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7 Ancient Temples in Tamil Nadu's Kaveri Delta That Are Older Than Most Countries

Brihadeeswarar Temple, ThanjavurWhen the Chola king Raja Raja I completed Brihadeeswarar in 1010 CE, the Normans had not yet crossed the English Channel. The vimana, the tower above the sanctum, rises 66 metres from the ground and was, for centuries, the tallest stone structure in the Indian subcontinent. The shadow…

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Navagrahas Are Not About Fate: Understanding the Planetary Forces That Shape Your Karma

The Nine Are Not Watching YouThe Navagrahas do not sit in a courtroom. That framing, nine cosmic judges tallying your sins and scheduling your suffering, is the most common misreading of one of Vedic thought's most sophisticated ideas. The Surya Siddhanta, one of the oldest Sanskrit astronomical texts, describes the…

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4 Must-Visit Vishnu Temples in India Over 1000 Years Old

Lord Vishnu is worshipped as the Preserver and Protector of the universe within the Trimurti, alongside Bhagwan Brahma and Lord Shiva. It is believed that Lord Vishnu maintains dharma or cosmic order in this universe by incarnating on earth whenever evil begins to spread like wild fire. Any sincere devotee…

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4 Lord Rama Temples in South India Every Devotee Must Visit

Bhagwan Rama is considered as the Maryada Purshottam, the ideal man. The Lord’s commitment to values such as righteousness, truth, compassion and courage are supreme. Therefore, the belief is that these values can strengthen in the hearts of Lord Ramachandra’s sincere devotees. In fact, if you are planning for a…

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4 Ram Temples in South India Where Miracles Still Happen

“रामो विग्रहवान् धर्मः साधुः सत्यपराक्रमः।” There are moments in life when logic feels insufficient. When efforts seem exhausted and hope grows quiet, many turn inward and upward. For millions across India, that upward glance rests on one name, Rama. Not just the hero of an ancient epic, but a presence…

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Why Lord Shiva Moved Nandi for a Devotee: The Untold Miracle of Pattishwaram

Near Kumbakonam, on the sacred banks of River Kaveri, lies Pattishwaram, an ancient town known for unwavering devotion and divine grace. The Dhenupurishwarar Temple here stands as a living testimony of Lord Shiva honoring pure bhakti. According to sacred tradition, Shiva altered temple customs to bless His devotee, showing that…

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5 Sun Temples in India That Hold Ancient Secrets You Never Knew

Since ancient times, the Sun, or Surya, has been worshipped as the source of life, energy, and light. Ancient Indian architects celebrated this celestial force by building grand Sun Temples across the country, combining devotion with exceptional craftsmanship. These temples are masterpieces of art, astronomy, and architecture, reflecting the knowledge…

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The 1992 Mahamakham tragedy at Kumbakonam and two accounts

Mahamakham tragedy of 1992 in Kumbakonam, where 48 died in a stampede, still haunts memories.

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Six arrested for assaulting a TNSTC driver in Kumbakonam

Six men were arrested for assaulting a driver of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) at Old Palakkarai area in Kumbakonam.

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AIADMK candidate in Mayiladuthurai faces the heat from sugarcane farmers

The AIADMK candidate for the Mayiladuthurai Parliamentary Constituency P. Babu was flooded with questions from sugarcane cultivators attached to the erstwhile private sugar mill at Thirumandankudi on Tuesday during his electioneering on the outskirts of Kumbakonam.

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O.S. Manian promises to work for creation of Kumbakonam district by 2026

AIADMK leader and former Minister O.S. Manian on Sunday said a new district with Kumbakonam as headquarters would be established when his party returns to power in 2026 in Tamil Nadu.

