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Lucknow: Women cleaned their homes and prepared 'satvik' (pure veg) food for 'Nahaye Khaye', which marked the onset of Chhath puja, on Saturday. On 'Nahaye Khaye' day, devotees vow to observe the Chhath fast with purity, restraint and devotion for three days. People clean homes, offer 'arghya' to the rising sun and cook meals comprising 'lauki ki sabzi', 'chane ki dal', 'roti and chawal'. The festivities from this day until the conclusion with 'Usha Arghya' on the fourth day.People came to ghats to decorate 'Vedis' (sacrificial altar) for Chhathi Maiya at Lakshman Mela ground on Gomti banks.Munmun Singh, who hails from Bihar and got married in UP, was seen decorating the 'vedi' with her Maharashtrian sister-in-law. "The celebration, grandeur and festivity of Chhath in Bihar is unmatched, but has gained popularity in UP as well." she said. .Her sister-in-law Pinki started observing Chhath after marriage. "I wait for Chhath the entire year because it is the time when we all meet and seek blessings of Chhathi Maiya and Lord Surya," said Pinki.Pooja Gupta from Jharkhand said, "I came to the ghat to paint my 'vedi' for puja. Although I miss being in Jharkhand, there is not much difference between the festivities as here too, vibrance of the festival is extravagant."A troupe led by folk singer Preeti Lal sang 'Chhathi Maiya aayi anganiya', 'Sun li arajiya hamaar Chhathi Maiya' and 'Hum jhori jhori phulwa mangayengi".
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): The cost of home-cooked meals eased in June as compared to the same month last year, driven by a sharp correction in vegetable prices, according to the Crisil Intelligence report. In the monthly report titled 'Roti Rice Rate', the average cost of a vegetarian thali (Plate) declined by 8 per cent year-on-year (YoY), while the cost of a non-vegetarian thali was down nearly 6 per cent. The decline in vegetarian thali prices was primarily attributed to a significant drop in key vegetable prices, which had spiked the previous year due to adverse weather and crop d ...Read More >
Himachal Pradesh faced nature's fury. Bridges collapsed in Shimla, Lahaul, and Spiti. Cloudbursts and flash floods caused widespread damage. Over 300 roads closed, disrupting travel. A police post swept away, shops damaged. No casualties reported yet. Orange alert issued for more heavy rain. The state has suffered significant financial losses this monsoon. Many people have died in rain-related incidents. Several bridges were washed away in Shimla and Lahaul and Spiti districts, while over 300 roads, including two national highways, have been closed across Himachal Pradesh following fresh inci ...Read More >
October 2025 is packed with major festivals like Dussehra, Diwali, Chath Puja and Durga Puja In this festive season, several states will observe many bank holidays during the month. In October 2025, there will be a national holiday when banks across all states will remain closed. Due to various local festivals, several bank branches will also remain closed in different states. While online banking services will remain available, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has listed specific days in October ...Read More >
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: The North Eastern Railway on Wednesday announced it would run 186 additional special trains on Chatth Puja to enhance passenger comfort between major stations. The Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of the North Eastern Railway, Pankaj Kumar Singh, stated that passengers are returning after celebrating Diwali and also coming for Chhath Puja. He noted that the Indian Railways has increased its train capacity and is running special trains to multiple stations this year. "After celebrating Diwali, passengers are going back and also coming in for Chhat Puja; therefor ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 28 (PTI) India's gains from importing discounted Russian oil are estimated to be just USD 2.5 billion per annum, significantly lower than the previously speculated range of USD 10-25 billion, a research report said on Thursday. Stopping Russian oil imports would force India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, to rely on limited alternatives, potentially driving global crude prices up to USD 100 per barrel amid rising demand and tight supply. "Benefit from Russian oil imports is way less than exaggerated media numbers," brokerage CLSA said in a report. While ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, notably higher than the normal 4.3 mm. Warangal's Sangem recorded the day's highest maximum temperature ...Read More >
Srinagar- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said foreign countries were told clearly during the post-Operation Sindoor diplomatic outreach that in case of a fresh provocation, India would repeat its action. Speaking at a discussion at the Ahmedabad Management Association, Tharoor said Indian delegations which visited foreign countries in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor managed to convey that India acted with restraint and responsibility. "In other places, we actually were able to get some very high-placed people to say not only that they respected and supported India's right of self- ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the contribution of RSS, which is completing 100 years of its inception this Dussehra, to nation building through sacrifice and dedication. In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' address, he said the Sangh fountainhead was formed in 1925 to fight intellectual slavery and restore self-confidence among the people during British rule and at the time of Independence. "This Vijayadashami is special for another reason. This day marks 100 years of the fo ...Read More >
