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Ram Temple Inauguration: Ram Lalla's Pran Pratishtha Concludes, Temple Darshan From Tomorrow

Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha Ceremony LIVE: Ram Lalla's pran partistha ceremony has concluded with the first look of idol unveiled for the public. 

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Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration Live Updates: The world just witnessed a historic day as Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya after 500 years of exile. The pran pratistha ceremony concluded with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the rituals. Uttar Prades Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat were also present during the puja ceremony. The pran pratistha concluded with chanting of vedic mantras and playing of muscial instruments. Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled. Devotees and guests chanted 'Jai Sri Ram' as the ceremony was held.

"The divine moment of Pran Prathishta of Shri Ram Lala in Ayodhya Dham is an emotional moment for everyone. It is my good fortune to be part of this unique programme. Jai Siyaram," PM Modi said in a tweet. Representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects of the country attended the historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony. People from all walks of life including representatives of various tribal communities are also attended the ceremony. 

Ram Lalla Idol

Arun Yogiraj, the sculptor, crafted the new idol, which has now been positioned within the innermost chamber of the temple. This magnificent creation stands at a height of 51 inches and carries a weight of 1.5 tonnes. Depicting Lord Ram as a five-year-old child, the idol is intricately designed, with the divine figure standing upon a lotus, also skillfully sculpted from the same stone.

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22 January 2024
16:39 IST

Live Updates: Ram Lalla Darshan From Tomorrow

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Chief Priest, Acharya Satyendra Das, announces that the darshan of Ram Lalla will commence tomorrow following the 'Pran Pratishtha'

15:42 IST

Live Updates: Eradication Of The Poison Of Caste Is Imminent, Says Acharya Dhirendra Krishna Shastri

During the Shri Ram Pran Pratishtha ceremony, Bageshwar Dham Sarkar Acharya Dhirendra Krishna Shastri states, "The elimination of the poison of caste will occur as Ram belongs to Shabari, Ram belongs to Valmiki, Ram belongs to everyone."

15:28 IST

Live Updates: PM Showers Flower Petals On Temple Workers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi showers flower petals on the workers who were a part of the construction crew at Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

15:17 IST

Ram Mandir Live Updates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sprinkles flowers on the idol of Jatayu at the Ram Temple premises in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

15:11 IST

PM Modi Greets Neeta Ambani, Mukesh Ambani At Ram Temple Ayodhya

PM Modi extends his greetings to those present at the 'Pran Pratishtha' program of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Notable attendees include Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, along with his wife Nita Ambani, as well as former PM HD Deve Gowda and his son HD Kumaraswamy.

14:50 IST

Live Update: Temple Of National Consciousness, Says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this is a temple of national consciousness in the form of Ram. "Ram is the faith of India, Ram is the foundation of India. Ram is the idea of India, Ram is the law of India...Ram is the prestige of India, Ram is the glory of India...Ram is the leader and Ram is the policy. Ram is eternal...When Ram is honoured, its effect does not last for years or centuries, its effect is for thousands of years..." said PM Modi.

14:48 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: The People Of Ayodhya And Entire Nation Have Endured Separations Spanning Hundreds Of Years, Says PM Modi

Upon witnessing the arrival of the Lord, all the residents of Ayodhya, as well as the entire nation, were filled with joy. The prolonged separation and adversity had come to an end. In that era, the separation lasted only for 14 years, yet it was intolerable. In this age, the people of Ayodhya and the entire nation have endured separations spanning hundreds of years. Many generations of ours have experienced such separations: PM Modi

14:44 IST

Ram Lalla Is A Symbol Of Peace, Patience, Mutual Harmony: PM Modi

There was a time when some people used to say that if the Ram Temple is built, there will be unrest. Such individuals failed to understand the sanctity of India's social sentiments. The construction of this temple for Ram Lalla is also a symbol of peace, patience, mutual harmony, and unity in Indian society. We are witnessing that this construction is not giving rise to any unrest, but rather giving birth to positive energy: PM Modi

14:39 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: I Believe That Devotees Of Prabhu Ram Are Completely Absorbed In This Historic Moment

"I have firm belief and immense faith that today, the devotees of Prabhu Ram are completely absorbed in this historic moment...the devotees of Prabhu Ram, in every corner of the country and the world, are deeply feeling this...This moment is divine, this moment is the holiest of all," said PM Modi.

