Indholdsfortegnelse for July 2023 i A TO Z INDIA

Kargil Diwas is celebrated on the 26th of July to rekindle the pride and valor of the soldiers who were part of Operation Vijay. The day is significant in history as it marks the victory of Indian soldiers in capturing the mountain heights that were occupied by the Pakistani army on 26th July 1999. It was known as the Kargil War. This armed conflict lasted for nearly 60 days at Kargil in Ladakh. The country lost more than 500 soldiers in this war. Every year, this day is a chance to pay tribute to the Indian soldiers who were martyred in the war initiated by Pakistan. In Kargil War, the Indian Army successfully evicted Pakistani intruders who captured Tiger Hill and the other posts on the Indian side of the…

By Dr. Gopal Chaturvedi Writer is Mathura - Vrindavan, UP Based Seniour Journalist Shri Krishn Sardam Colony HR -1, 006 (GROUND FLOOR), Gate - 2, Chatikara Road, Vrindavan - 281121, Distt. - Mathura (U.P.) email: radhakant281121@gmail.com, Phone: 9412178154 The Man with the Midas Touch Padmshri awardee painter Krishn Kanhai got his latest art work unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The life-size potrait of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel impressed PM Modi so much that he suggested that there should be a special place for the painting. “When PM Modi saw the painting, he said that he wanted it to be kept at the Statue of Unity (at Kewadia, Gujarat). This is the biggest compliment that I could get. Lakhs of people visit the Statue of Unity, it will be a big…

Kodachadri is situated 1343 meters above sea level and around 30 Kms away from the temple town Kollur. Surrounded by lush green hills, it is home to a wide variety of wildlife and tropical vegetation. The valley has been declared as a natural heritage site by the state government. A place in the clouds where the legend of tranquil places, Shankaracharya stayed… Sarvagna Peeta Shankaracharya Temple: Kodachadri peaks in the Western Ghats, located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in India. A trip to Kodachadri could be an unforgettable experience for nature-enthusiasts, trekkers, photographers and adventurous drivers. Kodachadri is situated 1343 meters above sea level and around 30 Kms away from the temple town Kollur. Surrounded by lush green hills, it…

Vennimala Sree Rama Lakshamana Perumal Temple is one of the oldest Rama Temples in South India. Vennimala Sree Rama-Laksmana temple, situated in the 4th ward of Puthupally, is 2 km south to Vellore in Kottayam district. Devotees can reach here through K.K.Road from Kottayam via Manarkad and turn right at the 8th mile. A board of Vennimala Temple shows the way. The place is about 15 km from Kottayam. It is believed that Lord Rama and Lakshmana during their period of exile visited this hillside. At that time numerous sages meditated in the caves of Vennimala. Upon the request of the sages, Lakshmana killed many demons who were a threat and nuisance to the sages. Thus the place came to be called ‘Vijayadri’ in Sanskrit. The name means ‘hill of…

By Ayan Adak e-mail: ayan1adak1@gmail.com …and one day when,We’d given up to the dust and heat,Clouds in blue from nowhere came,Reminding us that nothing had changed,That life was still the beautiful same And one day when,Our memory blooms from yesterday,Had dried away in dying pain,The first rains gave a greener hope,That the withering were not all in vain And one day when,We woke anew to the showers fresh,We saw the seasons left behind,And yet a promise in the rainsOf the many more to seek and find And one day when,We thought no more to return in timeA cloudy day thawed all our pain,For us to cry, and yet to smileOne day, when it rained again……

Thirukundalur is a legendary red spot dating back to 1600 years. Thirukunthalur is one of the places where Thirunavukkara and Thirugnanasambandar, also known as Apparadikal, worshiped Kayilayanathan. Thirukundalur is a legendary red spot dating back to 1600 years. Thirukunthalur is one of the places where Thirunavukkara and Thirugnanasambandar, also known as Apparadikal, worshiped Kayilayanathan. History has it that in ancient times, the temple was called Arulmigu Jambukaraneswarar, the lord of the temple, as the novel was set in the middle of the forest. According to the Thala Purana, the small shrine where Sita Pratiyar bathed in the theertham in the north-eastern corner of the temple was called Chintur Kundalur. Kundalur is an ancient red spot located at a distance of 10 km from Nakhchivan on the road from Kumbakonam to…

By Lalit Garg Writer, Journalist, Columnist E-253, Saraswati Kunj Apartment 25 IP Extensions, Patparganj, Delhi-92 email: lalitgarg11@gmail.com Phone: 22727486, 9811051133 World Nature Conservation Day is observed every year on 28 July. The danger hovering over nature and environment currently can be understood from the extinction of many species of animals, various natural sources and vegetation. Today, the cause of worry is not the world war, or the human rights crises or any political turmoil plaguing the world, or even the defence matter of any country. The only matter of deep concern is the heat that is taking a terrible and gruesome shape. World over the water sources are shrinking, still vicious efforts to destroy the earth and nature are being pushed towards destruction. Increasing population, increasing pollution, menacing threats to…

Vanniyappar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located in Alwarkurichi Village in Thirunelveli District of Tamilnadu. This temple is nearly 1000 years old. The environment of the temple is too peaceful and pleasant for Siddhas and to those performing meditation. Vanniyappar Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located in Alwarkurichi Village in Thirunelveli District of Tamilnadu. This temple is nearly 1000 years old. The environment of the temple is too peaceful and pleasant for Siddhas and to those performing meditation. The Temple was believed to be built by Pandya King Maravarman Sundarapandyan at the banks of Rama Nadhi. This temple was the third largest after Papanasam (Thirunelveli) and Tenkasi Kasi Vishwanathar temple and spread out in nearly one acre. Presiding Deity is called as Vanniyappar (Agneeswarar) and Mother…

Vadakkumnathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva at city of Thrissur, of Kerala state in India. This temple is a classical example of the architectural style of Kerala and has one monumental tower on each of the four sides in addition to a kuttambalam. Mural paintings depicting various scenes from the Mahabharata can be seen inside the temple. Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur, Kerala. This ancient temple was originally founded by Bhagwan Parshuram. The temple structure is believed to be existed during the time of Perumthachan, son of Vararuchi. Vadakkumnathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva at city of Thrissur, of Kerala state in India. This temple is a classical example of the architectural style of Kerala and has one monumental tower on each of the…