A centuries-old statue of Lord Vishnu, unearthed recently from the Krishna river in south Indian state of Karnataka's Raichur district, has features similar to the idol of Ram Lalla that was consecrated this January at the Ram Mandir in the northern holy city of Ayodhya, according to reports citing an expert.

Ancient statue of Lord Vishnu found in Krishna river has striking resemblance to Ram Lalla idol: Report

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Ancient statue of Lord Vishnu found in Krishna river has striking resemblance to Ram Lalla idol: Report

Ancient statues emerge from the shadows in blockbuster Rome show