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On way to Somnath, 6 of family killed in SUV-truck collision | Ahmedabad News

On way to Somnath, 6 of family killed in SUV-truck collision | Ahmedabad News

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2 min readAhmedabadJul 11, 2026 10:02 PM IST Six persons – among eleven members of an extended family – were killed in an accident in rural Junagadh on Saturday, police said. Members of the Dalwadi and Barot families, from Banaskantha, Ahmedabad and Viramgam, were headed to the Somnath Temple when their SUV collided with a truck that was on the wrong side of the highway, police said. Police identified the deceased as Sailesh Dalwadi, his wife Pooja and four-month-old daughter Rahi, Pooja’s mother Manju Barot and two of her relatives, Raju and Prakash Barot. Survivors include two other adults and three children. Of these, the condition of one woman is said to be serious and one four-year-old girl child may be referred to the hospital in Rajkot or Ahmedabad as she suffered spinal injuries, said inspector F B Gaganiya of Junagadh Taluka police station. The accident took place around 7:45 am near the Galiyawada overbridge on the Junagadh bypass on the highway towards Prabhas Patan, home to the Somnath Temple in Gir-Somnath district. The victims …

Somnath Amrut Mahotsav: PM Modi performs ‘Maha Pooja’, witnesses air show

Somnath Amrut Mahotsav: PM Modi performs ‘Maha Pooja’, witnesses air show

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In this screengrab from a video posted on May 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at Somnath temple, in Veraval, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. Photo: @NarendraModi/Yt via PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (May 11, 2026) performed ‘Maha Pooja’ and other rituals at the Somnath Temple as part of the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav marking 75 years of the inauguration of the restored shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. After holding a roadshow, the Prime Minister entered the temple and performed ‘Maha Pooja’ and ‘Jalabhishek’, the ritual of pouring holy water over the Shivling amid chanting of Vedic mantras. Mr. Modi also witnessed ‘Kumbhabhishek’, wherein holy water gathered from prominent pilgrimage sites across the country was sprinkled atop the temple’s ‘shikhar’ (towering spire) using a crane. The Somnath Amrut Mahotsav is being organised to commemorate 75 years since the inauguration of the restored temple by India’s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, in 1951. The Prime Minister, accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and his deputy Harsh Sanghavi, watched an airshow performed by the …

PM Modi holds roadshow in Gujarat’s Somnath ahead of temple celebrations

PM Modi holds roadshow in Gujarat’s Somnath ahead of temple celebrations

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a roadshow in Gujarat`s Gir Somnath district, ahead of his participation in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, which marks 75 years of the inauguration of the restored temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. A large number of people lined up along the nearly 1.5-km route from the helipad to Veer Hamirji Circle near the famous Somnath temple to greet PM Modi. They waved flags and raised slogans as his convoy passed through the area. Artists from different parts of the country, including West Bengal, performed traditional dances at designated spots along the route. The prime minister arrived in Jamnagar on Sunday night as part of his two-day visit to Gujarat and stayed there overnight before arriving in Somnath on Monday morning.The Somnath temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and is a symbol of India`s enduring faith and civilisational heritage. The Somnath Amrut Mahotsav is being organised to commemorate 75 years since the inauguration of the restored temple by India`s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, in 1951. Modi is scheduled …

PM Modi to attend Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat, release commemorative stamp and coin

PM Modi to attend Somnath Amrut Mahotsav in Gujarat, release commemorative stamp and coin

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the ‘Somnath Amrut Mahotsav’ at Somnath Temple on May 11, marking 75 years of the temple’s restoration. During the visit, he will release a commemorative stamp and coin and later inaugurate the Sardardham Hostel complex in Vadodara Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

PM Modi pens op-ed ahead of May 11 visit to Somnath temple; announces special poojas for 1,000 days

PM Modi pens op-ed ahead of May 11 visit to Somnath temple; announces special poojas for 1,000 days

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared an op-ed ahead of his proposed visit to the Somnath Temple on May 11, reflecting on the temple’s civilisational significance and paying tribute to those who protected and restored it over centuries. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Wrote an OpEd about my forthcoming visit to Somnath on 11th May and why this day will always be important with respect to Somnath and the greatness of our civilisation. Also paid homage to each and every person who endured all sorts of challenges yet always protected Somnath and restored its glory.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Sanjay Leela Bhansali announces Jai Somnath, film to be helmed by Ketan Mehta; release date announced

Sanjay Leela Bhansali announces Jai Somnath, film to be helmed by Ketan Mehta; release date announced

