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Ram Mandir Inauguration: PM Narendra Modi visits Sri Kothandarama Swamy temple in Tamil Nadu

<p>Indian&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited southern India's Arichalmunai in Tamil Nadu state as part of his visits to the Ramayana-era places with devotional significance ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22. After paying floral tribute at the seashore believed to be the starting point of ancient Ram Setu — also known as Adam's bridge — Modi also offered prayers at Kothandaramaswamy Temple.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The word Kothandarama means lord Ram with the bow.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The temple is located in Dhanushkodi, the place where the demon king Ravana's brother Vibhishana first met Lord Ram and sought refuge. It was in&nbsp;Dhanushkodi where Lord Ram took a vow to defeat Ravana who had abducted Sita, Lord Ram's wife.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Ram Mandir Inauguration: PM Modi offered prayers at Sri Ranganathaswamy temple</strong></p>

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<p>According to ancient Indian scriptures, this is the place where Ram also conducted Vibhishana's coronation after defeating his brother Ravana in the great battle across the sea in Lanka.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, on Saturday (Jan 20), the Prime Minister visited Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli and Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram.</p>

<p>"Will never forget yesterday's visit to the Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple. There is timeless devotion in every part of the Temple," PM Modi posted from his official X handle.</p>

<p>Modi is now set to wind up his three-day tour of Tamil Nadu.</p>

<h2><strong>Modi's Ramayana tour in temples across India</strong></h2>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an eleven-day 'Anushtaan' (special ritual) ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony on Jan 22. Modi set out on a pilgrimage to shrines associated with Lord Ram across the country.</p>

<p>It took him to Ramkund and Shree Kalaram Temple in Nasik, Veerbhadra Temple in Lepakshi, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, and Guruvayur Temple and Triprayar Shree Ramaswami Temple in Kerala over the past few days.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/business-economy/pm-modi-launches-temple-cleanliness-drive-ahead-of-ayodhya-consecration-1705058935000">PM Modi launches temple cleanliness drive ahead of Ram Temple consecration</a></strong></p>

<p>PM Modi also initiated the Swachh Teerth initiative (or a drive to keep temples clean) after he mopped the premises of Shree Kalaram Temple in Nasik on January 12.</p>

<p>The 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple will take place on Monday, January 22.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited southern India's Arichalmunai in Tamil Nadu state as part of his visits to the Ramayana-era places with devotional significance ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited southern India's Arichalmunai in Tamil Nadu state as part of his visits to the Ramayana-era places with devotional significance ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22. After paying floral tribute at the seashore believed to be the starting point of ancient Ram Setu — also known as Adam's bridge — Modi also offered prayers at Kothandaramaswamy Temple. The word Kothandarama means lord Ram with the bow. #InPics | Prime Minister Narendra Modi is at Arichal Munai point, which is the place from where Ram Setu starts.#RamMandirInauguration (Image source: News agency ANI) pic.twitter.com/td9YRijjvN — WION (@WIONews) January 21, 2024 × The temple is located in Dhanushkodi, the place where the demon king Ravana's brother Vibhishana first met Lord Ram and sought refuge. It was in Dhanushkodi where Lord Ram took a vow to defeat Ravana who had abducted Sita, Lord Ram's wife. Also watch | Ram Mandir Inauguration: PM Modi offered prayers at Sri Ranganathaswamy temple × According to ancient Indian scriptures, this is the place where Ram also conducted Vibhishana's coronation after defeating his brother Ravana in the great battle across the sea in Lanka. Tamil Nadu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Arichal Munai point, which is the place from where Ram Setu starts. pic.twitter.com/Cy86FtwyBB — ANI (@ANI) January 21, 2024 × Earlier, on Saturday (Jan 20), the Prime Minister visited Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli and Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram. "Will never forget yesterday's visit to the Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple. There is timeless devotion in every part of the Temple," PM Modi posted from his official X handle. Modi is now set to wind up his three-day tour of Tamil Nadu. Modi's Ramayana tour in temples across India Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an eleven-day 'Anushtaan' (special ritual) ahead of the Ram Temple consecration ceremony on Jan 22. Modi set out on a pilgrimage to shrines associated with Lord Ram across the country. It took him to Ramkund and Shree Kalaram Temple in Nasik, Veerbhadra Temple in Lepakshi, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, and Guruvayur Temple and Triprayar Shree Ramaswami Temple in Kerala over the past few days. Also read | PM Modi launches temple cleanliness drive ahead of Ram Temple consecration PM Modi also initiated the Swachh Teerth initiative (or a drive to keep temples clean) after he mopped the premises of Shree Kalaram Temple in Nasik on January 12. The 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple will take place on Monday, January 22. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi visits Ram Setu's origin point, offers prayers at Rameshwaram temple ahead of Ram Temple inauguration

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Jan 20) held a roadshow in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram ahead of the much-awaited 'Pran Pratishtha' i.e., the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple where people warmly welcomed him and showered flower petals at his cavalcade.</p>

