Interfaith love: 'Anti-crime' group calls for rally in Paonta Sahib

It has been alleged that on June 4, a 19-year-old native of Kiratpur village eloped with an 18-year-old Hindu woman from a village under the Mazra Police Station jurisdiction.

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• Time of India

No need for moral lessons from MLA Sunil Kumar, says Karnataka minister Laxmi Hebbalkar; defends anganwadi record, blames BJP for distraction protests

Karnataka minister Laxmi Hebbalkar UDUPI: Women and Child Development minister and Udupi District minister Laxmi Hebbalkar on Friday dismissed criticisms made by MLA Sunil Kumar , stating that he lacks the moral authority to lecture others. 'There is no need to learn moral lessons from MLA Sunil Kumar. What does moral authority even mean? Let him first understand morality before lecturing others," said Laxmi Hebbalkar. The minister was responding to Sunil Kumar's allegation that Hebbalkar lacked moral rights to speak on activist Chakravarthy Sulibele. She questioned, 'What does he mean by saying the district minister lacks moral rights? Sunil Kumar speaks well but seems to believe he alone holds all the wisdom and others are fools,' she said. When asked about the number of Anganwadi centres under her department, the Minister responded, 'There are around 69,000 Anganwadi buildings in the state, of which about 12,000 are rented. Do I need to speak everything about Sunil Kumar? You are asking about my department? Come, I will give you all the details,' she said. She added, 'I know exactly how many Anganwadis there are in the state, how many Anganwadi workers are there, how many are functioning from rented buildings, how many are govt-owned, how many are in rural areas, how many in towns, and how many are in poor condition. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending Local Enterprise Accounting Software [Click Here] Accounting ERP Click Here Undo I even know how many are in your (Sunil Kumar's) constituency.' Protest is a Constitutional Right 'Protest is a constitutional right. If the opposition has nothing else to do, let them protest. The central govt is being unfair when it comes to development. Let them protest against the injustice by the central govt. NREGA funds were not released. Can they protest about that? The BJP is trying to mislead the public and are protesting to cover up internal party conflicts. This is all BJP's drama. Even BJP workers are tired. Wherever you go, they express dissatisfaction with their leaders. These protests are just a distraction tactic to blame the Congress,' she alleged. Government Not Targeting Anyone On Hindu leaders being targeted and externed, particularly Hindu leader Srikanth Shetty, the Minister said, 'We are not targeting any intellectual or orator. It is important to protect communal harmony in society. No attempt should be made to divide the society. One must review Srikant Shetty's past speeches and the truth will be out,' she said.

Time of India

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• Time of India

Premanand Maharaj warns youth against wearing clothes with mantras, says sacred words shouldn't become fashion

Premanand Maharaj (Google Trends): Spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj has voiced his disapproval of the growing trend of wearing clothes printed with sacred Hindu mantras. He emphasized that these Vedic mantras are meant for devotional chanting and internal reflection, not for mere display on garments. Maharaj urged individuals to reconsider purchasing such items, as sacred words should not be trivialized as fashion accessories. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Mantras on clothes become a fashion trend 'This is not right and should be avoided' Think before you shop Vrindavan-based spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj has warned against the growing fashion trend of wearing clothes printed with sacred Hindu mantras . He said such use of mantras is not appropriate and should be stopped. Premanand Maharaj said that Vedic mantras are meant to be chanted with devotion and kept in the heart, not displayed on garments. His statement comes as clothes featuring verses from Hindu scriptures are becoming increasingly popular in the recent times, many clothing brands and online stores have started selling garments like kurtas and T-shirts printed with mantras from the Vedas and Puranas. These clothes are being worn as a fashion statement by many a recent visit by a devotee, Premanand Maharaj noticed the young man wearing a kurta with a Shiva mantra printed on it. He responded with a strong message:'Hamari prarthana hai ki is tarah ke vastra na pahne kyunki is par mantra likha hua hai aur yeh sahi nahi hai. Yeh Kaliyugi log aisa shuru kar diye hain lekin yeh nishedh hai.'He further explained: 'Yeh Vaidik mantra hai aur yeh hriday par likha hona chahiye kapde par nahi. Yeh mantra guru se lekar mann mein jap kiya jata hai.'Maharaj advised people to stop wearing clothes with printed mantras and urged them to reflect before buying such items. According to him, sacred words should not be turned into fashion accessories.

