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1. Karnataka HC declines to interfere with government's invitation to Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara 2025 The High Court of Karnataka on September 15 declined to interfere with the State Government's decision to invite writer and activist Banu Mushtaq, whose collection of Kannada short stories translated to English won the international Booker award 2025, to inaugurate the Mysuru Dasara festival, which begins on September 22. A division bench passed the order while dismissing petitio ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi government will soon begin clearing pending electric vehicle (EV) subsidy dues amounting to about ₹140 crore, officials said on Monday as per PTI. Transport Minister Pankaj Singh confirmed that the department will verify all subsidy applications to resolve the backlog, which has piled up over the past two years. "The process of identifying eligible beneficiaries has already started," an official said. A dedicated portal for clearing dues is also being prepared. The develop ...Read More >
Udupi: Udupi's temple town was steeped in festivity on Monday as the annual Krishna Leelotsava, popularly known as Vitla Pindi, transformed Car Street into a vibrant spectacle of devotion. Under clear skies, thousands of devotees thronged Sri Krishna Mutt to seek darshan and participate in the celebrations. The day began with annadana initiated by Paryaya Sri Puttige Mutt seers -- Sri Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji and Sri Sushreendra Theertha Swamiji -- who served prasadam to devotees after the P ...Read More >
Ajmer: The observance of paying homage to ancestors in the Hindu faith is known as Shradh Paksha. This period is dedicated to performing Shradh rituals and acts of charity for departed souls for salvation. While Tirthraj Guru Pushkar attracts countless pilgrims throughout the year, its significance intensifies during Shradh Paksha, drawing a large number of devotees for ancestral ceremonies not only from Rajasthan but from other states and abroad as well. For those unable to travel, Hindus fro ...Read More >
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Monday dismissed three petitions opposing the state government's decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the Mysuru Dasara festival. One of the petitions had been filed by BJP MP Pratap Simha. A division bench of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C M Joshi ruled that there was no legal bar on inviting a person of another faith to preside over a state function. The judges added that the petitioner's constitutional and ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Karnataka High Court on Monday took up the petition submitted by former BJP MP Pratap Simha seeking a stay on the Congress-led government's decision to have Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq inaugurate the historic festival. The matter is being heard by the bench headed by Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru. Senior counsel Sudarshan is presenting arguments in favour of Pratap Simha. The counsel submitted that there is a tradition of paying floral tributes to Goddes ...Read More >
JAIPUR: Seven of a family, including two children, died after the car they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged into a deep, rainwater-filled pit along Jaipur Ring Road early Sunday."Prima facie, it appears the car was speeding and being driven drowsily. The driver lost control of the car, which crashed into the divider, slipped through a 20ft-wide passage, falling 16ft into a water- filled underpass," a cop said.Shivdaspura SHO Surendra Saini identified the victims as Ram Raj Vai ...Read More >
Durga Puja is not just a festival in India; it is an incredible exhibition of arts, worship and community. In Kolkata and Delhi, the celebrations are enacted with distinct tastes, in terms of huge artistic pandals and traditional rituals. This is a list of the most suitable areas where you can observe this colourful festival to its full glory. The city becomes an art gallery in Kolkata. One of the most recognisable places is the College Square, whose golden lakeside pandal and light reflections ...Read More >
Jaipur: Seven of a family, including two children, died after the car they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged into a deep, rainwater-filled underpass along Jaipur Ring Road early Sunday."We are probing the case. Prima facie, it appears that the car was speeding and was being driven drowsily. The driver lost control of the vehicle, which crashed into the divider, slipped through a 20ft-wide passage, falling 16ft below into a water-filled underpass," a cop said. Police suspect the ...Read More >
Lucknow: This Durga Puja, you can relive the spiritual splendor of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.Months after the world's biggest religious congregation, an iconic Durga Puja pandal of Latouche Road Puja Sangsad Society is set to bring the Kumbh Mela experience to life, transporting visitors to the sacred grounds, vibrant tents, and revered akharas.As Pitra Paksh enters its final lap and Matri Paksha, the sacred period dedicated to the Goddess beckons, the city's Durga Puja pandals are abuzz ...Read More >
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Assam, which concluded on Sunday, marked a striking departure from the Hindu nationalist imagery that has often defined his public appearances. This time, there were no chants of "Jai Sri Ram," cow-feeding rituals, or temple visits. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Instead, Modi focused on infrastructure and economic projects worth over Rs 19,000 crore, signaling a strategic shift toward d ...Read More >
Hassan (Karnataka): A Ganpati visarjan procession turned into a scene of horror in Hassan district on Friday evening when a speeding truck ploughed into devotees, leaving at least eight people dead and several others seriously injured. The tragedy occurred in Mosale Hosalli village between 8 pm and 8:45 pm, when villagers and students were participating in the final rituals of the Ganesh festival. Viral Video Captures Horrifying Scenes A viral video of the incident shows the truck recklessly s ...Read More >
Vijil, a native of West Hill, had gone missing on March 24, 2019, after leaving home in the morning. Kerala Police traced his mobile activity to Sarovaram Park until 2 pm that day and registered a missing person case. Police on Friday recovered skeletal remains suspected to be those of a 35-year-old man allegedly buried by his friends in 2019 after they claimed he died of a drug overdose. Vijil, a native of West Hill, had gone missing on March 24, 2019, after leaving home in the morning. Polic ...Read More >
Puri, Sep 2 (UNI) The Sri Jagannath Temple administration has lodged a criminal complaint against a commercial web portal, India Thrills, for allegedly cheating devotees by accepting money to facilitate darshan and puja inside the temple. Temple Security Officer Hemant Padhi filed the complaint at the Cyber Police Station, accusing the portal of offering paid services for priority darshan as well as special rituals such as Tulasi Daan Puja, Manasik Puja, and Abhishek Puja. ...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 >
