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5 Ram Temples in India with Hidden Ramayana Secrets

There is something profoundly captivating about the Ramayana- not merely as a sacred narrative, but as a living geography that continues to breathe through the temples, rivers, and landscapes of India. What makes this epic extraordinary is that its story is not locked in the past; it is scattered across…

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Why Ashwatthama Is Believed To Still Roam The Earth

Among all the mysterious characters of the Mahabharata, Ashwatthama remains one of the most fascinating. Many people believe that he still roams forests, temples, and remote places across India, carrying the curse given to him by Lord Krishna. Stories about his sightings continue even today, making him one of the…

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2 Must-Visit Ganesha Temples in India Nearly 2000 Years Old

Lord Ganesha is one of the most powerful and revered deities in Hinduism. Being the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati Devi, the Bhagwan has been worshipped for thousands of years. Indeed, paying homage to Lord Vighnaharta before beginning any new venture is a deep rooted cultural and religious practice…

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Ambarnath Shiva Temple: 1000-Year-Old History & Mahabharata Link

Constructed during the reigning period of Shilahara dynasty in 1060 AD, Ambarnath Temple or Ambeshwar Shiva Temple is a hidden gem that reflects the architectural and spiritual heritage of India. The temple is carved in stone and devotees consistently report that the temple premise is filled with a vibrational, divine…

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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 Divine Jyotirlingas That Transform a Shiva Devotee’s Soul

Hinduism considers the 12 Jyotirlinga temples of Lord Shiva as some of the most sacred shrines in existence. In fact, it is believed that Jyotiringas emerged on their own contrary to most other temples where the idols are consecrated. Therefore, a pilgrimage to these spots can result in the transition…

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5 Sacred Places Where Sita Mata’s Presence Is Still Felt Today

“जनकसुता जगजननि जानकी। अतिसय प्रिय करुणानिधान की॥” Sita Mata is not remembered only as the wife of Lord Rama. She is revered as Janaki, daughter of King Janaka, and as Bhumija, the daughter of the Earth. In the Ramayana, her life moves through moments of joy, exile, trial and ultimate…

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6 Sacred Forest Regions Mentioned in Ramayana

“वनानि रामस्य सखा, वनानि धर्मस्य मार्गः। राज्यं त्यक्त्वा यः प्रविष्टः, स वनं प्राप्य स्वयम् ज्ञातः॥” The Ramayana is not only the story of a prince in exile. It is the story of a man who walked into the forest and discovered who he truly was. When Lord Rama left Ayodhya,…

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Why Hanuman Is Worshipped So Differently in Every Indian State

“मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम्। वातात्मजं वानरयूथमुख्यंश्रीरामदूतं शरणं प्रपद्ये॥” Fast as the mind, strong as the wind, disciplined in the senses, supreme in wisdom. This ancient verse describes Hanuman in four lines, yet across India, those four qualities unfold in remarkably different ways. Travel from Varanasi to Madurai, from Hampi…

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Indian Turtle: Species Diversity, Habitat and Conservation Importance

Why should we avoid keeping turtles as pets?Turtles and tortoises, with their unique traits and tranquil demeanor, have often been sought-after exotic pets. Nevertheless, it's crucial to realize that these animals are unfit for domestic life for various reasons. Turtles aren’t easy pets:Turtles and tortoises demand specific dietary and environmental…

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If Ravana Was Evil, Why Is He Worshipped in Some Places?

