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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 >
Ayudha Puja: Understanding the Celebration and Its Significance in Hindu Tradition Ayudha Puja is a Hindu festival celebrated on the ninth day of Navratri. It falls on 1st October 2025, which is a Wednesday. This festival is dedicated to worshipping tools, instruments, and weapons. It honours Goddess Durga and her victory over the demon king Mahishasur. The festival has deep roots in Hindu mythology and is celebrated with devotion. The significance of Ayudha Puja lies in the defeat of Mahishas ...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 city (area under BMC jurisdiction) recorded 12,070 property registrations in September against 9,111 units in the same month last year, marking a 32% YoY (year-on-year) increase, it said, pointing out that stamp duty collections touched ₹1,292 crore, up 47% YoY. The rise in registrations was due to the shifting festive calendar. Last year, property activity was subdued during the inauspicious Shraddh period (September 17-October 2, 2024), whereas this year it fell earlier (September 7-21 ...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 >
New Delhi: The festive season is here and with it comes a series of bank holidays across India as per the RBI calendar. While some holidays apply nationwide, others are observed only in specific states. This week, banks will remain closed in parts of the country to mark Durga Puja, Navratri, and Gandhi Jayanti. Today, October 1, is a holiday in several regions for Navratri End, Maha Navami, Dussehra, Ayudhapooja, and Vijayadasami -- the ninth day of the Hindu festivals of Durga Puja and Navratri ...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 >
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 >
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 >
PM Narendra Modi at the Kali Bari temple in Delhi's CR Park New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited a Durga Puja pandal in south Delhi's CR Park neighbourhood on the auspicious occasion of Ashtami. He offered prayers to Goddess Durga amid chanting of mantras. The Prime Minister also performed an aarti at the iconic Kali Bari temple in the area. He then attended the celebrations held according to traditional Bengali culture. Heavy security arrangements were in place in view of P ...Read More >
Jammu: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, addressing school and college students on Tuesday, warned against "divisive forces trying to destabilise the country". Sinha, who attended the valedictory function of 'Viksit Bharat Ke Rang-Kala Ke Sang' in Jammu, applauded the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and asked them to be a catalyst for change. The vibrant art workshop was organised by Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) and Divisional Administration, Jammu. According to an official press rele ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 30: Actor Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai for work commitments. And on Tuesday, she took some time off her schedule to visit one of the most famous Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai. Dressed in a royal blue suit, Priyanka exuded desi vibes as she offered prayers to Goddess Durga. In the visuals captured by the paps, the 'Mary Kom' star could be seen extending her greetings to the devotees present at the pandal. Navratri 2025: Varun Dhawan Shares Heartwarming Glimpse of Durga ...Read More >
Panaji: With 10 arms, riding on a lion and a force of nature, comes Maa Durga every year to people's doorsteps, ushering in a sense of community, celebration, and culture. For the next five days, she is a mother, a companion, and a symbol of strength. While Durga puja is celebrated with thunderous pomp and glory in West Bengal, a glimpse of that energy can be seen here in the Durga puja festival in Panaji, a tradition started by the Bengal Cultural Association (BCA)."We started this tradition in ...Read More >
Gandhinagar: A national conference on land management and disaster management will be held at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar on Oct 3 and 4. The land records modernisation programme will be one of the key topics of discussion at the conference.Speaking to reporters in Gandhinagar on Monday, Jayanti Ravi, additional chief secretary (revenue), said that the conference will be a milestone in achieving the goals of the 'Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30 (ANI): This time, the 91st year of Durga Puja at Mudi Ali Club in Kolkata has emphasised the theme of 'Atmashuddhi', which means 'self-purification'. The club highlighted the use of natural elements, such as clay and terracotta, in the pandal's construction, symbolising purity and cultural heritage. Also Read | Sushant Singh Rajput's Death Case: Bombay High Court Directs NCB to Return Bollywood Actress Rhea Chakraborty's Passport. Shantanu Banerjee, ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30 (ANI): This time, the 91st year of Durga Puja at Mudi Ali Club in Kolkata has emphasised the theme of 'Atmashuddhi', which means 'self-purification'. The club highlighted the use of natural elements, such as clay and terracotta, in the pandal's construction, symbolising purity and cultural heritage. Shantanu Banerjee, a Member of the Mudi Ali Club Durga Puja Committee, described the serene and spiritually enriching atmosphere created by the natural m ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Responding to scathing attacks against him by Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar said on Tuesday that he is ready to engage an open debate with the Union Minister. "Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy is indulging only in hit-and-run