One of Bollywood's most iconic films, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, has completed three decades this year. The Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol-starrer was released on October 20, 1995. Celebrating this happy occasion, Pooja Ruparel, who played the role of 'Chutki' in the Aditya Chopra directorial, opened up on SRK and Kajol's bond on the sets of the film. She revealed that the iconic on-screen couple were such "great co-actors" and no matter how romantic the scene was, SRK and Kajol switched to being f ...Read More >
New Delhi: Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal with women from purvanchal stages a protest against AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025.Source : PTI Delhi Police on Monday detained Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal as she protested outside Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal's residence over the government's failure to clean the Yamuna River. Maliwal, accompanied by a group of women from Purvanchal, carried water collected from the Yamuna to Kejriwal's residence, accusing him of neglecting the river's worsening condition. Speaking to news agency ANI, she re ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan Anand, his wife and their armed guards breached hospital security, physically assaulted staff, and thr ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a comprehensive holiday calendar, urging citizens to plan their banking activities accordingly to avoid inconvenience. Major festivals such as Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali, Chhath Puja, Lakshmi Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Gandhi Jayanti contribute to the extended closures. In addition to these, the second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays further reduce working days for banks. 🏦 Key Dates to Note: * October 1: Dussehra, Ayudha Puja, Durga Puja (West Be ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to MS Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru after developing a fever late Tuesday night, sparking concern among party workers and political leaders across the country. Doctors at the hospital are closely monitoring his condition and have assured that there is no immediate cause for alarm. Kharge, 83, was reportedly brought to the renowned medical facility after he complained of persistent fever. A medical team quickly initiated a series of diagnostic tests to determine the cause. While his condition is said to be stable, doctors have kept ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A delegation led by chief minister Siddaramaiah, his deputy DK Shivakumar and some cabinet colleagues met Union defence minister Rajnath Singh Wednesday and sought central support for a wide range of proposals -- from setting up two defence industrial corridors and securing defence land for major infrastructure work in Bengaluru, to hosting an Indian Air Force (IAF) air show during this year's Mysuru Dasara celebrations.In a letter to Singh, Siddaramaiah urged the Centre to establish a defence industrial corridor each in North and South Karnataka, like those announced in Uttar Prade ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) As there is a threat of rain during Durga puja, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is keeping an eye on the emergency situation from her residence, government officials said on Monday. Sources in State Secretariat said that she is in regular contact with the state Chief Secretary Manoj Pant and top administrative officials every day. Even though the Chief Minister is not present at the State Secretariat, she is monitoring the situation in the state from her residence, a senior government official said. Last week, Kolkata witnessed record rain which w ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said that the national capital will witness a grand Chhath Puja this year and arrangements will be done at banks on both sides of the Yamuna river. She said focus will be given on cleanliness of the ghats. "To ensure that the Chhath Puja festival is historic, this year, we will make a detailed plan and preparations for it. Arrangements for the Chhath puja will be done at banks on both sides of the river. Focus will be laid on cleanliness at the ghats. Delhi will witness a grand Chhath Puja this year." Prime Mi ...Read More >
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced October 27 as a government holiday for the Chhath festival. The holiday falls on a Monday, marking the most significant day of the four-day celebration. Devotees will offer prayers to the setting Sun. The festival honors nature, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced that October 27 will be a government holiday on the occassion of Chhath festival, said a statement from the CMO. The chief minister explained ...Read More >
Patna: The dates for the Bihar Assembly elections have created a new challenge for the political parties in the fray. The Election Commission (EC) has scheduled the first phase of voting on November 6 and the second on November 11. However, for the millions of migrant voters of Bihar, the dates for Chhath Puja -- Bihar's most important festival -- clashes with these dates. The employers of these migrant workers expect them to return to their workplaces immediately after the festival, which runs from October 25 to October 28. But the first phase of voting is nine days later, while the second p ...Read More >
