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Missing Gurgaon MNC manager returns home; went to Ayodhya ‘for peace’ • May 16, 2025, 9:25 AM ET (The Indian Express)

New Ayodhya taking shape: CM launches makeover of Sant Ravidas temple • May 11, 2025, 4:40 AM ET (The Indian Express)

Ayodhya temple trust to preserve Ram Lalla’s makeshift tent & throne as memorials • May 4, 2025, 2:55 PM ET (The Indian Express)

Ayodhya: Presiding seer of Hanuman Garhi steps out after centuries to visit Ram Temple • May 1, 2025, 6:01 AM ET (The Indian Express)

Ayodhya to have 6 entry ‘gate complexes’ with tourist facilitation centres and hotels • Apr. 22, 2025, 4:53 AM ET (The Indian Express)

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