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...

October 21, 2025 2:59 PM

Operation Sindoor reflected Lord Ram’s teachings to fight injustice: PM Modi in Deepavali letter to Nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Deepavali greetings to the people of India on Tuesday, drawing a parallel between the teachings of Lord Ram and India’s recent military operation, Operation Sindoor. In a letter addressed to the nation, the Prime Minister said that the operation exemplified the country’s resolve to uphold righteousness and avenge injustice - values central to Lord Ram’s life and message. “This is the second Deepavali after the grand construction of the Ram Temple in...

September 25, 2025 3:11 PM

Ayodhya’s Ramleela draws large crowds amid Navratri festivities

Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, has been immersed in devotion as Navratri festivities continue with fervour. Adding to the spiritual atmosphere, the seventh edition of Ramleela is underway, staging episodes from the Ramayan and drawing growing crowds. Actor Rahull Bhuchar, who played the role of Lord Ram, said he was humbled by the response. “I am overwhelmed. I feel 18–20 crore people would have watched Ramleela from their homes on television,” he said. Bhuchar also extended a warm ...

February 7, 2025 12:58 PM

Prime Minister condoles the demise of Kameshwar Chaupal

Senior BJP leader and Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust trustee, Kameshwar Chaupal, passed away on Friday after a prolonged illness. Known for his key role in laying the first brick in the construction of the Ayodhya temple on November 9, 1989, Chaupal was a dedicated Ram Bhakt and a prominent political figure. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over Chaupal’s demise, hailing him as a devoted follower of Lord Ram and lauding his significant contribution to the Ram Templ...

November 10, 2024 5:19 PM

Nepal: Janakpur Dham prepares for Vivah Panchami celebration of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita

The historic city of Janakpur in Nepal is all set to host the annual Vivah Panchami festival, commemorating the wedding of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. This year’s celebrations will feature a special Tilakotsav ceremony, marking a significant spiritual event in the sacred city. For the first time, the Vivah Utsav will be preceded by the Tilakotsav, a ceremony symbolizing the formal acceptance of Lord Ram into the family of Goddess Sita. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, via its offi...