 22, 2024 20:27 (IST)
"My First Decision After Returning From Ayodhya": PM Announces New Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after returning from Ayodhya today, said he has decided to begin a new scheme to help people set up solar panels at their homes. The decision, he indicated, was inspired by the realisation that "all devotees of the world get energy from the light of Suryavanshi Lord Shri Ram".
"The first decision I have taken after returning from Ayodhya is that our government will launch "Pradhanmantri Suryodaya Yojana" with the target of installing rooftop solar on 1 crore houses,' PM Modi said in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
"This will not only reduce the electricity bill of the poor and middle class, but also make India self-reliant in the field of energy," he added. Read more.
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Jan 22, 2024 19:58 (IST)
Watch: Thousands Of Diyas Light Up Famous Saryu Ghat In Ayodhya
After the country witnessed the grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple on Monday, the city was adorned with 'Ram Jyotis', creating a mesmerising atmosphere symbolising the divine presence of the Lord.
Meanwhile, several people participated in the mega 'Diya' lighting event at the famous Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 19:13 (IST)
PM Modi Lights Up "Ramjyoti" At His Official Residence
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Jan 22, 2024 18:55 (IST)
6 Temples PM Modi Visited During His 11-Day Ritual Before Ayodhya Event
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, before presiding over the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, had embarked on an 11-day ritual, visiting the places where Lord Ram had set foot, as mentioned in the epic Ramayana.
PM Modi's 11-day ritual also included following a rigid diet consisting of coconut water and fruits, sleeping on the floor and feeding cows.
With the PM's penance culminating in the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, here's a look back at the temples he visited. Read here.
Jan 22, 2024 18:54 (IST)
Ram Lalla Now In New Ayodhya Temple, PM Modi To Celebrate Diwali At Delhi Home Tonight
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate Diwali at his Delhi home tonight. Earlier today he attended the consecration, or the pran prathistha of the new Ram Lalla temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya.
The lighting of diyas symbolises how people welcomed the return of Lord Ram with a huge enthusiasm to his birthplace.
"Today, Ram Lalla has been seated in his grand temple in Ayodhya. On this auspicious occasion, I request everyone to light the Ram jyoti and welcome him in your homes too. Jai Siya Ram," PM Modi said.
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Jan 22, 2024 18:36 (IST)
"It's A Wonderful Experience": Chiranjeevi On Pran Pratishtha Ceremony
Chiranjeevi, who attended the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya on Monday, said that the experience was "wonderful" and the day belonged to the whole country.
"It's a wonderful experience. Day made for the people of entire India," Chiranjeevi told news agency ANI after the ceremony.
Chiranjeevi and his son Ram Charan, who is also an actor, arrived in Ayodhya on Monday morning to attend the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 17:45 (IST)
"I Feel Great That I Was Called": Actor Jackie Shroff On Attending Ram Temple Consecration
Actor Jackie Shroff is feeling blessed after attending the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Monday.
Speaking to ANI, Jackie said, "I have received the blessing...I feel great that I was called. Whenever I was given the role of an inspector, my name was 'Ram'..."
Jan 22, 2024 17:41 (IST)
The mega consecration ceremony at the new-ly built Ram Temple in Ayodhya was led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. The 51-inch idol of Ram Lalla, adorned with gold and flowers, was revealed shortly before the grand 'pran pratistha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 17:34 (IST)
Watch: Kangana Ranaut's 'Jai Shri Ram' Video At Ayodhya Temple Event
Actor Kangana Ranaut attended the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya today. She took to social media platform X to share a video of herself in which she is seen loudly chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'. She captioned the post, "Ram aa gaye."
Actor Kangana Ranaut attended the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya today. She took to social media platform X to share a video of herself in which she is seen loudly chanting 'Jai Shri Ram'. She captioned the post, "Ram aa gaye."
Jan 22, 2024 17:32 (IST)
Jatayu To Shabri, All About Ramayan Characters In PM Modi's Ayodhya Speech
In his address to the nation soon after the 'pran pratistha' rituals at Ayodhya Ram temple, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today referred to multiple characters of Valmiki's Ramayan to stress how every Indian's efforts can contribute to the rise of the nation. These characters were Shabri, Nishad king Guh, a squirrel and Jatayu. Read here.
In his address to the nation soon after the 'pran pratistha' rituals at Ayodhya Ram temple, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today referred to multiple characters of Valmiki's Ramayan to stress how every Indian's efforts can contribute to the rise of the nation. These characters were Shabri, Nishad king Guh, a squirrel and Jatayu. Read here.
