A rental car company owner was sentenced to eight months in prison and probation for blackmailing an idol couple with footage of their physical intimacy, demanding and receiving nearly $7,000 in extorted money, despite having prior probation and showing remorse.
The complete look of the Lord Ram idol, depicting him as a five-year-old child holding a golden bow and arrow, was revealed ahead of the consecration ceremony at the Ayodhya Temple on Monday. The 51-inch idol, sculpted by artist Arun Yogiraj, is made of black stone. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and other dignitaries will attend the inauguration ceremony, with rituals starting on January 12 and the main puja scheduled for January 22.
The face of the Ram Lalla's idol was revealed ahead of the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, depicting Lord Ram as a five-year-old child standing with a smiling face. Sculpted by Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru, the 51-inch idol is carved out of black stone and placed on a throne in the sanctum sanctorum. The consecration ceremony is scheduled for January 22, with rituals and recitations being conducted by a team of acharyas and gurus.
Today's TV lineup includes the CMT Music Awards hosted by Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini, the NCAA Women's Basketball Championship, and the season finale of The Circus. Other shows to watch include Idol, Yellowjackets, and HouseBroken.