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Hindu devotees across Tamil Nadu are celebrating the auspicious festival of Vaikasi Visakam today, May 30. The occasion marks the divine birth of ‘Lord Murugan’ under the Visakam star during the Tamil month of Vaikasi. Revered as Murugan in South India and Kartikeya in North India, the deity holds a special place in Tamil culture […]
A mechanical elephant has been proposed for use in Hyderabad’s historic Bibi Ka Alam procession as a symbolic replacement for a real animal. The suggestion aims to ensure safety, tradition, and animal welfare during the religious event. Authorities and organisers are considering the proposal while maintaining the cultural significance of the annual procession.
Tirumala continues to witness heavy pilgrim rush as devotees face 17 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. All 32 compartments are currently full with waiting devotees. On the previous day, 74,569 pilgrims had darshan, while 46,292 offered tonsure. The temple recorded ₹3.80 crore in hundi collections and sold around 4.15 lakh laddus.
Amid heavy devotee rush during summer holidays and the weekend, the Srisailam temple board in AP has temporarily suspended VIP break touch darshans from May 29 to June 1. Temple authorities stated that only decorative darshan will be permitted. However, devotees who had already booked touch darshan tickets online will continue to receive darshan as […]
Tirumala continues to witness heavy pilgrim rush as devotees face 11 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. All 32 compartments are currently full with waiting devotees. On the previous day, 89,403 pilgrims had darshan, while 49,958 offered tonsure. The temple recorded ₹4.99 crore in hundi collections and sold around 4.22 lakh laddus.
Mosques and dargahs across India witnessed huge gatherings of devotees on the occasion of Bakrid celebrations today. Worshippers offered special prayers and participated in religious rituals with devotion. Prominent religious places saw tight security and festive scenes as people exchanged greetings and prayed for peace, prosperity and communal harmony.
Muslims across India are celebrating Eid al-Adha, popularly known as Bakrid, with faith. The festival is being marked through special prayers, charity and traditional rituals symbolizing sacrifice. Large gatherings were witnessed at mosques and Eidgahs as devotees offered Namaz. In some regions, the festival celebrations had already commenced a day earlier.
People in Jammu and Kashmir and Tamil Nadu are set to celebrate Bakrid a day earlier than several other Indian states due to differences in moon sighting confirmations. Religious authorities in these regions announced the festival date after local sightings. The variation follows Islamic lunar calendar traditions, which determine important religious occasions.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 22 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 32 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 89,403 devotees had darshan, while 44,234 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹4.01 crore.
Eid al-Adha, popularly known as Bakrid, is among the key festivals celebrated in Islam and carries deep spiritual meaning. The occasion commemorates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim, reflecting values of faith, and compassion. The tradition of Qurbani symbolizes dedication to divine principles, practice generosity, and a commitment to helping others.
Haj 2026 rituals have commenced as pilgrims arrived in Mina near Makkah despite soaring temperatures. Saudi authorities implemented extensive safety and health measures to manage crowds and prevent heat-related illnesses. Millions of Muslims from across the world are participating in the annual pilgrimage. Officials urged pilgrims to follow medical and safety advisories.
Tirumala continues to witness heavy pilgrim rush as devotees face nearly 21 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. All 32 compartments are currently full with waiting devotees. On the previous day, 98,058 pilgrims had darshan, while 49,234 offered tonsure. The temple recorded ₹4.09 crore in hundi collections and sold around 4.20 lakh […]
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of Islam’s Five Pillars, began today in Saudi Arabia. Over 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived amid sweltering heat and regional tensions linked to Iran-related conflict and a fragile ceasefire. Despite uncertainty, devotees perform rituals in Mecca with gratitude, using umbrellas, fans, and water support during the sacred journey.
Devotees are arriving in large numbers at Kedarnath temple in Uttarakhand, with footfall crossing 8 lakh already. Daily 25,000-30,000 pilgrims are visiting the shrine. To manage the surge, authorities have extended darshan hours from 16-18 hours to 22 hours a day, allowing smoother access. The increasing rush also reflects strong spiritual enthusiasm.
China successfully launched ‘Shenzhou-23’ mission carrying 3 astronauts aboard a Long March 2-F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Center. It marks a big milestone in Beijing’s growing space ambitions, including its target of landing humans on the Moon by 2030. One astronaut is expected to remain in orbit for a year, setting a record for […]