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

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 ...

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta distributes bicycles to schoolgirls, performs Kanya Pujan

March 26, 2026 1:19 PM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta distributes bicycles to schoolgirls, performs Kanya Pujan

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday performed Kanya Pujan in Pitampura and distributed bicycles to around 1,000 girl students from nine schools. She reiterated her commitment to ensuring that every girl in the national capital can complete her education without any obstacles. Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister said, “Every daughter in Delhi should be able to complete her education without any hindrance — finish school, graduate, and become whatever she aspires to be. The go...

PM Modi extends Ram Navami greetings, highlights Lord Ram’s ideals

March 26, 2026 12:32 PM

PM Modi extends Ram Navami greetings, highlights Lord Ram’s ideals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of Ram Navami, emphasising the enduring relevance of Lord Ram’s life and values. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister said that the life of Lord Ram, characterised by sacrifice, penance and self-restraint, continues to inspire people to face every situation with strength and determination. He noted that Lord Ram’s ideals will remain a guiding force not only for the people of India but for human...

Devotees across country flock to temples for Durga Ashtami prayers

March 26, 2026 10:44 AM

Devotees across country flock to temples for Durga Ashtami prayers

Devotees across the country flocked to temples on Thursday to celebrate Durga Ashtami, one of the most significant days of the Chaitra Navratri festival. Temple premises resonated with chants, hymns, and devotional songs, creating a vibrant spiritual atmosphere as thousands gathered to offer prayers. In the national capital, a large number of devotees thronged the Jhandewalan Temple, where celebrations were held with great enthusiasm. The temple premises were filled with devotees singing bhajan...

BSE, NSE to remain shut on account of Ram Navami

March 26, 2026 9:56 AM

BSE, NSE to remain shut on account of Ram Navami

The Indian stock markets will remain closed for trading on Thursday on the occasion of Ram Navami. According to the stock market holiday calendar, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain shut, and no trading will take place. Moreover, the Equity Segment, Equity Derivatives Segment, Currency Derivatives Segment, as well as the NDS-RST and Tri-Party Repo segments, will remain closed for trading. The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) has declared a...

Odisha CM directs strict vigilance for smooth conduct of Ram Navami festival

March 25, 2026 2:15 PM

Odisha CM directs strict vigilance for smooth conduct of Ram Navami festival

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi issued firm instructions to the police administration to maintain law and order across the state during the upcoming Ram Navami celebrations on March 27. Chairing a high-level meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan , the Chief Minister emphasised the need for strict vigilance and effective management to ensure peaceful observance of the festival throughout Odisha. It may be noted that in 2025, the festival was conducted peacefully due to extensive precautionary meas...

PM Modi extends greetings on Ram Navami, calls for new consciousness and unity for a prosperous India

April 6, 2025 8:42 AM

PM Modi extends greetings on Ram Navami, calls for new consciousness and unity for a prosperous India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings for 'Ram Navami' on Sunday and wished for renewed enthusiasm in the lives of countrymen. Taking to X, PM Modi said, "Heartfelt greetings to all countrymen on the occasion of Ram Navami. May this holy and sacred occasion of Lord Shri Ram's birth festival bring new consciousness and fresh enthusiasm into all your lives and continuously provide new energy to the resolve of a strong, prosperous, and capable India. Jai Shri Ram!" PM Modi will visi...

Devotees throng Ayodhya temple, take holy dip on occasion of Ram Navami

April 6, 2025 8:07 AM

Devotees throng Ayodhya temple, take holy dip on occasion of Ram Navami

Scores of devotees thronged Ayodhya's Ram Temple on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami on Sunday morning. Before visiting the temple, many took a holy dip in the Saryu River in Ayodhya. Ram Navami is celebrated across India every year on the last day of Chaitra Navaratri to mark the birth of Lord Rama. On this day, young girls representing the nine forms of the goddess Durga are offered gifts and prasad. The Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya was adorned with vibrant flowers and dazzling lig...

“Today Ayodhya is in unparalleled joy”: PM Modi extends wishes on Ram Navami, first after ‘Pran Pratishtha’ at Ram temple

September 16, 2024 5:55 PM

“Today Ayodhya is in unparalleled joy”: PM Modi extends wishes on Ram Navami, first after ‘Pran Pratishtha’ at Ram temple

As Ayodhya gears up for the first Ram Navami celebrations on Wednesday after the 'Pran Pratistha' ceremony at the Ram temple,  Senior BJP leader and Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that after waiting for five centuries, the people have gotten the privilege of celebrating the festival in this manner. "This is the first Ram Navami when our Ram Lalla has been enthroned in the grand Ram temple of Ayodhya. Today, Ayodhya is in unparalleled joy in this celebration of Rama Navami. After waiting for...