Jan 22, 2024 17:31 (IST)
Delhi High Court has ordered suspension of the operations of a website "preying on the public's religious beliefs" and deceiving them by allegedly promoting itself as the official platform for delivery of 'prasad' from the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 17:06 (IST)
"It's An Honour For Everybody To Witness This": Actor Ram Charan After Ram Temple Consecration
Actor Ram Charan said he is feeling blessed to witness the Pran Prathishta ceremony of Ram Lalla at the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Monday.
Speaking to news agency ANI, Ram Charan said, "Fantastic, it was so beautiful. Once in a lifetime. It's an honour for everybody to witness this, to be born in our India and witness this. This is truly a blessing."
Jan 22, 2024 17:03 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attended the historic pran prathistha of the new temple of the Ram Lalla in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 16:59 (IST)
Man Suffers Heart Attack At Ram Temple Ceremony, Saved By Air Force
In a timely medical intervention, a mobile hospital of Indian Air Force's (IAF) rapid response team saved a devotee who suffered a heart attack while attending the 'Pran Pratishtha' event at the Ram temple here on Monday, said news agency ANI.
After Ramkrishna Srivastava (65) collapsed inside the temple complex, a team of BHISHM Cube led by Wing Commander Manish Gupta evacuated him within a minute of the incident and provided on-site treatment, capitalising on the critical golden hour - the first hour following a traumatic injury or medical event which is crucial for successful emergency treatment, a statement said. Read more.
Jan 22, 2024 16:58 (IST)
Away From Ayodhya, Mamata Banerjee's All-Faith Harmony Rally In Kolkata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday began the all-faith harmony rally in the metropolis, aligning with the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya this afternoon.
Mamata Banerjee, accompanied by religious leaders of various faiths and party leaders, began the 'Sanghati March' from Hazra More in Kolkata. Read more.
Jan 22, 2024 16:53 (IST)
Pics: Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor Among Actors At Ram Temple Consecration
Several bollywood actors and filmmakers attended the grand Ram Temple consecration cremony today. Among those who attended were Alia Bhat, Ranbir Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana, and Rohit Shetty.'
Jan 22, 2024 16:38 (IST)
Over 1,000 km From Ayodhya, Another Ram Temple Inaugurated
Over 1,000 km away from the historic city of Ayodhya, another grand Ram Temple today became a spiritual landmark, standing tall atop a hill around 1,800 feet above sea level in Odisha. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed consecration rituals at the opening of a grand Ram temple in Ayodhya, the village of Fategarh in Nayagarh witnessed the inauguration of a 73-foot-tall shrine dedicated to Lord Ram.'
According to local media reports, the temple, standing at a height of 165 feet, was completed through generous donations from villagers and devotees across the state. The residents of Fategarh contributed half of the funds required for the temple's construction. Read more.
Jan 22, 2024 16:36 (IST)
"Everybody Should Visit This Place": Actor Ayushman Khurana On Ram Temple
Bollywood actor-singer Ayushmann Khurrana attended the Ram Temple consecratio ceremony and told news agency ANI, "It is a historic moment, thank you so much for inviting me here. Everybody should visit this place, it's beautiful."
Bollywood actor-singer Ayushmann Khurrana attended the Ram Temple consecratio ceremony and told news agency ANI, "It is a historic moment, thank you so much for inviting me here. Everybody should visit this place, it's beautiful."
Jan 22, 2024 16:34 (IST)
"Will Be Written In Golden Letters In Our History": Union Minister On Ram Temple Consecration
On Ram Temple 'Pran pratishtha', Union Minister Hardeep Puri told news agencu ANI, "This day will be written in golden letters in our history...it took 500 years for Lord Ram to come back to his birthplace...The biggest Ram sevak is honourable PM Modi, I bow my head in reverence..."
On Ram Temple 'Pran pratishtha', Union Minister Hardeep Puri told news agencu ANI, "This day will be written in golden letters in our history...it took 500 years for Lord Ram to come back to his birthplace...The biggest Ram sevak is honourable PM Modi, I bow my head in reverence..."
Jan 22, 2024 16:32 (IST)
Nearly 400 pillars, 44 doors, and a brand new idol of Lord Ram - the grand temple in Ayodhya was officially inaugurated today by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with hundreds of religious figures, politicians and Bollywood celebrities in attendance.
Jan 22, 2024 16:26 (IST)
PM Modi Showers Flowers Petals On Ram Temple Construction Crew
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today showered flower petals on the workers who were involved in the construction of the Ayodhya temple after the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration of the Ram Lalla idol was completed.
The Prime Minister, dressed in a cream kurta pajama, was seen taking out the petals from a wicker basket and showering it on the team behind the construction of the temple.
