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Ayodhya Ram Mandir highlights: Celebration, lamps, fireworks light up the nation as it witnesses a historic dayThe bhoomi pujan of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has concluded with Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying the foundation stone at the site. He offered prayers along with UP CM Yogi Adityanath at the Hanuman Garhi Temple prior to this. The Trust has invited 175 guests, who figure in a select list of seers and politicians. Concerned over the spread of coronavirus, the authorities are encouraging others not to come to the temple town, asking them to mark the occasion by celebrating at their homes. The groundbreaking ceremony will be telecast live. Stay tuned for more updates.
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Ram temple likely to be completed in three years, says Vishwa Hindu Parishad

VHP international president Vishnu Sadashiv Kokje said there is enthusiasm among Hindus across the world over the foundation stone laying ceremony for the Ram temple.

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Post Ram Temple, Ayodhya set for complete makeover

Home to the birthplace of Lord Rama and hundreds of temples, ashrams and mutts, Ayodhya would soon have a swanky railway station, an international airport, a modern bus station along with hi-tech townships and river resorts.

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How Ram Lalla acquired personhood and became a legal entity

Ram Lalla was one of the three contestants in the legal dispute. Read on to find out how exactly he acquired personhood.

People burn crackers to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ram Temple, in Ayodhya, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020. Credit: PTI Photo

Girls from Panini Kanya Mahavidyalaya light earthen lamps to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ayodhya's Ram Temple, in Varanasi, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020. Credit: PTI Photo

Modi smoothens rough edges of Hindutva politics in Ayodhya

The PM said: “We have to enjointhe stones of the Ram temple with mutual love and brotherhood, we have to take care of everybody’s sentiments. We have to carry out the development of all sections with everyone’s trust and taking everybody together. Ram is in favour of modernism, Ram is in favour of the change.”

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Confusion persists over when Ram Temple construction would begin

Sources, however, said that the map of the proposed Temple was yet to be cleared by the Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA). ''Temple construction can start only after the map is cleared by the ADA,'' said a senior district official in Ayodhya.

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Advani missing in PM Modi's address but Mohan Bhagwat remembers him

''Advaniji apne ghar mein is karyakram ko dekh rahe honge'' (Advaniji must be watching this program at his home), Bhagwat said.

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Ayodhya Ram Temple: Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad shares original document of the Indian Constitution

"Original document of the Constitution of India has a beautiful sketch of Lord Ram, Mata Sita and Laxman returning to Ayodhya after defeating Ravan. This is available at the beginning of the chapter related to Fundamental Rights. I felt like sharing this with you all," tweeted the Minister, who has earlier served as a standing lawyer representing Ram Lalla deity in the court.

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This day will remain etched in the memory of every Indian, says PM Modi

Digital billboard of Ram Mandir comes up in New York’s Times Square in USA.

WATCH | Ayodhya: People light earthen lamps at Ram Ki Paudi on the occasion of 'Bhoomi Poojan' of Ram Temple.

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat performs 'Aarti' at the banks of Saryu river.

Ram Temple: Tamilians praise Ravana on Twitter

As the rest of India celebrated Lord Ram, Tamil Twitter was lavishing praise on “demon king” Ravana, who is eulogised for his valour in Kambaramayanam, the Tamil version ofRamayanapenned by Valmiki.

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People from the Hindu and Muslim communities celebrate around a 7-feet tall statue of Lord Ram the foundation stone of a Lord Ram temple in Ayodhya, in Pune on August 5, 2020. (AFP Photo)

Indian community people take out a tableau on 'Ayodhya's Shri Ram Mandir' around the US Capitol Hill to celebrate the ground breaking occasion of the temple, in Washington, Tuesday, Aug 4, 2020.

From PM Narendra Modi to Iqbal Ansari: Leaders who attended Ram Temple ceremony

As many as 175 eminent guests including 135 seers attended the Ram Mandir Bhoomi Pujan ceremony on Wednesday.

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It is a historic day. The construction of Ram Temple has started in Ayodhya today after sacrifices, wait and patience of generations. Indians and many people from across the world were waiting for this day for centuries: Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad

Ayodhya, Kashmir: Twin triumphs for Modi and Hindu nationalists?

The site of Ayodhya and divided Kashmir have been two of the most divisive communal issues of the past 30 years in India, and Modi has attempted to draw a line under both in his second term.

