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Chaitra Navratri has kicked off with fervor, filling homes with prayers and devotion to Ma Durga's nine forms. Bhojpuri sensation Akshara Singh marked the occasion by sending Navratri wishes and...
The air buzzes with devotion as Chaitra Navratri unfolds nationwide, and Tanishaa Mukerji chose to celebrate by seeking blessings at Assam's revered Kamakhya Devi Temple. The actress turned to social...
As Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Eid, and Chaitra Navratri dawn simultaneously, actor Sunil Lahri delivers a powerful reminder of India's unbreakable spirit. From Mumbai, the Ramayan star shared an...
Navratri is a Sacred Festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, Celebrated With Devotion, Fasting, and Rituals. The Morning Hours are Considered Highly AusPicious during this period, Making them Ideal for...
The fifth day of Chaitra Navratri honors Maa Skandamata, embodiment of intellect and shield against adversities. On March 22, temples across the nation come alive with fervor, offering devotees a...
Chaitra Navratri brings devotion and discipline, with millions fasting to honor Maa Durga. But fasting smartly is key to staying energized. Enter sabudana—the fasting favorite that's light on the...
Uttar Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak made a poignant pilgrimage to the ancient Baglamukhi Mata Temple in Nalkheda, Agar Malwa, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. With his spouse by his...
On the third day of Chaitra Navratri, Delhi's Kalkaji and Jhandewalan temples became epicenters of devotion, accommodating huge crowds with remarkable efficiency that left worshippers impressed....
The nine-day spectacle of Chaitra Navratri transforms temples nationwide into hubs of devotion, with each day honoring a unique avatar of Maa Jagdamba. Marking the third day is Maa Chandraghanta,...
India's vibrant Chaitra Navratri kicked off on March 19, drawing millions into nine days of fervent prayers to Goddess Durga's nine forms. Beyond the rituals, a key highlight this year is the...
Chaitra Navratri kicks off a spiritual extravaganza, with millions observing fasts and chanting hymns to invoke Maa Durga's power. Amid the fervor, the Durga Kavach stands out as a cornerstone of...
In the heart of Maihar, Chaitra Navratri's second day unfolded like a divine spectacle at Maa Sharda Temple. Draped in vibrant blue robes and bedecked with golden ornaments, the mother goddess...
On Chaitra Navratri's second day, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga became a sea of humanity. Devotees queued up overnight, braving the chill, all to catch a glimpse of Baba Mahakal's mesmerizing...
As Chaitra Navratri progresses, Saturday marks the vibrant third day, celebrated as Gangaaur in Rajasthan and surrounding regions. This festival honors the divine union of Shiva and Parvati,...
Delhi's Jhandewalan Temple transformed into a sea of saffron on Thursday, the second day of Chaitra Navratri, drawing massive crowds since dawn. Pilgrims queued up from 4 AM, their faces lit with...
In a dazzling display of art and awareness, Uttar Pradesh's government schools kicked off Chaitra Navratri with Mission Shakti's latest phase. Precisely 2.33 lakh students across basic schools and...
Uttarakhand's leader Pushkar Singh Dhami ushered in the Hindu New Year, Vikram Samvat, with warm greetings to all citizens from Dehradun. On this sacred day coinciding with Chaitra Navratri, he...
Thursday, March 19, ushers in a nationwide fiesta as Hindu New Year arrives under varied names and customs. North India launches into Chaitra Navratri's devotional fervor, while Gudi Padwa energizes...
In a momentous occasion coinciding with Vasanta Navratri's outset, President Droupadi Murmu graced Ayodhya's Ram Mandir for the pran pratishtha of the Shri Ram Yantra. The city pulsed with bhakti...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to diverse regions of India with tailored greetings for their regional New Year festivities—Chaitra Navratri in the north, Ugadi in the south, and Gudi Padwa...
A wave of jubilation sweeps India today with multiple New Year festivals igniting cultural fervor nationwide. From Maharashtra's Gudi Padwa to Andhra Pradesh's Ugadi, Telangana's same, Sindhi Cheti...
In a touching video message marking Rajasthan Day, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma conveyed sincere felicitations to the people of Rajasthan and those living far away. He spoke passionately about how...
