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Claim: A vegetable vendor in Varanasi hired bouncers to protect tomatoes from getting stolen (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2023-07-09)
Evidence (2023-07-09): The tweet read, "A vegetable vendor in Varanasi, UP has hired bouncers to keep customers at bay when they come to buy tomatoes, whose price has increased massively over the past few days." The tweet also included a video in which the ‘shopkeeper’ gave reasons for the same while talking with the news agency. The ‘vegetable’ vendor Ajay Fauji said, "I have hired bouncers because the tomato price is too high. People are indulging in violence and even looting tomatoes. Since we have tomatoes in the shop, we don’t want any arguments, so we have bouncers here. Tomatoes are selling for Rs 160 per kg. People are buying 50 or 100 gms." [...] Earlier today, PTI tweeted a story about a vegetable vendor in Varanasi hiring bouncers in light of high price of tomatoes. It has since come to our notice that the vendor is a worker of the Samajwadi Party, and his motive for giving us the information was questionable. We have,… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 9, 2023
Claim: A vegetable vendor in Varanasi hired bouncers to protect tomatoes from getting stolen (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2023-07-09)
Evidence (2024-10-09): In Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi, a vegetable ‘vendor’ has reportedly hired bouncers to protect his stall and control customer behaviour due to the soaring prices. The vegetable vendor Ajay Fauji said he was compelled to hire the bouncers as some customers become violent while buying tomatoes, reported the IANS news agency. [...] Since we do not want any trouble of disturbance at the shop, I have hired bouncers," he was quoted as saying.
Claim: A vegetable vendor in Varanasi hired bouncers to protect tomatoes from getting stolen (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2023-07-09)
Evidence (2023-07-09): A smartphone shop owner in MP is offering 2 kg of complimentary tomatoes with mobile phone purchases, while a vegetable vendor in UP has hired bouncers. Amid sky-touching prices of tomatoes, vegetable sellers are trying unusual approaches, like hiring bouncers to manage customers and giving away tomatoes for free with smartphone purchases. [...] Meanwhile, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, a vegetable vendor named Ajay Fauji has taken extreme measures to handle the tomato price hike. Fearing tomato theft, he has hired bouncers to keep customers at a distance when they come to purchase tomatoes. Ajay Fauji shared, "I have hired bouncers because the tomato price is too high. People are indulging in violence and even looting tomatoes. Since we have tomatoes in the shop, we don't want any arguments, so we have bouncers here. Tomatoes are selling for ₹160 per kg. People are buying 50 or 100 gms," PTI.
Claim: A vegetable vendor in Varanasi hired bouncers to protect tomatoes from getting stolen (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2023-07-09)
Evidence (2023-07-17): Meanwhile, anecdotes related to tomato prices are being posted on social media after its price spiralled. Interestingly, a video of a vegetable vendor hiring bouncers in Varanasi of Uttar Pradesh went viral. He reportedly said that he hired them to protect tomatoes from being stolen. While another vendor installed a CCTV camera to protect the tomatoes. The price of tomatoes per kg is being sold for Rs 160 in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana while in the rest of the country, too, it has become dearer.
