Vishnu is a male name of Indian Sanskrit origin, meaning "God Vishnu." In Hinduism, Vishnu is one of the principal deities and is known as "The Preserver" within the Trimurti, the triple deity of supreme divinity that includes Brahma and Shiva. Vishnu is revered as the supreme Lord who creates, protects, and transforms the universe. He is often depicted with dark blue or black-colored skin, adorned with four arms, and holding symbolic items such as a conch shell and a war discus. Vishnu is also associated with the ten primary avatars, or incarnations, known as the Dashavatara, with Rama and Krishna being the most significant. The name Vishnu originates from the Sanskrit word meaning "all-pervasive," signifying his omnipresence and omnipotence.
Vishnu Tiwari, born in Lalitpur, Uttar Pradesh in 1978, is an Indian man who endured a wrongful accusation and conviction of rape, leading to two decades of wrongful imprisonment. Despite facing bankruptcy and seeking help from various NGOs, Tiwari's life sentence was overturned by the Allahabad High Court, declaring him not guilty. Hailing from the village of Silawan in Lalitpur, Tiwari, a school dropout, worked odd jobs to support his family. Accused in 2000, he was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2001 based solely on the woman's allegations. After numerous legal appeals, the Allahabad High Court declared him not guilty in 2020. Following his release from Agra Central Jail, Tiwari struggled to adjust to a vastly changed world, having lost his family members and endured emotional and financial hardships. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued notices regarding his case, sparking public outrage and discussions on the flaws in the Indian legal system. Vishnu Tiwari's story serves as a poignant reminder of the need for judicial reforms and the protection of individuals from false accusations.
Vishnu Malla, a prominent figure in the Malla dynasty, was the King of Patan from 1729 until his passing in 1745. He ascended to the throne following the reign of Yoga Prakash Malla. Vishnu Malla's lineage can be traced back to Srinivasa Malla, and his reign was marked by strategic alliances and territorial disputes. He married Chandralakshmi, the daughter of Jagajjaya Malla, the king of Kantipur, to solidify his political power. During his rule, the Gorkha Kingdom and Tanahun became involved in the politics of Kathmandu Valley, a situation that would eventually lead to their annexation by Prithvi Narayan Shah, the Gorkha king. Vishnu Malla was known for his contributions to religious monuments and generous donations to temples and guthis. Despite not having any children, he designated his brother-in-law Rajya Prakash Malla as his successor. Rajya Prakash, who succeeded him in 1745, was the third son of Jagajjaya Malla, the king of Kantipur.
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