14:35 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Thanks Supreme Court

Ram's existence was questioned. Will express thanks to Supreme Court for doing justice and temple was built in accordance with law...Even after thousands of years people will remember this date, moment. It's Ram's supreme blessings that we are witnessing it...January 22, 2024 is not merely a date but marks advent of a new era: PM Modi in Ayodhya after Ram temple consecration ceremony.

14:26 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Makes Big Remark

14:21 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Asks For Forgiveness From Lord Rama For Delay

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that we ask for forgiveness from Lord Rama because there must have been some shortcomings in our efforts that the construction of temple was delayed. But that wait has ended today.

14:16 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Says January 22 Sunlight Brought Unprecedented Charm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he has many things to say but he is choked with emotion. He said that the nation has broken the shackles of slavery and has risen to write a new history. Even after 1000 years, people will disucss this date and the event. It's a matter of big pride that we are witnessing this moment.

14:08 IST

Ram Temple Inauguration Live Updates: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's Message Of Unity

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed people after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya. He asked people to stop fighting on petty issues and work for the welfare and unity of the nation.

14:05 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: CM Yogi Adityanath Said Sanatan Aastha Was Hurt In Its Own Country

Sanatan Aastha was harassed and hurt on its land but Ram's life taught us continence and we followed that. But our determination kept becoming stronger....Ayodhya is being established as the spiritual culture of the world: CM Yogi Adiayanath

14:01 IST

Ram Temple Opening Live: Dream Came True, Says CM Yogi

13:58 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: CM Yogi's Big Remark

CM Yogi said, "Shri Ram Janmbhoomi may be the first of its kind incident in the world where the majority society of a country, fought a battle for so many years at so many levels in their own country for building a temple at the birthplace of their god."

13:52 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: First Of Kind Movement Where Majority Forced To Fight Legal Battle In Their Own Country, Says Yogi

Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath said that while the Ram Temple has been built at its original place, it may be the first of its kind incident in the world where the majority in their own country fought a legal battle to get their lord's birthplace back.

13:48 IST

Ram Mandir Live Latest Update: CM Yogi Adityanath Says 'Historical, Pious Day'; No Words To Express Joy

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath addressed people after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya. With PM Narendra Modi, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and other dignitaries present at the dais, CM Yogi said that people have no words to express their joy. 

13:39 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Govind Giri Ji Maharaj Comapres PM Modi To Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Govind Giri ji maharaj said that PM Modi's penance is commendable as he slept on mat for 11 days while as asked to do it for only three days. He said that PM Modi visited temples in Nashik, Guruvayur and other places like he was inviting all deities to come to witness the historic event.

13:31 IST

Ram Lalla Arrives In Ayodhya Live Updates: PM Modi To Address The Nation Shortly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who led the rituals during Pran Pratistha ceremony, will address the nation shortly. Ahead of his address, CM Yogi Adityanath presented him with a silver model of Ram Temple.

13:22 IST

Ram Lalla's Pran Pratistha Live: Pakistani Player Danish Kaneria Reacts

13:15 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: PM Modi Performs Aarti, Does 'Dandwat Pranam'

13:08 IST

Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha Live Updates: CM Yodi Adityanath Shares Ram Idol's Visual, Greets With Ram Chants

12:51 IST

Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha Live updates: Check Visuals Of Mystical Moment

12:44 IST

Pran Pratistha Live: PM Modi Offers Prayers To Ram Lalla

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers to Ram Lalla after the consecration ceremony.

12:41 IST

Pran Pratishta Live: Mangal Dhwani Being Played In Ram Temple

12:35 IST

Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha Ceremony Live Updates: Check First Pran Pratisthit Look Of Ram Lalla

12:29 IST

Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha Live News: PM Modi Gets Emotional Watching Ram Lalla

With 'sankalp' in his hands, a tilak on his forehead, and eyes fixed towards Ram Lalla, PM Narendra Modi became emotional during pran pratistha puja.