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Being built in tune with law, it defines India’s spirit of social harmony and people’s zeal. It will be a testimony to ideals of RamRajya and a symbol of modern India, said President Kovind

People were waiting from many years for a Ram Temple on Ram Janmabhoomi. Today that dream has come true. We are proud of PM Modi who has fulfilled this dream. This temple will strengthen peace & humanity in country: Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal

PM Modi attending the Ram Mandir bhoomi pujan is the victory of Hindutva over secularism, said Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi

By attending the religious event in his capacity as PM, Modi has breached his constitutional oath, Owaisi added.

A mandir or a masjid cannot be the symbol of India, the AIMIM Chief said referring to PM's speech.

There is a feeling of pride, reverence and thrill together, says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari as he holds recital at Nagpur home.

With foundation laying of Ram Mandir, India has shown how the 500-year-old dispute has been resolved peacefully, says Union Minister Prakash Javadekar

From L K Advani to Gogoi: Significant people behind Ram Temple movement in Ayodhya

The path for the movement was paved by prominent personalities, right from the placement of Lord Ram’s idol in the Babri Masjid to the Supreme Court’s landmark verdict.

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Lord Shri Ram Mandir Nirman is the result of centuries of continuous sacrifice: HM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in a tweet, "The Lord Shri Ram Mandir Nirman is the result of centuries of continuous sacrifice, struggle, penance and sacrifice of innumerable names-anonymous ramdevotees. On this day, I salute all the ascetics who fought for this invaluable heritage of eternal culture for so many years. Jai Shri Ram!"

"The ideals and ideas of Lord Shri Ram Ji are in the soul of India. His character and life philosophy are the cornerstones of Indian culture. By constructing the Ram Mandir, this 'Punya Bhoomi' Ayodhya will again be awakened with its full splendor in the world. The coordination of religion and development will also generate employment opportunities," he said.

"The construction of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has been a symbol of the faith of Hindus around the world for centuries. Today, PM and Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha area have done the @narendramodi job of honouring the faith of crores of people by bhojan the Ram Mandir, and I express my heartfelt gratitude," he said.

"The blessings of Lord Ram are always there with the poor and the helpless," said PM Modi in Ayodhya.

"I believe, the country will move forward and this temple of Lord Ram will continue to inspire & guide humanity for ages and ages," he said.

"Ram is everywhere, Ram belongs to all.Ram temple symbolises India's rich heritage, will be inspiration to entire humanity.Despite efforts to eradicate existence of Lord Ram he still lives in our heart and is basis of our culture.Social harmony was core principle of governance of Lord Ram," said PM Narendra Modi at the Ram Janmanbhoomi site.

"We have to ensure that the message of Lord Sriram, the message of our thousands of years of tradition, consistently reaches all over the world," said PM in Ayodhya

PM Modi says that Lord Ram's commitment was that 'mother and motherland are superior even to heaven'

"With the construction of this temple, not only history is being made, but is being repeated. The way boatmen to tribals helped Lord Ram, the way children helped Lord Krishna lift Govardhan mountain, similarly, with everyone's efforts temple construction will be completed," said PM Modi in Ayodhya.

"There is no aspect of life where Lord Ram doesn't inspire us, Ram is in the faith and ideals of India," he said.

"Lord Buddha is also associated with Rama, and for centuries, Ayodhya has also been the centre of faith of Jainism. This ubiquity of Rama is the life character of unity in India's diversity," says PM Modi.

A grand temple will now be built for our Ram Lalla who had been staying in a tent: PM

RamMandir will become the modern symbol of our traditions. It'll become a symbol of our devotion, our national sentiment. This temple will also symbolise the power of collective resolution of crores of people. It will keep inspiring the future generations, saidPM Modi in Ayodhya.

"Every heart is illuminated; it is an emotional moment for the entire country... A long wait ends today... A grand temple will now be built for our Ram Lalla who had been living under a tent for many years," says PM Modi at foundation stone-laying ceremony of Ram Temple.

"Ram Mandir will become the modern symbol of our traditions. It'll become a symbol of our devotion, our national sentiment. This temple will also symbolise the power of collective resolution of crores of people. It will keep inspiring the future generations," saidPM Modi.

"A grand temple will now be built for our Ram Lalla who had been staying in a tent. Today, Ram Janmbhoomi breaks free of the cycle of breaking and getting built again - that had been going on for centuries," said the Prime Minister.

"After the construction of this temple, not only will the grandeur of Ayodhya increase, the entire economy of this region will also change. The whole world will come to see Lord Ram and Mother Janaki," he said.

"Lord Ram teaches us to be truthful and his temple is a symbol of national unity," he said.

Ram Janmabhoomi has got freedom today: PM

"Ram Janmabhoomi has got freedom today. Like August 15 is Independence Day for the country, today holds a similar significance for crores of those who devoted their lives for cause of Ram temple," he said.

