Yogi Adityanath

November 25, 2025 1:59 PM

PM Modi hoists sacred ‘Dharma Dhwaja’ atop Ayodhya Ram Temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted 'Dharma Dhwaja' atop the 191-feet 'shikhar' of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, marking the formal completion of the temple’s construction. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel were also present during the ceremony. The flag-hoisting was conducted during the Abhijit Muhurat on Vivah Panchami, considered an auspicious period associated with Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. The Dharma ...

November 25, 2025 3:49 PM

Ayodhya: PM Modi offers prayers at Ram Temple, Sapt Mandir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday offered prayers to Shri Ram Lalla amid Vedic mantra chants at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Garbha Grah in Ayodhya. He was accompanied by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel. The Prime Minister also offered prayers at the at Mata Annapurna Mandir, Saptmandir, Sheshavtar Mandir ahead of the flag-hoisting ceremony at the temple. Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath welcomed him a...

November 25, 2025 11:11 AM

Ayodhya: Pictures of ‘Dharma Dhwaja’ emerge ahead of grand flag-hoisting ceremony by PM Modi

The first images of the sacred flag that will be hoisted atop the Ram Temple emerged on Tuesday ahead of the grand ceremony. A especially-crafted flag, measuring 22 feet in length and 11 feet in width, will be hoisted to commemorate the occasion. Designed by a parachute specialist from Ahmedabad, the flag weighs between two and three kilograms and has been engineered to withstand the conditions atop the 161-feet summit of the temple and the 42-feet flagpole. The radiant Sun on the flag is regar...

November 25, 2025 10:47 AM

PM Modi holds roadshow ahead of flag-hoisting ceremony at Ayodhya Ram Temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a roadshow in Ayodhya ahead of the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, where he will hoist the sacred saffron flag atop the temple's 191-foot-high shikhara. Hundreds of devotees welcomed the Prime Minister with a tricolour in their hands as he headed to the Ram Temple for the ceremony. Earlier today, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath welcomed PM Modi at the Ayodhya airport. "A hearty welcome and felicitation to the esteemed Prime Min...

November 25, 2025 10:46 AM

‘Proud to be Ram Lalla’s neighbour’: Local resident hails Ayodhya’s transformation ahead of PM Modi’s visit

Ayodhya is witnessing an atmosphere of devotion and celebration as thousands of devotees gathered ahead of the historic flag-hoisting ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist a saffron flag atop the temple’s 191-feet shikhara, marking a significant cultural and spiritual milestone. The ceremony, scheduled around noon, symbolises the completion of the temple’s construction and is being held on the auspicious Panchami of the Shukla Paksha...

October 18, 2025 3:40 PM

India flags off first BrahMos missile batch from Lucknow facility; every inch of Pakistan now within reach, says Rajnath Singh

Marking a major milestone in India's defence manufacturing drive, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles produced at the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. The facility, a key node in the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor, began operations just five months after its virtual inauguration in May. Describing the BrahMos as more than just a missile, Singh called it a “sym...

September 30, 2025 12:26 PM

Maa Durga’s blessings: President Murmu, PM Modi greet country on Maha Ashtami

On the sacred occasion of Maha Ashtami, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings to the nation, celebrating Durga Puja and Navratri, invoking the blessings of Maa Durga for peace, prosperity, and well-being. In a post on X, President Murmu highlighted the cultural, spiritual, and social essence of the festival. Her post, originally in Hindi, read in translation: "On the holy occasion of Durga Puja, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to...

September 26, 2025 10:14 AM

PM Modi extends greetings on Navratri’s fifth day, prays to Skandamata

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings on the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri, invoking the blessings of Goddess Skandamata for the well-being of all devotees. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote: “During Navratri, today there is a special worship of the fifth form of the Mother, Devi Skandamata. With folded hands, we pray to her that she blesses all her devotees with happiness, prosperity, and good fortune. May her motherly affection infuse new energy and enthusiasm in...

August 27, 2025 4:56 PM

UP govt to launch ‘No Helmet, No Fuel’ campaign from September 1

The Uttar Pradesh government will launch a month-long campaign, 'No Helmet, No Fuel', from September 1, under which petrol pumps will deny fuel to two-wheeler riders not wearing helmets, the state government announced on Wednesday. According to an official release, the drive will be led by district magistrates in coordination with road safety committees. Police, transport, revenue, and district administration officials will work together to ensure compliance with helmet rules under the Motor Ve...

August 14, 2025 10:40 AM

UP Assembly’s first-ever 24-hour debate on ‘Vision 2047’ underway to chart development roadmap

A 24-hour discussion on the 'Vision Document 2047' is underway in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, with senior ministers outlining plans for economic growth, social justice, environmental protection, and infrastructure development. The historic marathon debate began on Wednesday, with the state government reaffirming its goal of making Uttar Pradesh the most developed state in the country by 2047, targeting zero poverty, world-class infrastructure, and advanced technology. Chief Ministe...