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The BJP has strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks about the Constitution's age, calling it an insult to B.R. Ambedkar and a display of ignorance. The party also refuted Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's claim that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's ideology was opposed to the RSS, accusing the Congress of neglecting Patel's legacy and highlighting his contributions to national unity and reconstruction.

History and politics shape modern nationalism worldwide. India's debates on historical figures like Aurangzeb highlight complex national sentiments. Efforts to reshape historical narratives continue to face challenges, influencing contemporary politics and identity

Sambhal police have denied permission for the annual Neja Mela due to its association with Syed Salar Masood Ghazi, linked to historical violence in India. Authorities cited concerns over law and order, and branded any celebration in his memory as anti-national. Organisers plan to challenge the decision, citing the fair's long-standing tradition.

The release date of the Suniel Shetty starrer period drama film 'Kesari Veer' has been postponed. The film was earlier scheduled to release on March 14, 2025.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Somnath Jyotirlinga temple in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district, where he offered prayers and performed a special puja. He then proceeded to Sasan Gir for a lion safari and to chair a National Board for Wildlife meeting, marking World Wildlife Day.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Art of Living, unveiled rare relics of the original Somnath Jyotirlingam in Delhi during a Maha Satsang titled Anandam. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, who attended the event, praised the organization’s Yamuna cleanup efforts and announced plans for a riverfront project.

Mahashivratri is celebrated with devotion across India and the world at temples such as Kashi Vishwanath, Somnath, Mahakaleshwar, Kedarnath, Ramanathaswamy, Lingaraj, and Trimbakeshwar. These temples hold historical, cultural, and spiritual significance, and during this festival, special rituals, prayers, and night vigils are performed, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere for devotees.

Ravi from Jind district returned home after being deceived by agents who promised to send him to the United States legally for a fee. He got stuck in over 10 countries and spent several months in Panama's jungles before being deported after reaching the US.

The somnath temple Trust plans to gold plate all the 72 pillars of the historical temple, beginning with 10 in the first phase. On Tuesday, a pre-fabricated structure made of gold and designed by artisans arrived in Somnath from the national capital.

The historical epic 'Kesari Veer: Legends of Somnath' is set in 14th-century Gujarat and revolves around the defense of the somnath temple. Directed by Prince Dhiman and produced by Kanu Chauhan, the film features stars like Suniel Shetty and Vivek Oberoi. Extensive efforts were made for authenticity, including custom-made props and rigorous physical preparation for the cast.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the somnath temple is the epitome of faith and culture that is visited by over one crore pilgrims every year. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the new Circuit House near somnath temple in Gujarat, the Prime Minister congratulated the Government of Gujarat and the somnath temple Trust for the project.

As plans have been chalked out to restore the glory of somnath temple at Veraval by covering it with gold, the temple trust authority is now ensuring that the precious metal does not face the risk of corrosion given its close proximity to the sea.

Security at the famous somnath temple will be stepped up by the end of November.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a new Circuit House near the somnath temple in Gujarat on Friday via video conferencing, his office said.

As the controversy over Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi’s signature in the Somath Temple visitors’ register blew up, #SomnathTemple became the top national Twitter trend on Wednesday. Congress and BJP party members and volunteers weighed in with their opinions, clarifications as well as criticism on the topic.

The decision was taken during the recently held meeting of trustees at Modi's residence in Delhi on January 12, said the trust secretary P K Lahiri, who is also one of the trustees of the somnath temple, situated in the Gir-Somnath district.

A controversy broke out on Wednesday over Rahul Gandhi's visit to Gujarat's famed somnath temple, after his name was reportedly listed in the register of non-Hindu visitors.

A Delhi-based businessman has made a glittering offering to somnath temple, the revered Shiv temple in Saurashtra. The man, who belongs to an illustrious business family in the national capital, has anonymously committed to donate 25 kg of gold to the somnath temple, the first among the 12 Aadi Jyotirlings of India.

Former Gujarat chief minister Keshubhai Patel was reappointed as the chairman of somnath temple Trust with Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposing his name in the meeting of trustees held at the temple town of Somnath on Wednesday.

Reliance Industries chairperson Mukesh Ambani on Saturday offered prayers at somnath temple in Gujarat along with his son Aakash Ambani on the occasion of Mahashivratri.

The ancient architects of somnath temple used a magnetic levitation system to create the levitating Jyotirlinga. They used a large loadstone as the ceiling magnet, a smaller iron Jyotirlinga as the lower magnet, and a layer of bismuth as the diamagnetic material between them. This system allowed the Jyotirlinga to float in mid-air without any support.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the new chairman of the somnath temple trust. The post had fallen vacant after the death of BJP leader and former chief minister of Gujarat, Keshubhai Patel.

Modi, who is one of the trustees, performed puja at the somnath temple today.

Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, and Vivek Oberoi collaborate for the historical drama 'Kesari Veer: Legend Of Somnath', directed by Prince Dhiman. The film, set in the 14th century, pays tribute to warriors defending the somnath temple. Sooraj Pancholi plays Veer Hamirji Gohil, with Oberoi as the antagonist.