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"In the movement for the Ram temple, there was an offering, there was a sacrifice, there was a struggle, there was also a resolution," said PM Modi in Ayodhya.

"Ram Janmabhoomi has got freedom today. Like August 15 is Independence Day for the country, today holds a similar significance for crores of those who devoted their lives for cause of Ram temple," he said.

"This is a golden moment in India's history," says PM Narendra Modi.

I express gratitude to all citizens of this nation: PM

"'Jai Siyaram'. This call is resonating not only in the city of Lord Ram but throughout the world today. I express gratitude to all citizens of this nation, Indian diaspora across the world and all the devotees of Lord Ram on today's pious occasion, says PM Narendra Modi.

Our country believes in 'Vasudev Kutubhkam': Bhagwat

"So many people had sacrificed, they couldn't be here physically. There are some who couldn't come here, Advani ji must be at his home watching this. There are some who should've come but couldn't be invited because of the situation," said RSS chiefMohan Bhagwat.

"There is a wave of joy in the whole country today. The self-confidence that the nation needed to be self-reliant (Atmanirbhar Bharat), has been established today by the government," he said.

"Our country believes in 'Vasudev Kutubhkam' i.e. World is One Family. We believe in taking everyone along. Today is a new beginning of a new India," the RSS leader said at the bhoomi pujan even at Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya.

"We hadtaken a resolution. I remember, the then RSS chief Balasaheb Deoras telling us that we'll have to struggle for 20-30 yrs, only then will this be fulfilled. We struggled for 30 years & in the 30th year, we've attained the joy of fulfilling our resolution," he said.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Uttar Pradesh Chief MinisterYogiAdityanath were among those who attended the event at the site where a large number of devout Hindus believe Lord Ram was born.

Under PM's leadership power proof that issues can be solved peacefully: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, the power of India's democratic values and its judiciary has shown the world that howmatters can beresolved peacefully, democratically and constitutionally, saidUP CM Yogi Adityanath in Ayodhya.

CM Adityanaththanked PM Modi for performing the bhoomi pujan of the temple at the Ram Janmabhoomi site.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were among those who attended the event at the site where a large number of devout Hindus believe Lord Ram was born.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Ram Mandir after heperformed the ‘bhoomi pujan’ of a Supreme Court-mandated Ram temple in Ayodhya, bringing to fruition the BJP’s ‘mandir’ movement that defined its politics for three decades and took it to the heights of power.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were among those who attended the event at the site where a large number of devout Hindus believe Lord Ram was born.

The guest list, including religious leaders who formed part of the movement that started in the 1980s, was restricted to 175 in view of the Covid-19 crisis.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Ram Mandir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Ram Mandir after heperformed the ‘bhoomi pujan’ of a Supreme Court-mandated Ram temple in Ayodhya, bringing to fruition the BJP’s ‘mandir’ movement that defined its politics for three decades and took it to the heights of power.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were among those who attended the event at the site where a large number of devout Hindus believe Lord Ram was born.

The guest list, including religious leaders who formed part of the movement that started in the 1980s, was restricted to 175 in view of the Covid-19 crisis.

WATCH LIVE | PM Narendra Modi takes part in the rituals for 'bhoomi pujan' ceremony in Ayodhya

In Pics | Prime Minister Narendra performing rituals before Bhoomi Pujan for Ram Temple in Ayodhya

Karnataka: Homa is being performed by the priests at the famous Virupaksheshwara Temple in Hampi near Hosapete.

Homa and Havana being performed at Karnataka's Anjanadri Hills adjacent to Hampi as part of ground breaking ceremony for Rama Mandhir in Ayodhya.

PM Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat take part in 'Bhoomi Pujan' at Ram Janambhoomi site in Ayodhya.

Rituals for the groundbreaking ceremony for Ram temple in Ayodhya begin.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi plants a Parijat sapling, considered a divine plant, ahead of foundation stone-laying of Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

PM Narendra Modi attends Bhoomi Pujan ceremony of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers to Ram Lalla, performs 'sashtang pranam' at Ram Janmabhoomi site.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented with a headgear, silver 'mukut' and stole by Sri Gaddinsheen Premdas Maharaj, head priest of 10th-century Hanuman Garhi Temple.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented with a headgear, silver 'mukut' and stole by Sri Gaddinsheen Premdas Maharaj, head priest of 10th-century Hanuman Garhi Temple.

PM offers prayers at Hanuman Temple

As per tradition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers Hanuman Garhi Temple before proceeding to Ram Janmabhoomi site. UP CM Yogi Adityanath also accompanying him.