12:27 IST

Ayodhya Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Check Stunning Photos Of PM Modi's Entry

12:21 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Watch Pics Of Celebrities

12:13 IST

Ram Temple Consecration Live Updates: UNGA President Says Happy To Arrive In India On 'Second Diwali'

Dennis Francis, President of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly arrives in India.

12:12 IST

Ram Temple Latest News Live: Pran Pratistha Ceremony Underway With PM Modi Participating In The Event

12:10 IST

Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Watch- PM Modi With Silver Chhatra Inside Temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today presented a 'silver chhatra' to Ram Temple for the Ram Lalla's idol minutes ahead of the Pran Pratistha event.

12:06 IST

Ram Temple Consecration Ceremony Live Updates: First Pics Of PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went inside the temple with a 'chhatra' of silver. 

12:03 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Live Latest Update: What Jackie Shroff Said About Ayodhya Ceremony

11:57 IST

Ram Temple Live Update: Flowers Showered At Mandir From Helicopters- WATCH

Ahead of the pran pratistha ceremony, flowers were showered at the Ram Temple from helicopters. Watch

11:52 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratistha Latest Update: Check List Of Bollywood Celebs Who Reached Ayodhya

The Ram Temple ceremony will start in a shortwhile from now. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also reached the temple. Many actors have also reached. Checked full list here:

Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher To Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif: Bollywood Celebs Reach Ayodhya To Attend Lord Ram Pran Pratistha Ceremony
 

11:46 IST

Ram Mandir Live Updates: Ahead Of Pran Pratistha, Sonu Nigam Sings Soul Stirring Bhajan; Watch

Singer Sonu Nigam created a devotional atmosphere with his Bhajans at Ram Temple. 

11:45 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Ceremony Live Updates: Singer Palak Muchhal Sings Devotional Songs; Watch

11:43 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Latest News From Ayodhya

11:32 IST

Ayodhya Latest News: PM Modi Present In Ram Temple; Pran Pratistha To Begin Shortly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The pran pratistha ceremony will being shortly as all preparations are in place.

11:29 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Latest Update Live: Cricket Legend Sachin Tendulkar Arrives At Ram Mandir

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar arrives at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

11:25 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratistha Ceremony Live Updates: Joyous Day, Says Union Minister Ramdas Athawale

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said that this is a joyous day and people from across the world are participating in the pranpratishtha ceremony. "This is a joyous day. People from across the world are participating in the pranpratishtha ceremony...On political controversy over the ceremony, he says, "Had this been a BJP agenda, the Opposition would not have been given an invitation. All of them received an invitation...Famous personalities and politicians have been invited. This is not a BJP event. Opposition should have come here. But they boycotted it, I appeal to the people to boycott them in the upcoming election," said Athawale.

11:17 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Latest News Live: PM Modi Reaches Temple Site; Sonu Nigam Sings Bhajan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with CM Yogi Adityanath reached the temple site to attend the holy event. Meanwhile, singer Sonu Nigam performed various Bhajans at the temple site while dignitaries continued to reach the temple. Actor Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek Bachchan were also present there.

11:14 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Consecration Ceremony Live Updates: ''Had Tears In My Eyes,' Said Anu Malik 

Music Composer Anu Malik stated that recently PM Modi said that he likes one of the Bhajans composed by me. "It is a beautiful feeling and I am very happy to be present here. I had tears in my eyes when I saw the Temple for the first time," said Malik.

11:10 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Latest Visuals Of Dignitaries Arriving In Ayodhya

Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Info along with his wife Shloka Mehta also arrived at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya a shortwhile ago.

11:06 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Pran Pratishta Latest Update Live: Watch What 'Sita Ma' Dipika Chikhlia Said To Zee News

11:04 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Check Visuals When RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Reached Temple

10:57 IST

Ram Temple Consecration Live Updates: Ranbir Reaches Ayodhya Temple On E-Rickshaw

Actress Alia Bhat today shared that Ranbir Kapoor reached Ram Temple on e-rickshawa.

