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Tucked away in the core of Bishnupur, West Bengal, we find the Jor-Bangla Temple, also known as Keshta Rai Temple, a striking piece of historical architecture that effortlessly speaks volumes about the region's rich heritage. This wondrous temple, erected in the year 1655 by the Malla King Raghunath Singha, stands tall as a symbol of the vibrant cultural and architectural legacy that Bengal has carried forward through the centuries.

Immerse yourself in a tale of historical significance, spiritual resonance, and the tenacity of human effort, as we unveil the fascinating story of a 13th-century temple, nestled in the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India. This sacred site, belonging to the Chalukyan era, was rediscovered by the inquisitive archaeologist Gajanan Bhide around twenty years ago. The profound echoes of ancient devotion hidden beneath the dust of centuries were uncovered through an extensive excavation operation.

Embrace a new era of bilateral relations between India and France, brought forth by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic two-day visit to France! Making a series of vital announcements, PM Modi has unveiled opportunities that are sure to usher in prosperous outcomes for India and the Indian community residing in France.

Get ready for a remarkable journey into the heart of Kerala's agriculture scene! We're talking about Kerala's acclaimed Kuttanad rice, a unique variety that's prepping to sizzle in the global market. This pivotal move is largely due to the high-speed construction of an all-inclusive rice technology park in Mulakuzha, a region nestled in the Alappuzha district.

Gear up, because we're about to delve into a colossal transformation that's about to sweep over India's military landscape! For the first time since the country gained independence, we are on the brink of a monumental shift in the way our armed forces operate. We're not just talking about a small tweak here and there; we're talking about the introduction of the first-ever Integrated Theatre Command (ITC). It's as groundbreaking as it sounds – a completely new military framework that will bring the Army, Navy, and Air Force together in an unprecedented manner. The anticipation is palpable!

The Supreme Court of India, in a recent judgement, shed light on a critical aspect concerning the legal status of wakf property - a property dedicated for religious or charitable purposes in Islamic law. In the case under scrutiny, the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal that sought recognition of a particular land as wakf property. The ruling underlined the vital prerequisite of conducting a survey under Section 4 of the Wakf Act, 1954, before declaring any property as a wakf. The bench, comprising Justice Pankaj Mithal and Justice V. Ramasubramanian, emphasized that without such a survey, e...

Badrinath, a city in India's Uttarakhand region, is a major holy destination for Hindus around the world. It's quite common for folks from distant places to journey here at least once in their lives. With each passing year, more and more pilgrims are making their way to Badrinath. Now, the government has a big plan to make Badrinath even better for everyone. They're calling it the Badrinath Master Plan 2023.

In Jambukeswarar temple, Thiruvanaikaval, Tamil Nadu, Lord Shiva is said to have manifested Himself as water (Neer) element. The presiding deities here are Lord Jambukeshwarar (Lord Shiva) with His consort Goddess Akilandeswari (Goddess Parvati).

On the 10th of July, a noteworthy development arose within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), an organization consisting of ardent devotees of Bhagwan Krishna. They imposed a ban on the monk Amogh Lila Das, commonly known as Amogh Lila Prabhu, due to contentious comments he made about Swami Vivekananda and his mentor, Ramakrishna Paramhansa, during one of his recent spiritual discourses, or pravachan. The ban is set to be effective for a one-month duration.