politics against me. There must be an end to this. Let the media provide a suitable platform. I am ready to hold an open debate with Kumaraswamy," Shiva ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday participated in the Durga Puja celebrations in Delhi's Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) on the occasion of Maha Ashtami. During his visit to CR Park, the Prime Minister visited the Kali Bari temple and offered prayers. Following this, Prime Minister Modi went to the Durga Puja pandal set up at the Kali Mandir by the CR Park Durga Pooja Cooperative Society and paid obeisance to Maa Durga. He also performed 'aarti' of Maa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit the Durga Puja Pandal in Delhi's Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) area on the occasion of Maha Ashtami on Tuesday evening. Upon visit, the Prime Minister will offer prayers at the Durga Puja Pandal set up at the Kali Mandir by the CR Park Durga Pooja Cooperative Society. However, CR Park Durga Pooja Cooperative Society Secretary, Vivek Bhattacharya, said that the development is not confirmed, but a VVIP movement ...Read More >
The festival of Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, will be celebrated on Thursday, October 2, 2025, across the country. The clarification comes after confusion over whether the festival falls on October 1 or October 2 this year. According to the Hindu Panchang, the Dashami tithi begins on October 1 at 7:01 PM and ends on October 2 at 7:10 PM. Since the major portion of the tithi and the auspicious timings fall on October 2, the festival will be observed that day. As per astrologers, the Vi ...Read More >
Lucknow, September 30: On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, the Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has taken women's safety, dignity, and self-reliance to unprecedented heights. Responding to the call of the Women and Child Development Department, Kanya Pujan programs are being organized across Uttar Pradesh on Ashtami and Navami (September 30 and October 1). On Ashtami alone, more than five lakh girls were honored with reverence, while over ...Read More >
Kutch (Gujarat), September 30, 2025, (ANI): The auspicious festival of Sharadiya Navratri is currently being celebrated. In Kutch, Gujarat, people are honouring the festival with Garba dance performances themed around "Operation Sindoor." A large number of devotees participated, donning colourful traditional attire for the occasion. Men, women, and children gathered at the pandal, wearing various costumes as they performed Garba based on the theme. Many participants wore saffron-colored outfits ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) The Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR against a married couple for allegedly hurting and criminally intimidating their neighbour and ordered them to hold a "bhandara" for poor children on Navratra and Diwali. Justice Anish Dayal passed the order on September 19, observing a settlement was reached between the accused persons and the complainant. The court said continuing the case was a "misuse of the process of the court and an unnecessary burden on the state exchequer ...Read More >
Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh): Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri has raised concern over what he described as growing indecency in Garba and Dandiya celebrations during Navratri on Tuesday. He said that while Garba and Dandiya are an important part of Indian tradition, performing them in short clothes, with the wrong intention, or only for making reels and photos does not bring the blessings of Goddess Durga. Hear him speak below : Maharaj explained that Garba should surely be held, but it sho ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi is currently on a tour of South America, the BJP on Tuesday criticised the move, calling it excessive secrecy surrounding the trip. However, Opposition parties have come out in his defence, dismissing the BJP's allegations as politically motivated and baseless. BJP leader Tuhin Sinha questioned the purpose and confidentiality of the visit. Speaking to IANS, he said, "Rahul Gandhi is a strange leader ...Read More >
Jammu, Sept 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha paid his obeisance at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on Tuesday, praying for peace and prosperity in the country and the UT. "Heartfelt greetings to all on the sacred festival of Maha Ashtami. Today, at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, performed worship and rituals and prayed for the happiness, peace, prosperity, and good health of all citizens", the LG said in a post on his X handle.. On day eight of the auspicious nine-day fest ...Read More >
Jammu, Sep 30 (PTI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday paid obeisance at the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district and prayed for peace and prosperity in the Union Territory. The pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district is going on smoothly, with more than 1.35 lakh devotees having paid obeisance at the temple during this Navratri. "Heartfelt greetings to all of yo ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) On the occasion of Maha Ashtmai on Tuesday, 'Kumari Puja (worship of girls as Goddess Durga)' was performed at Belur Math, the headquarters of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission at Belur in Kolkata-adjacent Howrah district, with enthusiasm and devotion of the followers of Shri Ramakrsihna Paramhansa, his wife and spiritual consort, Maa Sarada and disciple Swami Vivekanda. Ardent believers of Swamiji and his philosophy of "Service of God through service of ...Read More >
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