The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) of Andhra Pradesh have prepared 1one lakh laddus for the Ayodhya Ram Temple "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony, which will be held on January 22.
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19 Jan, 22:47 (IST)
On Friday, January 19, the Rajasthan Government issued an order to close all the state's slaughterhouses and meat and fish shops on January 22. The order to close the state's slaughterhouses and meat and fish shops has been issued in view of the Ayodhya Ram Temple 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony.
19 Jan, 22:05 (IST)
Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Friday, January 19, said that the BJP politicised the pran pratishtha ceremony of Ram Temple in Ayodhya without a reason. "Ram Lalla belongs to everyone," he said.
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19 Jan, 21:18 (IST)
On Friday, January 19, the Madhya Pradesh government announced a half day for all government offices in the state on January 22 in view of the Ayodhya Ram Temple "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony.
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19 Jan, 20:34 (IST)
Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray attacked the opposition party and said that the Enforcement Directorate is an active part of the NDA. "They have jailed Suraj Sawant, Kishori Pednekar and leaders like Rajan Salvi continue to face pressures to leave the party but these are brave people who stand good in their stead." he said.
19 Jan, 19:43 (IST)
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy unveiled the Statue of Social Justice in Vijayawada today. The "Statue of Social Justice" has been constructed as a tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar. Read more here.
19 Jan, 19:04 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 6th Khelo India Youth Games 2023 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, Tamil Nadu on Friday, January 19, 2024. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Union Minister Anurag Thakur are also present on the occasion.
PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates 6th Khelo India Youth Games 2023
19 Jan, 18:39 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, January 19, attended the opening ceremony of the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 in Chennai. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur were also present on the occasion.
19 Jan, 18:08 (IST)
After Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Assam, and others, the state of Maharashtra has also reportedly announced a public holiday on January 22. All schools, colleges, and government offices will remain shut in the state on January 22. This comes after BJP leader and cabinet minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha recently demanded a public holiday in the state on the occasion in order to honour the significant Hindu event.
Maharashtra Government Declares Public Holiday on January 22
19 Jan, 17:32 (IST)
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inspected the arrangements in Ayodhya on Friday, January 18, and expressed satisfaction with the planning and execution. "The administration at the local level has made all the arrangements whether it is coordination with the trust at the local level or traffic or security. Preparations for the program with full grandeur and divinity are complete and are in the final stages," he said.
19 Jan, 17:01 (IST)
India has achieved a significant milestone by being elected as the First Vice Chair of the FAO COFI Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management, as announced by the Embassy of India in Italy via Twitter. The tweet highlighted India's prominent position as one of the leading fishing nations, boasting a vast community of over 28 million inland and marine fishers. This notable role in the crucial Sub-Committee positions India as a representative of the Global South in fisheries management.
India Assumes Vice Chair Position in FAO COFI Fisheries Management
19 Jan, 16:03 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, January 19, said that Bengaluru is a city that connects aspirations with innovation and achievement. His statement came during the inauguration of the new Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Read more here.
19 Jan, 15:13 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka on Friday, January 19, 2024. CM Siddaramaiah was also present at the occasion.
PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates New BIETC Campus in Bengaluru
19 Jan, 15:09 (IST)
In anticipation of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir on January 22, security measures have been significantly bolstered in Ayodhya. The move is part of the preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the auspicious event.
Security Beefed up in Ayodhya
19 Jan, 14:30 (IST)
A fire broke out in a room on the 6th floor of the DRDO office in North Delhi on Friday, January 19, 2024. According to Delhi Fire Service, the fire was brought under control and the cooling process is underway. No injuries were reported during the incident. More details are awaited.
Fire Breaks Out at DRDO Office in Delhi
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19 Jan, 14:09 (IST)
Ahead of the forthcoming Republic Day on January 26, 2024, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a āFlag Codeā to states and Union Territories (UTs). āEnsure that on the occasions of important national, cultural and sports events, flags used by the public, made of paper are not discarded or thrown on the ground after the eventā, the circular issued by MHA read. āSuch flags are to be disposed of, in private, consistent with the dignity of the flagā, it added.
Home Ministry Issues āFlag CodeāĀ
19 Jan, 13:32 (IST)
In light of the upcoming Republic Day celebrations, Delhi International Airport Limited has announced a temporary halt in flight operations. No flights will arrive or depart from Delhi Airport between 10:20 am and 12:45 pm IST from January 19 to January 26, 2024. Passengers are advised to check their flight schedules and plan their travel accordingly during this period.
Republic Day Celebrations Affect Flight Operations at Delhi Airport
19 Jan, 13:10 (IST)
The first images of the Ram Lalla idol, positioned within the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, have been revealed. The idol, standing at 51 inches and wrapped in a white cloth, is in a standing posture. Weighing over 150 kg, the idol was crafted by the esteemed sculptor, Arun Yogiraj.
Images of Ram Lalla Idol
19 Jan, 12:32 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens across the country to illuminate their homes with āRam Jyotiā on January 22. This call for nationwide participation comes as a part of the celebrations marking the auspicious occasion of Ram Mandir consecration ceremony.
PM Modi Calls for Nationwide Illumination with Ram Jyoti on January 22
19 Jan, 12:07 (IST)
Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra, who was expelled from the Lok Sabha last month due to alleged unethical conduct, has vacated her government bungalow in Delhi today, January 19, Friday, at 10 am. Moitra, a former TMC MP, had received an eviction notice from the Directorate of Estates (DoE) weeks after her expulsion from the Lok Sabha over the cash-for-query scam. The move marks the end of her official residence tenure following her parliamentary exit.
Mahua Moitra Vacates Bungalow
Mumbai, January 19:Ā Preparations are in full swing to welcome Lord Ram and inaugurate the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, on January 22. The third day of the pre-consecration ceremonies at Ayodhya saw the idol of Ram Lalla being brought into the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple. Later, the idol of Lord Ram was placed in the "Garbha Griha" of the temple, thereby making a momentous milestone in the temple's history ahead of the "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony.
In Mumbai's neighbouring Thane, a blast occurred at a chemical factory in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Badlapur, resulting in five injuries. On the other hand, a man from Mumbai approached the Bombay High Court to challenge the Maharashtra Government's decision to build a 120-acre theme park at the Mahalaxmi Race Course. The petitioner called the state government's decision an "environmental disaster".
Globally, the tension between Iran and Pakistan continued for the third day as Pakistan's Prime Minister, Anwar ul Haq Kakar, cut short his Davos visit following Iran-Pakistan retaliatory strikes. Earlier, Pakistan launched attacks against "terrorist hideouts" in Iran a day after threatening Tehran with "serious consequences. India and Pakistan's neighbour China witnessed a major population decline for the second consecutive year after the country reported a record-low birth rate.
A tragic incident occurred in Gujarat when a boat carrying school children capsized in Vadodara's Harni Motnath Lake. 12 children and two teachers died in the said incident. Miles away from Gujarat, a shocking case of animal cruelty came to light in Tamil Nadu, where a YouTuber and his friend allegedly fed a live rooster to a bull in Salem. On the other hand, five people died after a fire broke out at a house in the Pitampura area.
In the sporting world, India suffered a crushing defeat after it lost the AFC Asian Cup 2023 match to Uzbekistan by 0-3 defeat. Former India captain MS Dhoni was seen supporting the women's hockey team, who faced Germany in the first semifinal of the FIH Olympic Qualifiers 2024. In cricket, Australian captain Pat Cummins surpassed former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie to become the ninth-highest wicket-taker for his country in tests.
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