In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees
As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you
The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts
Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.
Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world
On the first day of Chhath Puja, devotees gathered at Patliputra Ghat in Patna to perform sacred rituals, take a holy dip in the Ganga, and prepare offerings for the Sun God.
In a recent viral video from Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple, devotees were seen drinking water dripping from an elephant spout, mistaking it for holy water or ‘Charan Amrit.’ The water was actually discharge from the temple’s air conditioning system, sparking debate on faith and scientific awareness.
Haridwar’s Chandi Ghat prepares to host the eighth annual Ganga Utsav, celebrating the River Ganga’s cultural, spiritual, and ecological importance. This year’s festival features a unique Women’s River Rafting Campaign, cultural performances, and new conservation initiatives, including the reintroduction of Mahseer fish.
The sacred portals of Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples in Uttarakhand were closed on Bhai Dooj, marking the end of this year’s pilgrimage season. Thousands of devotees gathered for the Vedic ceremonies as the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Yamuna were taken to their winter abodes.
The recent discovery of two rare snake species in Dudhwa National Park, including the Painted Keelback and a brown morph vine snake, underscores the region's rich biodiversity, exciting conservationists and researchers.
Indira Gandhi is remembered for her strong leadership and efforts to modernise India, her tenure was also marred by controversies for taking strong decisions including the declaration of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977
The Chief Priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, announces extensive preparations for this year's Deepotsav, marking a special occasion following the consecration of Ram Lalla, with plans for world record attempts to light 2.5 million diyas.
Indira Gandhi is remembered for her strong leadership and efforts to modernise India, her tenure was also marred by controversies for taking strong decisions including the declaration of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977
30 October,2024 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Chief Priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, announces extensive preparations for this year's Deepotsav, marking a special occasion following the consecration of Ram Lalla, with plans for world record attempts to light 2.5 million diyas.
30 October,2024 11:01 AM IST | AyodhyaFor many, Diwali is a time to seek blessings, express gratitude, and start afresh. The festival is often seen as an opportunity to reflect on one’s journey, appreciate loved ones, and welcome new beginnings
28 October,2024 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBuying gold on Dhanteras has been a long-standing tradition in Hindu culture. Gold is not only a symbol of wealth but also of divine blessings
28 October,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe iconic Taj Mahal is shrouded in heavy haze as Agra’s air quality dips, leaving tourists disappointed with limited visibility. Visitors share concerns over the increase in pollution from traffic and industrial growth, impacting the experience of viewing the world-famous monument.
27 October,2024 02:53 PM IST | AgraADVERTISEMENT
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, urged citizens to strengthen the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' campaign this Diwali by supporting local businesses. Citing technological achievements like the MACE Observatory in Ladakh, he emphasised self-reliance as India’s new driving force.
27 October,2024 02:34 PM IST | New Delhi
As Diwali approaches, Guwahati markets are filled with people buying traditional oil lamps. Traders report higher diya prices this year, but expect sales to rise. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared scenes from Lakshmi Puja festivities at Bijni Lakshmi Mandir.
24 October,2024 11:09 AM IST | Guwahati
On the day of Dhanteras 2024, devotees must perform Lakshmi Puja in the 'Pradosh Kaal' as the 'Sthir Lagna' arrives around this time. 'Sthir' means to remain still or fixed. It is believed that if the Puja is conducted during this auspicious time, Goddess Lakshmi stays in the house, bringing prosperity and wealth in the family
23 October,2024 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The main day of Diwali, known as Lakshmi Puja or Badi Diwali, falls on the third day, when homes and temples are illuminated with diyas (oil lamps), candles, and lights to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity
22 October,2024 03:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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In a pleasant surprise , Chinese Journalist Zhu Jingjing also named as Meera from China Media Group who works in the Hindi service stunned all singing Bollywood songs. She hopes for India and China's relationship to get better in the near future. Speaking with ANI, Meera said, 'My Indian name is Meera because normally Indians can't remember my Chinese name. So mostly I tell my indian friends that my name is Meera. I work in the China Media Group and in our group, programs are made in around 80 different languages. I work in Hindi services'.Speaking on the influence of Bollywood in China, Meera said, "Before the year 2019, Indian films like Dangal were very popular in China. Dangal's box office collection in China was more than that of India. Films like Secret Superstar and Bajrangi Bhaijaan are very popular in China and the song 'Ye Aakhein Khuli Ho Ya Ho Band' is very popular in China, whether old age or young age, everyone listens to it and likes it very much".
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