A political debate erupted in Tamil Nadu after DMK Minister SS Sivasankar questioned the historical existence of Lord Ram, sparking a heated response from the BJP. The controversy highlights the ongoing tension between the ruling DMK and the opposition BJP on religious and historical issues.
The Congress party in Madhya Pradesh has criticized the state government’s decision to include teachings of Lord Ram and Lord Krishna in the education curriculum, urging them to prioritize addressing issues like paper leaks and corruption instead. The party’s president, Jitendra Patwari, acknowledged the importance of religious teachings but stressed the detrimental effects of exam irregularities on students’ futures.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has strongly condemned Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remark comparing Lord Ram and Lord Shiva, accusing the party of insulting India’s Sanatan tradition. Kharge had said that Congress candidate Shivkumar Dahariya can compete with Lord Ram because he is Shiva, a statement that has drawn sharp criticism from Adityanath. The UP Chief Minister asserted that Lord Ram and Lord Shiva are not different and that Lord Ram himself worshipped Lord Shiva. He also accused Congress of venting its ‘frustration’ by mocking Sanatan Dharma and attempting to insult India’s faith.
Ranbir Kapoor’s trainer shared a series of images showcasing the actor’s physical progress in preparation for his role in the upcoming film, ‘Ramayana.’ The transformation highlights Kapoor’s commitment to attaining his fitness objectives for the film, which features him portraying the revered character of Lord Ram. The trainer expressed admiration for Kapoor’s dedication and extended best wishes for the success of ‘Ramayana.’
Yash, known for his role in ‘KGF,’ has reportedly decided not to portray Ravana in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film ‘Ramayan.’ Instead, he will collaborate on the project as a co-producer. Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor will play Lord Ram in the film, which is scheduled to begin shooting soon. The makers recently conducted a look test for Ranbir, selecting a lean physique without excessive muscle for the character.
A Delhi eatery owner was detained by police for allegedly selling biryani on disposable plates bearing Lord Ram’s image. The incident occurred in the Jahangirpuri area, where several people protested outside the shop. Investigations revealed that the shopkeeper had purchased plates from a factory, some of which had the religious figure printed on them. He claimed to be unaware of the presence of the images, and the factory owners corroborated his statement. The Delhi Police detained the shopkeeper under CrPC sections 107/151 for preventive detention, seized the plates, and continue to investigate the matter. No case has been registered yet.