<p>He was in Rameswaram to perform darshan and pooja in Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, PM Modi took part in a programme at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu where scholars recited verses from the Kamba Ramayanam.</p>

<p>The Indian prime minister also sought blessings from an elephant named 'Andal' in the temple premises.</p>

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<p>PM Modi on Saturday worshipped at the temple after taking a holy dip at the 'Agnitheerth' beach.</p>

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<p>Hidden in the Rameswaram island of Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district, the Shiva temple holds a significant connection to the Ramayana, as the Shiva linga here was installed by Lord Ram. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Lord Ram and Sita Devi also prayed here.</p>

<p>PM Modi, who is the first prime minister to have paid a visit to Ranganathaswamy Temple, landed here by an Air Force chopper and was accorded a rousing reception by BJP workers and the local people.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi to visit Ram Setu's origin point in Tamil Nadu</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian prime minister, who is observing an 11-day 'anusthan' (special ritual) ahead of the consecration ceremony is set to visit the Ram Setu's origin point at 9:30 am on Sunday morning (Jan 21).</p>

<p>He will perform a prayer at 10:15 am at Sri Kothandarama Swamy temple.</p>

<p>The temple, whose name stands for Rama with the bow, is s located in Dhanushkodi.</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi releases commemorative postage stamps on Ram Temple</strong></h2>

<p>PM Modi had earlier, on Thursday, released commemorative postage stamps and a book of stamps dedicated to Lord Ram by countries across the globe.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Ram Mandir Consecration: Stock market to remain shut on January 22&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>The components of the design, according to the officials, include the Ram temple, the 'chaupai' (verse) 'Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari', the sun, Saryu river and sculptures in and around the temple.</p>

<p>The 48-page book included stamps from the countries like USA, New Zealand, Singapore, Canada, and Cambodia, and even organisations like the United Nations.</p>

<p>PM Modi said that the postal stamps were not just pieces of paper or mere artwork but were mediums that would take the historical event to future generations.</p>

<p>"The postal stamps are mediums to take ideas, history and the historical moment (around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya) to the future generations. Sending postage stamps is like sending a piece of history. These postal stamps are not just pieces of paper or mere artwork. They are miniature epics and artworks in their own right," he said.</p>

<p>The Indian prime minister will attend the ceremony scheduled on Monday (Jan 22) at the temple in Ayodhya, which is expected to open for the public the very next day.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Jan 20) held a roadshow in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram ahead of the much-awaited 'Pran Pratishtha' i.e., the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple where people warmly welcomed him and showered flower petals at his cavalcade.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Jan 20) held a roadshow in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram ahead of the much-awaited 'Pran Pratishtha' i.e., the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple where people warmly welcomed him and showered flower petals at his cavalcade. He was in Rameswaram to perform darshan and pooja in Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple. Earlier in the day, PM Modi took part in a programme at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu where scholars recited verses from the Kamba Ramayanam. The Indian prime minister also sought blessings from an elephant named 'Andal' in the temple premises. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu: An elephant at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli blessed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and played a mouth organ as PM visited the temple to offer prayers. PM Narendra Modi is the first prime minister to visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in… pic.twitter.com/3YI22dO0UM — ANI (@ANI) January 20, 2024 × PM Modi on Saturday worshipped at the temple after taking a holy dip at the 'Agnitheerth' beach. #WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. The Prime Minister also took a holy dip into the sea here. pic.twitter.com/v7BCSxdnSk — ANI (@ANI) January 20, 2024 × Hidden in the Rameswaram island of Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district, the Shiva temple holds a significant connection to the Ramayana, as the Shiva linga here was installed by Lord Ram. ஶ்ரீ ரங்கநாதசுவாமி கோவிலில் வழிபாடு செய்யும் பாக்கியம் கிடைத்தது. இந்த கோவிலுடனான பிரபு ஶ்ரீராமரின் தொடர்பு நெடியது. பிரபு ஸ்ரீ ராமர் வழிபட்ட கடவுளால் நானும் ஆசீர்வதிக்கப்பட்டதை பாக்கியமாக உணர்கிறேன். pic.twitter.com/BCeQqDDpnf — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 20, 2024 × Lord Ram and Sita Devi also prayed here. PM Modi, who is the first prime minister to have paid a visit to Ranganathaswamy Temple, landed here by an Air Force chopper and was accorded a rousing reception by BJP workers and the local people. 140 கோடி இந்தியர்களின் ஆரோக்கியம் மற்றும் நல்வாழ்வுக்காக அருள்மிகு ராமநாதசுவாமி கோயிலில் பிரார்த்தனை செய்தேன். pic.twitter.com/iAzm7xooCu — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 20, 2024 × PM Modi to visit Ram Setu's origin point in Tamil Nadu The Indian prime minister, who is observing an 11-day 'anusthan' (special ritual) ahead of the consecration ceremony is set to visit the Ram Setu's origin point at 9:30 am on Sunday morning (Jan 21). He will perform a prayer at 10:15 am at Sri Kothandarama Swamy temple. The temple, whose name stands for Rama with the bow, is s located in Dhanushkodi. Also read: Ram Temple inauguration: Govt warns media against disturbing communal harmony PM Modi releases commemorative postage stamps on Ram Temple PM Modi had earlier, on Thursday, released commemorative postage stamps and a book of stamps dedicated to Lord Ram by countries across the globe. Watch | Ram Mandir Consecration: Stock market to remain shut on January 22 × The components of the design, according to the officials, include the Ram temple, the 'chaupai' (verse) 'Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari', the sun, Saryu river and sculptures in and around the temple. The 48-page book included stamps from the countries like USA, New Zealand, Singapore, Canada, and Cambodia, and even organisations like the United Nations. PM Modi said that the postal stamps were not just pieces of paper or mere artwork but were mediums that would take the historical event to future generations. "The postal stamps are mediums to take ideas, history and the historical moment (around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya) to the future generations. Sending postage stamps is like sending a piece of history. These postal stamps are not just pieces of paper or mere artwork. They are miniature epics and artworks in their own right," he said. The Indian prime minister will attend the ceremony scheduled on Monday (Jan 22) at the temple in Ayodhya, which is expected to open for the public the very next day. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Sources close to the matter cited by the Economic Times suggest that Starlink's response has set the stage for the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to potentially issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) within the next few days, or at the latest, by the end of the current month. The LoI is seen as a crucial step towards formalising Starlink's entry into the Indian market.</p>