Kerala Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan on Sunday made it clear that Bindu Ammini, one of the women activists who entered into the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in 2019, will not be invited to take part in the upcoming Global Ayyappa Sangamam. While talking to a television channel, the minister said there was no need for her to take part in the event being organised by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) in association with the state government. "She won't be allowed to take part in the Ayyappa Sanga ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Aug 29 (Maxim News): As August 2025 comes to an end, the month of September is set to begin with a series of vibrant festivals and important occasions. This month marks the end of Bhadrapada and the beginning of Ashwayuja in the Hindu calendar. Along with major cultural and religious celebrations, September will also bring several holidays. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp September 2 - Ram Dev Jayanti, celebrated mainly in Rajasthan, this day honors Saint Ramdevji. Special pujas are hel ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 1 (PTI) Travancore Devaswom Board president P S Prasanth on Monday said the temple body will try to convince the Supreme Court about the rituals and customs of the Sabarimala shrine. "Everybody knows about the rituals and customs of Sabarimala. We will try to convince the Supreme Court about this. We have to consult with legal experts, and we will do whatever we can in this regard," Prasanth told reporters here, responding to a query. He added that the board would seek ...Read More >
Mysuru: Senior JD(S) leader and Chamundeshwari MLA GT Devegowda on Tuesday defended the decision to invite International Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate this year's Dasara festival, stating that objections to her selection are unnecessary.Devegowda told reporters, "If Banu Mushtaq has faith in Goddess Chamundeshwari, she will attend the inauguration. If not, she may choose not to. Either way, raising objections to her selection is not appropriate." He recalled that in previous yea ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A major controversy has broken out in Karnataka over the state government's decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author and social activist Banu Mushtaq, a Muslim, to inaugurate the Mysuru Dasara celebrations, a festival with deep-rooted religious and cultural significance. This move has sparked major political backlash and drawn responses from the Mysuru royal family. The debate began when Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that Banu Mushtaq would inaugurate this yea ...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 Russi ...Read More >
Raigad: When we think of the coastal Konkan, the pomp and show of Ganesh Chaturthi comes to mind. A familiar picture comes to mind of Lord Ganesh arriving in every house, the chanting of the 'aartis', the beating of drums and cymbals and the worship of Lord Ganesh that happens every day and night. But there is a unique village in Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district in Maharashtra where all these traditions are reversed. In this Sale village, no Ganesh idol is installed in any of the 125 houses. D ...Read More >
Mysuru, Aug 28 (PTI) Expressing "deep dismay" over the controversies surrounding the Dasara celebrations this year, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family on Thursday termed Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's statement that Chamundi Hill which houses the famous Chamundeshwari Temple and the Goddess there, were not the property of Hindus alone, as "insensitive". Shivakumar on Tuesday said Chamundi Hill and Goddess Chamundeshwari belonged to every religion, and it was not t ...Read More >
Ganesh Chaturthi, a major festival in India, will be observed on August 27, 2025. School closures on this day vary across the country, depending on state government decisions and individual school policies. Ganesh Chaturthi, the colourful festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, will be observed on Wednesday, 27 August 2025. Known for its grand pujas, lively processions, and family gatherings, the festival holds a special place in many parts of India. Naturally, students and parents are ...Read More >
Lalbaugcha Raja 2025: The much-awaited first look of Lalbaugcha Raja has been revealed, sparking excitement across Mumbai ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. This iconic Ganesh idol known as the King of Lalbaug continues to attract millions of devotees each year symbolizing faith, devotion and cultural unity. First Look of Lalbaugcha Raja 2025 The idol of Lalbaugcha Raja was revealed On August 24, showing Lord Ganesha seated beautifully on his grand throne. The divine presence of Lord Gane ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], August 26: In the sanctified atmosphere of the NSCI Dome, Worli, Mumbai, seekers from across the globe have gathered to immerse themselves in the sacred tide of Paryushan Mahaparva 2025. This most venerated festival of the Jain tradition commenced on 20th August, and over the course of eight transformative days, it is uniting aspirants in a profound journey of devotion, reflection, and inner elevation. With the blessings of Param Krupalu Dev and under the compassionate ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 26: In the sanctified atmosphere of the NSCI Dome, Worli, Mumbai, seekers from across the globe have gathered to immerse themselves in the sacred tide of Paryushan Mahaparva 2025. This most venerated festival of the Jain tradition commenced on 20th August, and over the course of eight transformative days, it is uniting aspirants in a profound journey of devotion, reflection, and inner elevation. With the blessings of Param Krupalu Dev and under the compassionate guida ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 26: In the sanctified atmosphere of the NSCI Dome, Worli, Mumbai, seekers from across the globe have gathered to immerse themselves in the sacred tide of Paryushan Mahaparva 2025. Also Read | Smartphone Launches in September 2025: From iPhone 17 Series to Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Lava AGNI 4, Know Specifications and Other Details of Upcoming Smartphones Next Month. This most venerated festival of the Jain tradition commenced on 20th August, and over the course of eig ...Read More >
Onam 2025 is approaching, celebrating King Mahabali's return with vibrant festivities. Kerala transforms into a spectacle of flower carpets, boat races, and grand feasts. The festival blends tradition with modern expressions through wishes, messages, and social media statuses. It emphasizes community, joy, and the spirit of sharing during this auspicious time. The auspicious Onam festival is round the corner, which honours King Mahabali, the benevolent ruler who returns every year to check in o ...Read More >
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