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Ram temple issue: SC rejects pleas for urgent hearing

Ram temple issue: SC rejects pleas for urgent hearing

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The bench then said that it was not going to fast track the matter.

BJP won't survive if Ram Temple not constructed: Uddhav in Ayodhya

BJP won't survive if Ram Temple not constructed: Uddhav in Ayodhya

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

Noting that Lok Sabha elections are around the corner and only one session of Parliament remains, he asked the government to bring an ordinance.

BJP gauging 'country's mood' on Ram temple, other issues

BJP gauging 'country's mood' on Ram temple, other issues

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

With Ram temple issue once again coming into focus before 2014 Parliamentary elections through VHP yatra, a BJP sub-committee under the campaign panel headed by Narendra Modi is gathering feed back from people on Ayodhya and other burning issues to gauge "country's mood".

As Hindu parties decide who will lead the suit, SC defers hearing in Mathura case

As Hindu parties decide who will lead the suit, SC defers hearing in Mathura case

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute in Mathura. The adjournment comes as Hindu parties involved in the case are reportedly engaged in off-the-record talks to determine which lawsuit will serve as the lead case. The court was hearing a plea challenging an Allahabad High Court order that designated one Hindu party as the representative for all Lord Krishna devotees.

Move out: Delhi housing colony to Aiyar, daughter over Ram temple stand

Move out: Delhi housing colony to Aiyar, daughter over Ram temple stand

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Aiyar in a video posted on Facebook, however, stated that she did not live in the colony represented by the RWA and that she did not receive any "notice" (letter) from it.

Don't fail electors, build Ram Temple: VHP tells Modi Sarkar

Don't fail electors, build Ram Temple: VHP tells Modi Sarkar

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

Stepping up pressure for the construction of Ram Temple in Ayodhya, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad has said the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party at the Centre cannot afford to fail its electors on the "core issue" and must deliver on it.

Grand Ram temple will be built by end of 2023 after 500-yr wait: Adityanath

Grand Ram temple will be built by end of 2023 after 500-yr wait: Adityanath

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

He attributed the construction of the temple, "a historic work" to the decisive and strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Meet the members of Ayodhya Ram temple trust

Meet the members of Ayodhya Ram temple trust

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The government on Wednesday named nine out of 15 members of the 'Shri Ram Janambhoomi Teertha Kshetra' trust constituted for the construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya as mandated by the Supreme Court. Here's all you need to know about the members of the trust who have been named so far.

VHP passes resolution on Ram temple; Bhagwat asks to tread cautiously

VHP passes resolution on Ram temple; Bhagwat asks to tread cautiously

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Some speakers also blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government.

Work on Ayodhya Ram temple on schedule, darshan by Dec 2023, says official

Work on Ayodhya Ram temple on schedule, darshan by Dec 2023, says official

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

Work on building a pilgrimage facilitation centre and other utilities in Ayodhya's Ram temple complex has started, with 'darshan' of Ram Lalla expected to open in December 2023, according to a senior official of the construction committee.

Togadia wants to bring law in Parliament for building Ram temple

Togadia wants to bring law in Parliament for building Ram temple

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel and Governor O P Kohli were also present at the meeting.

Ram temple issue BJP's hidden agenda: Sharad Yadav

Ram temple issue BJP's hidden agenda: Sharad Yadav

Rediff.com6 May 2014

Attacking Narendra Modi for using Lord Ram's picture on the stage backdrop at a rally, Janata Dal-United chief Sharad Yadav on Tuesday charged that Ram Temple issue was BJP's hidden agenda and the party has chosen Varanasi as the epicentre to spread communalism in the country.

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Tensions between Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and the Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have drawn national attention in recent months.

VHP rebuffs Gadkari over Ram Temple issue

VHP rebuffs Gadkari over Ram Temple issue

Rediff.com18 Feb 2010

In a virtual rebuff to the Bharatiya Janata Party, which on Thursday harped on its commitment to construct a Ram temple at Ayodhya, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad said it was a religious issue and political leaders should stop talking about it 'to seek more votes'. "We totally disagree with it. The issue is not political and therefore they should not speak. It is a religious issue. Building a temple or mosque should not be decided by the BJP or the Congress," he said.

'Ram temple will be built during BJP rule': Sakshi Maharaj

'Ram temple will be built during BJP rule': Sakshi Maharaj

Rediff.com7 Jun 2015

Controversial Bharatiya Janata Party MP Sakshi Maharaj on Sunday declared the Ram temple at Ayodhya will be built under the Centre's BJP government, which has "four more years to go", drawing sharp criticism from opposition Congress party.

How Modi's Political Aura Crumbled At Jantar Mantar

How Modi's Political Aura Crumbled At Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

It was left to an incensed Gen Z to show the rest of India that enough was enough, and that the time had come to shatter the fear psychosis generated by the government's authoritarian approach to protests and criticism, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

How Unnao Police Neutralised Priest Murder Accused

How Unnao Police Neutralised Priest Murder Accused

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

The prime accused in the murder of a temple priest in Unnao, identified as Issrael, was killed in a police encounter early Monday. An SOG constable was injured during the exchange of fire. Issrael was wanted for the June 9 murder of Sant Ram Miland Das, which had caused tension in the area.

Ram Temple work to start this year-end in Ayodhya

Ram Temple work to start this year-end in Ayodhya

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

BJP leader Subramanian Swamy on Wednesday claimed that work on the construction of Ram Temple in Ayodhya would start before this year-end.

