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Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja name their son Rudralokh, explain Vedic meaning

Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja name their son Rudralokh, explain Vedic meaning

Actress Sonam Kapoor and her businessman husband Anand Ahuja have revealed the name of their second child. The couple welcomed their baby boy in March this year. On Saturday, the couple took to social media to share the name of their child and the deeply spiritual thought that went behind naming their son. They also revealed how it is connected with their elder son, who is named Vayu. Sonam reveals name of her baby boy Sharing the name with the netizens through a joint social media post, Sonam and Anand wrote, “In the spirit of the divine force that has once again transformed our lives. Born on the sacred day of Ekadashi, under Vishnu’s grace, our second son feels like a sign, a karmic alignment, a divine pairing with his brother, and a blessing we deeply honour. With love and gratitude, we welcome Rudralokh Kapoor Ahuja (sic).” 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 …

Why this week may be an auspicious time for buying property and investing in real estate, as per a Vedic astrologer

Why this week may be an auspicious time for buying property and investing in real estate, as per a Vedic astrologer

The week brings a blend of closure and fresh beginnings in the lunar calendar, and according to Vedic astrologer Ishita Kotiya, a few days during this period may bring practical decisions such as property purchases and real estate investments. Read your auspicious muhurats for this week from April 12-18, 2026. (Canva AI) The week begins in the closing phase of Krishna Paksha and moves toward Amavasya on April 17 before shifting into the new lunar cycle with Shukla Pratipada and Dwitiya by April 18. Also Read 5 planets Stellium in Aries in 2026: A powerful cosmic shift that may bring new beginnings “This week begins with a tone of closure rather than expansion,” says Ishita Kotiya. “The early days are about reducing noise, completing pending matters, and being honest about what is no longer meant to continue. When financial decisions are taken with clarity during this phase, they often prove more stable in the long run.” Astrologically, the Moon’s movement from Makara to Kumbha creates a practical, analytical mindset that may help people carefully review …

US vedic scholar praises Yogi for restoring Ayodhya’s glory

US vedic scholar praises Yogi for restoring Ayodhya’s glory

American vedic scholar David Frawley, a Padma Bhushan awardee, met chief minister Yogi Adityanath here on Friday and discussed yoga, ayurveda and sanatan culture with him. American vedic scholar David Frawley meeting chief minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow on Friday. (HT) “Yogi Adityanath is purifying politics,” Frawley said in praise of the chief minister. Referring to the Nath tradition, he remarked that it is opening a new path for global welfare. The scholar also praised the Yogi government for restoring the ancient glory of Ayodhya, stating that its rejuvenation represents a return to the Vedas. “Spending time with CM Yogi Adityanath was a great honour and privilege,” he said. As the head of the Goraksha Peeth, Yogi Adityanath is associated with the Nath tradition, which is rooted in ancient yogic culture and continues to keep it alive in India. He is not only preserving these traditions but also expanding them globally, added Frawley. He praised the “New Ayodhya,” saying that its transformation is a matter of great joy. “The darshan of Lord Ram offers profound …

Who Is 19-Year-Old Devavrat Rekhe, Who Has Revived Lost Vedic Art & Earned National Praise? | India News

Who Is 19-Year-Old Devavrat Rekhe, Who Has Revived Lost Vedic Art & Earned National Praise? | India News

Last Updated:December 04, 2025, 16:03 IST Devavrat, who trained in the Shukla Yajurveda tradition, has successfully completed the Dandakrama Parayanam, one of the most complex and rarely practised forms of Vedic recitation Born in a traditional Vedic family in Maharashtra, Devavrat grew up immersed in chanting, scriptures, and an environment centered on discipline. (News18) What does it take for a 19-year-old in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world to revive a sacred Vedic discipline untouched in its classical form for nearly 200 years? For Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe, a teenager from Maharashtra, the answer lies in unwavering discipline, an extraordinary memory, and a spiritual commitment that has now earned him national recognition. Devavrat, who trained from early childhood in the Shukla Yajurveda tradition, has successfully completed the Dandakrama Parayanam, one of the most complex and rarely practised forms of Vedic recitation. His feat—performed over 50 uninterrupted days in Varanasi—has not only revived a vanishing art but also drawn praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Who is Devavrat? Born in a …

