राम नवमी और चैत्र नवरात्रि के शुभ अवसर पर अयोध्या में एक भव्य धार्मिक आयोजन सफलतापूर्वक संपन्न हुआ। लाल योगेश प्रताप सिंह के नेतृत्व में आयोजित इस कार्यक्रम में श्री अखंड रामायण पाठ, हवन, पूर्णाहुति एवं विशाल भंडारा का आयोजन किया गया. दो दिनों तक चले इस आयोजन में बड़ी संख्या में श्रद्धालुओं ने भाग लेकर पुण्य लाभ कमाया। अयोध्या कैंट रेलवे स्टेशन के पास आयोजित इस कार्यक्रम ने पूरे इलाके को भक्ति और आस्था के रंग में रंग दिया.

शुरुआत अखंड रामायण पाठ से हुई
इस धार्मिक आयोजन की शुरुआत 28 मार्च को विधिवत पूजा-अर्चना के साथ श्री अखंड रामायण पाठ से की गई थी। दिन-रात रामायण पाठ चलता रहा, जिसमें श्रद्धालुओं ने भक्ति भाव से भाग लिया। कार्यक्रम का समापन 29 मार्च को हवन एवं पूर्णाहुति के साथ हुआ। इस दौरान पूरे वातावरण में धार्मिक ऊर्जा और शांति महसूस की गई।

उद्घाटन महंत संजय दास ने किया
कार्यक्रम का उद्घाटन महंत संजय दास जी महाराज ने किया. वह हनुमानगढ़ी के महंत, संकट मोचन सेना के राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष और धर्म सम्राट महंत ज्ञान दास जी महाराज के उत्तराधिकारी हैं। उन्होंने इस आयोजन की सराहना करते हुए कहा कि नवरात्रि जैसे पवित्र समय में ऐसे आयोजनों से समाज में आस्था और सद्भावना मजबूत होती है.

पूरा क्षेत्र भक्ति से गूंज उठा
अयोध्या कैंट रेलवे स्टेशन के पास आयोजित इस कार्यक्रम में भजन-कीर्तन और राम नाम के जाप से पूरा माहौल भक्तिमय हो गया. हजारों की संख्या में श्रद्धालुओं ने यहां पहुंचकर कार्यक्रम में भाग लिया और भगवान श्री राम का आशीर्वाद प्राप्त किया. साधु-संतों और महंतों की मौजूदगी ने इस आयोजन को और भी खास बना दिया.

विशाल भंडारे में प्रसाद वितरण किया गया
कार्यक्रम के समापन के बाद विशाल भंडारे का आयोजन किया गया, जिसमें हजारों लोगों को भोजन प्रसाद वितरित किया गया. भंडारे में श्रद्धालुओं ने बड़े उत्साह से भाग लिया और प्रसाद ग्रहण किया।

आयोजक ने आभार व्यक्त किया
आयोजक लाल योगेश प्रताप सिंह ने सभी अतिथियों एवं श्रद्धालुओं के प्रति आभार व्यक्त किया। उन्होंने बताया कि महंत संजय दास जी महाराज की प्रेरणा से यह आयोजन किया गया है. कार्यक्रम में आये सभी लोगों का स्वागत एवं सम्मान किया गया, जिससे कार्यक्रम भव्य एवं सफल रहा।

(रिपोर्ट:अनूप कुमार अयोध्या)

चारधाम यात्रा के लिए वाहनों के लिए ग्रीन कार्ड बनाने की प्रक्रिया कल सोमवार से हरिद्वार और ऋषिकेश में शुरू हो जाएगी। परिवहन मंत्री प्रदीप बत्रा हरिद्वार एआरटीओ कार्यालय में ग्रीन कार्ड प्रणाली का शुभारंभ करेंगे। वहीं, ऋषिकेश में पूजा के बाद वाहन स्वामियों को वाहनों के लिए ग्रीन कार्ड उपलब्ध कराए जाएंगे.

