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Ranchi: The Christian community observed Good Friday with deep solemnity and devotion, as the faithful gathered in churches across the city to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.At St Mary's Cathedral, special prayers and enactments depicting the 'Passion of Christ' drew large crowds, creating an atmosphere of reflection and reverence.Dressed in sombre clothing as a mark of mourning, the community participated in prayer services, sang hymns and observed fast. The enactment of Christ's s ...Read More >
New Delhi: Two miscreants were detained on Thursday, April 2, after they were seen climbing a wall along a mosque and waving a saffron flag during a Hanuman Jayanti procession on Wednesday, April 1, in Delhi's Tughlakabad area. A Shobha Yatra associated with Hanuman Jayanti was passing through the locality at around 1:30 pm when the incident took place. According to local media, the two men climbed onto the shed of the mosque's wazu khana or the ablution area and waved the flag, triggering une ...Read More >
Aizawl, Apr 3 (PTI) Good Friday was observed across Christian-majority Mizoram with deep religious fervour as devotees gathered to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Governor Vijay Kumar Singh and Chief Minister Lalduhoma extended their greetings on the occasion of Good Friday. "Wishing you a peaceful and blessed Good Friday. May this sacred day deepen your faith, fill your heart with abundant grace, and strengthen your spirit. May the divine love and mercy surround you and your love ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Good Friday, emphasising the teachings and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. In a post shared on X, the Prime Minister said, "Good Friday reminds us of Jesus Christ's sacrifice. May this day further deepen the values of harmony, compassion and forgiveness. May brotherhood and hope guide us all." Meanwhile, devotees across India observed Good Friday with solemn prayers and religious processions, marking the crucifixion of ...Read More >
Kohima, Apr 3 (PTI) Nagaland observed Good Friday with solemnity and deep religious devotion, as Christian believers across the state participated in prayer services, fasting, and processions marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Churches across districts held special services where the faithful gathered for prayers, singing hymns, and Bible readings, reflecting on the sacrifice and suffering of Jesus Christ. Many believers also took part in "Way of the Cross" processions, symbolically retr ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) On Good Friday, the Congress expressed hope that the day inspires compassion, peace, and love among people. The party also wished everyone strength and hope on this solemn occasion. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, took to the social media platform X and wrote, "May this Good Friday guide us towards compassion, peace, and love. Wishing everyone hope and strength." Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also shared his message, saying, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday extended his wishes to citizens on the occasion of Good Friday, urging people to embrace compassion, peace, and love. In a post on X, he wrote, "May this Good Friday guide us towards compassion, peace, and love. Wishing everyone hope and strength." Taking part in the observance, NCP-SP leader Supriya Sule also shared a message of reflection and blessings. "On the occasion of #GoodFriday let us pray that we are surrounded ...Read More >
Kolkata: Devotees across India observed Good Friday with solemn prayers and religious processions, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. At the Motherhouse of the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata, devotees gathered to offer prayers and participate in special services conducted to commemorate the day. Meanwhile, in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, thousands of devotees took part in the traditional 'Way of the Cross' procession, a ritual retracing the path of Christ's journey to Calvary. The Way of ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 3 (ANI): Devotees across India observed Good Friday with solemn prayers and religious processions, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. At the Motherhouse of the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata, devotees gathered to offer prayers and participate in special services conducted to commemorate the day. Also Read | Good Friday 2026 Message: PM Narendra Modi Pays Tribute to Jesus Christ's Sacrifice, Calls for Harmony and Compassion in Society. Meanwhile, ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 3 (ANI): Devotees across India observed Good Friday with solemn prayers and religious processions, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. At the Motherhouse of the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata, devotees gathered to offer prayers and participate in special services conducted to commemorate the day. Meanwhile, in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, thousands of devotees took part in the traditional 'Way of the Cross' procession, a ritual retracing the path of Ch ...Read More >
Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 3 (ANI): A grand 51-foot-tall statue of Mahabali Bajrangbali was unveiled at the Janrai Toriya Temple in Chhatarpur on April 2, drawing attention for its scale and craftsmanship. The unveiling marked the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in Chhatarpur. The statue has been made using 171 quintals of Ashtadhatu, a traditional alloy composed of eight metals, often used in the creation of sacred idols in India. The use of Ashtadhatu is considered significant in ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Good Friday, emphasising the teachings and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. In a post shared on X, the Prime Minister said, "Good Friday reminds us of Jesus Christ's sacrifice. May this day further deepen the values of harmony, compassion and forgiveness. May brotherhood and hope guide us all." Meanwhile, devotees across India observed Good Friday with solemn prayers and religious processions, ma ...Read More >
Hyderabad Resident Alert! Dry day in Cyberabad: 10 am-10 pm. Star hotels and clubs stay open. Everyone else, plan ahead. Planning to step out today? Think twice. From Gowliguda to Tadbund, much of Hyderabad shuts down, slows down, or dries up -- here's what you need to know before you leave home. What Is Happening Today, And Where Does It Start? The Sri Veera Hanuman Vijay Yatra kicks off from Gowliguda Ram Mandir at 11:30 am and winds its way to Sri Hanuman Temple in Tadbund, covering roughl ...Read More >
Hanuman Jayanti processions across the Capital passed off smoothly on Thursday, including in Uttam Nagar, where a 26-year-old Hindu man was killed by a Muslim family last month leading to weeks of communal tension, and in Jahangirpuri, where communal clashes broke out in 2022. Minor intervention was reported in Jahangirpuri's E-Block, where around 20 people were removed by police while attempting to enter a restricted area, according to police. In Uttam Nagar, the procession began barely 10 me ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 3: Millions of Christians worldwide are observing Good Friday 2026 today, April 3, marking the solemn commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. As the centerpiece of Holy Week, the day is defined by a transition from the communal Last Supper of Maundy Thursday to the quiet reflection of the Passion, preceding the celebration of Easter Sunday on April 5. In 2026, the observance continues to be characterized by traditional church services, fasting, and the sharing of scriptur ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 2 (PTI) Flight services from the international airport here were suspended for about five hours on Thursday afternoon to make way for the holy 'Painkuni Arattu' of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple here, TIAL said. The flight services were halted around 4.45 pm and resumed at 9 pm after the procession returned to the temple. The airport has been pausing operations and rescheduling flights twice every year for decades to enable the bi-annual centuries-old ceremonial procession ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar here on Thursday appealed to the devotees to celebrate Sri Hanuman Jayanthi peacefully. Speaking after performing puja at Sri Ram Mandir Gowliguda, he said the Hyderabad and Malkajgiri police made elaborate arrangements for the peaceful conduct of the celebrations followed by rallies taken from different places. This year, approximately 168 tributary processions from various parts of the city will join the main rally - 'Sri Veera Hanuman Vij ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) The Delhi Police is on high alert as several Hindu organisations are set to hold processions on Thursday in Uttam Nagar and Jahangirpuri to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti. Heavy security forces have been deployed in both areas to maintain law and order, according to a senior police officer. In Uttam Nagar, the heightened arrangements come in the backdrop of the March 4 murder of a 26-year-old man in the area following a clash between his family and their neighbours in JJ Colony ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: This week, millions of Christians worldwide are preparing to observe Good Friday, a pivotal day of reflection and penance leading up to Easter Sunday. In 2026, Good Friday falls on April 3, marking the anniversary of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Unlike many holidays characterized by celebration, Good Friday is defined by its solemnity, traditionally observed through fasting, church services, and the "Stations of the Cross" processions. The date of Good Friday changes annual ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: As billions of people around the world are preparing to observe Good Friday 2026 on April 3, a common social etiquette question resurfaces: is it appropriate to wish someone a "Happy Good Friday"? Unlike other major holidays on the Christian calendar, such as Christmas or Easter, Good Friday is defined by its somber nature, marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. For those looking to send greetings to friends, colleagues, or family members, understanding the cultural ...Read More >
