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Ramadan : Suhoor, Iftar, Fasting and Prayers

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar and is observed by Muslims globally. It is a month of Fasting to honor the first revelation of Quran on Muhammad (PBUH). It is a month of worship, spirituality and increased and improved dedication. Ramadan teaches Muslims how to exercise self-discipline and self-possession. It also strengthens our knowledge in Quran and makes us more philanthropic. The Holy month of Ramadan is all about fasting and following […]

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May 16, 2018

“Rasi Chakram” found in Panchalaraya Temple in Warangal

Rasi Chakram : Sculpted on a granite rock A Rasi Chakram sculpted on a granite rock which was discovered at the Panchalaraya temple. Sculpture shows Sun-based calendar that was used during the reign of the Kakatiya rulers in Warangal recently. A granite stone sculpted with Rasi Chakram (zodiac sign panel) was recently discovered by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) at Panchalaraya temple in Sayampet Haveli of Warangal district. The ASI officials visited the ancient […]

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May 15, 2018

Ramadan 2018 : Date and time – When does Holy month begin in India

Ramadan 2018 : Date and time – When does Holy month begin in India The holy month of Ramzan or Ramadan this year will commence from May 16 in India. It falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and holds a great significance for the Muslim community across the globe. Muslims will keep an eye out for the crescent moon on May 16, Wednesday which will determine the beginning of the holy month […]

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May 15, 2018

Moonsighting committees convened in UAE and Pakistan

Sultan Bin Saeed Al Badi, Minister of Justice, has issued a resolution setting up a moon-sighting committee for Ramadan. The members will meet after Maghrib prayers on Tuesday at the Abu Dhabi Judiciary Department. The committee, chaired by the Minister of Justice, comprises Mohammad Bin Hamad Al Badi, President of the UAE Federal Supreme Court, along with a number of officials. The resolution urged all Sharia courts in the country to participate in the moon […]

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May 15, 2018

Indian Temples in Foriegn Lands : Janaki Mandir, Nepal – The Birth Place of Sita

Indian Temples in Foriegn Lands : Janaki Mandir, Nepal – The Birth Place of Sita The recent visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Nepal brought into light many unknown or lesser known Hindu temples in the foreign land. In a two-day visit to the Hindu nation, Modi virtually went on a temple run. The criticis claim that it was only to influence the voters in Karnataka, while many say he always wished to visit […]

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May 15, 2018

PM Modi in Nepal flags off ‘ Ramayan Circuit’ bus between Ayodhya – Janakpur

Even as the entire country is going gaga over Karnataka elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is back to business after hard fought campaign trail. Modi is on a a two-day Napel visit. The visit takes prominence because he will be at the birthplace of Sita, Janakpur. He offered prayers at Janaki Mandir and addresseda public gathering. Modi’s visit takes religious importance, if not anything else. There will be a major thrust in the revival of […]

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May 11, 2018

#metgala2018 – Where Fashion met Religion

Religion is intrinsic within our culture, it’s has an undeniable influence and longevity, even in our secular society. This year Met Gala in New York theme is ‘ Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination’ – it’s set to be a theatrical time for fashion and art alike and showed that Christianity and its imagery can still cause jaws to drop. The gala is a fundraising and showcase event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s […]

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May 10, 2018

International Religious News Updates (1st Week of May)

International Religious News Updates (1st Week of May) Mormon church to cut ties with Boy Scouts and start its own gospel-driven youth program The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is ending its more than century-old relationship with the Boy Scouts of America and will create new youth programs for its members. The church announced Tuesday evening that it will sever ties with the organization, effective Dec. 31, 2019, according to a news release. […]

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May 9, 2018

Jain Temples in South India : Moodabidri – Thousand pillars of Jainism in South India

Jain Temples in South India is a new weekly feature on Religion World, which gives you glimpses of different Jain shrines in the this part of the country. Rarely people are aware that Jainism has been prevalent in South India since Maurya dynasty. It became popular over the years and it was the Vijayanagar empire that made it more popular. With Vijayanagar empire giving the much needed impetus to Jainism, it flourished and they started […]

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May 7, 2018

Indian Temples in Foreign Lands : Angkor Wat – The Abode of Vishnu

Indian Temples in Foreign Lands : Angkor Wat – The Abode of Vishnu Did you know that Cambodia as one the biggest and largest Hindu temple? None of the Indian temple stand anywhere close to this great and marvelous creation. As legend says it Lord Vishnu himself had ascended and created this temple. One look at the place will most probably confirm you that the legend is truth. Said to be built in between 9-15th […]

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May 5, 2018

Government invites Global tenders for Haj by sea route

Taking ahead the process of ferrying Haj pilgrims to Saudi Arabia by the sea route, the government has floated global tenders for roping in shipping companies and the operations may start as early as the next Haj season, Union Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi informed speaking to the media recently. “There has been much progress on this front. The Saudi Arabia government’s consent has already been obtained and now we have floated global tenders […]

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May 5, 2018

South India Religious News Updates ( 1st Week of May, 2018 )

South India Religious News Updates ( 1st Week of May, 2018 ) Telangana : Vemulawada temple authorities to plant Ekabilva Recently authorities at the Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy temple at Vemulavada have decided to plant a number of ‘Ekabilvam’ and ‘Mahabilvam’ trees, leaves of which are considered important for ‘Lingarchana’ ritual of Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy. The temple authorities have decided to grow these trees in four acres at Thipppapur goshala, near Guruvaiahnagar, Nampally. They have already […]

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May 5, 2018