March 27, 2026 4:08 PM

Ram Navami: PM Modi witnesses ‘Surya Tilak’ of Ram Lalla

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually witnessed the sacred ‘Surya Tilak’ ceremony of Ram Lalla at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on the occasion of Ram Navami. “Feeling blessed to have witnessed the Surya Tilak that took place at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, Ayodhya,” PM Modi said in a post on WhatsApp. Sacred ‘Surya Tilak’ Illuminates Ram Lalla The Surya Tilak - a unique celestial phenomenon - took place precisely at noon, when a beam of sunlight was directed onto the ...

March 27, 2026 11:00 AM

Devotion sweeps nation: Ram Navami celebrated with grandeur from Ayodhya to Puri

A wave of devotion and spiritual fervour engulfed the country on Friday as millions of devotees thronged temples on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navami, marking the birth anniversary of Lord Ram. From Ayodhya to Patna, Puri to Belagavi, scenes of faith, celebration, and cultural vibrancy unfolded as devotees lined up in long queues to seek 'darshan' and offer prayers. In Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, an unprecedented surge of devotees flooded the holy city, turning it into a sea of...

March 19, 2026 4:01 PM

President Murmu emphasises ideals of Ram Rajya for nation building

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday visited the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya, where she offered prayers and had darshan of Ram Lalla. During her visit, the President performed aarti at various locations within the temple complex and participated in the Shri Ram Yantra Sthapana and pujan rituals. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu described the visit as a “supreme privilege,” saying it was a blessed occasion to be in Ayodhya - the birthplace of Prabhu Shri Ram - on the ausp...

March 19, 2026 2:57 PM

President Murmu to begin 3-day UP visit today, will offer prayers at Ram Temple

Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Ayodhya on Thursday to take part in a series of religious ceremonies at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, with extensive preparations and security arrangements already in place. During her visit, the President will install the Shri Ram Yantra and Shri Ram Naam temple on the second floor of the temple complex and participate in Vedic rituals beginning around 9 a.m. The ceremonies will be conducted by 51 Vedic scholars from southern India, Kashi and Ayodhya under t...

January 20, 2026 10:15 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan releases book on Ram Janmabhoomi Movement

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday released the book “Chalice of Ambrosia: Ram Janmabhoomi - Challenge and Response”, authored by former Secretary to the Government of India Surendra Kumar Pachauri, at the Vice President’s Enclave in New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the Vice President said the construction of the Shri Ram Mandir at Ayodhya marks a defining moment in India’s civilisational journey, where faith, history, law and democratic values converged with dignity and ...

January 20, 2026 10:13 PM

233-year-old Valmiki Ramayana manuscript gifted to Ram Katha Museum in Ayodhya

A rare 233-year-old Sanskrit manuscript of the Valmiki Ramayana has been formally gifted to the Antarrashtriya Ram Katha Sangrahalaya (International Ram Katha Museum) in Ayodhya, marking a significant moment in the preservation of India’s cultural and literary heritage. The manuscript was presented by Prof. Shrinivasa Varakhedi, Vice Chancellor of the Central Sanskrit University, to Nripendra Misra, Chairman of the Executive Council of the Prime Ministers Museum and Library (PMML) at Teen Mur...

December 31, 2025 3:05 PM

PM Modi extends greetings on second anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of the second anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, describing it as an important occasion for India’s faith and traditions. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Today, the second anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla is being celebrated on the sacred land of Ayodhya Ji. This anniversary is a divine festival of our faith and traditions. On th...

December 31, 2025 10:06 AM

Ayodhya sees surge of devotees on Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha anniversary

Ayodhya witnessed a massive influx of devotees on Wednesday as the holy city marked the second anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is commemorating the second anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha, which was performed on Paush Shukla Paksha Dwadashi in 2024 (January 22), as per Hindu calendar. The consecration of the Ram Lalla idol took place during an elaborate ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Mo...

November 25, 2025 4:52 PM

‘Dharma Dhwaja’ is a symbol of India’s civilizational renaissance: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted the saffron Dharma Dhwaja atop the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, marking a key milestone following the construction of the Ram Mandir. This ceremonial act served as the centerpiece of the day's proceedings, symbolizing the spiritual completion of the temple structure. Other dignitaries present during the momentous ceremony were Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) S...

November 25, 2025 1:59 PM

Ayodhya’s Sapt Mandir: A homage to seven guiding lights and companions of Lord Ram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday offered prayers at the Sapt Mandir located within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple complex in Ayodhya. The seven temples are dedicated to Maharishi Vashistha, Maharishi Vishwamitra, Maharishi Agastya, Maharishi Valmiki, Devi Ahilya, Nishadraj Guha and Mata Shabari - revered gurus, devotees and companions who played significant roles in Lord Ram’s life. Maharishi Vashistha Maharishi Vashistha, regarded as the royal guru of Lord Ram and believed to be th...