Claim: A vegetable vendor in Varanasi hired bouncers to protect tomatoes from getting stolen (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2023-07-09)
Evidence (2023-07-10): In Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, a vegetable vendor had to hire bouncers for his precious tomatoes. The bizarre incident is going viral on social media platforms and making netizens laugh. Ajay Fauji, a vegetable vendor was looted of tomatoes and claimed people are indulging in fights, following which he hired two bouncers to safeguard his tomatoes. He said, "I have hired bouncers because the price is too high." He further said, people had been "indulging in violence and even looting tomatoes" and "I didn’t want any arguments". The soaring prices of tomatoes in Indian states is not only a trouble for consumers, but vendors who are making efforts to protect their tomatoes from thieves. Recently, in Karnataka, a farmer lost tomatoes worth Rs. 3 lakhs.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2014-02-14): According to information from the UAE government, Abu Dhabi and other parts of the country have experienced rainfall on numerous occasions over the years. For instance, in January 2020, Abu Dhabi received approximately 60mm of rainfall. While the inauguration of the Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi coincided with rainfall, it is not the first instance of rain in the area. Hence, the claim made in the post is FALSE.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-10-07): Welcome to BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi! [...] The brand new BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is an awe-inspiring oasis in the middle of the Arabian sands that serves as a fresh bridge to the Almighty, a shining beacon of artistry, and a testament to cross-cultural harmony. The temple was constructed by the well-known Hindu religious organization BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha to support the expanding Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates. [...] The BAPS Hindu Mandir is the only Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. It is also the first authentic Hindu stone temple in the Middle East. It is also the first to be constructed of interlocking stone blocks, a traditional method employed in the construction of several of India's most revered temples.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-09-09): Dedication Assembly | Inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi [...] Holiday Heat and Spiritual Serenity, BAPS Hindu Mandir [...] Celebrating Maternal Bonds, BAPS Hindu Mandir
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-01-11): The inauguration of the Swaminarayan temple of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha, a Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi next month will be a monumental day to "celebrate tolerance and acceptance", the Ambassador of the UAE to India Abdulnasser Alshaali said on Thursday. [...] Last month, Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas extended the invitation on behalf of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir, and it has been accepted by PM Modi.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-14): PM Modi Hindu Mandir (BAPS) Inauguration LIVE: Ahead of the inauguration of BAPS temple, devotees continued to arrive in large numbers at Abu Dhabi's BAPS Hindu Temple ahead of its inauguration by PM Modi. [...] PM Modi Hindu Mandir (BAPS) Inauguration LIVE: Ahead of the inauguration of the BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi, BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir saint Swami Brahmaviharidas called the ceremony a moment of celebration. He extended his gratitude towards the Ruler of Abu Dhabi and PM Modi. "It is a moment of celebration and a day of gratitude for everyone," he said. [...] PM Modi Hindu Mandir (BAPS) Inauguration LIVE: Ahead of the inauguration of BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi, there have been visuals from the temple and places associated to it. The souvenir shop at BAPS includes handcrafted items to ecofriendly bags for the visitors.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2023-12-27): On behalf of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, Pujya Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, along with the board of directors, extended a heartfelt invitation to the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for the inauguration ceremony scheduled for 14 February 2024. [...] Recalling his personal and immortal memories of Pramukh Swami Maharaj and his glorious centenary celebrations, the Prime Minister was deeply moved and expressed prayers for Mahant Swami Maharaj's health. He also appreciated the efforts of key individuals, volunteers and supporters, involved in the BAPS Hindu Mandir project in Abu Dhabi, including those present before him such as Chairman Ashok Kotecha, Vice Chairman Yogesh Mehta and Director Chirag Patel, recognizing their contributions as significant sources of pride for India. In a light hearted exchange, the Prime Minister asked Chirag Patel about his love for tennis and his father Rohitbhai Patel and grandfather P D Patel; and also encouraged his children to continue working hard and achieve success in the sport. Swami Brahmaviharidas showcased the latest update of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, emphasizing its intricate carvings and all-inclusive grandeur, saying that "the inauguration ceremony will be a great event, a millennial moment of celebration for time to come." To which PM Modi added, "It will reflect the ideal of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - an ideal spiritual space, not merely rooted in beliefs and traditions, but a confluence of diverse cultures and civilizations. The essence of spiritual harmony, symbolizing the path forward."
