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politics1 year ago

"Religious Tensions Escalate in Varanasi's Gyanvapi Complex"

In Varanasi, India, a court ruling allowing Hindus to pray in the Gyanvapi Mosque, which is believed to have been built on the ruins of a 16th-century Hindu temple, has sparked tensions between Hindu and Muslim communities. The decision has deep political significance as it is the electoral constituency of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and comes amid a heightened momentum among India’s Hindu supremacist movement. While some hail the ruling as a win for Hindus, others view it as a political move ahead of the upcoming general elections, raising concerns about potential communal unrest in the historically peaceful city.

via Al Jazeera English|
#gyanvapi-mosque#hindu-muslim-relations#india
religious-rights1 year ago

"Hindu Worship Resumes in Gyanvapi Cellar After Court Ruling"

After 30 years, Hindu priests have resumed the worship of Shringar Gauri and other deities in the southern cellar of Gyanvapi Masjid in Varanasi, following a court order. The resumption of the puja was supervised by senior officials and a Vedic scholar, with elaborate rituals and offerings taking place. The district judge had given the administration seven days to make arrangements for regular worship, and the cellar was cleaned and prepared for the rituals. Devotees were allowed to have a glimpse of the presiding deity through a small window after the afternoon aarti.

via Times of India|
#court-order#gyanvapi-masjid#hindu-worship
religious-rights1 year ago

Indian Court Permits Hindu Worship in Gyanvapi Mosque's Sealed Basement

An Indian court has ruled that Hindus can offer prayers in the 17th century Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi, a holy city, following a survey indicating it was built over a demolished temple. The decision has sparked controversy and is being appealed by Muslim petitioners, with the court instructing the district administration to facilitate Hindu worship within seven days. This ruling comes amid ongoing tensions over religious sites in India, including the recent inauguration of a Hindu temple in Ayodhya, and has reignited debates over religious rights and historical claims.

via Reuters India|
#court-ruling#hindu#india
religionculture1 year ago

"ASI Report Confirms Pre-Existing Hindu Temple at Gyanvapi Mosque Site"

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has reportedly found that a 17th century mosque in Varanasi, India, was built after destroying a pre-existing Hindu temple, according to a lawyer representing Hindu petitioners. The ASI report, shared only with the petitioners, allegedly revealed remnants of Hindu statues in the mosque's basements and suggested that a large Hindu temple existed prior to the mosque's construction. The lawyer stated that the Hindu petitioners will approach the Supreme Court to demand that an area of the mosque be opened for Hindus, while advocates representing Muslim groups said they would respond after studying the survey report. This development comes after the recent inauguration of a grand temple to Lord Ram in Ayodhya, and amid ongoing tensions surrounding religious sites in India.

via Reuters India|
#hinduism#india#mosque
politics2 years ago

ASI Submits Gyanvapi Survey Report in Court After 7 Extensions

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has submitted its report on the scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex in Varanasi, after seven extensions. The report was filed in two sealed envelopes before the district judge, who scheduled the next hearing for December 21. One envelope contained the report, while the other had a list of articles found in debris at the mosque compound. The mosque management committee requested that the report be filed in a sealed envelope to ensure confidentiality, while the plaintiffs' lawyer opposed this request and demanded a copy of the report.

via IndiaTimes|
#archaeological-survey-of-india#asi-report#court-hearing
politics2 years ago

"PM Modi's Vision for a Viksit Bharat: Small Cities, AI Technology, and 2047 Goal"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Varanasi, stated that India will become a developed nation by 2047 if its 1.4 billion citizens commit to achieving this goal. He emphasized the importance of government schemes reaching people without any issues and encouraged a spirit of development similar to the freedom movement. PM Modi launched and inaugurated various projects worth over Rs 19,000 crore for Varanasi and Purvanchal, including the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0, which aims to promote cultural exchange between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.

via IndiaTimes|
#development#india#narendra-modi
politics2 years ago

PM Modi's Humanitarian Gesture and AI Translation Tool in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi halted his convoy in Varanasi to allow an ambulance to pass, prioritizing emergency services. This is not the first time he has done so, as he previously stopped his convoy in Ahmedabad. During his two-day visit, PM Modi inaugurated various development projects worth over ₹19,150 crore and interacted with attendees at the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra Exhibition. He also launched and inaugurated 37 projects for Varanasi and Purvanchal, extended his yatra into several states, and kicked off Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2.0 and a new train route.

via Times of India|
#ambulance#convoy#development-projects
sports2 years ago

PM Modi Joined by Cricket Legends for Varanasi Cricket Stadium Foundation Stone Ceremony

Cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, and Ravi Shastri joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for the foundation stone laying ceremony of the International Cricket Stadium in Varanasi. Prior to the ceremony, the former cricketers also visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

via Times of India|
#cricket#foundation-stone-ceremony#sachin-tendulkar
sports2 years ago

"PM Modi Unveils Varanasi Cricket Stadium: A Game-Changer for Indian Sports"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of an international cricket stadium in Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency. The stadium, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is expected to benefit local sportspersons and boost the economy. The Uttar Pradesh government has spent Rs 121 crore to acquire the land, while the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will spend Rs 330 crore on construction. The stadium's design will reflect the essence of Kashi, featuring unique elements such as a crescent-shaped roof, trident-shaped floodlights, and a structure resembling a 'damru'. It is set to be completed by December 2025 and will be Uttar Pradesh's third international cricket stadium.

via IndiaTimes|
#international-cricket-stadium#narendra-modi#sports
religioncultural-heritage2 years ago

"ASI Surveys Gyanvapi and Qutub Mosques, Court Hearings Underway"

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has begun a survey of Varanasi's Gyanvapi mosque, as ordered by a local court, to determine if it was built over a Hindu temple. The survey will exclude the sealed "wuzukhana" area where a structure claimed to be a relic of Lord Shiva was discovered. The ASI has until August 4 to submit its report to the district court. The mosque is located in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's constituency and is part of a long-standing Hindu-Muslim dispute over the alleged destruction of Hindu temples.

via NDTV|
#archaeological-survey-of-india#court-order#gyanvapi-mosque
food-and-beverage2 years ago

Varanasi's Unusual Chai Drink 'Hajmola' Leaves Internet Perplexed

A video showcasing the preparation of 'Hajmola Chai', a unique tea popular in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, has gone viral on the internet, receiving mixed reactions from users online. The tea is made by adding Hajmola capsules, mint leaves, liquor, lemon, and crushed Hajmola to hot water and sugar. While some users found the combination weird, others called it an "acceptable" tea combo.

via NDTV Food|
#food-and-beverage#hajmola-chai#tea