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The inland fishermen who light the Maha Deepam atop Tiruvannamalai

For centuries, fishermen of Paruvatha Raja Kulam have been entrusted with lighting the copper cauldron atop Annamalai Hills on Maha Deepam. Manikandan and his nephew, Ravishankar, are part of the tradition. They carry the cauldron, ghee, camphor, and cotton cloth for the ritual. 2,500 people witness the event, while only…

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Bucolic rural scape’s transition to a burgeoning urban space

Maheshwaram, a village in Hyderabad, is home to an ancient Shiva temple and a bustling real estate market. With a population of 5,46,577, the constituency has a high per capita income of ₹7.58 lakh. The 2018 election saw Sabitha Indra Reddy win the seat on an Indian National Congress ticket.…

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Love, ‘marriage’, and a triple murder in Bihar

Devi, between tears and practical exchanges with relatives, says, “I want him hanged.”Devi's daughter and two sons killed by man living across street. Police say Ashish Choudhary, 25, used two 9-mm pistols to shoot family members. Choudhary and Devi's daughter allegedly married in Patna, but Devi denies. Neighbours claim couple's…

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A warrior from a remote village who conquered a great city of Chalukyas

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How a massive all-granite, hand-carved Hindu temple ended up on Hawaii's lush Kauai Island

The island of Kauai is home to the only all-stone, hand-carved Hindu temple in the West, built without power tools or electricity

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Shivaji statues in Telangana: BJP’s politics of Hindu right-wing iconography, Dalit backlash

The Bharatiya Janata Party has worked aggressively to make electoral gains in Telangana. But the primary contest in the state is between the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi and the Congress, while the BJP remains a distant third in the political discourse.

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As States go to the polls, Rahul Gandhi heads to Kedarnath for a ‘personal spiritual journey’

The BJP views it as an attempt to copy Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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Kapaleeswarar temple, where traditions live

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Manaveeyam Veedhi brawl: one arrested

Museum police arrest one in connection to brawl at Manaveeyam Veedhi. Shiva of Karamana suspected to be part of gang that assaulted Aksal. Police intensify surveillance & enforcement, commence checks for substance abuse. Report submitted to District Police Chief to recommend ban on using microphone/loudspeakers after midnight & registration for…

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1,300-year-old Pallava paintings in ruins at Tamil Nadu’s Panamalai

Neglect has taken a toll on 1,300-yr-old Pallava period paintings at Talagirishwara temple in Villupuram. Only face of goddess Parvathi and few patches remain. Devotees visit daily. Paintings resemble Ajantha and Chithannavasal. Created by covering walls with paste of limestone and sand. Restoration possible with help of experts.

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‘Annabishekam’ performed at Shiva temples

On Sat., Annabishekam, anointing of the Shivalingam, was performed with religious fervour & gaiety at Shiva temples in Thanjavur district. 1000kg cooked rice, 900kg vegetables & fruits were used to cover the 13-ft-high Peruvudaiyar & maha arathi was performed. Later, prasadam was distributed after theerthavari. Similar events were held at…

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Attacked by Hamas at home, Israeli survivors find solace in a hotel

Residents of a kibbutz near Israel's border with Gaza are living in a hotel after Hamas killed dozens of people and destroyed homes in their community.

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Chittoor SP denies political angle in ‘attack’ on TDP activists at Punganur

Superintendent of Police Y. Rishant Reddy on October 22 (Sunday) denied any political angle in the reported attack on a five-member Telugu Desam Party (TDP) group, which was on a cycle yatra to Kuppam from Srikakulam, at Punganur on October 20. “The police began the investigation on October 21 after…

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Shardiya Navaratri Day 9: Devoted to Goddess Siddhidatri; People throng Temples in large numbers

Sharad Navaratri occurs at the onset of the autumn season, whereas Chaitra Navaratri occurs in the spring. Must read further on Dynamite News:

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Dasara celebrations begin on a grand note at Srisailam temple

The Navaratri Brahmotsavams began on a grand note at the Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple at Srisailam on October 15 (Sunday). The temple is one of the Dwadasa Jyotirlinga temples and Ashtadasa Shakti Peethams in India. Bhramaramba Devi, the consort of Lord Shiva, will be adorned with the Navadurga alankaram during the…

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PM Modi on 1-day visit to Uttarakhand's Kumaon region, will inaugurate development projects

PM Modi to visit Kumaon region of Uttarakhand on Thursday. Will lay foundation stones of projects, offer prayers at Jageshwar Dham and Parvati Kund, visit Gunji village, interact with locals, and address public meeting in Pithoragarh. Cultural troupes to welcome him with murals and paintings. Will begin with darshan of…

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West Bengal: Md Ali Park Durga Puja Pandal to celebrate Shiva-Shakti with ‘Kedarnath Temple’ theme

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Two held while transporting 250 kg of marijuana

SOT nabs 2 men smuggling 250 kg marijuana to Hyderabad, other states; uncle's drug case led to arrest.

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Naga cuisine, an artsy deli, a chocolate nook: Mumbai’s three new cafés

When it comes to dining out, only few cities can match Mumbai. Be it their vibe or openness to experimenting with new cuisines, the city’s restaurants are unparalleled — where else can you see a café with a total of three seats? Or a restaurant that houses a Shiva temple?…

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Gujarat: Devotees congregate at Somnath temple on last Monday of 'Nija Sawan'

The temple is believed to be the first among the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva and is an important pilgrimage and tourist site in Gujarat. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Nataraja statue at Bharat Mandapam will stand as a testament to India's age-old artistry and traditions: PM Modi

The World’s largest Nataraja statue made from ‘Ashtadhatu’ (eight metals) was installed in front of Bharat Mandapam on Tuesday, which is the venue for the G20 summit in the national capital. Read further on Dynamite News

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Youth killed in attack by sister’s former schoolmate

Two siblings attacked in LB Nagar, Hyderabad: brother died, sister injured. Attacker was former schoolmate of sister. Locals caught him and handed him to police. Police booked him under sections 302 and 307 of IPC. Motive yet to be established.

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Amarnath Yatra 2023 Ends: Chhari Mubarak leads final puja at Cave Shrine

Mahant Deependra Giri, the custodian of Chhari Mubarak or Silver mace, led the final puja at the cave shrine of Amarnath on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Ganesh Mandarthi’s play on Draupadi wins hearts in Shivamogga

Ganesh Mandarthi's musical play, 'Droupathi Heltavle', brings Kumara Vyasa's Karantaka Bharata Kathamanjari and folk version Janapada Bharata together. The play, staged by Bengaluru's Rangasthe troupe, received much appreciation from the audience. It features Draupadi as the central character and has all elements to connect with the new audience. Actors playing…

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Madhya Pradesh: Devotees throng Mahakaleshwar Temple on last ‘Shravan Somvar’ in Ujjain

A huge number of devotees thronged the Mahakaleshwar temple situated in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain district to offer prayer to Lord Shiva on the occasion of the sixth ‘Shravan’ monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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