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So far, Left and CPM leaders have been in trouble in connection with the Sabarimala gold loot. But, since both the CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) have been alternating in Kerala power politics, the BJP has been stating that the role of Congress …

GADAG: Lakkundi, renowned as the “land of temples” and a living testament to the artistic brilliance of the Kalyani Chalukyas, has once again drawn national attention with the discovery of rare archaeological remains. During the second day of excavation at the historic Veerabhadreshwara temple complex inside the Lakkundi fort, archaeologists …

Thiruvananthapuram: A scientific examination conducted at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) has confirmed that gold theft took place at Sabarimala. The report found a significant reduction in the quantity of gold in the Kattilapalli (Door frame) and Dwarapalaka sculptures that were returned after being taken away by Unnikrishnan for …

The Puranapool Darwaza Mysamma Temple, a historic shrine in the Old City of Hyderabad with deep cultural significance, believed to be a site where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj halted during his journey to Srisailam in 1677, was vandalised on January 14, 2026, triggering tension in the area and prompting a police …

The uncertainty surrounding the Mahamagh Kumbhmela has come to an end, with the Malappuram district administration granting conditional permission to resume preparations for the mega religious event scheduled from January 18, 2026 to February 3, 2026. The decision follows days of anxiety among organisers and devotees after authorities issued a …

Balrampur: The second day of the three-day Tatapani Mahotsav, being held in Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur, witnessed a vibrant blend of tradition and entertainment, drawing large crowds from across the region. A major highlight of the day was a tribal (Janjatiya) fashion walk where local students showcased the rich traditional attire and …

RAIPUR: Over 100 people who had embraced other religions reverted to Sanatan Dharma in a Ghar Wapsi event, held at Katangpali of Saraipali block in Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh on Friday, January 16. The Ghar Wapsi program was organised on the 5th day of the Vedic Shri Ram Katha and …

Between 2021 and early 2026, a series of deeply disturbing incidents involving the desecration of Hindu places of worship has come to light, raising significant concerns regarding communal harmony and the protection of religious sanctity. This report examines 19 documented cases across various states and even international borders where sacred …

Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), the country’s largest labour organisation working with a strong national perspective and commitment to workers’ welfare, will organise its 21st All India Conference from February 6 to 8, 2026, in the holy coastal city of Puri, Odisha. The three-day national conference is expected to …

When cultural traditions with deep civilisational roots endure, they often face attempts to be reshaped through new ideological narratives. In Kerala, critics have long accused Communist parties of secularising Onam. In Tamil Nadu, similar concerns are now being raised over Pongal, with allegations that the DMKand the newly formed TVK …