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

At a time when the BJP's stars are at the top on the eve of the Lok Sabha polls, the Puri-Joshimath Sankaracharyas may have kick-started a row whose efforts might be to divide Hindus, not in the name of castes, but on what passes for greater belief, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Ram temple trust head Nritya Gopal Das tests positive for COVID-19

Ram temple trust head Nritya Gopal Das tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

On August 5, Das shared the dais with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat at the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a Ram temple in Ayodhya.

'This Is The Biggest Setback Of Modi's Career'

'This Is The Biggest Setback Of Modi's Career'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

'For the rest of his tenure, people will start with the assumption that even Modi can be forced to bow down'

JD-U distances self from BJP's Ram temple stance

JD-U distances self from BJP's Ram temple stance

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

"Our stand is very clear from the beginning. The issue of Ram temple has to be settled either through negotiations or court order. Uniform Civil code will not be imposed and there would be no talk of ending section 370," Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar told media-persons in New Delhi, commenting on BJP's promise of enacting a legislation to construct the temple at Ayodhya.

Won't look at other temples if...: Ram temple official on Gyanvapi

Won't look at other temples if...: Ram temple official on Gyanvapi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

He also appealed to the Muslim side for a peaceful solution for all these three temples.

Bhagwat's Ram temple comments: 'Politically win-win'

Bhagwat's Ram temple comments: 'Politically win-win'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

'On the one hand it will appeal to pan-Hindu sentiment and on the other opposition to it could well strengthen support for the BJP among Hindu voters.'

Police use lathi charge, tear gas to break up CJP's march; several injured, detained

Police use lathi charge, tear gas to break up CJP's march; several injured, detained

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Police forces from several adjoining districts were requisitioned to man key junctions, sensitive locations and government buildings in the Lutyens' area ahead of the march.

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

This visit by the prime minister comes weeks ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The construction of the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya, including the main structure, is estimated to cost around Rs 1,100 crore and is expected to be completed in three-and-a-half years, said the treasurer of the trust overseeing the project on Monday.

Brahmin Discontent May Reshape UP Politics

Brahmin Discontent May Reshape UP Politics

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

A caste recalibration is simmering just below the surface in UP.

Amit Shah links black clothes protest to Ram temple day, Congress hits back

Amit Shah links black clothes protest to Ram temple day, Congress hits back

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday linked Congress leaders' protest in black clothes over the issues of price rise and unemployment to the party's "appeasement" politics to convey its opposition to the Ram temple foundation laying by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on this day in 2020.

Ayodhya's Ram Temple will be 161-ft tall, an increase by 20 feet

Ayodhya's Ram Temple will be 161-ft tall, an increase by 20 feet

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

"The earlier design was made in 1988, now over 30 years have passed and so the footfall will increase with time. People are also very enthusiastic about visiting the temple so we thought its size should be increased. In view of this, the height of the temple has been increased from 141-feet to 161-feet," Nikhil Sompura said.

RSS chief backs VHP's demand for Ram temple

RSS chief backs VHP's demand for Ram temple

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday backed the BVishwa Hindu parishad's resolution for building a Ram temple in Ayodhya, saying its construction is like establishing the 'Indian identity'.

Priest, cops involved in Ram Temple event test Covid +ve

Priest, cops involved in Ram Temple event test Covid +ve

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

The programme, however, will be held as planned, maintaining all the safety rules for coronavirus.

1 Dalit in govt's 15-member Ram temple trust

1 Dalit in govt's 15-member Ram temple trust

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

A notification by the MHA said a trust by the name 'Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra' has been registered with its registered office at R-20, Greater Kailash Part-1, New Delhi, 110048. The ministry also said as directed by the SC, the UP government has already issued the allotment letter of a five-acre plot to the Sunni Central Waqf Board for construction of a mosque.

Bypolls: Prashant Kishor breaches BJP bastion of Bankipur, Cong wins Datia, BJP retains Manjalpur

Bypolls: Prashant Kishor breaches BJP bastion of Bankipur, Cong wins Datia, BJP retains Manjalpur

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Former poll strategist Prashant Kishor made a stunning electoral debut by winning Bihar's Bankipur assembly seat, a long-held BJP bastion. Concurrently, the Congress retained the Datia assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh, while the BJP successfully held onto the Manjalpur seat in Gujarat, showcasing mixed results for the ruling and opposition parties in these crucial by-elections.

Ram temple: Ban on mining pink sandstone in Raj likely to be lifted

Ram temple: Ban on mining pink sandstone in Raj likely to be lifted

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

A standing committee of the Rajasthan Wildlife Board's has cleared a proposal to allow the mining of a special sandstone, much sought after by builders including those constructing the Ram temple in Ayodhya, from Bharatpur's Bandh Baretha sanctuary.

Will build Ram temple without your help: Hindu leaders tell govt

Will build Ram temple without your help: Hindu leaders tell govt

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Taking a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party government, Hindu religious leaders have said that they will construct the Ram temple at the "Lord's birthplace" in Ayodhya without any political assistance if the Supreme Court gives order in their favour.

Sea of saffron in Delhi as VHP, RSS push for Ram Temple law

Sea of saffron in Delhi as VHP, RSS push for Ram Temple law

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Without naming the BJP, Joshi added, "We are not begging for it. We are expressing our emotions. The country wants 'Ram rajya'."

How Two Were Charred To Death In Jabalpur Road Accident

How Two Were Charred To Death In Jabalpur Road Accident

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Two individuals were charred to death in Jabalpur after their SUV was trapped between two dumpers and caught fire. The accident occurred on Saturday evening, and the driver of one dumper fled the scene.

Ram temple one of the poll issues in Ayodhya, voters want jobs, development

Ram temple one of the poll issues in Ayodhya, voters want jobs, development

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party, for whom the temple town sharpened its Hindutva plank, is facing a challenge particularly from the Samajwadi Party in the ongoing state polls.