Ayodhya Ram Temple Celebrates First Anniversary with Grand Three-Day Ceremony
Ajodhya: To commemorate the first anniversary of the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla at the Ram Temple in Ajodhya, the Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has planned a spectacular three-day celebration starting on January 11, 2025. The Pran Pratishtha ceremony was held on January 22, 2024, and next year’s anniversary will be observed on January 11, in line with the Hindu calendar.
The celebrations will take place at five venues within the temple, featuring various events such as Yagna Mandap programmes and Shri Ram Mantra Jap Yagya, where six lakh mantras will be chanted over the three-day period. Additional recitations like Ram Raksha Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa, and others will also be performed during the event.
The celebrations mark a significant milestone in the lives of Hindu devotees worldwide, who have been eagerly awaiting the grand celebration. As we head into the new year, devotees can expect a vibrant display of traditional Hindu rituals and spiritual practices at this iconic temple complex.
ISRO to Demonstrate In-Space Docking Technology
Bengaluru: India is set to achieve a historic milestone in space technology when the PSLV-C60/SPADEX mission launches towards the end of December. This mission aims to demonstrate in-space docking technology, making India only the fourth country to show successful in-space docking.
The critical technology will enable spacecraft to dock and undock while in orbit, paving the way for tasks such as lunar sample collection and the construction of the Bharatiya Antriksh Station (BAS). This achievement will significantly enhance India's capabilities in space exploration.
IAF Faces Operational Gaps Amid Indian Air Force Shortage
New Delhi: With fighter aircraft scarcity affecting operational readiness, the Indian Air Force is tackling an extensive list of challenges to bolster squadrons.
According to recent reports, Indian Air Force pilots and personnel face considerable shortages across squadrons. As part of this trend, air force authorities are working aggressively to boost recruitment for key positions such as ground crew technicians and pilots.
Air force officials are urging that any potential threat requires a full preparedness posture, thus taking proactive steps towards restoring operational stability and operational strength to achieve their critical objectives.