India, All india, 25th Nov 2018, News & Stories from India

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Seers from different ashrams gather at the programme venue as they participate in Dharam Sabha, organised by the VHP. (Photo: PTI)

Date for Ram temple construction to be announced early next year, VHP told

The Dharma Sabha venue, which witnessed saffron hue all the way, also saw Ram Bhakts taking a pledge for construction of Ram temple.

25 Nov 2018 7:36 PM

Supporters participate in 'Dharam Sabha', being organised by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad to push for the construction of Ram temple on Sunday. (Photo: PTI)

Division of disputed land not acceptable for Ram temple: VHP leader

Allahabad HC had earlier ruled that the disputed land in Ayodhya be divided equally into 3 parts among Hindus and Muslims.

25 Nov 2018 3:50 PM

Prime Minister also said that his government plans to start a train soon to various sacred pilgrimage spots related to Guru Nanak Dev. (Photo: File)

Kartarpur Corridor to help people visit sacred place of Guru Nanak: PM Modi

PM Modi said next year, not only India but whole world will celebrate Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary with great fervour.

25 Nov 2018 3:44 PM

'How can Shiv Sena hijack the Ram Mandir issue?' questioned Singh. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Shiv Sena can't serve people, how can they serve Lord Ram: BJP MLA Singh

Surendra Singh said a controversial comment that if need be, '1992 will be repeated at Ayodhya'.

25 Nov 2018 3:36 PM

CM Amarinder Singh Sunday declined Pakistan's invite citing terror attacks in Punjab. (Photo: File)

After Sushma, Punjab CM Amarinder Singh declines Pak's Kartarpur invite

However, state minister Navjot Singh Sidhu, has expressed desire to attend and has asked for permission from the MEA.

25 Nov 2018 2:58 PM

He said Uddhav Thackeray should take the VHP, 'which is leading such a large-scale movement, along with his party. There is no point creating a divide'. (Photo: File | ANI)

If Balasaheb was alive, Uddhav would be halted: BJP questions Sena’s role in Ayodhya

Maurya also slammed Akhilesh Yadav's statement that Army must be deployed for Dharam Sabha, saying it showed the latter's frustration.

25 Nov 2018 12:29 PM

'I have no hidden agenda in coming to Ayodhya. I’ve come here to express sentiments of all Indians across world,' Thackrey said. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

BJP won't be in power if Ram temple isn't build: Uddhav Thackeray in Ayodhya

Shiv Sena chief took a dig at the BJP and warned that the party should not use the Ram Mandir issue as a poll plank.

25 Nov 2018 12:01 PM

Singh said, 'Sushma has reasons which must be delinked from it. She's committed because of elections and health issues.' (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Unlike others, BJP will maintain law, order in Ayodhya: VK Singh

Singh also spoke on Sushma Swaraj’s decision not to contest elections in 2019 and on Kartarpur Corridor.

25 Nov 2018 11:22 AM

ED has seized six high-valued luxury cars and some incriminating documents after conducting raids on the residence and office of former union minister and TDP leader YS Chowdary on Saturday. (Photo: ANI)

ED raids TDP leader YS Chowdary's residence, office

According to officials of the ED, the searches were conducted in a case pertaining to Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) charges.

25 Nov 2018 10:37 AM

The incident happened at the Tulsi Park. (Photo: Screengrab)

Watch: Amit Shah falls during Madhya Pradesh roadshow, escapes unhurt

One of his bodyguards quickly offered support and Amit Shah managed to get up unhurt immediately.

25 Nov 2018 10:21 AM

Malik went to say that Mufti had told him a week ago that her party MLAs were being 'threatened', including with arrest. (Photo: File)

Could have easily contacted me if serious to form government: J&K Governor

'I am always accessible on phone. When I get messages on WhatsApp, I try to mitigate the problem,' Malik said.

25 Nov 2018 10:00 AM

Known as a 'rebel star', Ambareesh had acted in over 200 films. (Photo: File)

Kannada actor-turned-politician Ambareesh passes away at 66

Ambareesh, a three-time Lok Sabha member and also a former state minister, had not been keeping well in recent years.

25 Nov 2018 9:52 AM

A large contingent of the police force has been deployed in Ayodhya. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Ayodhya tense as Shiv Sena, VHP push for Ram temple construction

Shiv Sena and Vishwa Hindu Parishad have planned separate events for the cause.

25 Nov 2018 9:15 AM

Hundreds of protesters have been arrested in this first week of the annual two-month-long 'Mandala-Makaravilakku' season of Sabarimala, which commenced on November 17. (Photo: File)

60 Sabarimala pilgrims detained for violating prohibitory orders

Due to previous incidents of violence at the hill-top shrine, the police had imposed strict restrictions on the devotees at Sannidhanam.

25 Nov 2018 8:51 AM

Uttar Pradesh government will install a 221-metre bronze statue of Lord Ram in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary (Information) Avanish Awasthi said on Saturday. (Photo: ANI |Twitter)

221-metre statue of Lord Ram to be installed in Ayodhya: UP govt

Five firms shortlisted for construction of the statue gave presentations before Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

25 Nov 2018 8:39 AM

The official said security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area following specific information about the presence of militants there. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

6 militants, soldier killed in encounter in J&K's Shopian

The security forces also recovered weapons from the site of the incident. Mobile internet services have also been suspended.

25 Nov 2018 8:32 AM

Speaking about the video in which Nath is purportedly seen talking about the votes of the Muslim community, Adityanath said, 'You can remain happy with Ali, we have Bajrangbali.' (Photo: File)

Cannot guess if Rahul Gandhi is speaking in India or Pakistan: Yogi Adityanath

UP CM attacked Kamal Nath over a video that has gone viral and made a veiled reference to the origins Sonia with an 'Italy' jibe.

25 Nov 2018 8:21 AM

In a letter to Qureshi, Swaraj thanked him for the invite but said it would not be possible for her to travel to Kartarpur Sahib due to prior commitments. (Photo: File | PTI)

Sushma Swaraj declines Pak invite for Kartarpur Corridor, 2 ministers to go

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate the groundbreaking ceremony of the facilities at on the Pakistan side on November 28.

25 Nov 2018 8:11 AM

A Shiv Sena activist waves a flag as he arrives to attend the Ram Temple event at Lakshman Kila, in Ayodhya. (Photo: PTI)

Ayodhya on edge ahead of dharam sabha

The organisers of the Dharam Sabha claim the more than 3 lakh devotees of Lord Ram were likely to arrive for the programme this Sunday.

25 Nov 2018 6:28 AM

While Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray will offer prayers at the Ram janmabhoomi, the VHP will organise a ‘Dharam Sabha’ in Ayodhya on Sunday to call for the construction of a grand temple for Lord Ram.

VHP build-up worries minority community

“We are satisfied with the steps taken by the government... The Yogi government is on the right track,” Ansari added.

25 Nov 2018 6:23 AM

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