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-04): ABU DHABI: People across the globe await the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi by Prime Minister [...] "The world awaits the inauguration of the Abu Dhabi Mandir by PM Narendra Modi. Visuals resplendent with its spellbinding architecture show the Temple in all its grandeur," the Embassy said. PM Modi recently accepted the invitation extended by Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, along with the board of directors for the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on February 14, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha said in a press statement.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-14): Abu Dhabi Hindu Temple Inauguration LIVE Streaming: Date, Time And Where To Watch BAPS Hindu Mandir Inauguration By PM Modi Online The inauguration of the BAPS Hindu temple will be commemorated through the 12-day ‘Festival of Harmony’ from February 10 to 21. This festival will feature a range of programs and community events aimed at deepening faith, promoting community service, and fostering harmony among individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Join the grand opening of BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi live online. [...] Inauguration timing in India of the BAPS Hindu temple, Abu Dhabi
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-14): On this momentous occasion of the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, we extend our sincere congratulations to the wise leadership of the UAE and the Honourable Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. As a symbol of unity, tolerance, and peace, this magnificent monument will serve as beacon of hope for the entire world. At Sobha Realty, we are delighted to play a key role in this historic milestone by contributing to the rich legacy of cultural diversity in the region. We also take this opportunity to applaud the visionary leaders for establishing an environment in which such embodiments of harmony can thrive. May this sacred space serve as an inspiration for a future that is marked by shared values and mutual respect. [...] The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is a marvel of architectural beauty and stands as a testament to the UAE’s dedication in fostering a healthy environment that echoes the spirit of diversity and religious harmony. As the largest temple in the Middle East, it opens its doors in the heart of the UAE, and stands as a place of worship and a beacon of tolerance, enhancing qualitative growth. We congratulate the visionary leaders of the UAE and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the marvelous inauguration of the mandir as this will enrich peace and stability at both regional and international levels.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-03-06): Useful things to know before you visit the BAPS Hindu temple [...] The BAPS Hindu temple is finally open in Abu Dhabi, following its grand inauguration on February 14. The marvellous piece of architecture opens its doors to worshippers following four years of meticulous work by artisans in India and the UAE, and is the Middle East’s first traditional Hindu stone temple. [...] BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Mureikha off E11 Hwy., Abu Dhabi, Tues to Sun 9am to 8pm. mandir.ae, @abudhabimandir
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-14): Abu Dhabi has opened its first Hindu temple. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital on Wednesday (14 February) during his two-day visit to the Gulf nation. He also performed several rituals at the shrine. [...] Built in the Nagara style of architecture, the BAPS Hindu Mandir stands tall in the desert of Abu Mureikha. It is the first traditional hand-carved Hindu temple of the UAE constructed with 1.8 lakh cubic metres of sandstone brought from Rajasthan. [...] The Abu Dhabi BAPS temple offers Hindus in the UAE another place of worship. The Gulf nation has the largest Indian diaspora population, estimated to be nearly 3.5 million, followed by the United States (2.7 million) and Saudi Arabia (2.5 million). The Indian expatriate community is also the largest ethnic group in the UAE comprising nearly 30 per cent of its population.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2023-12-30): What to know about the BAPS Hindu Mandir? Why PM Modi’s trip to Abu Dhabi for the inauguration is significant? Let’s try to understand. [...] The BAPS Hindu Mandir is the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. As per a report by The National, it is the Gulf nation’s first traditional hand-carved Hindu temple, situated in the capital’s Abu Mureikha area. [...] #WATCH | UAE: Drone visuals of the construction work of BAPS Hindu temple that is underway in Abu Dhabi — ANI (@ANI) December 29, 2023 "PM Narendra Modi accepted the invitation to inaugurate the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on February 14, 2024", said BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi yesterday pic.twitter.com/xDEF1abdwu
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-01): The BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first traditional Hindu stone temple is nearing its much-awaited inauguration in Abu Dhabi. [...] The invite-only opening ceremony of the BAPS Hindu Mandir built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha in the UAE capital will be attended by the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 14, 2023. [...] As previously announced, the public opening date of the BAPS Hindu Mandir is February 18, 2024, four days after the consecration ceremony in Abu Dhabi.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-19): On 14 February 2024, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, marking the first Hindu stone temple in the United Arab Emirates. Against this backdrop, a viral video depicts rain falling over the newly constructed temple in UAE, with a claim attributing the rain to the divine power of Hindu Gods. The video is accompanied by assertions that it had never rained in the area until the day before the temple’s inauguration. The Hindi caption loosely translates to, ‘This is the power of Sanatan Dharma where it never rained, it rained for the first time after the construction of Ram temple.’ In this article, we aim to fact-check the claims made in the post. [...] However, the inaugural event coincided with adverse weather conditions and showers, as viral visuals depict rain over the temple the day before the inauguration. Yet, the claim that the area where the temple stands had never experienced rain until the day before the inauguration is inaccurate. Historical data on precipitation in the UAE, especially in Abu Dhabi city, available from the UAE’s Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, indicates otherwise. [...] To sum it up, the rainfall during the inauguration of the Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi is not the first instance of rain in the city.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-12): Home |Hyderabad| Adverse Weather Conditions In Uae All Set For Inauguration Of Mandir In Abu Dhabi By Pm Modi Adverse weather conditions in UAE; All set for inauguration of Mandir in Abu Dhabi by PM Modi [...] Jeddah: Amidst adverse weather conditions and showers in UAE, hectic preparations are being done for the grand opening of the first ever Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi, capital of UAE on Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to formally inaugurate the temple. The National Center for Meteorology has issued a severe red alert urging people to be highly vigilant during adverse weather conditions where thunder and heavy rain may continue until noon on Tuesday.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-13): Prime Minister Modi will pay a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) beginning Tuesday, where he will inaugurate a grand BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi on February 14. The Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the UAE, is located in Abu Mureikhah near Al Rahba off the Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway. [...] The UAE has three other Hindu temples that are located in Dubai. The BAPS temple, spread over a large area with stone architecture, will be the largest in the Gulf region.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-13): Prime Minister Modi will pay a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) beginning Tuesday, where he will inaugurate a grand BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi on February 14. The Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the UAE, is located in Abu Mureikhah near Al Rahba off the Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway. The temple has come up on around 27 acres of land in Abu Dhabi and the work for the structure has been going on since 2019. The land for the temple was donated by the UAE government. The UAE has three other Hindu temples that are located in Dubai. The BAPS temple, spread over a large area with stone architecture, will be the largest in the Gulf region.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-14): Also read | India-UAE ties serve as a model for world: PM Modi at Indian diaspora event "I hope that the BAPS Mandir will become a symbol of communal harmony and global unity for the whole world," Mr. Modi said, addressing a gathering that included UAE Tolerance Minister Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan and spiritual leaders from all faiths. Recalling the consecration ceremony of the newly constructed Ram temple in Ayodhya last month, the Prime Minister said it was his good fortune to have witnessed the inauguration of the BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi. [...] The BAPS temple is built on a 27-acre site in Abu Mreikhah, near Al Rahba off the Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway, at a cost of around ₹700 crore.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-10-09): BAPS Temple will become Middle East’s first-ever traditional Hindu stone temple. The temple is built on 27 acres of land, the construction of which started in 2015. Photograph:(Twitter) [...] Amidst adverse weather conditions and showers in UAE, preparations are going on for the grand opening of the first ever Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi, capital of UAE, on Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to formally inaugurate the temple on February 14. [...] BAPS Hindu Mandir is set to become the Middle East’s first traditional Hindu stone temple. Situated in the Abu Mureikhah area, this majestic structure embodies the spirit of cultural peace and collaboration and is a testament to the enduring friendship between India and the UAE.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-13): Ahead of BAPS temple inauguration in Abu Dhabi, vedic prayers held for global harmony [...] The first ever Hindu temple in a Muslim country is set to be inaugurated on Feb 14. Prime minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate the BAPS Temple in Abu Dhabi, in presence of thousands of BAPS swamis and volunteers. Ahead of the inauguration, a Vishwa Samvadita Yagna was held at the BAPS temple, where Vedic prayers were recited for global harmony.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-22): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to the UAE on February 13. This will be his seventh visit to the UAE since 2015 and the third in the last eight months. PM Modi will be inaugurating the BAPS temple, and address the Indian community in the UAE at an event in Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi. The BAPS Mandir, the first traditional Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, sits on 27 acres of land that was generously gifted by the UAE leadership.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-02-13): BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the Middle East, will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 14 in Abu Dhabi. [...] Prior to the opening of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi, priest Aksharvatsal Swami expressed significant anticipation among devotees, noting the arrival of individuals from around the globe. [...] In anticipation of the grand inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, Sadhu Brahmaviharidas, who oversees international relations for the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, extended gratitude to UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his exceptional generosity and openness in facilitating the construction of this historic temple.
Claim: It had never rained in the area until the day before the inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi (SOCIAL MEDIA POST, 2014-02-14)
Evidence (2024-07-10): It will take place a day before Modi attends the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi.