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According to Hindu belief, this auspicious occasion holds significance as it is believed that Lord Brahma initiated the creation of the universe on the Pratipada of Shukla Paksha of the Chaitra month.

In domestic adoptions, 311 children found homes with relatives, while step parents adopted 101 children. Additionally, 18 children were adopted by overseas relatives (NRI/OCI).

The Law Commission of India has submitted a report to the Government of India, proposing comprehensive legislation to address the growing concerns surrounding matrimonial issues involving Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). 

The Karnataka High Court has clarified that Indian-origin couples residing abroad must obtain a confirmation letter under the Hague Convention when adopting a child in India. The ruling follows a petition by a couple in Germany facing a no-objection certificate refusal. The court emphasized compliance with Article 17 of the Hague Convention, requiring approval from both Indian and foreign authorities for the adoption process. 

Asianet News Network has been at the forefront of covering the construction journey of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, providing exclusive access to the site on three occasions. Ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, the network once again gained entry into the new abode of Lord Ram.

Temple of Vedic Planetarium (TOVP) Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir is a temple complex under construction dedicated to the Pancha-Tattva deities, Radha Madhava, Nrisimhadeva and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, located in the town of Mayapur in West Bengal, India. 
 

Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Mahant Nritya Gopal Das today lit a 108-foot-long incense stick brought here from Gujarat. Das lit the incense stick amid a huge crowd chanting "Jai Shri Ram".

The schedule for the Ram Mandir Pran-Pratishtha program in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, has been unveiled by Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee.

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust, overseeing the temple's construction, will choose from three designs crafted by different sculptors. The selected idol, reflecting a childlike appearance, will be installed during the consecration ceremony on January 22

Bengaluru anticipates a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration with 60-75% hotel bookings. The city gears up with themed parties, discounts in pubs/restaurants, and elaborate entertainment, attracting NRIs and visitors. Security measures, special arrangements for children, and themed events like 'One Night in Paris' and 'Miami' promise an extravagant night.

Fraudsters use deceptive emails, messages, or websites to trick individuals into providing sensitive information such as login credentials or financial details. In one such incident, an expatriate from Kerala's Thrissur was cheated online in the name of opening a bank account. 

Hema Malini recently performed as Mirabai in Mathura for the bhakti saint's birth anniversary. She is a trained Bharatnatyam dancer,  showed off her 'nritya kala' to celebrate 'Mirabai Janmotsav' at the Braj Raj Utsav Mathura 2023, and PM Modi graced the event.

Two months before the grand opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, an old video featuring former Pakistan cricket captain Javed Miandad's claim that the new Ram Temple in Ayodhya will lead Hindus to convert to Islam has gone viral on X.

Shajimon George, an expatriate businessman, who invested Rs 25 crores to set up a business in Kottayam, started a protest after the Manjoor panchayat delayed allotting building number.

Due to the soaring flight charges, the Kerala government is taking a step to start a passenger ship for Malayali expatriates in the Gulf region. Meanwhile, the Centre has assured all cooperation for the service.