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Ram Navami celebrations peaceful in Bengal, TMC leaders also participate in processions
Kolkata, April 6: Ram Navami celebrations had been peaceful so far in West Bengal, with Trinamool Congress leaders in their own initiatives having organised processions on the auspicious occasion besides the ones already announced by the state BJP leaders as well as organisations like Anjani Putra Sena and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), among others.
Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations across country amid security measures and protests
New Delhi, March 31: Eid-ul-Fitr, a festival marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan, is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country.
Abu Azmi calls for peaceful Holi, Ramzan Friday prayers
Mumbai, March 13: Maharashtra Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Abu Azmi on Thursday called for harmony and mutual respect as Holi and the Ramzan Friday prayers coincide on March 14, urging people to celebrate with peace.
Amid Holi-Jumma row, cleric calls for peace and harmony
Lucknow, March 13: With Holi and the second Friday of Ramzan coinciding this year, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, a senior Sunni cleric, has issued an advisory urging communal harmony and peaceful celebrations.
Darbhanga Mayor urges two-hour Holi pause for Friday prayers, stirs row
Patna, March 12: Darbhanga Mayor Anjum Ara has sparked controversy by requesting a two-hour pause in Holi celebrations on Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., citing respect for Jumme ki Namaz (Friday prayers).
52 Friday namaz in a year, but only one Holi; remain indoors if uncomfortable: Sambhal CO
Sambhal, March 7: Ahead of the upcoming Holi on March 14, which coincides with the Friday prayers held during the month of Ramzan, Sambhal Circle Officer (CO) Anuj Kumar Chaudhary on Thursday said those uncomfortable with colours should remain indoors as the Hindu festival comes once a year.
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi extend Ramzan wishes to everyone
New Delhi, March 1: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandi Vadra extended Ramzan wishes to everyone, starting from tomorrow.
We are ready with all our preparations: Prayagraj DM outlines arrangements for last 'snan' of Maha Shivratri
Prayagraj, February 26: Ahead of the final 'Snan' on Maha Shivratri on February 26, the Prayagraj District administration has deployed extra forces and ensured better coordination with railway and airport authorities for better management on the last day of Maha Kumbh.
No VIP privileges on Amrit Snan and all major bathing days at Maha Kumbh
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 30: A large number of devotees, along with VIPs and VVIPs, are arriving at the Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip during Maha Kumbh 2025. However, the Yogi government has strictly prohibited VIP protocols on 'Amrit Snan' and other major bathing festivals to ensure an equal and seamless experience for all pilgrims.
Maha Kumbh stampede: PIL in SC seeks action against officials
New Delhi, Jan 30: Following the tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh in which at least 30 people were killed and around 60 others injured, a public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking legal action against authorities and officials for their “negligent conduct”.
Maha Kumbh leaves a lasting impression on foreign spiritual leaders; praise Sanatan Dharma
Prayagraj, January 22: Sharing their experiences about the Maha Kumbh, foreign 'Mahamandaleshwars' praised Sanatan Dharma and also lauded the government for its "incredible" efforts in organising the grand event.
Mahakumbh: Prohibitory orders issued till Feb 28 to maintain law & order
Prayagraj, January 17: Given several festivities and various competitive examinations to be held during the period of the Mahakumbh Mela, 2025, and in order to prevent any possible disruption of law and order in the district, a prohibitory order till February 28 has been passed by the competent authority.