Before 'Bhoomi Pujan', PM will plant a Parijat (night-flowering jasmine) sapling.

PM Modi arrives in Ayodhya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Ayodhya for Ram temple groundbreaking ceremony.

This event will give a glimpse of India's 'unity in diversity': Swami Chidananda Saraswati

This is a signature event. This event will give a glimpse of India's 'unity in diversity'. It will bridge gaps and bring people together. We all are one-'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', saidSwami Chidananda Saraswati.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat reaches the Ram Janmabhoomi site

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat reachesthe Ram Janmabhoomi site for 'Bhoomi Poojan'.Bhagwat is one of the few invitees for the ceremony to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM Modi sets foot on Ayodhya soil after 29 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sets foot on Ayodhya soil after 29 years. This is his maiden visit to the Ramjanmabhoomi site during his tenure as PM.

PM Modi will first visit the 10th century Hanuman Garhi Temple on arrival in Ayodhya. Premises of the temple were sanitised earlier today.

He will later proceed to Ram Janmabhoomi site to offer prayers to Ram Lalla & lay the foundation stone for RamTemple.

Uttar Pradesh: Yog Guru Ramdev, Swami Avdheshanand Giri, Chidanand Maharaj among other invitees at the Ram Janambhoomi site in Ayodhya. (ANI)

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in a tweet said,"Our country has always upheld the age-old legacy of unity in diversity, and we must preserve this to our last breath!"

"Hindu Muslim Sikh Isaai
Aapas mein hain Bhai Bhai!
Mera Bharat Mahaan,
Mahaan Hamara Hindustan," the TMC leader said ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony in Ayodhya.

Odisha sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik's work

"#JaiShriRam ...On the auspicious day of foundation stone laying ceremony for #RamMandirAyodhya by Hon’ble PM Shri
@narendramodiJi. My Sand Art at Puri beach in Odisha," tweets Odisha sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath, Governor and BJP National Vice President arrive at Ram Janmabhoomi site

Uttar Pradesh: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Governor Anandiben Patel and BJP National Vice President Uma Bharti arrive at Ram Janambhoomi site in Ayodhya.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform 'Bhoomi Poojan' for #RamTemple at the site today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Lucknow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Lucknow, will proceed to Ayodhya in a chopper for the Ram Mandir event. (ANI)

DH toon: Inappropriate for a Prime Minister to be associated with the bhoomi pujan

Uttar Pradesh: Religious leaders who have arrived at #Ayodhya for 'Bhoomi Poojan' say, "Today marks the end of a long struggle. It will be a historical day."

Divya Darshans of Bhagwan Shri Ramlalla Virajman from Shri Ram Janmbhoomi complex, says Teerth Kshetra

WATCH | Ghaziabad: People in Kaushambi sing 'bhajans' to celebrate the foundation stone laying ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya today.

PM Narendra Modi leaves for Ayodhya.

WATCH | The idol of 'Ram Lalla' at the Ram Janambhoomi site in Ayodhya.

Ayodhya turns into fortress ahead of 'bhumi poojan', Trust likens event to Independence Day

The temple town of Ayodhya has virtually turned into a fortress ahead of Wednesday's 'bhoomi pujan' for the proposed Ram temple, likened to the Independence Day by the Shriram Janmabhoomi Teerth Trust, which was overseeing construction of the temple.

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OPINION | Ayodhya Ram Mandir: The colour of a conquest

A 22-kilogram silver brick marks the symbolic laying of the foundations of what we are promised will be a grand temple to Lord Ram at the spot in Ayodhya where the disputed Babri Masjid once stood. Some will see it as the culmination of a long battle to reclaim the site or to protect it, depending on the point of view. One side lost, the other won.

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath congratulates the devotees of Lord Ram on this auspicious day.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will offer prayers to 'Ram Lalla' at Ram Janmabhoomi, today. It will be followed by the ground-breaking ceremony.

Today is a historic day. This day will be remembered for long. I am confident that with construction of Ram Temple, 'Ram Rajya' will be established in India: Yog Guru Ramdev at Hanuman Garhi temple in Ayodhya (ANI)

PM's visit to Ayodhya is a proud moment: Sri Gaddinsheen Premdas ji Maharaj, head priest of Hanuman Garhi

PM's visit to Ayodhya is a proud moment. We'll honour him with a headgear, a silver crown & a stole with name of Lord Ram printed. We also hope that he rings the 3.5 quintal bell and proceed towards Ram Janmabhoomi, says Sri Gaddinsheen Premdas ji Maharaj, head priest of Hanuman Garhi. (ANI)

Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal members make a replica of Ram temple using gulal and earthen lamp, on the eve of the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, in Jodhpur, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020. Credit: PTI Photo

EDITORIAL | Inappropriate for a Prime Minister to be associated with the bhoomi pujan

The first question that arises about the ‘bhoomi pujan’ for the Ram temple in Ayodhya, to be done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, is whether this is the right time for it. The nation is in the grip of a pandemic with over 50,000 people getting infected every day, many dying and the scourge spreading and aggravating by the day.