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Filmmakers Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ketan Mehta have teamed up for the historical drama Jai Somnath, which traces back to 1025-1026 CE, when Mahmud of Ghazni attacked and plundered the Somnath Temple in Gujarat. Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ketan Mehta’s Jai Somnath will release next year. This year marks 1000 years of the Ghazni attack and the destruction of the temple, and its subsequent resurrection. Somnath symbolises the indestructible spirit of India and the glory of Indian civilisation. Marking 1000 years of the historic episode, the film aims to bring to screen, a story that symbolises resilience, faith and the indestructible spirit of India. Taking to the Instagram handle, Bhansali Productions shared the update with the caption, “A temple can be broken, not the faith. Sanjay Leela Bhansali presents – JAI SOMNATH. Directed by Ketan Mehta. In cinemas worldwide, 2027.” The history of Somnath narrates the victory of creation over destruction. From Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni’s attack in 1026 to centuries of foreign invasions, there were repeated attempts to destroy this centre of faith. Yet, …

Elderly Man Kills Leopard With Spear, Sickle To Save Son From Attack In Gujarat’s Gir Somnath | India News

Elderly Man Kills Leopard With Spear, Sickle To Save Son From Attack In Gujarat’s Gir Somnath | India News

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Last Updated:January 29, 2026, 14:28 IST An elderly man in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath killed a leopard using a spear and sickle after it attacked him and then his son outside their home, leaving both seriously injured. Man kills leopard in Gir, Gujarat (Photos: News18) In a dramatic and harrowing encounter on the outskirts of Gangda village in the Gir Somnath district of Gujarat, an elderly man fought and killed a wild leopard to protect his son during a sudden and vicious attack on Thursday afternoon. According to local accounts, the father was sitting outside his home when a leopard emerged from nearby bushland and launched an unprovoked attack on him. Startled by his father’s screams, the son ran to assist, but the big cat turned its aggression onto him, inflicting deep wounds and causing severe bleeding. Despite being injured himself during the initial assault, the father displayed remarkable bravery. Grabbing a spear and a sickle that were kept nearby, he confronted the predator in a fierce struggle. Villagers later described the scene as “bloody and …

Kashi-Tamil Sangamam and a tribute to Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat| India News

Kashi-Tamil Sangamam and a tribute to Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat| India News

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A few days ago, I was in the sacred land of Somnath to be part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, marking a thousand years since the first attack on Somnath, which took place in 1026. People from all across India had come to be part of this moment of remembrance, united by a shared reverence for history, culture and the enduring spirit of the people of India. During the programme, I met a few people who had previously come to Somnath during the Saurashtra-Tamil Sangamam and had been to Kashi during the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam. Their words of appreciation for such platforms touched me and so, I thought of sharing a few thoughts on this subject. Kashi-Tamil Sangamam and a tribute to Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat During one of the Mann Ki Baat programmes, I had said that not learning Tamil is a major regret of my life. Fortunately, over the last few years, our government has had several opportunities to further popularise Tamil culture across India and to deepen the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha …

‘About Faith And Fortitude’: PM Modi Shares Highlights Of His Visit To Gujarat’s Somnath Temple | India News

‘About Faith And Fortitude’: PM Modi Shares Highlights Of His Visit To Gujarat’s Somnath Temple | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 17:40 IST PM Modi visited the Shri Somnath Temple in Gujarat to take part in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, which marked 1,000 years since foreign attacks on the historic temple. PM Narendra Modi during the ‘Shaurya Yatra’ at Somnath Temple. (PMO) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who visited the iconic Somnath Temple in Gujarat on Saturday, shared highlights of his visit on the occasion of Somnath Swabhiman Parv, which marked 1,000 years since foreign attacks on the historic temple. “Somnath Swabhiman Parv is about faith and fortitude. Somnath carries the memory of countless sacrifices, which continues to motivate us. It is as much about divinity and civilisational greatness,” said the Prime Minister on X. Prime Minister Modi arrived at the iconic Somnath Temple on Saturday, receiving a rousing welcome from thousands of devotees and his supporters. He offered prayers at the iconic temple and took part in the Swabhiman Parv celebrations in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and hundreds of devotees. He later chaired a meeting of the Shree …

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi’s Remarks On Somnath Swabhiman Parv & Other Top News | India News

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi’s Remarks On Somnath Swabhiman Parv & Other Top News | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 17:09 IST We are also covering: X Taking Down Over 600 Accounts Over Grok Obscenity Row, Israel On High Alert For Possibility Of US Intervention In Iran and many more. PM Narendra Modi in Somnath Temple In today’s News18 evening digest, we bring to you the latest on X taking down over 600 accounts over Grok obscenity row, PM Modi’s remarks on Somnath Swabhiman Parv, Israel on high alert for possibility of US intervention in Iran, and many more. ‘Appeasement, Slave Mentality’: PM Modi Says Attempts Were Made To Erase Somnath Temple’s History Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused past regimes of making “despicable attempts” to erase the history of the Somnath Temple post Independence, saying a “slave mentality” was used to downplay its legacy despite its enduring spirit of resilience and reconstruction. Read More X Admitted Mistake, Took Down Over 600 Accounts Over Grok Obscenity Row: Govt Sources Social media platform X has accepted its mistake and assured the government that it will operate in accordance with Indian law, …