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In a deeply unsettling development, the militant group Hamas has publicized a video that has sent shockwaves through the international community. The video features three Israeli citizens—Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi, and Itai Svirsky—who were reportedly taken captive during an event referred to as the Supernova rave attack. The hostages are seen pleading for intervention from Israeli authorities to secure their release, as the video ominously suggests their fate hangs in the balance.

In Damoh, a city in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, a situation that has ignited significant public outcry has come into the spotlight. This incident involves Mubarak Khan, a 42-year-old Muslim man, and Shruti Tiwari, a 22-year-old Hindu woman. The case has been perceived as an instance of 'love jihad', a term used to describe allegations of Muslim men targeting Hindu women for conversion to Islam under the guise of love.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in its guidelines for school-level history textbooks emphasizes that the role of religion in political conflicts should not be overstated. Setting aside the directives of the state about permissible content in history textbooks for a moment, it's crucial first to examine the historical facts as recorded by medieval historians and to consider the various interpretations of these facts.

In a disturbing incident reminiscent of the infamous Palghar sadhu lynching, three sadhus from Uttar Pradesh became the target of a violent mob attack in West Bengal's Purulia district. This appalling event occurred on the evening of Thursday, 11th January, while the sadhus were en route to the revered Gangasagar Mela.

Prashanth Varma's latest film, "HanuMan," is making waves in the Indian cinematic landscape. Based on the revered figure of Shri Hanuman, a central character in Hindu mythology and an ardent devotee of Shri Ram, this movie has quickly turned into a blockbuster. It uniquely introduces its audience to India's very own cinematic universe. The film portrays Hanuman ji's divine characteristics as superpowers, making him a modern-day superhero – HanuMan.

In a move that reflects both deep personal faith and a significant cultural moment for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the initiation of an 11-day spiritual journey, beginning today and culminating on January 22. This period, known as an ‘anushthan’ (ritual), is in anticipation of the much-awaited Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the new idol of Ram Lalla at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple. This event marks a pivotal point in the nation's cultural and spiritual landscape.

In Chennai, a significant religious event, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Kshetra Prana Prathishta Celebrations, commenced, marking a pivotal moment in the history of religious celebrations in India. Organized by the Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanams (TTD), this three-week-long festivity began to honor the consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, scheduled for January 22. The event was graced by the presence of K Parasaran, a notable figure as the founder-trustee member of the Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Theertha Kshetra Trust.

In a shocking incident in Maharashtra, a 35-year-old woman, serving as a manager at the Juinagar branch of a private bank, was tragically murdered by a man eleven years her junior. The victim, identified as Amrit Ravinder Kaur, was in a relationship with Shoaib Shaikh, a man whose life had taken very different turns compared to hers.

In less than two weeks, a momentous event is set to unfold in Ayodhya – the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir, a long-awaited and highly significant ceremony marking the installation of the deity Ram Lalla in his birthplace. This historic occasion is not just a day of religious significance but also a culmination of years of dedicated struggle by countless individuals. One such person is 96-year-old Kar Sevak Shalini Ramakrishna Dabir, whose unwavering devotion and efforts have played a pivotal role in this journey. Her dedication has been recognized with a special invitation, the Akshat Ni...