Jan 22, 2024 16:19 (IST)
"There is a feeling of great satisfaction," said spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar after attending Ayodhya Ram Temple 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony to news agency ANI.
Jan 22, 2024 15:53 (IST)
"Unforgettable Day For Crores Of Ram Devotees, Am Overwhelmed": Amit Shah
Jan 22, 2024 15:52 (IST)
"Ram Is The Basis Of India": PM Modi At Ayodhya
Jan 22, 2024 15:50 (IST)
"Lord Ram Does Not Belong To Any Political Party": Siddaramaiah
Criticising the BJP for "politicizing" Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said that Lord Ram does not belong to any political party, adding that Congress is also "devoted" to Lord Ram. "Sri Ramachandra should not be confined to any political party's agenda. We refute the narrative that we are against Sri Ramachandra. We are also devoted to Lord Ram," Siddaramaiah said after inaugurating a temple in Hirenralli dedicated to Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lord Hanuman, and Lord Laxman.
Criticising the BJP for "politicizing" Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said that Lord Ram does not belong to any political party, adding that Congress is also "devoted" to Lord Ram. "Sri Ramachandra should not be confined to any political party's agenda. We refute the narrative that we are against Sri Ramachandra. We are also devoted to Lord Ram," Siddaramaiah said after inaugurating a temple in Hirenralli dedicated to Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lord Hanuman, and Lord Laxman.
Jan 22, 2024 15:46 (IST)
"Got Goosebumps": EaseMyTrip Co-Founder After Attending Ram Temple Event
Politicians, celebrities, entrepreneurs, sports personalities, and musicians, all arrived at the newly-constructed Ram Temple in Ayodhya for the mega-consecration ceremony. Ease My Trip co-founder Nishant Pitti also attended the auspicious event in the pilgrim town. Mr Pitti, 37, opted to wear traditional clothes for the occasion at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. "This is like a historic moment for every Indian. We got goosebumps as soon as we came here..." he told news agency ANI.
Politicians, celebrities, entrepreneurs, sports personalities, and musicians, all arrived at the newly-constructed Ram Temple in Ayodhya for the mega-consecration ceremony. Ease My Trip co-founder Nishant Pitti also attended the auspicious event in the pilgrim town. Mr Pitti, 37, opted to wear traditional clothes for the occasion at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. "This is like a historic moment for every Indian. We got goosebumps as soon as we came here..." he told news agency ANI.
Jan 22, 2024 15:43 (IST)
"Luckiest Person On Earth": Karnataka Sculptor Who Made Ram Lalla Idol
The Karnataka-based sculptor, who created the Ram Lalla idol for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, today said that he considers himself as the "luckiest person" on earth. "I feel I am the luckiest person on the earth now. The blessing of my ancestors, family members and Lord Ram has always been with me. Sometimes I feel like I am in a dream world," Arun Yogiraj told news agency ANI.
The Karnataka-based sculptor, who created the Ram Lalla idol for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, today said that he considers himself as the "luckiest person" on earth. "I feel I am the luckiest person on the earth now. The blessing of my ancestors, family members and Lord Ram has always been with me. Sometimes I feel like I am in a dream world," Arun Yogiraj told news agency ANI.
Jan 22, 2024 15:36 (IST)
Watch | PM Modi Showers Flower Petals On Construction Workers Of Ram Temple
Jan 22, 2024 15:08 (IST)
Nearly 400 pillars, 44 doors, and a brand new idol of Lord Ram - the grand temple in Ayodhya was officially inaugurated today by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with hundreds of religious figures, politicians and Bollywood celebrities in attendance.
Jan 22, 2024 15:06 (IST)
Karnataka-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj, who created the Ram Lalla idol for the grand Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, today said that he considers himself as the "luckiest person" on earth.
Jan 22, 2024 14:47 (IST)
"We have to now lay foundation of India of next 1,000 years... We take pledge to build a capable, grand, divine India from this moment," PM Narendra Modi told the gathering of around 7,000 people at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 14:40 (IST)
'Thank Judiciary That Delivered Justice': PM Modi On Ram Temple Construction
Speaking at the Ram Mandir event in Ayodhya, PM Modi thanked the judiciary that paved the way for the construction of the temple.
"Even after the Constitution came into existence, legal battle was fought for decades on Lord Ram's existence. I would like to the thank judiciary that delivered justice and Lord Ram's temple was built in a legal manner," he said.
He also said that the Ram temple's construction is the reflection of "Indian society's maturity" and that it's an "occasion of not merely triumph but humility too".
