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Prayagraj: The Sangam city is immersed in devotion as Navratri festivities continue with fervour. Adding to the spiritual atmosphere, the prominent Ramlilas, including Patharchatti, Pajawa, Katra, Naini, and Civil Lines, are underway, staging episodes from the Ramayan and drawing huge crowds.The group of artists, including professional actors who travelled from Mumbai to Prayagraj to perform the prominent Ramlila characters during Navratri, are enthusiastic to play their assigned roles in the ce ...Read More >
Desi girl Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai, and she visited the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal on Tuesday. The actress was spotted arriving at a pandal organised by Rani Mukerji and Kajol's families. She looked absolutely stunning in a blue ethnic suit, and was seen warmly greeting Kajol's sister Tanishaa Mukerji, and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji. Several pictures and videos shared by the paparazzi show Priyanka Chopra arriving for the Durga Puja celebration in Mumbai. She rocked a b ...Read More >
Lucknow: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former minister Gayatri Prajapati was attacked by a fellow inmate inside Lucknow Jail on Tuesday. The scuffle took place within the jail premises, after which prison authorities launched an internal inquiry. According to a statement issued by Dr Ramdhani, DIG Prisons, Lucknow Range, the incident occurred after Prajapati allegedly used abusive language towards another inmate, Vishwas Rajput. In response, Vishwas attacked Prajapati using a sharp object i ...Read More >
Mumbai: The city will celebrate Dussehra, the culmination of the nine-day Navratri festival, with immersions of Goddess Durga idols, Ramlila performances, and the burning of Ravana effigies. Iconic Venues Set Ablaze Effigies will be set on fire at several locations, including Girgaon Chowpatty and Ram Lila Maidan, Malad West. The Shree Adarsh Ramlila Samiti will burn a 50-feet tall Ravana on Thursday evening as the festival's grand finale. At Zakaria Road, Malad, members of the 70-member Shre ...Read More >
Kajol experienced a bittersweet Durga Puja this year. She faced three family losses in 2025. Stepping into the familiar pandal was an emotional moment for her. Her sister Tanishaa spoke about carrying forward family traditions. The family honored their late loved ones' legacy with warmth. Kajol also continues her work with The Trial 2, streaming on JioHotstar. This year's Durga Puja hit a bittersweet note for Kajol. Usually, all smiles and festive vibes at the pandal, the actor confessed that 2 ...Read More >
According to Hindu mythology, Maa Durga is said to have killed the buffalo demon Mahishasura on this day. The tariff theme 'Pandal' comes amid 50 per cent tariffs by the US on Indian goods and 100 per cent tariffs on branded pharmaceutical goods and non-US-made movies. Earlier today, Devotees flocked in huge numbers to the Alopi Shankari Devi Shakti Peeth Mandir in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on the occasion of Maha Navami. The temple also witnessed a large gathering on the auspicious day of As ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Alia Bhatt made heads turn when she arrived at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja on Wednesday. Donning an exquisite lehenga, Alia undoubtedly captivated the attention of the other devotees at the pandal. What made her appearance even more memorable was her rushing to greet actress Rani Mukerji. The two shared a heartfelt hug and posed happily for pictures, joined by Ayan Mukerji and Tanisha Mukerji for a cheerful photo session. Earlier ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Bollywood actor and National Award recipient, Rani Mukerji has shared childhood memories of her dancing with her cousins during Durga Puja celebrations and said their aunts used to choreograph the dances. In a conversation with ANI, Rani said celebrations have grown with time and talked about the pandal her family has been associated with. "Everything is becoming a big event, and we are going with the flow... S Mukerji's wife started it, so we are ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Nothing beats the feeling of celebrating festivals with your family members. This Durga Puja, our Bollywood celebrities are also ensuring they indulge in festive vibes surrounded by their loved ones. On Wednesday, actor Ajay Devgn joined her wife Kajol and daughter Nysa at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Also Read | Nagarjuna Gets Personality Rights Protection: Delhi High Court Issues Restraining Order on Unauthorised Use of Telugu Su ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Nothing beats the feeling of celebrating festivals with your family members. This Durga Puja, our Bollywood celebrities are also ensuring they indulge in festive vibes surrounded by their loved ones. On Wednesday, actor Ajay Devgn joined her wife Kajol and daughter Nysa at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja.For darshan, Ajay opted for traditional wear. He arrived at the pandal donning a green kurta. He even posed for the fam-jam pictures wi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood's power couple, Ajay Devgn and Kajol, were seen twinning in green during the Maha Navami celebration at the Mumbai Sarbojanin Durga pandal. While the 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' actress looked absolutely stunning in a graceful saree with silver embellishments, accompanied by small earrings, light makeup, and a gajra, Ajay complimented his better half, looking all handsome in a green kurta. Ajay and Kajol were accompanied by their daughter, Nysa Devgan, during ...Read More >
Katra (Reasi), Oct 1 (PTI) Over 1.70 lakh devotees paid obeisance at the Mata Vaishno Devi temple during Navratri, with chants of 'Jai Mata Di' and bhajans echoing throughout Katra, the base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi. Navratri, being observed from September 22 till Wednesday, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga. It holds special significance at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, which records one of its highest pilgrim visits during this period. Officials said that the footfall of pilgrims ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (PTI) The Mumbai police have deployed more than 16,500 constables and nearly 2,900 officers along with the personnel of various special units across the city in view of the Dussehra rallies of political parties and processions for immersion of goddess Durga idols on October 2, officials said. This year, Dussehra and Gandhi Jayanti are being celebrated on the same day. The ruling Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will hold its annual Dussehra rally at the NESCO ...Read More >
