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Tamannaah Bhatia's 'Odela 2' to hit theatres in April

Mumbai, March 22: The supernatural thriller 'Odela 2', starring Tamannaah Bhatia, has received a release date.

Greatest seva Is towards parents: Preity Zinta shares lessons from her Maha Kumbh trip

Mumbai, March 2: Bollywood actor Preity Zinta recently visited the Maha Kumbh and later traveled to Varanasi to celebrate Mahashivratri with her mother.

Had the guts to molest, record videos: Union MoS approaches police after daughter harassed during procession in Maharashtra's Jalgaon

Jalgaon, March 2: Raksha Khadse, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Youth Affairs and Sports, on Sunday approached the police and lodged a complaint after her daughter was allegedly molested during a religious procession in Maharashtra's Jalgaon on February 28.

Lara Dutta drops glimpses from her Nepal visit: A country that's been on my wish list

Mumbai, March 2: Lara Dutta flew off to Nepal for some me time. The 'Chalo Dilli' actress took to her official IG and dropped a few snippets from her visit to the country which has been on her wishlist for a long time.

Maha: One arrested in harassment case of Union Minister's daughter, hunt on for 6 others

Muktainagar (Maharashtra), March 2: Jalgaon Police on Sunday confirmed the arrest of one of the seven accused involved in the harassment of Union Minister of State Raksha Khadse's daughter and several other girls during a yatra in Kothali village in Muktainagar.

If my own daughter is not safe, what about others: Union Minister Raksha Khadse

Muktainagar (Maharashtra), March 2: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse on Sunday demanded strict action against miscreants who harassed her daughter and several other girls during a yatra in Kothali village, Jalgaon.

Himachal: Huge crowds gather for first-ever grand international cultural parade in Mandi

Mandi, March 2: Artists from various countries participated in the grand international cultural parade during the week-long International Mahashivratri Fair in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi.

Lara Dutta's first Nepal trip includes a visit to a Tibetan Buddhist monastery

Mumbai, Feb 28: Lara Dutta is currently in Nepal and during her trip, she paid a visit to the Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery.

Himachal CM inaugurates International Shivratri Mahotsav Mandi 2025

Shimla, February 27: The week-long International Shivratri Mahotsav-2025 of Mandi commenced on Thursday with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu formally inaugurating the festivities at the historic Paddal Ground in Mandi.

Shivakumar says he went to Isha Foundation for Shivratri festival

Bengaluru, Feb 27: Responding to the controversy surrounding his visit to the Isha Foundation and sharing a platform with Union Minister Amit Shah on the occasion of Mahashivratri, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar asserted that no matter how many people raise questions, he is not bothered, as it is a matter of personal belief.

Himachal: Mandi's Maha Shivratri begins amidst congregation of 200 deities

Mandi, Feb 27: The week-long International Shivratri Mahotsav commenced on Thursday with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu inaugurating festivities in this Himachal Pradesh historical town, popularly known as 'Chhoti Kashi', amidst a congregation of over 200 hill gods and goddesses.

Tamannaah Bhatia reveals her Thursday mood

Mumbai, Feb 27: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia seems not in a happy mood, going by her T-shirt caption.

Hope it will give us new energy: Madhya Pradesh CM on President Murmu's visit to state

Indore, February 27: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed his joy over President Draupadi Murmu's visit to the state, where she attended a programme at Bageshwar Dham.

Maha Shivratri tragedy: 5 youths drown in Ganga river in Bihar, three bodies recovered

Patna, Feb 27: Tragedy struck on the occasion of Maha Shivratri as five youths drowned in the Ganges river at Collectorate Ghat under Gandhi Maidan police station here on Wednesday evening.

Gautam Adani shares a glimpse of Lord Shiva worship at home on Maha Shivratri

New Delhi, Feb 26: On the occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday across the country, everyone from common people to prominent personalities worshipped Lord Shiva in their own ways. Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani gave a glimpse of the worship of Lord Shiva at his home.

Bihar: Governor Arif Mohammed Khan witnesses 'Shiv Barat' procession in Patna

Patna, February 26: Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan witnessed the 'Shiv Barat' procession in Patna on the occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday.

Lara Dutta prays at Pashupatinath Temple on Maha Shivratri

Mumbai, February 26: As the nation celebrates the sacred occasion of Maha Shivratri, several B-town celebs have also joined in the festivities.

Isha Maha Shivratri festival is a Maha Kumbh of devotion: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Coimbatore, February 26: The Maha Shivratri festival was held on a grand scale on Wednesday at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who attended as the special guest, praised the "Isha Maha Shivratri festival as a Maha Kumbh of devotion".

Prayagraj: 15.3 million devotees take holy dip at Sangam until 8 pm as Mahakumbh conlcudes on Maha Shivratri

Prayagraj, February 26: Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar said that until 8 pm, 1.53 crore (15.3 million) people took holy dip at the Mahakumbh on Wednesday.

Over 6.67 lakh devotees visit Kashi Vishwanath Dham on Maha Shivratri

Varanasi, February 26: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham witnessed an overwhelming footfall on Tuesday, with 6,67,855 devotees visiting the revered temple for darshan till 7:00 PM on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.