Baramulla, Jul 5: Hundreds of mourners from Delina and its neighbouring villages Saturday participated in the Muharram procession, the 9th day of the month of Muharram-Ul-Haram at Delina area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district. The procession was one of the series of processions being held in the month of Muharram, the first month of Islamic calendar. Dressed in black and carrying flags bearing religious inscriptions, participants from the villages of Hygam, Bulgam, Bohripora, Syedpora, Uri, Boniyar and other villages marched from new Imambargah through the National Highway NH-1 to the ma ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 27: Banks will be closed for more than 15 days in October 2025 as the 10th month of the 25th year of the 21st century is packed with major festivals such as Dussehra, Diwali, Chath Puja and Durga Puja. During October, several states will observe bank holidays due to regional festivals in addition to national holidays. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks across the country will stay shut for a total of 15 days in October. The October bank holiday of 15 days excludes all Sunday holidays when banks remain closed for business. As per the RBI list, banks will stay ...Read More >
Cuttack: In the heart of Cuttack, Odisha's oldest cultural city, a centuries-old tradition continues to thrive. The Balu Bazar Puja Committee, one of the oldest Puja organizations in the city, has been celebrating Durga Puja for an astonishing 511 years. This year marks a significant milestone, as the Puja Committee continues to uphold the traditions and rituals that have been passed down through generations. A notable highlight of this puja is the deity's face, which has remained unchanged for the past 126 years. Additionally, the idols are adorned with organic colours derived from natural s ...Read More >
The CM stated that she would personally inspect the Yamuna and other sites to ensure preparations are thorough. The government will also request water from Haryana if required, Gupta added The Delhi government has decided to allow the celebration of Chhath Puja on both banks of the Yamuna River, with a caveat -- only worship will be permitted, not immersion. "Immersion in the Yamuna is prohibited under existing rules, and immersion does not form part of Chhath rituals," said Chief Minister Rekh ...Read More >
There has been considerable confusion over whether the Diwali bank holiday falls on Monday or Tuesday this year. To clarify, banks in certain states observed the holiday on Monday, while in others, bank branches will remain closed today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Income Tax Guide Income Tax Slabs FY 2025-26Income Tax Calculator 2025New Income Tax Bill 2025 Bank holiday on October 21, 2025A bank holiday will be observed in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Sikkim, Manipur, Chhattisgarh, Jam ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Ahead of Bihar's Chhath festival, Indian Railways has introduced a unique arrangement of playing popular folk songs dedicated to the Chhath festival at over 100 prominent stations across the country. In the first phase, this initiative has been implemented at 30 different stations, where announcements of train departures or arrivals pause for a while. During these intervals, folk songs sung by well-known singers such as Sharda Sinha, Nitu Kumari Navgeet, Vindyavasni Devi and others are played when no train information is being broadcast over the automated announcement system. The ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The dark dingy room of the jail in the city haunts Bhubanananda Tripathi even after 49 years and some months. The rattling noise of locks and bars, the unhygienic environs, the food that was bereft of taste and the scary nights came alive as Tripathi gets the news that the government of Odisha declares provision of pension to all those who had spent countless sleepless nights in prison during the Emergency in 1975. Tripathy is one of the 1200 brave souls from Odisha who were among 1.1 lakh arrested during Emergency and endured torture, humiliation and their crime was - demanding ...Read More >
Haridwar: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has formally set the tone for the 2027 Kumbh Mela preparations in Haridwar, performing a symbolic Ganga pujan on Wednesday as part of the ongoing 'Nadi Mahotsav' or River Festival. A video of the ritual, in which the Chief Minister is seen offering water from a kalash to the sacred river, was shared on his official YouTube channel. Here are some visuals from the event: Focus on Kanwar Mela and Ground-Level Preparedness In Haridwar for a two-day visit, CM Dhami chaired a high-level review meeting on Thursday at the Fair Control Room ( ...Read More >
Lucknow: Umar Ansari, the younger son of gangster-turned-politician late Mukhtar Ansari, was arrested by Ghazipur police from Darul Shafa area of Lucknow late Sunday night.The arrest was made following the registration of a criminal case against him for forgery in Ghazipur. He was taken into custody and transported to Ghazipur for further proceedings.Umar Ansari was booked for allegedly attempting to fraudulently reclaim a property that had been confiscated under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act. The property was earlier seized under Section 14(1) of the ...Read More >
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday criticised the spike in airfares from Bagdogra in the aftermath of the flood and landslides in the northern part of the state, calling it "discriminatory", and questioned why the state was being treated "unfairly" during a humanitarian crisis. Banerjee who returned from north Bengal during the day said that next week she will again visit the region affected by natural disaster that claimed at least 32 lives. She alleged that flight fares to Bihar were deliberately kept in check during the upcoming Chhath Puja period due to the A ...Read More >
Schools across several Indian states have announced extended holidays for Diwali, with closures beginning as early as October 13 in Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are also observing Diwali breaks, with Bihar's holidays extending to include preparations for Chhath Puja. Meanwhile, schools in Karnataka are closed until October 18 for a state-wide caste survey. Many states have announced school holidays starting Monday, October 13 ahead of Diwali. Along with traditional Diwali vacations, some a ...Read More >