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Maha Yagya at Vaishno Devi shrine as Navratri begins

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Maha Yagya at Vaishno Devi shrine as Navratri begins

A special prayer, ‘Shat Chandi maha yagya’, marked the commencement of Navratras at the shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.

The prayer, organised by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), commenced on the auspicious occasion amidst chanting of Vedic mantras and performance of other religious ceremonies, officials said.

The ‘maha yagya’, which was being performed at the holy cave shrine for peace, prosperity and health of humanity, would conclude with ‘purna ahuti’ on Mahanavami, they said.

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Ramesh Kumar, chief executive officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board; other officers of the board and a large number of pilgrims were present on the occasion. The Shat Chandi Maha Yagya will be telecast from 12.30 p.m. to 1.30 pm daily from during Navratri festival.

These arrangements include ensuring round the clock water and power supply all along the tracks leading to the shrine, sanitation and the availability of special food made for devotees etc. Besides, all the routes leading to the holy cave shrine have been serviced for smooth movement of pilgrims.

The CEO of the shrine board interacted with several pilgrims and took their feedback on the arrangements. An official said that nearly 7000 pilgrims reached Katra on the first day of the festival for ‘darshan’ at the cave shrine.

Earlier, on Saturday morning, Jammu divisional commissioner Sanjeev Verma inaugurated the festival in Katra town.

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Ajith Kumar says he could be ‘forced into retirement’, calls himself an ‘accidental actor

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Ajith Kumar says he could be ‘forced into retirement’, calls himself an ‘accidental actor

Earlier this week, the Tamil star received the country’s third-highest civilian honour at a grand ceremony in Delhi. Speaking with India Today after that, Ajith addressed the possibility of leaving films. “You never know! It’s not about me planning when to retire, I could be forced into retirement. I don’t want to take anything for granted. People complain about life To wake.

Up and feel alive itself is a blessing. I am not being philosophical here. I have been through surgeries and injuries. I have friends and family who are cancer survivors. We understand how valuable life is – just to be alive. I want to make use of every second of my life – want to make the most of it,” he said The 54-year-old also talked about how he stumbled into the acting.

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Business and never intended to pursue it as a career. “I never considered becoming an actor. I am an unintentional actor. I spent around six months working at an auto manufacturing firm after school. I began motorcycle racing when I was eighteen years old. The actor said, “Then, before I realized, I started doing print ads and TV commercials.” For almost twenty years, Ajith.

Cinema’s has been one of Tamil cinema’s top box office attractions. After a two-year break, he made a comeback to the big screen in 2025. Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar, known for his reserved nature and powerful screen presence, has made a rare and candid remark about his career and personal choices. In a recent interaction, the actor described himself“accidental.

Ajith, who has been a dominant force in Tamil cinema for over two decades, rarely gives interviews or engages with the media. But in a reflective moment, he shared insights into how his acting career began, his relationship with fame, and the evolving priorities in his life actor” and hinted at the possibility of being “forced into retirement”, stirring widespread.

‘I’m an Accidental Actor’

Ajith Kumar humbly stated that he never originally intended to become an actor. “I’m what you call an accidental actor,” he said. “I came into this line because life pushed me here, not because I dreamt of stardom.” Ajith began his career as a supporting actor and model before rising to fame with films like Vaali, Villain, Varalaru, and Billa discussion among fans industry.

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Hinting at Retirement

In what surprised many of his fans, Ajith hinted at the possibility of stepping away from cinema. “I could be forced into retirement,” he said, referring to the changing dynamics of the industry and his personal outlook. While he didn’t elaborate on who or “force” this decision, it was clear that Ajith is contemplating life beyond the camera travel. He is known.

The actor emphasized that he has never been driven by fame or the desire for attention. “My heart has always been elsewhere,” he said, referring to his other passions such as he’s at a crossroads. Whether he chooses to continue acting or shift focus to his other breaks that automobile racing, photography, and adventure travel. He is known to be a licensed pilot.

A Man of Many Passions

Apart from films, Ajith has been actively involved in philanthropic activities and personal projects. He often undertakes long-distance motorcycle expeditions across India and abroad. In recent years, he has expressed a desire to explore the world, both literally metaphorically, away from the spotlight of cinema He also values privacy and family time, often taking long. While no official announcement about retirement has been made, Ajith’s remarks suggest.

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