10:52 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff Send Greetings

Actors Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff have extended their greetings on the occasion of Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha ceremony.

10:42 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Bageshwar Dham Chief Dhirendra Shastri Reaches Temple

Bageshwar Dham Chief Dhirendra Shastri has reached Ayodhya temple. Shastri said that peole are joyful and he is also happy. 

10:36 IST

Ram Temple Latest Update Live: PM Modi Reaches Ayodhya Airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Ayodhay airport a shortwhile ago. From there, he will take a chopper to Ram Temple site. 

10:25 IST

Ram Mandir Live Updates: Amitabh Bachchan Interacts With Arun Govil

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan along with Abhishek arrived at Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Big B there interacted with key dignitaries including Arun Govil and Anil Ambani. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale and Bhajan singer Anoop Jalota also reached the holy city. 

10:12 IST

Ram Temple Pran Pratistha Live News: Time For Rejuvenation Has Come, Says Giriraj Singh

Union Minister Giriraj Singh said that the time for rejuvenation has come. "After 500 years, we are witnessing the breaking of other temples in our own country by invaders, but today, 500 years later, it is the time for complete awakening. Hindus, all countrymen, and even Muslims are standing together in a sense of patriotism today."

Giriraj Singh also launched a strong attack on the Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lalu Yadav & his sons. He said, "People like Lalu, who on one hand have individuals like Tejashwi opposing Hinduism, opposing the Ram Temple, and on the other hand, associate themselves with the religion of Muslims, sometimes by wearing a skullcap, such people are the ones who defame Hinduism."

09:50 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratishta Live Updates: CM Yogi Adityanath Reaches Ram Temple; To Welcome PM Modi There

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reached the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He interacted with dignitaries at the site. CM Yogi will welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi upon his arrival. PM Modi will spend four hours 15 minutes in Ayodhya. PM Modi will arrive at Ayodhya Airport at 10.25 am and will reach the Ayodhya helipad at 10.45 am. He will reach the Ram temple at 10.55am. The time between 11am to 12 noon has been reserved while the pran pratistha will take place between 12.05pm to 12.55pm. PM Modi will leave the temple premises after that and will attend a public event in the city at 1pm. He will visit Kuber Teela at 2.10pm.

 

09:47 IST

Ram Idol Pran Pratistha Live Updates: South African Cricketer Keshav Maharaj Sends Wishes

South African Cricketer Keshav Maharaj today shared his greetings for the Ram idol pran pratistha ceremony. Watch THIS VIDEO:

09:34 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratistha Live Updates: Uma Bharati, Pawan Kalyan, Saina Nehwal Reach Holy City

BJP leader Uma Bharati, actor Pawan Kalyan, and ace badminton player Saina Nehwal arrived in Ayodhya hours ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony. 

09:22 IST

Ayodhya Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha Ceremony Live: 92 Invitees From 50 Countries, 15 Yajmans To Grace Occasion

The government of Uttar Pradesh said that in making the Ayodhya pran pratistha a global affair, the consecration ceremony will be graced by 92 invitees representing 50 countries as state guests. "Besides, there will be 15 'yajmans' drawn from different social groups to accompany the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM will reach the temple around 11 AM and remain inside the complex for about three and a half hours for the ceremony, followed by his public meeting. Music instruments from 25 states will be played for nearly two hours to produce 'Mangal Dhwani' before the start of the rituals at 12.20 pm. The entire city has been decorated with over 2,500 quintal flowers," said the state government.

09:19 IST

Live Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha Latest Update: Mexico Gets First Ram Temple

On the eve of ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at Ayodhya, city of Queretaro in Mexico gets the first Lord Ram temple. Queretaro also hosts the first Lord Hanuman temple in Mexico.  "The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony was performed by an American Priest with Mexican hosts & the idols brought from India. The atmosphere was filled with divine energy as the hymns & songs sung by the Indian diaspora reverberated throughout the hall," said Indian embassay in Mexico.