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AC bus service to be launched as scheduled

The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, Kumbakonam Division, has announced that the air-conditioned bus service for the Navagraha Temple pilgrims will be launched as scheduled on March 25

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Two sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering engineering college student in 2019

The Additional District Court (Fast Track Court), Kumbakonam, convicted and sentenced two persons to life imprisonment for murdering an engineering college student in 2019

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Labour union demands shifting of paddy bags from DPCs in Kumbakonam and Thiruvidaimaruthur to Thanjavur

The TNCSC Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh has drawn the attention of the Thanjavur district administration to the non-transfer of paddy bags from the direct procurement centres (DPC) in Kumbakonam and Thiruvidaimaruthur taluks to Thanjavur

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TNSTC to run Navagraha temple service buses daily

The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Kumbakonam Division, has decided to operate services to Navagraha temples daily

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Thousands take a holy dip at the temple tank in Kumbakonam during ‘Masi Maham’

Thousands of devotees thronged the ghats of Mahamaham tank at Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district to take a holy dip on the occasion of “Masi Maham” celebrated with religious fervour on Saturday

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Minister S.S. Sivasankar inaugurates Navagraha temple tour bus service from Kumbakonam

Transport Minister S.S. Sivasankar inaugurated the Navagraha temple tour bus service of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) at Kumbakonam on Saturday

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Construction of Yatri Nivas in Kumbakonam to begin soon

The Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department is all set to begin the construction of the much-awaited Yatri Nivas in the temple town of Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district to cater to the needs of pilgrims

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TNSTC’s navagraha temple tour package may become a trendsetter

The initiative of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Kumbakonam Division, to run a one-day weekend pilgrimage tour of the Navagraha temples in the Delta region could be a trendsetter, provided the State government undertaking identifies one or two potential religious tour packages and offers it at an affordable…

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The three betel leaf varieties of Tamil Nadu that stand out for their taste and aroma

Tamil Nadu betel leaves, including Sholavandan, Authoor, and Kumbakonam varieties, are famous for their taste & aroma. They are used in religious ceremonies, herbal preparations, & exported to some countries.

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Idol Wing CID seizes three metal idols meant for illegal sale in Pudukottai, arrests nine persons

Idol Wing CID arrests nine in connection to illegal sale of three metal idols. Team formed by Additional Superintendent of Police G. Balamurugan, received info about gangs in Chennai, Pudukottai, Tiruchi, Madurai and Kumbakonam. Negotiated with gang to purchase idols for ₹10 crore, detained four and arrested five more. Case…

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Kalpathy delegation visits Mayiladuthurai

The visit to Tamil Nadu temples was a ritual and considered auspicious, as the festival of Mayuranathaswamy Temple at Mayiladuthurai is widely believed to be the forebear of Kalpathy car fest.

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SETC to operate buses from Tamabaram and Poonamallee termini ahead of Ayudha Puja

SETC to operate express buses from Tambaram MEPZ & Poonamallee to decongest Koyambedu. Buses to Tiruvannamalai, Vandavasi, Senji, Panruti, Vadalur, Chidambaram, Vellore, Arani, Arcot, Thirupathur, Kancheepuram, Hosur, Tiruttani, Puducherry, Cuddalore, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Velankanni, Tiruchi, Madurai, Tirunelveli. SETC to ease congestion at Koyambedu ahead of Ayudha Pooja.

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Kumbakonam railway station to have lounges, eateries as part of redevelopment plan

DPR for Kumbakonam station, one of the major stations in Tiruchi Division, is being prepared. Cost of redevelopment estimated at ₹200 crore. Projects planned include separate departure/arrival plaza, lush green landscaping, ticket vending machines, retiring rooms, paid lounge, ramp, shelter coverage, food/beverage outlets, baggage scanners, lifts, multi-level parking, waiting halls,…

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Mathematician Ruixiang Zhang to receive 2023 Sastra Ramanujan Prize

Dr. Zhang, Assistant Professor at UC Berkeley, USA, will receive the 2023 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize for his outstanding contributions in mathematics. The prize, consisting of a USD 10,000 cash award, will be presented at an international conference in Kumbakonam, Ramanujan's hometown.

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