The search for the first full-time CEO of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya is underway. Out of 5,200 applicants, 18 were shortlisted. A three-member committee led by Justice Pramod Kohli interviewed four candidates on Wednesday, including former IPS officers. Questions focused on crowd management, temple administration, and religious faith. The trust will make the final appointment from a panel of three names recommended by the selection committee to ensure better management and transparency. https://www.timesnowhindi.com/cities/ayodhya-ram-temple-ceo-selection-process-goes-on-four-candidates-interviewed-on-temple-management-and-crowd-control-article-155602578

Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan has written to the Home Minister requesting a comprehensive probe into the Sabarimala ghee irregularities. He demanded a special team to investigate matters outside the current Vigilance probe. The minister alleged a high-level conspiracy in awarding contracts to a blacklisted company, following shocking findings by the Vigilance SP and Secretary. Currently, a special Vigilance team is investigating the matter as per High Court directions. https://www.sirajlive.com/sabarimala-ghee-scam-devaswom-minister-demands-investigation.html

The article explains why Navagraha idols are not found in Vishnu temples, including Sri Venkateswara and Rama temples. Scholars state that since Lord Vishnu is considered the source of all planetary powers, separate idols are unnecessary. It also clarifies that washing feet after Navagraha circumambulation is a practical safety measure to avoid slipping on oil, rather than a scriptural rule. https://www.justtelugu.in/spiritual/no-navagrahas-in-vishnu-temple-32444.html

Tragic snakebite incident at a residential ashram school in Gadchiroli's Dhanora taluka led to the death of three tribal girls and critical injuries to three others. The girls were sleeping on the floor when a venomous snake bit them. Following the incident, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered the permanent cancellation of the school's license and suspended negligent officials. The state government has also decided to conduct a third-party audit of 511 aided tribal residential schools across Maharashtra to ensure student safety and better facilities. https://marathi.asianetnews.com/maharashtra/gadchiroli-hostel-tragedy-three-girls-die-from-snakebite-school-licence-cancelled/articleshow-ty16vw9

AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran has condemned Minister Arunraj's statement regarding the 'Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram' scheme. The minister stated the scheme aimed to increase deliveries in government hospitals by providing a 1-gram gold ring. Dhinakaran argued this insults mothers and criticized the government for failing to address core issues like doctor shortages, lack of equipment, and poor hospital conditions. He urged the government to focus on providing quality healthcare instead of making such announcements. https://www.dinakaran.com/news/maternal-uncles-gold-ring-scheme-minister-arunraj-ttv-dhinakaran-allegation/

Grow nutritious spinach at home in limited spaces using plastic bottles. This method is ideal for flat dwellers, utilizing 2-liter bottles filled with a mix of soil, cow dung powder, and coco peat. By avoiding chemical fertilizers and ensuring proper sunlight on balconies, one can easily harvest fresh, organic greens. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/lifestyle/agriculture/plastic-bottle-spinach-farming-1790095

During Shravan Maas, offering Bilva leaves (Bel Patra) to Lord Shiva holds immense significance. According to mythology, after consuming poison during Samudra Manthan, these cooling leaves were offered to Shiva to soothe his body. The three leaves symbolize Shiva's three eyes, his Trishul, and the Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh). It is also believed that the Bilva tree emerged from Goddess Parvati. Offering fresh, unbroken leaves with the chant 'Om Namah Shivaya' during Shravan is said to fulfill devotees' wishes and remove negativity. https://www.gujaratijagran.com/astrology/shravan-month-2026-why-should-you-offer-three-leaf-bilva-patra-to-lord-shiva-1969555

Based on evolutionary science, Archaeopteryx is considered the transitional creature between dinosaurs and birds, living approximately 150 million years ago. Evolved from Theropod dinosaurs, it possessed reptilian features like teeth and a long tail alongside avian wings. Scientists believe it didn't fly like modern birds but instead glided between trees at short heights. https://www.hindutamil.in/news/supplements/maya-bazar/tinku-explains-which-was-the-first-bird-to-fly-in-the-sky

Fort Kochi police have registered a case against two individuals for feeding chicken waste to stray dogs. The action follows a complaint from local residents who alleged that such activities attract more dogs and pose a threat to public safety. Notably, a woman was recently injured in a stray dog attack in the same area, prompting the locals to seek police intervention against those dumping meat waste for animals. https://www.sathyamonline.com/news/news-keralam/kochi-12249223

The price of layer chicken in the Namakkal zone has increased by ₹3 per kg. Following a meeting of the Broiler Coordination Committee in Palladam, the price was raised from ₹97 to ₹100 per kg. Meanwhile, the procurement price of eggs remains unchanged at 540 paise per egg. https://www.dailythanthi.com/news/tamilnadu/chicken-eggs-increase-by-rs-3-per-kg-in-namakkal-region