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Ram Mandir Donation Theft Row: Accountability, Faith, and Selective Outrage
The Ram Mandir donation theft controversy raises serious questions about law, trust, and institutional governance. Allegations involving devotees’ offerings must be investigated impartially, and anyone found guilty should face strict legal consequences. At the same time, the issue should not be used to condemn the temple, the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, or the wider Hindu community.…
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Ayodhya’s Sacred Flame Debate: Honouring Akhand Jyoti while Meeting Modern Safety Norms
A social media dispute about an alleged plastic lamp at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir sparked a wider discussion about the Akhand Jyoti, ritual integrity, and heritage stewardship. This analysis distinguishes the sacred, ghee-fed flame from decorative or safety lighting, clarifying why Agni as Devata cannot be reduced to mere illumination. It draws on safety…
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Historic Ayodhya Ram Temple Flag Hoisting: PM Modi says old wounds healing, dharmic unity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flag hoisting during the Ayodhya ‘Dhwaj Arohan’ ceremony on 25 November 2025 marks a symbolic milestone in the completion of the Ram Mandir. The saffron dhwaj underscores heritage, sacrifice, and service while signaling a broader movement from grievance to reconciliation. The ceremony’s core message encourages healing, constitutional respect, and social cohesion…