09:14 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratishta Live Updates: Vice President Sends Greetings, Says January 22 Marks 'Tryst With Divinity'

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today congratulations people on the 'epochal day' of Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya. "Gratifying to witness celebratory moment marking reawakening of national pride all over. Heartfelt wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he leads, after 11-day rigorous ‘anushthan’, the sacred rituals in the presence of other yajmans, saints and seers guiding the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. January 22 is etched in history as defining moment of 'tryst with divinity' in our civilisational trajectory. On this day, let us resolve to inculcate Prabhu Shri Ram’s values of Integrity, forgiveness, bravery, sincerity, humility, care and compassion as a way of life to bring about enlightenment, peace, harmony and righteousness all around," said Dhankhar.

08:52 IST

Ram Mandir Opening Live Updates: Legend Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar To Attend Event

Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar will attend the Ram temple pran pratistha ceremony. Tendulkar left for Ayodhya this morning.

08:34 IST

Ram Temple Opening Live Updates: Actors, Dignitaries Leave For Ayodhya

With the Ram temple opening just a few hours away, actors and dignitaries have left for Ayodhya while many have already reached the holy city. Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, Madhuri Dixit, Ram Charan, and Chiranjeevi left for the city this morning. Meanwhile, bhajan and kirtans are being organised across the country to mark the occasion.

 

08:14 IST

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Live Updates: Mahant Raju Das Says This

Mahant Raju Das of Hanumangarhi said, "The whole of Ayodhya is ready for today. For the residents of Ayodhya, the moment has come that they have been waiting for 500 years. Everyone’s gratitude."

07:50 IST

Ram Mandir Ayodhya Live Updates: Sadhvi Ritambhara Says This On Temple Inauguration

"I was waiting for this day to see the enthusiasm of the people. The saints and sages who are meeting are saying that they had to wait a long time for this moment," Sadhvi Ritambhara.

07:37 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Inauguration Live Updates: 4400 Saints, Religious Leaders To Grace The Event

During the ‘Pran Pratistha’ ceremony, 4400 saints and religious leaders from across the country are participating. Special arrangements have been made for the saints. Apart from this, Acharyas of all the schools of Indian spirituality, religion, sect, method of worship, traditions, saints, Mahamandaleshwar, Mandaleshwar, Shrimahant, Mahant, Naga of more than 150 traditions, as well as heads of more than 50 tribal, hilly, coastal and island traditions will be present in the ceremony.

07:20 IST

Live Updates: Thousands Of Guests, Devotees To Arrive In Ayodhya 

Parking arrangements have been made at 51 places for 23,000 vehicles of guests. Parking spots have been uploaded on Google Map to facilitate access. Parking spaces have also been reserved for VVIPs, VIPs and other guests. These parking lots have been equipped with wireless and PA systems.

07:06 IST

Ram Mandir Inauguration Live Updates: Deepotsav To Light Up One Million Lamps In Ayodhya

Preparations have also been made for Deepotsav in the evening by lighting one million lamps in Ayodhya after sunset. Deepotsav will be celebrated all over the country and the world. PM Modi and CM Yogi have urged the countrymen to light 5 lamps after sunset.

06:48 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Inauguration Live Updates: Ayodhya Set To Thousands Of Guests

For the ‘Pran Pratistha’ ceremony of Ram Lalla, more than 8,000 distinguished people from various fields along with saints have been invited. Many of them have already arrived in Ayodhya Dham and the rest will reach by Monday morning.

The ceremony will also see the presence of special guests from cricket, film, saint, politics, art, literature, culture and other domains. They have started coming to Ayodhya Dham to witness the historic event.

06:44 IST

Ram Mandir Ceremony Live Updates: Heavy Police Force Deployed In Ayodhya

The city has been divided into two zones, Red and Yellow. Units of SPG, NSG Black Cat Commandos, CRPF Cobra, CISF, RAF, NDRF have been deployed across the city. Teams of UP Police are guarding every nook and corner of the city. Snipers are also deployed on rooftops and important locations. Besides, Intelligence Bureau and RAW are also keeping an eye on the activities.

