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Khwaja Ajmeri's Urs in Aurangabad draws people from different religions together

Aurangabad, May 19 (ANI): Aurangabad is situated in the southwestern state of Maharashtra. This small city has been home to many saints of different communities. It is known for religious tolerance and harmony between different communities that live here. The Urs or death anniversary of Khwaja Ajmeri exemplifies this spirit of communal harmony. It reflects good relations that exist between Hindu and Muslim devotees who come in Aurangabad to celebrate the occasion in large numbers. The Urs presents a picture of religious amity as Muslims along and Hindus of the area make arrangements for the occasion. The Urs of Khwaja Ajmeri in Aurangabad acts as a confluence for different faiths, and showcases brotherhood and harmony between different communities. May 19, 2014
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Modi says Varanasi endorsed even his 'silence'

Varanasi, May 18 (ANI): In spiritually charged atmosphere of the temple town of Varanasi, victorious BJP leader Narendra Modi said that he was indebted to people of the town for their love and support even when he was gagged and not allowed to speak to his electorate in the run up to polls. Modi reached the brightly-lit Dashashwamedh Ghat soon after darkness fell. Jostling his way through the enthusiastic crowd of supporters cheering 'NaMo NaMo', the leader reached the banks of Holy Ganges with party chief Rajnath Singh and his aide Amit Shah to participate in the famous Ganga Aarti, the Hindu ceremony of light. After performing all the rituals amidst priests blowing conch shells and ringing holy bells, the firebrand leader addressed the crowd and thanked them for their support. The PM designate also vowed to clean Varanasi and turn into India's cultural capital. May 18, 2014