A Texas oil heir has been ordered to pay a historic $1.1 billion settlement to the young boy he brutally beat, leaving him with serious injuries that require 24-hour care.Charles Brooks Jr., 34, must pay $291 million in compensatory damages and $810 million in punitive damages following a civil jury verdict in favor of Madison Ball, his ex-wife and their son Stephen Sampson. The child is seven years old. He was awarded $800 million, while his parents will receive $5 million. This verdict is the biggest verdict in a case of attack on a child in American history.Brooks is the great-grandson of Humble Oil founding investor Percy Turner and is already serving a 40-year prison sentence for the attack that left his stepson bedridden and dependent on a tracheostomy tube, a wheelchair and a breathing machine. The boy cannot walk and will need full-time care for the rest of his life.The attack took place on April 22, 2021, when the child’s mother was at work. Brooks had to care for a two-year-old child and called his wife and claimed the child was “non-responsive” after falling off the kitchen table while visiting Brooks’ grandmother in Dallas.Mother Ball demanded to see her son on a video call and noticed her child was “barely breathing,” while Brooks ignored her pleas to call 911. Brooks did not take the severity of the injuries seriously and insisted that the child “sleep” and was placed in an ice bath. He also threatened Ball, saying he would “snap her neck” and “f–king kill her” if she contacted emergency services.Ball ignored the threats and called 911. First responders found the child severely beaten, unresponsive, and with adult bite marks on his legs. According to court records, he suffered traumatic brain injury, chronic respiratory failure, seizure disorder, urethral trauma and traumatic hemorrhages of both retinas. The court petition states: “(The child’s) life will never be the same, and he will never be able to grow into the strong, healthy, happy boy he is because of Brooks’s horrible, violent, terrifying behavior.”Tony Buzbee, the attorney representing Ball and her son, said, “We claim to value children in our society. This Texas jury has come forward and shown that. Don’t mess with Texas’ children. I hope that through this verdict this precious child will get all the care he needs and hopefully his life will be as good as it can be made under the circumstances.”Brooks has a history of criminal convictions, including burglary, aggravated robbery, gun charges and drug possession. After the attack, he attempted to escape by cutting off his ankle monitor and was later found in a bar in South Texas. He is currently being held in the San Saba County Jail and is eligible for parole in 2042 with an estimated release date of January 30, 2062.The verdict is one of the largest civil awards ever issued in a child abuse case in the United States.

Fragrances are evolving from a mere accessory to an important self-care tool, having a profound impact on emotional well-being. Its direct connection to the emotional centers of the brain allows aroma to instantly change mood, reduce stress and improve sleep.

In a world that never stops, where notifications buzz, schedules overflow and time feels like it’s always running out, self-care has also quietly transformed. What was once considered an occasional indulgence has now become a part of everyday life.While exercise and balanced nutrition are key components, health has also become an important element. A subtle but powerful element has come into the spotlight – fragrance. Once considered a final touch, something saved for special occasions, fragrance is taking up a much more intimate space, almost like it does in a spa.As we begin to understand how fragrance can enhance personal hygiene, people are now beginning to realize that fragrance can enhance their emotional well-being by altering their mood, providing relaxation and other health benefits.Today, scent has become increasingly important in our lives as it is closely related to how we use our brain. The olfactory system has a very close relationship with the limbic system (the part of the brain that controls our emotions and memories), so we are often able to connect to an emotion (such as feeling relaxed or happy) just by being exposed to a specific scent. As more individuals become aware of the unique connection between their sense of smell and the human brain, they will continue to use scented products not only to enhance their sense of smell, but also to enhance their emotional well-being.For example, a refreshing scent first thing in the morning can help awaken the senses and create a positive state of mind; While using subtle scents during the workday can help focus and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Similarly, as the day comes to an end, soothing scents provide signals to a person’s body to be ready to rest, making it easier for those who experience sleep problems to relax.Given how prevalent scents have become nowadays, they can often be found as part of one’s daily routine such as diffusing essential oils through an essential oil diffuser, using scented candles in a bath ritual or as part of their massage blend, or burning incense during daily meditation. Each of the different types of fragrances has a different function. For example, there are fragrances that provide a calming effect (i.e. lavender and chamomile) and help calm your mind, and there are also those that are uplifting (i.e. peppermint and citrus) and can provide energy and help with concentration or reduce fatigue. Additionally, there are those that provide clarity (i.e. eucalyptus and tea tree) and help refresh or provide seasonal clarity. Fragrances have become ingrained in our daily environment. Aroma can reduce stress, anxiety and even provide better sleep, creating a natural alternative to various medications. They transform stress into soothing, positive experiences. Fragrance is extremely personal; No two people experience it exactly the same way. Each person’s perception of smell is different, resulting in specific feelings, memories or states of mind typically associated with different people. For this reason, fragrance can become a very personal wellness aid and can therefore be adapted to each person according to their wishes. As the focus on holistic wellness continues to grow, fragrance is set to become an even more integral part of daily routines. It offers a simple yet effective way to pause, reset, and reconnect in a world that rarely slows down. More than just a sensory experience, fragrance is redefining self-care as something that nourishes both mind and body, making it an essential part of modern life.More than just what we wear, scent has become something we feel. And in doing so, it has become an integral part of our daily lives.Inputs by Kiran Ranga, Managing Director, IRIS Home Fragrances

KKR’s Sunil Narine (PTI Photo/Swapan Mohapatra)

Sunil Narine Entered his name in the record books during the Indian Premier League 2026, and became the foreign player with most appearances in the history of the tournament.Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder made his 190th appearance IPL match during their clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, surpassing the long-standing record of Kieron Pollard (189).