Hyderabad, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hyderabad Police will make elaborate arrangements for the peaceful conduct of Hanuman Jayanti yatra scheduled on April 2, Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar said on Tuesday. As part of the arrangements for the peaceful conduct of the annual procession, a coordination meeting was conducted by the Police Commissioner with officials and organisers. He said approximately 168 processions are expected to converge on the main yatra. To ensure security, nearly 3,0 ...Read More >
Hyderabad: City police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Tuesday asked the organisers of the 'Sri Veera Hanuman Vijay Yatra' during Hanuman Jayanti on April 2, to ensure that it was peaceful and orderly in the manner of the 'Sri Rama Shobha Yatra' last week. Referring to the recent the police commissioner asked stakeholders to ensure similar peaceful conduct. Speaking at a review meeting here, Sajjanar said 168 tributary processions from across the city were expected to merge with the main rally. A ...Read More >
The Karnataka High Court will hear a petition on Friday regarding an RSS route march in Chittapur. Local groups have opposed the event. The court previously directed the district administration to consider the RSS application. A local organization has urged authorities to deny permission, citing concerns about social media messages. The Karnataka High Court will, on Friday, hear a petition seeking permission for the RSS to hold a path sanchalan (route march) at Chittapur in Kalaburagi district ...Read More >
The Election Commission of India has enforced the Model Code of Conduct in Bihar, directing strict compliance on defacement, misuse of official resources, and advertisements funded by public exchequer. Over 800 flying squads are deployed to ensure swift complaint resolution, with citizens able to report violations via a 24/7 call center and the C-Vigil App. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directions to the Chief Secretary and Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar regarding the imme ...Read More >
Kolkata, Oct 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) With the immersion of major community Durga Puja idols starting from Friday evening after rain largely disrupted the ritual on Thursday, security arrangements have been tightened at all ghats in and around Kolkata. Although immersion started from Thursday on the occasion of Dussehra, the rush for immersion was much less yesterday, with only puja organisers from housing complexes, individual residences, and extremely conservative community Puja organisers going fo ...Read More >
HASSAN: Eight people died and 25 suffered grievous injuries when a speeding truck ploughed through a Ganesh immersion procession in Mosalehosahalli in Karnataka's Hassan district on Friday. The death toll was likely to rise as several of those injured were critical, officials said.Villagers from Mosalehosahalli were holding the procession on one side of the four-laned NH-373. Police had blocked the road while diverting traffic on the other lane. The truck, which had been moving towards Holenaras ...Read More >
Chennai: Blatant violations marked this year's Ganesh Chaturthi idol immersion in Chennai, as towering plaster of Paris (PoP) idols -- still draped in shawls, ornaments, and synthetic dyes -- were lowered into the sea by cranes, flouting Tamil Nadu pollution control board's (TNPCB) eco-friendly guidelines and exposing poor enforcement of high court directions.The immersion processions began as early as 10am, and by Sunday night, more than 2,000 idols had been immersed across the city. Nearly 17, ...Read More >
COIMBATORE: A total of 1,388 Lord Ganesh idols were immersed in various waterbodies in Coimbatore district on Friday.More than 400 idols installed by various right-wing organizations in Coimbatore city were immersed in Kurichi tank, Singanallur tank, Kuniyamuthur tank and Vellakinaru tank. The highest number of idols were immersed in Vellakinaru tank, with a total of 128 idols while 83 idols were immersed in Kurichi tank.The city police permitted the installation of 725 Ganesh idols and deployed ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 28 (PTI) Nearly 600 Ganesh idols have been immersed till Thursday afternoon in Mumbai, the metropolis' civic body said. During the 10-day festival, a large number of devotees immerse idols after one-and-half days as well as on the fifth and seventh days, a Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) official said, adding no untoward incident has been reported during this process from the city so far. "A total of 583 'one-and-half-days' Ganpati idols were immersed in the sea, other wat ...Read More >
MUMBAI: After the transfer of Mahadevi, an elephant belonging to a Jain shrine in Kolhapur, to Vantara, an animal rescue and rehabilitation initiative by the Reliance Foundation in Jamnagar, those who were unwilling to let go staged a march on Sunday. Thousands of locals and leaders from the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Kolhapur marched for 45 km from the shrine to the collector's office, demanding that Mahadevi be brought back, following which CM Devendra Fadnavis said he would hold a meeting on ...Read More >
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