Yati Narasinghnand calls for ‘Sanatan Vedic Nation’: ‘Will protect every Sanatani’ | Latest News India

Yati Narasinghnand calls for ‘Sanatan Vedic Nation’: ‘Will protect every Sanatani’ | Latest News India

Dec 20, 2024 11:05 PM IST Yati Narasinghnand made the controversial remarks after he was denied permission to hold a religious convention on Friday. Hindu priest Yati Narasinghnand, who often remains at the centre of controversies, on Friday complained that “Hindus do not have a country of their own’ and advocated for a Sanatan Nation. He made the controversial remarks after he was denied permission to hold a religious convention. Dasna temple priest Yati Narsinghanand is currently out on bail in the Haridwar Dharam Sansad hate speech case. However, he later conducted a Mahayagya at Sripanchdashnam Juna Akhara headquarters to pray for the “destruction” of those who stalled the programme and said the reason behind the misery of Hindus is that they do not have a country of their own. Addressing attendees from all over the country, Yati Narasinghanand said, “The biggest reason for the misery of us Hindus is that we do not have a country of our own.” ‘Not a single Jihadi’: Narasinghnand wants a Sanatan Vedic Nation The Hindu sage further said …

Grammy winner Ricky Kej on bringing ancient Vedic music to the masses

Ricky Kej acknowledges that music, especially instrumental music, is considered a great companion for individuals going about mundane tasks. “A lot of people listen to it in the background, while doing chores like cooking or driving, or indulging in conversation. But it’s important for a listener to actually surrender to the music. If someone could take time off, sit with closed eyes, and surrender to it for an hour, [they will benefit]. I guarantee that anyone who does that while listening to this album from the beginning to the end will be led on an introspective journey. They [will] come out far more joyous than they were before they heard it,” says Kej, who brings ancient Vedic music to the masses with Break of Dawn.  In this interview, the multiple Grammy winner discusses turning his attention to the wellness music space, and drawing from his life’s experiences to evoke emotions via the album. Edited excerpts of the interview: How did you arrive at the concept of creating an album on the ancient Indian musical heritage …

Chopper rides to temples, ‘Krishna’s path’, Vedic clock: Ujjain is focal point of MP religious tourism push under BJP govt | Political Pulse News

From launching helicopter services to ferry Hindu devotees to temples across the state and proposing over 500 projects worth Rs 18,000 crore to develop Ujjain, the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh is racing to establish the holy city as the focal point of the state’s Hindu religious tourism circuit ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. On Thursday, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, whose political turf is Ujjain, launched the two air services with a focus on religious corridors — PM Shri Tourism Air Service, with two twin-engine, eight-seater aircraft, and PM Shri Religious Tourism Helicopter Service, catering to devotees for the Mahakaleshwar and Mamleshwar (Omkareshwar) temples that are believed to contain sacred jyotirlingas. Before that, on Monday, the office of the Department of Religious Trust and Endowment (Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana) was moved from Bhopal to Ujjain. In September last year, the state government unveiled a 108-foot-tall ‘Statue of Oneness’ of Adi Shankaracharya at Omkareshwar. The Ujjain push has been since Yadav was chosen unexpectedly by the BJP as the CM, after the party returned to …

Sanskrit-Speaking Vedic Pandits Take Part In Cricket Competition. Top Prize Is Ayodhya Trip

Sanskrit-speaking vedic pandits take part in cricket competition Vedic pandits clad in dhoti-kurta and with religious marks on the forehead are facing off on a cricket pitch in Bhopal as part of an annual tournament aimed at promoting Sanskrit. The winners of the event, organised to mark the birth anniversary of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi who introduced the practice of transcendental meditation to the West, this year will get to visit Ayodhya, where the consecration of the Ram temple will be held on January 22, said an organiser. The four-day tournament began at Ankur ground in the Madhya Pradesh capital on Friday, with players and umpires communicating in fluent Sanskrit. Even the commentators narrated hits, misses and catches on the field in the ancient language. The organisation founded by the spiritual leader, who was born on January 12, runs Vedic schools and seminaries in some parts of the country. According to Maharishi Maitri Match Committee member Ankur Pandey, the winners will be sent to Ayodhya after January 22. They will also receive a prize of Rs …