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A photograph of a red-walled corridor where a shaved-headed sannyasi in orange robes and a rudraksha mala garlands a seated elderly man with a fresh orange-and-white flower garland. Beside them a man in white dhoti with gold border and beaded necklace holds a garland, while a bald man in white and a man in white kurta stand by. A wall notice reads Please respect the privacy of Swami Paramahamsa Nithyananda. The scene resembles a devotee receiving garlanding and blessing at a temple corridor.

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A photograph of devotees gathered at a temple entrance with orange-painted walls. On the left, a shaved-headed man in an orange saffron robe with a rudraksha mala presses his palms together in greeting. Beside him, a man in a white dhoti holds a marigold-style garland, and a man in white kurta with glasses holds his hands in namaste while receiving a garland. Several onlookers stand behind, including a young man in a blue hoodie and grey trousers, and others in white kurtas and light blue shirts. A small shrine opening with orange cloth is visible in the background, a plaque on the left wall reads a request to respect the shrine of Swami Paramahamsa Nithyananda, and a dark board with white text hangs on the right wall.2011-11-21A photograph of a pada puja in an ashram courtyard with an orange-draped floor mat. A seated figure in long dark hair and an orange robe sits in a cushioned chair, bending forward to touch the forehead of a bald man in an orange robe who kneels before him and holds his feet. Standing behind them is a bald man in white dhoti and orange shawl with a tilak. Further back, standing men wear white dhotis with yellow shawls, and one older man wears a white shirt and rudraksha mala. A pink and purple flower arrangement sits beside the chair, a carved stone pillar and a deity murti are visible at right, and a tray of offerings rests on a side table.2010-07-27November 21 20112011-11-21December 11 20112011-12-11A photograph of a hall with orange walls where a monk in orange robes and a rudraksha-style bead necklace places a garland of orange marigolds with pink flowers around the neck of a man in a white kurta. Nearby, a man in cream kurta and glasses with an orange marigold garland stands beside a woman in an orange sari. An older man in a white shirt and glasses stands at right. A poster above shows a bald figure in pink with a red crown-like turban against a yellow background. Several people are visible, with the central garlanding taking place near a printed banner.2012-04-14A seated figure in an orange sleeveless garment with an orange shawl places his hands on the head of a man bending forward in white dhoti and shirt wearing a rudraksha mala. Behind them, a bald man in white with an orange shawl stands near a second man in white with a yellow shawl, and other men in white with yellow shawls and a white-clad woman stand along an orange-walled hall. A blue and orange mat with printed text lies on the floor in front, and a cushion sits at right. The seated figure's hair is long and swept back, and he wears a shawl and clothing in saffron tones, which are cues for the appearance-based a person candidate, though the page does not confirm he is present.2010-07-29A photograph of a ceremony in a hall with a projection screen behind. A man with long dark hair, wearing an orange saffron robe draped over one shoulder and ornate gold beaded necklaces, stands on the right holding a red thread or mala and smiling as he reaches toward devotees. Beside him a man in an orange robe holds a silver tray with gold items. On the left, several men in white kurtas and dhotis stand with palms pressed together in namaskar, and one man in white kneels in front with hands folded. A yellow and blue decorative hanging appears at the top left. The left and right figures are devotees and attendants; the central figure with the long hair and gold necklaces is the swami-like figure in the scene.2011-02-27September 12 20122012-09-12A seated man in an orange sleeveless robe with a long rudraksha mala and a red mark on his forehead places his hand on the head of a kneeling devotee in white. Beside him, a man in white with a saffron-orange shawl and a grey-haired man in white with a white tilak and beaded necklace stand close, and a cameraman with a video camera films the scene. Behind them are a copper vessel and a brass oil lamp on a pale surface, with red-and-orange cloth hanging in the background. The setting appears to be a temple-like hall with a stone lion carving and red railings.2010-07-13A photograph of an indoor ceremonial gathering. In the centre, a man with long dark hair swept back and a white vertical mark on his forehead wears an orange saffron wrap, a rudraksha mala and a bare upper body, and reaches out to touch the forehead of a bearded man in white clothes who stands with palms pressed together in namaste. Behind them, a robed man in orange with a shaved head and gold ceremonial necklaces holds a tray with offerings. Several men in white and cream dhotis and shirts stand around, some wearing rudraksha malas, and a white-clad figure on the far right carries items. A large white projection screen and colourful striped hanging fabric decorate the hall. The central orange-robed figure fits the Swamiji (probable) appearance cues of swept-back hair, saffron wrap and rudraksha mala while blessing a devotee, consistent with a satsang or darshan setting.2010-11-30Photograph of a devotional greeting in a temple-style courtyard with red pillars and orange curtains. A man in a white t-shirt stands with palms pressed together, wearing a garland of marigold-like flowers with pink accents. Facing him, a man in saffron-orange robes with a red border and rudraksha beads on his arms and neck bows low with hands folded in namaskar. Behind them an attendant in white holds a garland and a red cloth, with a brass tray visible. Greenery is visible through a window at left.2012-04-14A photograph of a seated priest in white dhoti and cloth with a red-bordered shawl, wearing a gold necklace and bangles, touching the forehead of a kneeling devotee in white clothes and a yellow shawl whose palms are pressed together. A monk in orange robes stands beside them with hands folded. Behind, several people in white with yellow and orange shawls stand smiling and clapping. Orange and red painted walls frame the scene.2011-08-10