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Is Krishna Really the Reason Raksha Bandhan Began?

Every Raksha Bandhan, one popular story comes up again and again: Lord Krishna and Draupadi. But is that really the origin of Raksha Bandhan? According to a widely circulated Hindu devotional tradition, the story goes much further back, to the time of Lord Vishnu’s Vamana avatar, King Bali and Goddess…

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The Real Reason Maa Kali Is Fierce & Lakshmi Stays Gentle

There is something deeply striking about the contrast between Maa Kali and Maa Lakshmi. One appears terrifying, draped in darkness, wearing skulls and standing in raw, unapologetic power. The other radiates calm, seated on a lotus, symbolizing beauty, grace, and abundance. At first glance, they feel like opposites. But when…

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Vaishakh Purnima 2026: Date, Snaan, Daan & Puja Vidhi

Vaishakh Purnima is considered to be one of the most important religious days in Hindu tradition. Devotees worship Bhagwan Vishnu, provide charity or daan and take bath in holy rivers on this highly auspicious day. This full moon day is dedicated for spiritual purification and prosperity. In this article, we…

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Why Gold is Bought on Akshaya Tritiya: Mahabharata & Kubera Link

As Akshaya Tritiya is approaching, Indian markets have started to become lively. Indeed, this is the day in which we see long queues at Jewellery shops and families engaging in festive shopping. However, we must realise the fact that Akshaya Tritiya is not just about acquiring gold or making investments.…

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Shantakaram Bhujagashayanam: Vishnu Mantra for Peace & Protection

Lord Vishnu, the most powerful Protector and Preserver of the universe, is worshipped by Hindus all over the world. Hailed as a God of compassion and benevolence, Bhagwan protects Dharma or righteousness, thereby maintaining balance of the cosmos. The unity of Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi Devi, the Goddess of wealth,…

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4 Lord Vishnu Temples in South India Over 2000 Years Old

Lord Vishnu, who is believed to be one of the most powerful and important deities in Hinduism, is worshipped as the Protector and Preserver of the universe. Often referred to as Hari or Narayana, Bhagwan incarnates on earth in order to restore Dharma and cosmic balance during periods of evil.…

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Varuthini Ekadashi 2026: Date, Timings, Puja Vidhi & Significance

Ekadashi is considered to be extremely auspicious for worshipping Bhagwan Vishnu as per Hindu tradition. In fact, Lord Vishnu devotees all over the world observe fasts and offer sincere prayers to the Lord on this blessed day. It is believed that Bhagwan’s blessings will manifest in our lives in the…

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Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Date, Timings, Gold Muhurat & Significance

Akshaya Tritiya is believed to be one of the most auspicious festivals according to Hindu religious calendar. Dedicated to Lakshmi Devi, this festival is also known as the day of “never-ending” blessings. In fact, by engaging in prayers and rituals based on Panchang, we can attain the divine grace of…

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Chaitra Purnima 2026: Date, Puja Vidhi & Divine Significance

The Full Moon day or Purnima is believed to be a deeply sacred opportunity to worship Chandra Dev. Falling on the waxing moon’s 15th day, devotees observe fasts and perform auspicious rituals on this day. Furthermore, this day is also considered as the best time period to express our reverence…

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Lakshmi, Kubera & Ganesha Mantras for Wealth and Abundance

Material prosperity and wealth are two important aspects that can uplift the quality of our lives in numerous ways. Thousands of reasons for worries and stress will be removed when we build enough amounts of wealth and, as a result, become financially stable and comfortable in our life circumstances. Enlightened…

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4 Powerful Lakshmi Devi Temples in India for Wealth & Prosperity

Goddess Lakshmi is one of the most revered Hindu deities. Devi’s blessings can be particularly beneficial for students or young professional who are studying or are about to launch their careers. Religious leaders say that Lakshmi Devi represents the epitome of prosperity and beauty. She is the goddess who grants…

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TDP high command trying to cool down supporters of Gunda Lakshmi Devi, Venkata Ramana

TDP high command addresses supporters denied tickets in Srikakulam, promising to convey their concerns to party president.

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Gunda Lakshmi Devi vows to contest elections as an independent from Srikakulam

Former TDP MLA Gunda Lakshmi Devi to contest as independent in Srikakulam, causing uproar among followers of Gunda family.

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Denial of TDP ticket to former MLA triggers protest in Srikakulam

Former TDP MLA denied ticket in Srikakulam, sparking protests; party chooses new candidates for upcoming elections.

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People will teach a strong political lesson to YSR Congress in 2024 elections: former MLA Gunda Lakshmi Devi

Former TDP MLA Lakshmi Devi and Telugu Shakti org. president B.V. Ram flagged off Praja Chaitnya Yatra to highlight YSRCP's misrule. They interacted with TDP activists who were forced to remove their clothes during a cycle yatra and vowed to take the issue to NHRC. Yatra to cover all 26…

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2,400 runners participate in ‘Made of Chennai Run’

2,400 runners participated in the 'Made of Chennai Run' as part of 'The Hindu Festival of Chennai'. Nandhini Ramanadhan, C. Muralidharan, Ashitosh Singh, Lakshmi Devi, Vaishnavi Srinivasan, P. Bhaskar & Subash Cheran won the 10K & 5K runs.

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Special prayers offered in Goddess Lakshmi temples

Women devotees offered prayers to Goddess Lakshmi Devi on Varalakshmi Vratam in temples of Vizianagaram/Srikakulam. Priests narrated story of Charumathi, first to perform Puja. Special prayers in morning/evening in Ashtalakshmi temple. Devotees thronged Ashtalakshmi temple in PN Colony of Srikakulam. Trustee P. Jaganmohana Rao made arrangements for prayers/Vratam.

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Viveka murder case: CBI grills PA, maid’s son on ‘letter’ written by slain leader

The murder had come to light early on March 15, 2019, when watchman Ranganna, Krishna Reddy, Lakshmi Devi and Prakash found Vivekananda Reddy’s body lying in a pool of blood at his Pulivendula residence.

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Tenant farmers’ families in Andhra Pradesh struggle to make ends meet

28 families await government help in undivided Anantapur

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Stranded in Ukraine's bunkers, thousands of Indian students desperate for rescue

All through the night, as Russian forces drove deeper into Ukraine, a small group of Indian medical students in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv cowered in a dark basement under their apartment building, hearing a barrage of explosions.

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