Jan 22, 2024 14:34 (IST)
'Tried To Visit Places Where Lord Ram Had Set Foot': PM Modi At Ram Mandir Event
Speaking at the Ram temple event in Ayodhya, PM Modi said he tried to visit places during his 11-day religious exercise where Lord Ram had set foot.
Speaking at the Ram temple event in Ayodhya, PM Modi said he tried to visit places during his 11-day religious exercise where Lord Ram had set foot.
Jan 22, 2024 14:30 (IST)
"Today, I apologise to Lord Ram as there was something lacking in our love and penance due to which this work (construction of Ram temple) was not done for so many years. However, that gap has been bridged today and I am confident that Lord Ram will forgive us," PM Modi said after 'pran pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 14:24 (IST)
Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said that people will remember this date and moment even after thousands of years.
"It's Lord Ram's supreme blessings that we are witnessing it," he said.
Jan 22, 2024 14:20 (IST)
PM Modi also said that Lord Ram has arrived today after the "wait, patience and sacrifices of centuries".
"It's such a blessing from Lord Ram that we are alive today to witness such an event," he said.
Jan 22, 2024 14:18 (IST)
'Ram Lalla Won't Live In Tent Anymore': PM Modi At Ayodhya Event
Calling it a "beginning of a new era", PM Narendra Modi said that "Ram Lalla won't live in a tent anymore". Speaking after the consecration ceremony, PM Modi said that "January 22, 2024 is not just a date on a calendar, it is the dawn of a new era".
"This moment, this environment, this time is a blessing from Lord Ram to us," he told the gathering.
Jan 22, 2024 14:14 (IST)
PM Modi Addresses Gathering At Ayodhya Ram Mandir
PM Modi is currently addressing the gathering at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. Speaking to the guests, he said that "our Lord Ram has finally arrived".
PM Modi is currently addressing the gathering at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. Speaking to the guests, he said that "our Lord Ram has finally arrived".
Jan 22, 2024 14:09 (IST)
'PM Modi Followed Stringent 11-Day Rituals', Says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has said that PM Narendra Modi has followed "stringent 11-day rituals".
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has said that PM Narendra Modi has followed "stringent 11-day rituals".
While addressing the gathering at the Ayodhya Ram temple, Mr Bhagwat said the opening of the temple is a "golden moment" in India's history.
Jan 22, 2024 14:04 (IST)
'Country Immersed In Devotion Of Lord Ram', Says Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also said the entire country is "immersed in devotion of Lord Ram".
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also said the entire country is "immersed in devotion of Lord Ram".
"It appears we have arrived in 'Treta Yug'," he said.
Jan 22, 2024 13:58 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live: 'Emotional Moment For All Of Us', Says Yogi Adityanath
After the Ram temple consecration ceremony, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the guests and said "it's an emotional moment for all of us".
"It has come after a 500-year wait," he said.
"There are some feelings in my heart that I cannot find words to express. Everyone is emotional and happy. On this historic moment, every city and village in the country has turned into Ayodhya, and every path seems to be heading towards the Ram Janmabhoomi," he added.
Jan 22, 2024 13:50 (IST)
Ram Mandir Ceremony Live: Yogi Adityanath Addresses Guests At Ram Temple
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath is currently addressing the guests present at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath is currently addressing the guests present at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 13:46 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live: Yogi Adityanath Presents Replica Of Ram Temple To PM Modi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has presented a replica of Ayodhya's Ram temple to PM Modi.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has presented a replica of Ayodhya's Ram temple to PM Modi.
Jan 22, 2024 13:33 (IST)
Uma Bharti is in Ayodhya today. She was in the holy town 32 years and 46 days back too. That day, the Babri Masjid was demolished by Hindu activists. Today, a grand Ram temple has come up at the same place.
Jan 22, 2024 13:31 (IST)
Ram Temple Consecration Ceremony Concludes
The consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya has concluded after over an hour-long rituals. After the ceremony, PM Modi was seen greeting the guests who attended the grand event at the Ram Mandir.
The consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya has concluded after over an hour-long rituals. After the ceremony, PM Modi was seen greeting the guests who attended the grand event at the Ram Mandir.
Jan 22, 2024 13:22 (IST)
Ram Mandir Live Updates: PM Modi Prostrates Before Ram Lalla Idol At Ayodhya Temple
During the consecration ceremony, PM Narendra Modi also prostrated before the Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya temple.
Jan 22, 2024 13:15 (IST)
Ram Mandir Ceremony Live: Army Helicopters Showered Flowers At Ram Temple Ahead Of 'Pran Pratishtha'
Army helicopters today showered flowers at Ram temple in Ayodhya ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Army helicopters today showered flowers at Ram temple in Ayodhya ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 13:09 (IST)
The first visuals of the idol of Ram Lalla that depicts Lord Ram as a five-year-old child, adorned in gold jewellery, were revealed after the consecration ceremony at the Ayodhya temple today.