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Explore The Fascinating Legends Behind Mumbai's Rich Heritage

The dream city and financial heart of India Mumbai exists as a thriving cultural combination consisting of various historical narratives. A prestigious collection of neighborhood legends together with age-old myths serves as the foundation that established the municipal identity of Mumbai across history. Local legends in Mumbai reflect both the socio-cultural environment and historical roots and imagine-ation of Mumbaikars as well as traditional folktales. People from all populations and different types of visitors find inspiration in these historical narratives at ancient sites as well as colonial historical sites. Legend of Goddess Mumbadevi: The City's Namesake The city of Mumbai gained its name from the divine Mumbadevi who remains the central deity in the city's cultural heritage. Documents of Hindu mythology show that the Koli fishing people originally prayed to this goddess when she came to the area. The Hindu belief describes Mumbadevi as Parvati who became a divine form to eliminate the demon Mumbaraksha. By her victory Mumbadevi decided to become the protector deity of this region. The Mumbadevi Temple in Bhuleshwar neighborhood of South Mumbai commemorates through its presence the enduring legend. Constructed during the 18th century the temple continues to be a primary place of dedication for followers. People from all regions of India journey to the temple to receive fortune and safeguarding blessings. As a result of this connection with Mumbadevi people see that religion binds with local culture to create Mumbai's core values. Ghosts of Antilia: A Modern Myth Modern Mumbai has created its own set of urban myths which amaze its residents through tales that differ from ancient myths. Antilia stands as the luxurious mansion belonging to billionaire Mukesh Ambani that has given rise to ghost stories. Wall Street considers Antilia to be the most expensive private building in existence yet the mansion generates rumors about ghostly encounters. The residents of Mumbai believe Antilia holds ghostly paranormal activity near the cremation ground and during its construction phases. Lacking factual proof despite widespread speculation the myth expresses public concerns regarding economic inequality together with urban growth. According to Mumbaikars Antilia embodies their feelings of aspiration as well as feeling alienated from their city—a fundamental reality among urban dwellers in Mumbai. The modern urban legend combines fact or fiction to enrich the ongoing development story of Mumbai. Curse of the Elephanta Caves Anglia Century visitors to Mumbai must make a voyage off the coast to experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Elephanta Caves. Solid rock excavated through rock-carving activities between the 5th and 8th centuries contains sublime Shiva sculptures within these caves. The caves received a curse from Vyas the sage who placed it because Portuguese raiders destroyed multiple statues inside them. The legend states that people who show disrespect to the caves will receive bad fortune. Supporting evidence from historians points to vandalism as the cause of damage but residents and tour guides in the area keep this tale alive. The site reminds visitors about the necessity to protect cultural heritage while respecting spiritual places which remain vital in today's rapidly transforming city of Mumbai. Enigmatic Haji Ali Dargah A causeway links the Haji Ali Dargah to the shoreline through its position on a diminutive waterfront island. Every year millions of pilgrims make religious journeys to Haji Ali Dargah which is dedicated to Sufi saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari without any religious restrictions. Popular folklore suggests the saint asked his disciples to place his burial at sea which established the unusual location of his mausoleum. The historical review of the dargah contains an interesting element where phantom figures appear around its shrine. The spiritual presence of the saint is said to roam around the building in the evening hours by people who experienced this phenomenon and others claim to hear haunting melodies coming from the structure at night. Numerous skeptics view these spiritual tales as baseless supernatural beliefs although these stories create the mystical atmosphere around the dargah by bringing together religion and folklore. Bombay Plague Epidemic and Its Legacy All accounts of Mumbai's myths must include the fatal plague epidemic which struck in 1896. This destructive occurrence destroyed many people while permanently engraving itself within the collective memory of the municipal area. Many people started believing in the Plague Goddess who allegedly brought harm to humans because of their sins. In order to calm her down people began constructing makeshift religious altars throughout the city. Science later confirmed the nature of the plague but supernatural perspectives about this epidemic continue to persist because the horror left an enduring legacy. The Mahalaxmi area, once a quarantine zone, still bears traces of its past through street names and monuments. This period made the annual Ganesh Chaturthi festival rise to prominence because it provided citizens with vital psychological and community support. Every Mumbai tradition found its roots in municipal tragedies of the past. Conclusion The historical deities as well as current legends that exist in Mumbai provide a remarkable way to understand the underlying essence of the city. History combined with spirituality and human creative power shapes the community identity through the bonds that form between past events and present human imagination. The fabricated narratives which may or may not be based on real events work as cultural links that unite various age groups and community groups. Mumbai's myths continue being an enduring inspiration as the city evolves because storytelling continues shaping our shared sense of consciousness.