Hindu Festivals News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Devotees gather in big numbers to take part in Mangala aarti at Banaskantha's Ambaji temple
Banaskantha, March 30: Devotees gathered in big numbers to take part in the Mangala aarti at the Ambaji temple in Banaskantha, Gujarat on Day 1 of Chaitra Navratri. As per the tradition, Mata Shailputri is worshipped on the Day 1 of Chaitra Navratri and marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year.
J-K: Large number of devotees gather at Mata Vaishno Devi Mandir on first day of Chaitra Navratri
Katra, March 30: On the first day of Chaitra Navratri, large number of devotees gather to pay obeisance at the Mata Vaishno Devi Mandir in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday morning.
May the spirit of happiness, harmony continue to grow and flourish: PM Modi extend wishes on Ugadi
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of Ugadi which marks the Telugu and Kannada New Year, celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka.
Union Minister JP Nadda extends wishes on occasion of Chaitra Navratri
New Delhi, March 30: Union Health Minister and BJP President JP Nadda extended his wishes on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri. Nadda shared a post on his official 'X' handle and wished to the people of the nation.
PM Modi extends wishes on Navratri, Ugadi, says Best wishes to all countrymen
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of the Navratri festival. He also extended wishes on the occasion of Hindu Nav Varsha (Nav Samvatsar).
UP: Meat shops to remain shut in Varanasi during Navratri, civic body to monitor compliance
Varanasi, March 29: The Varanasi Municipal Corporation has announced that all meat shops in the city will remain closed during the upcoming Navratri festival and that the move, approved by the executive board, will be backed by awareness campaigns and enforcement drives during the festival.
Ayodhya gears up for massive Ram Navami gathering, anticipating millions of devotees
Ayodhya, March 29: The sacred city of Ayodhya is buzzing with heightened preparations as it anticipates an unprecedented surge of devotees for the upcoming Ram Navami celebrations. The revered Ram Navami Mela is slated to commence on March 30, culminating in the grand observance of Ram Navami itself on April 6.
Ram Navami procession routes in Kolkata to be monitored by CCTVs
Kolkata, March 23: Amid experiences of clashes in different pockets in West Bengal over Ram Navami processions in the past, Kolkata Police have decided to bring the routes this year on April 6 under blanket CCTV coverage.
Tragedy casts shadow over Indore's Gair festival, CM junks participation
Indore, March 19: A tragic incident marred the vibrant spirit of Indore's famed Rangpanchami celebration, leading Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav to cancel his participation in the festivities.
BJP to organise 2,000 Ram Navami rallies in Bengal this year: Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata, March 14: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, said on Friday that the state BJP unit will be organising at least 2,000 rallies, big and small combined, on the occasion of Ram Navami this year scheduled on April 6.
Country has seen how forces try to stop Holi, Diwali, obstruct Maha Kumbh: CM Yogi
Gorakhpur, March 14: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated on Friday that the "country has seen how forces try to stop" festivals like Holi and Diwali and "obstruct" events like Maha Kumbh and said "but no one has been able to stop this tradition".
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee attends Dolyatra, Holi Milan Utsav in Kolkata
Kolkata Delhi, March 13: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday attended the Dolyatra and Holi Milan Utsav celebrations in Kolkata.
CM Yogi in Gorakhpur today to join Holi celebrations
New Delhi, March 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Gorakhpur on Thursday to participate in the vibrant Holi celebrations, joining in the Holika Dahan, which will begin from Pandeyhata in the evening.
Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple comes alive with flow of devotees
Kathmandu, February 26: Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple, the revered Hindu pilgrimage site, came alive with devotees and ascetics on Tuesday, the eve of Mahashivaratri.
Lord Shiva is symbol of meditation, renunciation: Lok Sabha Speaker extends Maha Shivratri greetings
New Delhi, February 25: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday extended greetings to the people on the eve of Maha Shivratri, describing Lord Shiva as the symbol of "meditation and renunciation."
Varanasi transforms into 'Mini Maha Kumbh' as thousands of Naga Sadhus arrive ahead of Maha Shivratri
Varanasi, Feb 11: The ancient city of Varanasi is witnessing a spiritual awakening as it prepares to host a wave of Naga Sadhus and saints ahead of Maha Shivratri. Following their participation in the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the revered saints, particularly those from the Panchdashnam Juna Akhara, have now arrived in the city, setting up a vibrant camp along the ghats of the Ganga.
Anil Ambani, Tina Ambani visit Prayagraj for Mahakumbh
Prayagraj, January 26: Industrialist Anil Ambani, along with his wife, former actor Tina Ambani, visited Prayagraj for the ongoing Mahakumbh.
Many best wishes to all countrymen: PM Modi on Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu
New Delhi, Jan 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the various festivals, including Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu, being celebrated across the country on Tuesday.