Jan 22, 2024 13:05 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Perform 'Aarti' Of Ram Lalla Idol
PM Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat are currently performing the 'aarti' of the new Ram Lalla idol at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat are currently performing the 'aarti' of the new Ram Lalla idol at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 13:00 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the Ram temple at Ayodhya for the rituals for the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 12:53 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Performs Rituals At Ayodhya Ram Mandir
PM Narendra Modi is currently performing the rituals at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
PM Narendra Modi is currently performing the rituals at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 12:45 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Offers Prayers To Ram Lalla
During the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at the Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, PM Modi was seen offering prayers to Ram Lalla.
During the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at the Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, PM Modi was seen offering prayers to Ram Lalla.
Jan 22, 2024 12:36 (IST)
Video: First Visuals Of Ram Lalla Idol At Ayodhya Ram Mandir
The Ram Lalla idol at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has been unveiled in the presence of PM Modi.
The Ram Lalla idol at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has been unveiled in the presence of PM Modi.
Jan 22, 2024 12:34 (IST)
Video: Ram Lalla Idol Unveiled In Presence Of PM Modi
The idol of Ram Lalla has been unveiled at the Ram temple in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.
The idol of Ram Lalla has been unveiled at the Ram temple in Ayodhya in the presence of Prime Minister Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.
Jan 22, 2024 12:26 (IST)
Pics: PM Modi At Ram Mandir
PM Narendra Modi arrived at the newly constructed Ram temple dressed in a golden kurta teamed up with a cream dhoti and patka.
Ahead of the consecration ceremony, he walked into the sanctum sanctorum of the temple holding a silver umbrella on a folded red dupatta.
Jan 22, 2024 12:21 (IST)
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Jan 22, 2024 12:11 (IST)
"My Great Pleasure To Be Part Of Ram Temple Opening": PM Modi
PM Modi has said that it is a "great pleasure" to be a part of the "divine program" at the Ram temple inauguration.
PM Modi has said that it is a "great pleasure" to be a part of the "divine program" at the Ram temple inauguration.
"The extraordinary moment of the consecration of Shri Ram Lala's life in Ayodhya Dham is going to leave everyone emotional," he wrote on X, formerly Twitter, in Hindi.
Jan 22, 2024 12:07 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Pratishta Ceremony LIVE: PM Modi Reaches Ram Temple For Inauguration Ceremony
PM Narendra Modi has reached the Ram temple for the inauguration ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi has reached the Ram temple for the inauguration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 12:02 (IST)
Ram Mandir Ceremony Live: Amit Shah At Delhi Temple On Ayodhya Event Day
Ahead of the Ram Mandir opening in Ayodhya, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has offered prayers at the Shri Laxmi Narayan temple in Delhi.
Ahead of the Ram Mandir opening in Ayodhya, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has offered prayers at the Shri Laxmi Narayan temple in Delhi.
Jan 22, 2024 11:59 (IST)
Ayodhya is all decked up for the 'pran prathistha' ceremony today which will be attended by PM Narendra Modi.
Ahead of the ceremony, an aerial video of the grand temple shot from PM Modi's chopper has gone viral.
Jan 22, 2024 11:56 (IST)
Ram Mandir Ceremony Live: Ram Temple Decorated With Flowers, Special Lights
The Ram temple in Ayodhya has been decorated with flowers and special lights for the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 11:49 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: Mukesh Ambani, Family Reach Ram Mandir Ahead Of Inauguration
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has arrived at the Ram temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has arrived at the Ram temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 11:47 (IST)
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted people as he arrived at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Complex in Ayodhya where the pran pratishtha ceremony will be taking place shortly.
Jan 22, 2024 11:46 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live: Singers Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan Sing 'Bhajans' At Ayodhya Temple
Ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony, singers Sonu Nigam and Shankar Mahadevan sang 'bhajans' at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 11:38 (IST)
Video: Sachin Tendulkar Arrives At Ram Temple In Ayodhya
Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has arrived at the Ram temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has arrived at the Ram temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 11:35 (IST)
Uma Bharti, Sadhvi Rithambara Reach Ayodhya's Ram Mandir
Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti and spiritual leader Sadhvi Rithambara have reached the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
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Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti and spiritual leader Sadhvi Rithambara have reached the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 11:07 (IST)
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat At Ram Mandir In Ayodhya
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has arrived at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to attend the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has arrived at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to attend the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 11:03 (IST)
PM Modi Arrives In Ayodhya To Attend Ram Temple Inauguration Ceremony
PM Narendra Modi has arrived in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony at newly constructed Ram temple.