More than 100 DSPs, about 325 inspectors and 800 sub-inspectors from various districts of the state have been deployed in Dham, while 11,000 personnel of police and paramilitary forces have been deployed additionally. Three DIGs, 17 SPs, 40 ASPs, 82 DSPs, 90 Inspectors along with more than a 1000 constables and 4 company PACs have been deployed for VIP security.

06:35 IST

Live Updates: Delhi BJP To Organise Community Screening Of 'Pran Prathishtha' Ceremony

The Delhi BJP office today stands illuminated and decorated as the country prepares to witness the Pran Prathistha of Lord Ram's idol in Ayodhya, the party said in a statement. Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva said in a statement that senior central and Delhi BJP leaders will join the community viewing of the Pran Pratistha at different temples in Delhi.

Sachdeva said that Delhi BJP workers have made arrangements to organise community viewing of Pran Prathistha Samaroh by putting up screens and TVs at over 2000 locations across the city in temples at booth level.

06:17 IST

Ram Temple Consecration Ceremony Live Updates: Arun Yogiraj Has Crafted Lord Ram's Idol

The idol of Ram Lalla has been placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple in Ayodhya. The idol of 'Ram Lalla' is carved by Mysuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj. The idol is 51 inches tall and weighs 1.5 tonnes. The idol portrays Lord Ram as a five-year-old child standing on a lotus also crafted from the same stone.

05:59 IST

Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Live Updates: Ayodhya Decks Up For Ram Lalla’s Homecoming

The city of Ayodhya has been decorated like a bride with thousands of quintals of flowers. There is a festive atmosphere in Avadhpuri. Ram Sankirtan and Ram Charit Manas are being recited in temples across the country including Ayodhya Dham, the capital of Suryavansh. A divine aura is visible from Janmabhoomi Path to Ram Path, Bhakti Path and Dharma Path in Ayodhya.

05:45 IST

Ayodhya Ram Temple Consecration Live: 121 Acharyas To Oversee Pran Pratishtha

The ceremony will be conducted by 121 Acharyas, who will oversee and guide the various rituals and processes. The chief Acharya will be Laxmikant Dixit of Kashi, while Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid of Varanasi will supervise and coordinate the entire event.

23:50 IST

Ram Temple Inauguration Live Updates: AAP To Organise Shobha Yatra, Bhandaras

To mark Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, Aam Aadmi Party will organise Shobha Yatra, Bhandaras, and Sunderkand recitals, among others, in the national capital on Monday, said Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj. The AAP MLA from Greater Kailash said that party legislators and workers will organise religious programmes at various places according to their personal capacity.

23:41 IST

Live Updates Ram Temple Opening: BJP MP Ravi Kishan Invites Tourists To Ayodhya

BJP MP Ravi Kishan said that people from across the world should visit Ayodhya. "The city is illuminated. I would like to tell entire India, entire world - not tomorrow but definitely come here after that. There is an atmosphere of 'jeevit moksha' here. This entire city is filled with energy...It is very beautiful that Lord Ram provided employment to lakhs of people and made this place grand," he said.

23:41 IST

Ayodhya Pran Pratishta Live Updates: Ram Lalla Idol Undergoes Ceremonial Bath With Medicated Water

As the nation eagerly awaits the grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple, the sixth day of the ritual witnessed a special bathing ceremony. The Ram Lalla idol was bathed with water from 114 Kalash (vases), each containing specially medicated liquids. This marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony, symbolizing a significant step in the auspicious event. The day commenced with the daily puja of the deities, a practice integral to the ongoing Pran Pratishtha rituals.

23:16 IST

Live Updates: Ram Temple Event Garners Unprecedented Attention

The ceremony has garnered attention with people contributing gifts from different states, including water, soil, gold, silver, gems, clothes, jewellery, huge bells, drums, and aroma/fragrance items. The most notable among them were the Bhaars (gifts sent at the time of setting up a daughter's house) sent from Goddess Sita's maternal homes at Janakpur in Nepal and Sitamarhi in Bihar, symbolizing a connection across borders, and a resolution to celebrate this divine consecration with fervour across the nation.