The capital transformed into a sea of saffron on Thursday as Chaitra Navratri commenced, igniting waves of enthusiasm across Delhi's historic Devi temples. Kalka Ji and Jhandewalan Mandirs saw an...
The first day of Chaitra Navratri witnessed an overwhelming surge of devotees at the iconic Vaishno Devi temple in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Bhakti's infectious energy enveloped the hills as pilgrims...
The first day of Chaitra Navratri brought temples nationwide to life, none more so than Maa Baglamukhi in Madhya Pradesh and Naina Devi in Himachal Pradesh. Bhakts rose before sunrise, queuing up...
As India embraces the vibrant Chaitra Navratri, a constellation of top leaders has flooded social media with warm wishes, praying for a year brimming with divine blessings. The festival, dedicated to...
Chaitra Navratri kicks off a nine-day spiritual extravaganza dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Each Navdurga comes with a distinctive vehicle, mirroring her unique traits and cosmic...
As Chaitra Navratri unfolds its second chapter on this blessed Friday, millions turn their gaze to Maa Brahmacharini, the epitome of penance and wisdom in the Navdurga pantheon. Her worship promises...
As Chaitra Navratri kicks off on Thursday, March 19, Delhi's Kalkaji Temple is fully prepared to welcome thousands of devotees with enhanced security and crowd management protocols. Speaking to the...
India gears up for Chaitra Navratri starting March 19, with Devi temples adorned in festive glory. Amid the celebrations, Odisha's Maa Hingula Temple reveals a captivating link to the world-famous...
The vibrant festival of Chaitra Navratri dawns on March 19, inviting millions to immerse in the worship of Adi Shakti. From Thursday through the ninth day, households will echo with chants and aartis...
Jharkhand's Rankini Devi Temple, perched along the Kapadgiri Ghat roadside near Jamshedpur, is gearing up for Chaitra Navratri starting March 19. Known as a powerful Siddha Peeth, it honors Goddess...
In the heart of Odisha's spiritual landscape lies the Tara-Tarini Temple, a twin shrine perched on Kumari Peak overlooking the Rushikulya River. Renowned as a premier Shakti Peeth and tantric center,...
With Chaitra Navratri on the horizon, India's spiritual fervor peaks as worshippers honor Durga's nine forms. But beyond the grand celebrations, a clandestine cult thrives in Ujjain's Bhairavgadh...
In the heart of Uttar Pradesh, Ayodhya is ramping up for one of its biggest religious celebrations: Chaitra Navratri from March 19 to 27, featuring Ram Navami. Officials held high-level discussions...
Sambhal District Magistrate (DM) Rajinder Pensiya on Saturday informed that 'Ramcharitmanas' and 'Ramayana' recitations will be held during Ashtami and Navami of the Chaitra Navratri. Speaking to...
Palamu's Haidernagar Devi Dham is alive with the fervor of Chaitra Navratri, attracting droves of pilgrims to its sacred grounds. To handle the overwhelming attendance, authorities have bolstered...
In a vibrant commemoration of the Hindu New Year at Ranchi, the RSS hosted an impressive event drawing nearly 500 participants from diverse backgrounds. Volunteers, mothers, thinkers, and respected...
Chaitra Navratri brings millions of fasting enthusiasts seeking spiritual renewal through Maa Durga's blessings. But fasting smartly is key to avoiding lethargy, and sabudana khichdi stands out as...
Chaitra Navratri kicks off the Hindu New Year with nine days of fasting, prayers, and vibrant celebrations. Amid the fervor, Durva grass emerges as a star player in pujas, offered to Maa Durga and...
The vibrant festival of Chaitra Navratri is in full swing, with millions honoring Maa Durga through rituals and fasts. A standout tradition? Offering jaggery, deemed most beloved by the goddess,...
The auspicious Chaitra Navratri began on March 19, drawing millions into fervent prayers to Goddess Durga. While temples overflow with offerings, scriptures single out the pomegranate as her absolute...
Chaitra Navratri begins March 19, marking the vibrant start of spring festivities honoring Maa Durga. Devotees meticulously prepare offerings, mindful of taboos like avoiding ordinary tulsi in...