PM Narendra Modi has arrived in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony at newly constructed Ram temple.
Jan 22, 2024 10:53 (IST)
The grand consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is set to begin in a few hours.
The temple trust that is organising the event had invited several Opposition leaders, but they have decided to stay away.
The question, then, is what will key Opposition leaders do today as the ceremony in Ayodhya gets underway.
Jan 22, 2024 10:50 (IST)
Video: Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan At Ram Temple
Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have also arrived at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have also arrived at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 10:41 (IST)
Pic: Actor Kangana Ranaut, Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar At Ram Mandir
Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut and filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar have arrived at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 10:39 (IST)
Video: Ex-Andhra Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu At Ayodhya Ram Temple
Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister and Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu has arrived at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 10:37 (IST)
Pics: Rajnath Singh Performs Pooja At Home Ahead Of Ayodhya Event
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has performed a 'pooja' at his residence ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has performed a 'pooja' at his residence ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Jan 22, 2024 10:31 (IST)
Ahead of the grand opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya later today, Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said he hopes the temple will serve as a testament to communal harmony in the country.
Jan 22, 2024 10:30 (IST)
Video: Actor Vivek Oberoi, Singer Sonu Nigam At Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple
Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi and singer Sonu Nigam have arrived at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya to attend the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 10:28 (IST)
Yoga Guru Ramdev arrived in Ayodhya today to attend the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony of the Ram temple. Speaking to NDTV, the Yoga Guru also sang a Ram Bhajan.
Jan 22, 2024 10:22 (IST)
Video: Anil Ambani At Ram Janmaboomi Temple In Ayodhya
Industrialist Anil Ambani has arrived at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Industrialist Anil Ambani has arrived at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the consecration ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 10:19 (IST)
The 'pran pratishtha' (consecration ceremony) of Ayodhya's Ram Temple will take place today.
Jan 22, 2024 10:14 (IST)
Yogi Adityanath At Ayodhya Ram Mandir
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reached the Ram temple in Ayodhya ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reached the Ram temple in Ayodhya ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 09:58 (IST)
PM Modi To Interact With Workers Involved In Ram Mandir Construction
After participating in the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla, PM Narendra Modi will interact with the workers involved in the construction of the Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir.
Jan 22, 2024 09:50 (IST)
As the much-anticipated 'pran pratishtha' ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya draws near, people of Hindu community across the globe are gearing up for celebrations.
Jan 22, 2024 09:49 (IST)
Video: Ayodhya Ram Temple On 'Pran Pratishtha' Ceremony Day
In a video shared by the news agency ANI, Ayodhya's Ram temple is seen on the morning of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony day.
In a video shared by the news agency ANI, Ayodhya's Ram temple is seen on the morning of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony day.
Jan 22, 2024 09:45 (IST)
Ram Mandir Live Updates: Ayodhya Weather Forecast For Consecration Day
Ayodhya and nearby areas experienced misty weather today morning.
According to the weather department, the temple city is likely to experience 'cold day' conditions today, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 15 to 17 degrees Celsius.
A 'cold day' is when the minimum temperature is less than or equal to 10 degrees Celsius below normal, and the maximum temperature is at least 4.5 degrees below normal.
Jan 22, 2024 09:41 (IST)
Security has been increased in Ayodhya for the mega Ram temple event, with around 13,000 forces deployed.
Jan 22, 2024 09:38 (IST)
The 'pran prathistha' (consecration ceremony) at Ayodhya's Ram temple has prompted several states to declare a holiday or half day on January 22.
Jan 22, 2024 09:24 (IST)
"Epochal Day": Vice President On Ayodhya Ram Temple Opening
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today called the 'pran pratishtha' at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya an "epochal day".
Taking to his official X account, he said it is "gratifying" to witness celebratory moment marking "reawakening of national pride all over".
"January 22 is etched in history as defining moment of 'tryst with divinity' in our civilisational trajectory," he said.
"On this day, let us resolve to inculcate Prabhu Shri Ram's values of Integrity, forgiveness, bravery, sincerity, humility, care and compassion as a way of life to bring about enlightenment, peace, harmony and righteousness all around," Vice President Dhankhar added.
Jan 22, 2024 09:17 (IST)
Bollywood celebrities, invited for the grand consecration ceremony at the newly-constructed Ram Temple in Ayodhya, have started arriving in the temple town today.
Jan 22, 2024 09:14 (IST)
The ancient town of Ayodhya is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to welcome Lord Ram for the consecration ceremony of the newly-built Ram temple.