22:40 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Anil Kumble, Venkatesh Prasad Reach Ayodhya

Renowned Indian bowlers Anil Kumble and Venkatesh Prasad have arrived in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, to partake in the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of the Ram Temple scheduled for Monday. Among the distinguished guests invited to grace the event are cricket luminaries such as MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Mithali Raj, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Ravichandran Ashwin.

22:15 IST

Live Updates- Ram Temple Opening: Akhand Ramayan Paath In Coimbatore

Punjabi Association in Coimbatore organises an 'Akhanda Ramayan Paath' ahead of the pranpratishtha of Ayodhya Ram Temple. The 24-hour paath will continue till tomorrow, January 22.

21:09 IST

Ram Temple Opening Live Updates: Dimple Yadav Says God Not A Subject Of Debate

Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav said that God should not be made a subject of debate. She said that politics and religion should be kept separate and asked the government to focus on people's issues.

20:35 IST

Ram Mandir Event Live: Shankar Mahadevan Says World Waiting For This Moment

Singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan was sighted at Lucknow airport on Sunday as he arrived to participate in the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on January 22. Addressing the media at the airport, Mahadevan expressed, "It's not just the entire country, but the entire world that is eagerly awaiting this moment. We are thrilled and feel blessed to be state guests and part of this historic event. I believe this is the most significant occurrence in the history of India."

19:49 IST

Ram Lalla Pran Pratishta Live Updates: UP Minister Says Historic Moment For Revival Of Indian Civilization

As the nation prepares to witness the grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple, Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Cultural Minister Jaiveer Singh expressed on Sunday that it is a historic moment contributing to the revival of Indian civilization and heritage. Singh said,"It will be a historic moment for reival of Indian civilization and heritage. Every 'Ram Bhakt' is eagerly awaiting the moment when Prime Minister Narendra Modiji, who has been holding an 11-day 'Anushtha', will perform the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony. People want to witness this moment. It is going to be a wonderful day."

19:38 IST

Ram Lalla Pran Pratishta Live Updates: Ayodhya To Make History With Grand Opening

Ayodhya is on the brink of creating history with the eagerly awaited 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla scheduled for Monday. The consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla is slated to occur on Paush Shukla Kurma Dwadashi, Vikram Samvat 2080, falling on Monday, January 22. The ceremonial proceedings leading up to the Pran Pratishtha commenced with a seven-day ritual on January 16, 2024, Tuesday, adhering to classical traditions. This significant event marks a momentous occasion for Ayodhya and holds the promise of historical significance.

19:27 IST

Ram Temple Live Updates: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Says Temple Resurrected After 500 Years

As the nation eagerly anticipates the grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony for Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar described it as a "great moment" on Sunday. The consecration of Lord Ram's idol is set to take place at the majestic temple in Ayodhya at 12:30 PM on January 22, with the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ceremony will culminate with the enthronement of an idol of Lord Ram within the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Temple. "This is a great moment; the temple was resurrected from that place after 500 years, and naturally, there is a great sense of celebration in the whole country," he said.

19:19 IST

Live Updates- Ram Temple Pran Pratistha: CM Yogi Adityanat Reaches Ayodhya

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has arrived in Ayodhya a day ahead of the opening ceremony. He also took a selfie with a sand sculpture depicting Lord Ram and the Ram temple at Ram Katha Park in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

19:10 IST

Ram Temple Opening Live Updates: Suvendu Adhikari Says Diwali Will Be Celebrated Tomorrow

Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari said that everyone is happy and Diwali will be celebrated tomorrow. "People from the Muslim community are also taking part in this yatra...CM (Mamata Banerjee) is anti-Hindu. She is a communal CM," he said. He was responding to media when asked about the Ram Temple consecration ceremony.

19:07 IST

Live Updates - Ram Temple Inauguration: UP Dy CM Terms Event Historic Moment

As the nation eagerly anticipates the momentous 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony for Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya hailed it as a "historic moment" on Sunday. The consecration of Shri Ram Lalla at the Ayodhya temple is scheduled to take place at 12:30 pm on Monday.