Lok Sabha Speaker calls for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society

New Delhi, February 26: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday called for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society, an official statement said.

Amit Shah lauds Sadhguru's 'Save Soil campaign' for his efforts to save environment

Coimbatore, February 26: On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday evening lauded Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev for his efforts to safeguard the environment through the initiative 'Save Soil campaign', which focuses on the soil crisis while attempting to improve its health.

I apologise for being unable to speak the world's oldest language, Tamil: Shah at Isha Foundation's Mahashivratri celebrations

Coimbatore, February 26: Amid the alleged Hindi imposition row in Tamil Nadu, Union Home Minister Amit Shah here on Wednesday "apologised" for not being able to speak the "world's oldest language."

Home Minister has done in some ways what Sardar Patel did...: Sadhguru lauds Amit Shah during Shivratri celebrations at Isha Foundation

Coimbatore, February 26: Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has hailed Home Minister Amit Shah's efforts to strengthen national unity, saying that the situation in Jammu and Kashmir had almost returned to normal and the menace of terrorism was being effectively tackled.

From Kareena Kapoor to Akshay Kumar: B-town celebs mark Maha Shivratri with spiritual posts

Mumbai, February 26: As the entire nation celebrates the holy occasion of Maha Shivratri, B-town celebs, including Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, Kareena Kapoor, and others, have wished their fans on the special occasion.

Nitish Kumar participates in Maha Shivratri celebrations in Patna

Patna, Feb 26: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar participated in the Maha Shivratri Shobha Yatra welcome celebrations near the Khajpura Shiv Temple in Patna on Wednesday.

Mouni Roy treats us with glimpses of her spiritual journey this Maha Shivratri

Mumbai, Feb 26: Actress Mouni Roy decided to wish netizens on Maha Shivratri by dropping glimpses from her spiritual journey on social media.

Rajasthan BJP chief offers prayers at Shri Bhuteshwar Mahadev Temple

Jaipur, Feb 26: Rajasthan BJP chief Madan Rathore on Wednesday offered prayers to Lord Shiva at Shri Bhuteshwar Mahadev Temple in Vidyadhar Nagar here on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah attends Maha Shivratri celebrations at Isha Foundation

Coimbatore, February 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the Maha Shivratri celebrations at Isha Centre in Coimbatore in the presence of Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev.

Maha Shivratri misforture: Five youths drown in Godavari river in Andhra, bodies recovered

Amaravati, Feb 26: Five youths drowned in the Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district on Wednesday morning as they entered the waters to take a bath ahead of prayers on Maha Shivratri, officials said, adding that all the bodies have been recovered.

Tamannaah Bhatia offers prayers to Lord Shiva during Maha Shivratri

Mumbai, Feb 26: Tamannaah Bhatia celebrated the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri by offering prayer to Lord Shiva. The clip shared by the diva on her Instagram handle shows her doing tilak on the shivling as part of the puja.

Ganesh Acharya and Varun Dhawan pay tribute to Lord Shiva with song 'Shivoham'

Mumbai, Feb 26: In a heartfelt tribute to Lord Shiva, choreographer Ganesh Acharya, Shushant Thamke, and actor Varun Dhawan have collaborated on the powerful song “Shivoham.”

Diksha Dhami reveals she was born on Maha Shivratri: Share a special connection with Lord Shiva

Mumbai, Feb 26: As the entire nation celebrates Maha Shivratri on Wednesday, the team of "Badi Haveli Ki Chhoti Thakurain" also performed a Rudra Abhishek on the set of their show.

Raghav Juyal seeks blessings at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga on Maha Shivratri

Mumbai, Feb 26: Actor Raghav Juyal, who was recently seen in 'Kill', is celebrating Maha Shivratri with deep devotion as he paid a visit to the sacred Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Trimbak, Maharashtra, to offer his prayers.

Bhagyashree celebrates Maha Shivratri at Brahmakumaris with 15ft shivling made of 4000 coconut shells

Mumbai, Feb 26: Actress Bhagyashree celebrated Maha Shivratri in a unique and divine manner at the Brahmakumaris.

Devotees flock to temples across India for grand Mahashivratri celebrations

New Delhi, Feb 26: Mahashivratri, one of the most revered festivals in the Hindu calendar, is being celebrated across India with immense fervour and devotion. This sacred occasion, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is observed on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of Phalguna (falling between February and March) according to the Hindu lunar calendar.

May Lord Shiva's divine energy inspire us to love and respect all living creatures, big or small, says Sadaa

Chennai, Feb 26: Actress Sadaa, who was a top actress in both the Tamil and Telugu film industries before turning a wildlife photographer, has, on the occasion of Maha Shivratri, expressed a wish for Lord Shiva's divine energy to inspire people to love and respect all living creatures, big or small and live in harmony with nature.

Ahmedabad: Devotees hold grand 6.25 km long Nagar Shobha Yatra of Goddess Bhadrakali on Maha Shivratri

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