Tragedy struck at the Ashok Dham temple in Bihar's Lakhisarai district today as seven devotees died in a stampede. The incident occurred early in the morning when a large crowd gathered for the holy Shravana month prayers. The crush led to suffocation and immediate deaths. Over 10 others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. Police and rescue teams have initiated an investigation and are managing the site. https://www.dinamaalai.com/news/bihar/cid19136435.htm

Renowned Indologist Wendy Doniger, 85, discusses her new memoir 'For the Love of Stories: Confessions of an Accidental Feminist'. She reflects on the controversies surrounding her book 'The Hindus', her academic journey, and the challenges to academic freedom in India and the US. She also shares her thoughts on Hindutva, aging, and how Hindu philosophy helps her understand life and mortality. https://tamil.indianexpress.com/literature/wendy-doniger-memoir-the-hindus-controversy-interview-12266026

In Kozhikode, a group impersonating police officers swindled 5 lakh rupees from a gambling gang. The victims realized they were cheated only when they visited the local police station to inquire about the case proceedings. Following a complaint, the actual police investigated the matter and arrested the culprits. https://www.asianetnews.com/videos/news/kozhikode-police-impersonators-rob-5-lakh-arrested-videoshow-zt2cl43

Nag Panchami 2026 coincides with the first Shravan Somvar on August 17, creating a rare and auspicious religious alignment. The article provides a collection of Marathi wishes and greetings to share with loved ones, invoking the blessings of Lord Shiva and the Naga deity for prosperity, health, and happiness. It emphasizes the spiritual significance of worshiping both deities on this special day. https://marathi.abplive.com/astro/nag-panchami-2026-wishes-in-marathi-heartfelt-wishes-for-nag-panchami-and-shravani-somvar-send-these-special-marathi-greetings-to-your-loved-good-wishes-during-shravan-astrology-marathi-news-1435746

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Learn how to make soft and spongy Bengali-style Rasgullas at home in a pressure cooker with just 2 whistles for Rakshabandhan. Using 1 liter of cow milk, lemon juice, and sugar, this recipe ensures pure and delicious sweets, avoiding market adulteration. The process involves curdling the milk, kneading the chenna, and cooking the balls in syrup until they double in size. https://gujarati.news18.com/news/lifestyle/raksha-bandhan-special-how-to-make-soft-and-spongy-rasgulla-in-pressure-cooker-in-just-2-whistles-apd-2599932.html

Nag Panchami is a significant Hindu festival celebrated in the month of Shravan, honoring Nag Devta (the Serpent God). The article provides a collection of Marathi wishes, quotes, and messages to share with loved ones. It highlights the cultural importance of the festival, including traditional food practices like avoiding fried items and making boiled offerings. It also emphasizes the ecological importance of snakes as friends of farmers and urges people to avoid superstitious practices that harm live snakes, suggesting the worship of clay idols instead. https://www.navarashtra.com/lifestyle/send-heartfelt-marathi-wishes-to-your-loved-ones-on-nag-panchami-1308385.html

On the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan, devotees can now have live darshan of Lord Somnath Mahadev online with just one click. As the first Jyotirlinga, Somnath temple holds immense significance, and special arrangements for virtual darshan and prayers have been made for devotees who cannot visit in person. https://gujarati.news18.com/videos/gir-somnath/somnath-temple-shravan-first-monday-darshan-live-video-kp-2600511.html

On the first Monday of Shravan, the Kayavarohan temple trust in Vadodara has prohibited the use of honey for anointing the deity to prevent damage from adulterated products. The trust also urged devotees to limit milk offerings to reduce waste; instead, excess milk will be converted into ghee for temple lamps and the community kitchen. Additionally, city temples like Saraneshwar Mahadev are organizing special decorations such as rice lotuses. A Nasha Mukti (addiction-free) themed Kavads Yatra is also scheduled for September 7. https://www.divyabhaskar.co.in/local/gujarat/vadodara/news/efforts-to-enhance-the-image-in-bodybuilding-prohibition-of-anointing-with-honey-dbp-138749174.html

The National Environment Agency (NEA) has refuted online allegations of corruption and financial misappropriation regarding the Beverage Container Return Scheme (PCRS). Between April and July, 5.5 million containers were returned through over 1 million transactions, resulting in approximately $550,000 being refunded to consumers. NEA clarified that the public misunderstood the ratio of containers to transactions, as multiple containers can be returned in a single session. Addressing reports of machine malfunctions, the agency stated that most transactions were successful and technical issues are being resolved with operators. https://www.tamilmurasu.com.sg/singapore/allegations-recycling-programme-national-environment-agency-responds