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Uttar Pradesh: Security and Covid-19 protocol to be followed at Ayodhya's Hanuman Garhi temple. Prime Minister Modi will offer prayers at the temple, ahead of foundation laying ceremony of Ram Temple. (ANI)

Ram Mandir bhoomi pujan: Muslim invitees to the big event

Ram Mandir bhoomi pujan, which will be conducted amid tight security, will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with many others including RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.

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Ram Mandir bhoomi pujan's muhurta time and more

Bhoomi pujan of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is all set to take place on August 5. Preparations for the same are in full swing as leaders and attendees make their way to Ayodhya for the event.

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What the new Ram Temple will look like

The iconic brick-laying ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Aug 5 brings a long tale of political and social turmoil to an end. A tale that began with the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992 will enter its final chapter as the ceremony marks the formal commencement of the much-promised mandir's construction. The design of the temple has been formulated by architect Chandrakant Sompura.

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In Pics | Ayodhya decorated ahead of the foundation stone laying ceremony of Ram Mandir today; visuals from Saryu Ghat.

BJP to live stream groundbreaking ceremony

"Greetings to all the countrymen for constructing Sriram Janmabhoomi Temple. PM @narendramodi to lay bhojan puja and foundation stone of Sriram Janmabhoomi Temple on 5th August 2020. You can sit in all the houses and watch it live on all the social media platforms of the BJP. Jai Shri Ram!" tweets BJP.

Ram Temple bhoomi pujan: Timeline of Ayodhya Ramjanmabhoomi dispute

The long saga of political and social turmoil over the demolition of Babri Masjid and the demand to build Ram Temple in Ayodhya will finally come to an end on August 5. The Ram Temple's 'bhoomi pujan' will put an end to decades-long battle as the ceremony would mark the formal commencement of the much-promised mandir's construction.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the foundation stone laying ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya today.

Ram Lalla's own tailors in Ayodhya

This tailoring shop may appear to be less than ordinary for someone from the big towns, but in Ayodhya it is very famous.

Only Ram Lalla's (Ram, the child) clothes are stitched at this shop, situated in a narrow lane, not very far from the Ram Janmabhoomi Complex.

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'Rath charioteer’ Advani said temple symbolises struggle between ‘genuine’ and ‘pseudo’ secularism

Former deputy prime minister, BJP patriarch and, above all, a key architect of the Ram temple whose ‘rath yatra’ gave fillip and form to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, L K Advani won’t keep his date with history on Wednesday.

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Hope 'bhoomi poojan' event of Ram temple becomes a celebration of national unity: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday said Lord Ram belongs to everyone and hoped the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya becomes a celebration of national unity, brotherhood and cultural harmony.

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How Ayodhya is being decked up for Ram Temple 'bhoomi pujan'

The longsaga of political and social turmoil over the demolition of Babri Masjid and the demand to buildRam Temple in Ayodhya will finally come to an end on August 5. The Ram Temple's 'bhoomi pujan'will put an end to decades-long battleas the ceremony would mark the formal commencement of the much-promised mandir's construction. As the entire nation awaits for this historic moment, here's a glimpse of how Ayodhya is being decked up for the foundation laying ceremony.

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Hindutva now basic coat on canvas of Indian politics: Govindacharya

Hindutva is now the "basic coat on the canvas of polity" and political parties subscribing to its various shades may be vying for power in future as socialism and secularism is no longer the pivot of politics, former RSS ideologue K N Govindacharya said on Tuesday.

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Ram Temple: Get to know the Sompuras, the temple architects

A nation's wait and a long saga of political and social turmoil will come to an end on Aug. 5, 2020, with the Ayodhya Ram Temple's 'bhoomi pujan'. A tale that began with the demolition of the Babri Masjid in 1992 will enter its final chapter as the ceremony marks the formal commencement of the much-promised mandir's construction.

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Covid-19 will disappear with blessings of Lord Ram: Shiv Sena

The Covid-19 crisis in the country will disappear with the blessings of Lord Ram, the Shiv Sena said on Tuesday, and pointed out that veterans like L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi won't be present in Ayodhya for the temple 'bhoomi pujan' ceremony.

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