Jan 22, 2024 09:13 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live: Mexico Gets Its First Ram Temple
Ahead of the Ram temple's 'pran pratishtha' in Ayodhya, a city in Mexico on Sunday got its first Lord Ram temple.
The temple in Queretaro was inaugurated after the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony was performed by an American priest with Mexican hosts and the idols brought from India.
Jan 22, 2024 08:59 (IST)
Ram Mandir Consecration Will Take India To New Heights: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the "historic moment" of the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will enrich the Indian heritage and culture and take the country's development journey to new heights.
His remarks came in response to President Droupadi Murmu's two-page letter to him ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' at the Ram temple.
Tagging the president's letter, PM Modi said in a post in Hindi on X, "Honorable @rashtrapatibhvn ji, Thank you very much for your good wishes on the auspicious occasion of Ram Lalla's consecration in Ayodhya Dham." He added, "I am confident that this historic moment will further enrich Indian heritage and culture and take our development journey to new heights."
Jan 22, 2024 08:54 (IST)
Ram Mandir Consecration: 5 Lakh Laddus From Mahakaleshwar Temple Reach Ayodhya
About five lakh laddus prepared at the Mahakaleshwar temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain have reached Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.
The laddus, weighing about 50 gm each, will be distributed to devotees as prasad on the occasion, an official said.
Jan 22, 2024 08:51 (IST)
Several people have said that they are getting WhatsApp texts promising them free VIP passes to the grand Ram Mandir ceremony.
Jan 22, 2024 08:48 (IST)
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has given the country the first darshan or glimpse of the magnificent Ram temple in Ayodhya, as seen from space using India's own indigenous satellites.
Jan 22, 2024 08:47 (IST)
Industrialists Invited To Ayodhya Ram Temple Event
Industrialists Mukesh Ambani, Ratan N Tata, the chairman emeritus of the Tata Group, and Tata Sons chairperson N Chandrasekaran are on the guest list for the Ram temple event.
Adani Group chairperson Gautam Adani and mining mogul Anil Agarwal have also been invited to the Ram temple event.
Mahindra and Mahindra's Anand Mahindra, Hinduja group's Ashok Hinduja, Wipro's Azim Premji, Nusli Wadia of Bombay Dyeing, Torrent group founder and chairperson Sudhir Mehta, GMR Group's G M R Rao, and real estate baron Niranjan Hiranandani have also been invited.
Jan 22, 2024 08:46 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: Actors Who May Attend 'Pran Pratistha'
Bollywood actors Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Ajay Devgn, Ranbir Kapoor, and Alia Bhatt are on the guest list, which also features Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Kangana Ranaut, Madhuri Dixit and BJP's actor-MPs Hema Malini and Sunny Deol.
Actors Rajnikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Prabhas, Allu Arjun, and Junior NTR have also been invited to the 'pran pratistha' ceremony at the Ram Temple.
Actor Arun Govil, who portrayed Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar's iconic TV series "Ramayan", and his co-star in the show Dipika Chikhlia, who played the role of Goddess Sita, have also been invited.
Jan 22, 2024 08:40 (IST)
Sportspersons Invited For Ram Mandir Inauguration
Several former and present Indian cricketers have been invited for the Ram temple inauguration.
Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble, Virendra Sehwag, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja have got invites for the Ram temple event.
Former captain of the Indian women's cricket team Mithali Raj has also received the invitation.
Shuttlers Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu, chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, sprint queen PT Usha, and footballer Bhaichung Bhutia are also among the prominent sports personalities who have received invitations.
Jan 22, 2024 08:38 (IST)
ISRO Members On Ayodhya Ram Mandir Event Guest List
ISRO chairperson S Somanath, former ISRO chairperson K Sivan, and ISRO director Nilesh Desai have been invited for Ram Mandir inauguration.
Jan 22, 2024 08:36 (IST)
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Other Judges On Guest List For Ayodhya Ram Temple Event
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and several sitting and former judges, including Ranjan Gogoi have been invited for the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple.
Jan 22, 2024 08:35 (IST)
Politicians Invited To Ram Temple Ceremony
Former prime minister Manmohan Singh and BJP veterans LK Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi are on the guest list for the grand Ram Mandir event.
Former presidents Ram Nath Kovind and Pratibha Patil, and former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu are also on the list along with former Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, and Ranjan Bhattacharya, the son-in-law of former prime minister and BJP veteran Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Former Union minister Arun Jaitley's wife Sangeeta and daughter Sonali, and former Lok Sabha speakers Sumitra Mahajan and Meira Kumar, are on the list too.
Jan 22, 2024 08:14 (IST)
Ayodhya's Ram temple has been lit up for the consecration ceremony today.