“रामो विग्रहवान् धर्मः” Rama is the embodiment of dharma. This declaration from the Valmiki Ramayana sets the tone for how generations have understood the epic. Rama represents righteousness. Ravana represents adharma. Every year on Dussehra, his effigy is burned to symbolize the destruction of evil. Yet here is a question…

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India’s 7 Most Mysterious Forests Where Black Panthers Still Walk

Black panthers are not a different species. They are leopards touched by melanism, a genetic gift that turns their coat into moving shadows. In India, spotting a black panther feels less like wildlife watching and more like witnessing a secret. These animals do not announce their presence. They glide, observe,…

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Madhya Pradesh anganwadi cook dies saving 20 children from bee attack, shields them with mats and tarpaulins

It started out as a normal sunny afternoon in Ranpur, Madhya Pradesh. Kids were laughing, running around outside the Anganwadi, completely oblivious to what was about to happen. Then suddenly, a huge swarm of bees appeared from nowhere, buzzing furiously, circling the children like a dark, angry cloud. Panic broke…

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This popular Indian actor’s mother overcame Kashmir violence to build a legacy of 60 Anganwadis

In the winter of 1989, when fear quietly replaced snowfall in Kashmir, a young mother stepped out of Baramulla with two small sons and a single suitcase. She thought she was leaving for a holiday. History had other plans. Violence sealed the valley shut. Her husband stayed behind, trying to…

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Light, Healthy and Quick: Why Poha Is the Perfect Breakfast

Poha is one of the most popular breakfast options in Indian cuisine. Poha is made with flattened rice, and it is particularly common in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Poha is easy to digest, naturally gluten-free and is a good option for a quick breakfast. Nutritional Benefits of PohaPoha has…

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No primetime debate on NDTV for Indore water contamination story, despite editor’s viral moment

A video of NDTV's Anurag Dwary confronting Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya over the Indore water contamination tragedy went viral on New Year's Eve. According to NDTV India, 14 people died from the contamination in the city’s Bhagirthpura area. Dainik Bhaskar listed the number of casualties at 14 and published…

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TV anchors slam ‘fringe’ Bajrang Dal, gush over Modi – miss the connection entirely

Christmas festivities in India have been overshadowed by acts of vandalism, intimidation, and violence by right-wing Hindutva groups this year, whether it’s in Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and even Kerala. You can read our reports on such acts committed by members of the Bajrang Dal, VHP and others here…

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In India, Christmas is marked by reports of Sangh-linked organisations attacking Christians

With Christmas around the corner, festivities for Christians in India have been overshadowed by reports of targeted attacks on the community by Hindutva right-wing groups. Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and other states saw mobs harassing or assaulting Christian groups during prayer meetings and carol processions. In Kerala, a group of carolling…

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Over a dozen children go blind playing with new ‘must-have’ Diwali toy

Social media-driven Diwali craze turns tragic for families of dozens of children in India

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TV Newsance 316: Poison in cough syrup, satsang on primetime

This week on TV Newsance, we talk about the most horrifying tragedy in Madhya Pradesh, where over 20 children died due to a poisonous cough syrup. A medicine to cure cough contained an alarming amount of a chemical used in brake fluid and antifreeze.

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MP cough syrup deaths: Ground report from TN company that made deadly drug

On August 16, a quiet village in Madhya Pradesh witnessed the beginning of one of India’s worst medical tragedies in recent years. Seventeen children lost their lives after consuming a cough syrup laced with toxic industrial chemicals. The investigation led to Tamil Nadu’s Kancheepuram district, where Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer…

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India’s top drug regulator admits widespread lapses after 20 children die from contaminated cough syrup

Drugs Controller General of India says inspections reveal many companies were not testing every batch of raw materials and finished products

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Death toll from toxic cough syrup in India rises to 20 children as WHO demands answers

Five children remain in hospital with kidney failure as India widens ban on tainted medicine

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4 ml of poison, four times a day: Inside the Coldrif tragedy that claimed 17 children

It began quietly on a rainy August afternoon in Madhya Pradesh. It was around 3 pm on August 16, when six-year-old Divyansh Yaduvanshi developed a fever. His temperature read 100 degrees Fahrenheit – mild enough to seem harmless, yet enough to worry his father, Prakash Yaduvanshi, a small farmer from…

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India files criminal case against cough syrup maker linked to child deaths

Sample of locally-produced cough syrup contained diethylene glycol beyond ‘permissible limit’

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