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Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the slow progress of the Thawe Durga temple and Punauradham temple redevelopment projects. He has ordered the repatriation of engineers at Thawe and warned contractors, setting a strict three-month deadline. At Punauradham, officials were directed to expedite construction and land-related issues to ensure timely completion of this faith-driven project.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh visited the Chamundeshwari temple atop Chamundi Hills on Tuesday morning to offer prayers. He entered the temple around 7:30 am as a common devotee, spending about 10 minutes inside. This visit followed a Karnataka High Court directive in connection with the 'Kantara' mimicry case.

Ancient temples on the Maltese islands are rewriting history. These structures predate the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge. Built by a Neolithic society around 3600 BCE, they showcase advanced architectural and astronomical knowledge. The Megalithic temples of Malta stand as the world's oldest freestanding temples, proving great feats are possible even for isolated communities.

A Bhandar Mekap servitor at Shree Jagannath temple was suspended for unruly conduct and indiscipline during an inventory of valuables. The dispute, described as a personal matter, did not disrupt the ongoing inventory process. This incident highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining servitor discipline at the shrine.

Actress and former minister Roja Selvam offered prayers at the revered Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple, gracing the occasion in a stunning traditional South Indian saree with gold zari work and layered gold jewellery. Her visit follows recent appearances by other celebrities at the popular hill shrine, which continues to draw thousands of devotees daily.

In a heartfelt visit to Buxar, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary engaged with local culture by offering prayers at key temples. He took the opportunity to boost the region's development by inaugurating a state-of-the-art tourism facility at Ramrekha Ghat, which features a newly revamped light and sound complex.

The government has firmly refuted widespread rumors about a plan to monetize gold held by temples and religious institutions. Asserting that such claims are "completely false" and "without any basis," officials clarified that no scheme is being prepared to convert temple gold into bonds or designate it as "Strategic Gold Reserves.

Bihar is set to unveil the 'Shiv Shakti' circuit, an initiative designed to invigorate religious tourism by interlinking historic Shiva and Shakti temples. The initial phase focuses on refurbishing nearly 20 sites with vital amenities such as dharamshalas and better signage. A substantial budget is allocated for major temples, enhancing comfort for pilgrims and optimizing the state’s spiritual tourism assets.

Ranveer Singh quietly visited Chamundeshwari temple on Tuesday morning, a day after FWICE announced a non-cooperation directive over his 'Don 3' exit. Wearing a mask, he spent 10 minutes praying before being recognised. Singh's spokesperson cited "dignity, maturity and mutual respect" as reasons for his silence on the controversy.

An unscheduled Rath Yatra planned for June 14 in Hapur district has been cancelled. This follows a request from the Puri Shree Jagannath temple Administration to the Hapur district collector. The organization has now agreed to celebrate Rath Yatra on July 16, aligning with the Puri temple's schedule.