New Delhi: On the auspicious occasion of Maha Navami, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta performed 'Kanya Pujan' at the Government Girls' Secondary School in Haiderpur, celebrating the spiritual and cultural significance of girls as embodiments of divine feminine energy. Addressing students, faculty, and local residents during the ceremony, CM Gupta emphasised the importance of empowering girls through education, opportunity, and cultural pride. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta's Statement "Shakti is the s ...Read More >
New Delhi: On the auspicious occasion of Maha Navami, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta performed 'Kanya Pujan' at the Government Girls' Secondary School in Haiderpur, celebrating the spiritual and cultural significance of girls as embodiments of divine feminine energy. Addressing students, faculty, and local residents during the ceremony, CM Gupta emphasised the importance of empowering girls through education, opportunity, and cultural pride. "Shakti is the symbol of power, and in our country ...Read More >
When it comes to festivals, the more the merrier," says Ronit Bose Roy, who is "blessed to belong to three states." He says, "I am a Bengali born in Maharashtra and have grown up in Gujarat. So, it's a special time of the year and I love celebrating both Navratri and Durga Puja." The Adaalat actor adds, "I am a big follower of Mataji, and we celebrate all the Navratris. We have maintained our Durga Puja traditions as well." Excerpts from a chat: 'We serve bhog to everyone during pujo' I have som ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) On the auspicious occasion of Mahanavami, the ninth and final day of the Sharadiya Navratri, devotees across the country gathered in large numbers to offer prayers to Goddess Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga known as the granter of all supernatural powers (siddhis). In Varanasi, thousands of devotees thronged the Siddhmata Temple in Siddhamata Gali near Golghar since the early hours of the morning. The atmosphere was filled with chants of "Jai Mata ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Mahanavami greetings to the countrymen and prayed for their well-being and prosperity. The ninth day of Navratri is celebrated as Mahanavami, which is dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri. Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, "Heartfelt wishes to all of you on the occasion of Mahanavami! May this auspicious occasion of Navratri bring good fortune, prosperity, and success to everyone; that is my wish." Uttar Pradesh Chief Min ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, along with Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Durga Puja. According to the President's Secretariat, the President said, "On the auspicious ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas has expressed gratitude for Ashthami pooja. She went on to thank actress Tanisha and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji for the warm welcome at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Priyanka took to Instagram, where she shared a glimpse of the idol of Goddess Durga from the pooja. "On this Ashtami, feeling grateful for Maa Durga's blessings! Thank you @tanishaamukerji & @ayan mukerji for having me," Priyanka wrote as the caption. On Septe ...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 d ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam's most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ar ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam's most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ...Read More >
Sandhi Puja is a significant Hindu festival celebrated during Navratri. It honours Goddess Durga and her fierce form, Goddess Chamunda. This festival marks the transition from Ashtami to Navami tithi. It is a time when devotees gather to perform rituals with deep devotion. The festival is celebrated with traditional attire, offerings, and prayers. Sandhi Puja holds great importance in Hindu tradition. It marks the moment when Goddess Chamunda appeared to defeat demons Chand and Mund. This event ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday emphasised the need for greater integration and a standardised system for the Indian Army to respond effectively to cyberattacks, information warfare, and evolving security challenges. Speaking at the Tri-Services Seminar held in New Delhi, Singh assured complete support from the Ministry of Defence for the system. "Our armed forces have developed audit systems over the years of experience... In today's era of integrated operations, it is crucial that ...Read More >
Pasighat: Along with the rest of the country, Durga Puja celebrations in Arunachal Pradesh's Pasighat, East Siang district, began on Monday with great pomp and splendour. The town took on a festive appearance, as illuminated and beautifully decorated Puja pandals attracted large numbers of devotees. The sound of hymns filled the air from September 29 to October 2, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere. Among the various Puja committees in Pasighat, the Durga Puja Committee-20245 at GTC Children' ...Read More >
Kajol and Twinkle Khanna pose for the paps. (Photo: Instagram) You must be living under a rock if you have not come across videos from the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja while scrolling through Instagram. Hosted by the Mukerji family, this is a star-studded pandal. Like every year, this time too, the celebrations are nothing short of grand. Celebrities including Bipasha Basu, Jaya Bachchan, and Ranbir Kapoor have already made an appearance. Now, a viral video has taken over the internet, s ...Read More >
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday slammed the violence during 'I Love Mohammad' campaign-related protests, saying those trying to disrupt the Hindu festival of Sharadiya Navratra and inciting violence and anarchy in the name of faith will not be spared. IMAGE: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Photograph: ANI Photo Comparing the rioters to demons 'Chundd' and Mundd', he said Goddess Bhagwati is not going to tolerate them and they will be crushed. The chief m ...Read More >
Mumbai: Two more victims of the Kandivali gas-leak fire succumbed to their injuries on Tuesday at the National Burns Centre (NBC), raising the death toll of the incident to 6, leaving only one surviving patient. Officials from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) confirmed that Janaki Gupta, 39, with 70% burns, and Durga Gupta, 30, with 85-90% burns, were declared dead on Tuesday afternoon. "Both the victims were undergoing treatment in Airoli and could not survive the extent of their i ...Read More >
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