<h2><strong>What next?</strong></h2>

<p>As per industry insiders, cited by financial news publications, the Indian Department of Telecommunications is actively engaged in drafting a comprehensive note for the approval process.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This note is anticipated to be presented to Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Minister of Communications, and Neeraj Mittal, the secretary of the telecommunications department, for their review and approval.</p>

<p>Upon receiving the green light from both Vaishnaw and Mittal, the Satellite Communications Wing (SCW) within the telecommunications department will grant the necessary permissions for&nbsp;SpaceX, the company behind Starlink, to commence operations within India.</p>

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<p>Recent reports also suggest that the issuance of the Letter of Intent could materialise as early as Wednesday (Jan 24). But the final timeline will depend on the swift approval process by key decision-makers in India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>If Starlink successfully navigates through the final stages of regulatory approval, it will emerge as the third company to offer space-based broadband services in India.</p>

<p>This will also place&nbsp;Starlink in an exclusive league alongside Mukesh Ambani's Jio Satellite Communications and Eutelast OneWeb, backed by Bharti Global.</p>

<h2><strong>What is the bottom line?</strong></h2>

<p>The potential entry of Starlink into the Indian market not only expands the options for consumers but also underscores the growing role of satellite technology in meeting the surging demand for high-speed internet connectivity in the world's fifth-largest economy.</p>


Elon Musk's Starlink is reportedly on the brink of securing regulatory approval to roll out its space-based broadband services in India. According to initial reports, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought clarification from Starlink about its shareholding pattern.

Elon Musk's Starlink is reportedly on the brink of securing regulatory approval to roll out its space-based broadband services in India. According to initial reports, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought clarification from Starlink about its shareholding pattern. The response from Starlink has reportedly addressed these queries. Also read | Explained | What is Starlink, the ambitious global internet service of Elon Musk? Sources close to the matter cited by the Economic Times suggest that Starlink's response has set the stage for the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to potentially issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) within the next few days, or at the latest, by the end of the current month. The LoI is seen as a crucial step towards formalising Starlink's entry into the Indian market. What next? As per industry insiders, cited by financial news publications, the Indian Department of Telecommunications is actively engaged in drafting a comprehensive note for the approval process. This note is anticipated to be presented to Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Minister of Communications, and Neeraj Mittal, the secretary of the telecommunications department, for their review and approval. Upon receiving the green light from both Vaishnaw and Mittal, the Satellite Communications Wing (SCW) within the telecommunications department will grant the necessary permissions for SpaceX, the company behind Starlink, to commence operations within India. Also watch | Gravitas | Space wars: China's counter to Musk's Starlink × Recent reports also suggest that the issuance of the Letter of Intent could materialise as early as Wednesday (Jan 24). But the final timeline will depend on the swift approval process by key decision-makers in India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration. What does it mean? If Starlink successfully navigates through the final stages of regulatory approval, it will emerge as the third company to offer space-based broadband services in India. This will also place Starlink in an exclusive league alongside Mukesh Ambani's Jio Satellite Communications and Eutelast OneWeb, backed by Bharti Global. What is the bottom line? The potential entry of Starlink into the Indian market not only expands the options for consumers but also underscores the growing role of satellite technology in meeting the surging demand for high-speed internet connectivity in the world's fifth-largest economy.

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