Jan 22, 2024 08:02 (IST)
The consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, a 50-year-project of the BJP and long awaited by many, will take place today.
PM Narendra Modi will fly to Ayodhya to participate in the ceremony, which will be telecast live.
Jan 22, 2024 07:41 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: Multi-Layer Security Cover In Place In Ayodhya
A multi-layer security cover is in place in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir. About 10,000 CCTV cameras and drones equipped with artificial intelligence are keeping an eye on the movement of people and police personnel in plain clothes have been deployed at the venue.
Multiple NDRF teams trained to tackle chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear attacks, drowning incidents and disasters like earthquakes have also been deployed for the mega event.
Jan 22, 2024 07:33 (IST)
Singer Sonu Nigam and filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar spoke to NDTV on Ayodhya's "historic moment".
Jan 22, 2024 07:30 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Ram Temple Decorated With Flowers
Ayodhya's Ram temple has been decorated with flowers and special lights.
Over 3,000 kgs of flowers of more than 20 varieties have reportedly been used for decoration of the grand structure for the consecration ceremony.
(Images credit: PTI)
The flowers include chrysanthemum, gerbera, orchid, and exotic ones like anthurium and lilium.
These flowers, each variety of different colours, have been brought from Chennai, Bangaluru, Pune, Lucknow and Delhi.
Jan 22, 2024 07:19 (IST)
A huge crowd has gathered at New York Times Square to celebrate the opening of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Dhols and chants of 'Jai Shri Ram' rang out loud at the iconic business hub as hundreds of Hindus participated in the festivities.
Jan 22, 2024 07:18 (IST)
Bollywood actors Anupam Kher and Vivek Oberoi and director Madhur Bhandarkar were spotted at the Mumbai airport as they flew out to Ayodhya for the grand opening ceremony of Ram Mandir.
On being asked about his trip, Anupam Kher said, "We have been waiting for this day since a very long time."
Jan 22, 2024 07:17 (IST)
Ram Mandir Ceremony Live: Key Features Of Ram Temple In Ayodhya
The Ram temple in Ayodhya is designed in the traditional Nagar architectural style, which is mostly popular in the regions around Malwa, Rajputana and Kalinga.
Pillars and walls are adorned with carved statues of Gods and Goddesses.
(Photos credits: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra)
The Ram Mandir's dimensions are as follows: length (east to west) - 380 feet, width - 250 feet, and height - 161 feet.
Once completed, it will be a three-story structure with each floor having a height of 20 feet. The temple will have a total of 392 pillars and 44 gates.
(Photo credits: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra)
(Photo credits: AP)
The temple will have five pavilions -- Dance, Color, Sabha, Prayer, and Kirtan Pavilions.
Entry to the temple is from the east side, climbing 32 stairs from Singhdwar.
Jan 22, 2024 07:05 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony at the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya today. PM Modi has been preparing for the mega ceremony for the past 11 days by following rigorous rituals.
Jan 22, 2024 07:02 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live: Seven-Day Rituals Began On Jan 16
The process of 'pran pratishtha' has already started from January 16. The 'prayaschit' and 'karmakuti' puja was performed on January 16.
The 51-inch idol of Ram Lalla carved by Mysuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj entered the premises on January 17. It was then placed in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple on January 18.
'Aushadhivas', 'kesaradhivas', and 'ghritadhivas' were organized on January 19, 'dhanyadhivas' on January 19, 'sugardhivas', 'fruitdhivas', 'pushpadhivas' on January 20.
'Madhyadhivas' and 'shayadhivas' took place on January 21.
Jan 22, 2024 06:56 (IST)
Ram Temple Live Updates: 121 Acharyas To Monitor Consecration Ceremony
As many as 121 Acharyas will coordinate and monitor all the processes of the ritual of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony.
As many as 121 Acharyas will coordinate and monitor all the processes of the ritual of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony.
Varanasi's Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid will guide all the processes, while Varanasi's Laxmikant Mathuranath Dixit will be the chief Acharya.
Jan 22, 2024 06:51 (IST)
Ram Mandir Live Updates: 'Pran Pratishtha' To Begin At 12:20 PM
The 'pran pratishtha' at the Ram Mandir will begin at 12:20 pm. It is expected to conclude by 1 pm.
Jan 22, 2024 06:50 (IST)
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration Live Updates: Ram Temple Inauguration To Take Place Today
The much-awaited inauguration of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya will take place today.
The much-awaited inauguration of the grand Ram temple in Ayodhya will take place today.
The 'pran pratistha' (consecration ceremony) of Ram Lalla will be held in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and about 7,000 distinguished guests.
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