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Vijayadashami

OpIndia Explains

Why is Shastra Puja performed on Vijayadashmi, and the significance it holds for PM Modi

Anurag - 5 October, 2022

Shastra Puja involves worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, Parvati, and Saraswati to seek their blessings for strength and power.

News Reports

AIIMS issues advisory after the offensive Ram Leela play receives multiple complaints

OpIndia Staff - 19 October, 2021

Multiple people had filed complaint to AIIMS after clips of an offensive skit on Ram Leela performed by students went viral on social media.

News Reports

Complaint filed against AIIMS Delhi students who had performed a derogatory Ramleela skit

OpIndia Staff - 17 October, 2021

A complaint has been filed by the Kalinga Rights Forum against the derogatory Ram Leela skit performed by AIIMS students

News Reports

Dharma, Hindu Temples, Ayurveda, population control, and social unity: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s speech on Vijayadashami

OpIndia Staff - 15 October, 2021

Mohan Bhagwat reiterated that the Hindu society must become united, strong, vigilant and active in a way that they neither threaten anyone's existence nor fear others.

News Reports

Munger Shooting: Complaint filed against SP Lipi Singh and several other police officials, alleges police brutality when devotees were about to perform Aarti

OpIndia Staff - 6 November, 2020

A complaint has been filed against former Munger SP Lipi Singh and several other police officials in a local court over Vijaya Dashami shooting.

Crime

Malpura, Rajasthan: Arson during curfew imposed after stone-pelting during Durga Puja procession, police launches probe

Jinit Jain - 12 October, 2019

The curfew had been in place since stone pelting on Durga Puja procession.

Politics

RSS foundation day: Here are the major takeaways from Mohan Bhagwat’s address on Vijayadashami

OpIndia Staff - 8 October, 2019

"The forces creating hurdles are yet to be defeated, there are some problems that need to be overcome and some questions that need answers," said Mohan Bhagwat.