Sawan, a sacred month dedicated to Lord Shiva, commences around July 11 in 2025, according to the Purnimanta calendar. Its origin lies in the Samudra Manthan, where Shiva consumed poison to save the universe. Devotees observe fasts, perform Abhishek of the Shivalinga, and chant mantras, seeking blessings for marital bliss, wish fulfillment, and spiritual growth during this auspicious time.
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With two previous Test appearances at Lord’s under his belt — where he has scored 152 runs including a century — KL Rahul will be hoping to continue his fine touch and reach the 9000-run landmark at one of cricket’s most historic venues. His recent century — 137 in the first Test at Headingley — reaffirmed his rich vein of form and value to the team.
An Indian Air Force Jaguar fighter jet crashed in Rajasthan's Churu district on Wednesday, prompting immediate search and rescue operations. The incident occurred near Ratangarh town, as confirmed by defence sources. This marks the second Jaguar crash within three months, following a similar incident in April near Jamnagar, Gujarat, where one pilot died despite ejection attempts.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to an early hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, scheduled for Thursday. Opposition parties RJD and Congress, along with the Association for Democratic Reforms, argue the revision could disenfranchise lakhs, particularly marginalized communities, due to strict citizenship documentation requirements within a short timeframe.
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