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Meat Shops, Take a Holiday! Yogi Govt Bans Meat Sale Near Religious Sites for Navratri

30 Mar 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, has directed immediate closure of all illegal slaughterhouses and banned the sale of meat within 500 meters of religious places before the nine-day Chaitra Navratri festival. Besides, the government on Sunday also announced a complete ban on the slaughter of...

Varanasi Bans Meat Shops for the First Time During Navratri

29 Mar 2025

For the first time, all meat, fish and poultry shops within the Varanasi municipal limits will be closed throughout Chaitra Navratri, starting Sunday. The decision was cleared by the executive committee of the Varanasi Municipal Corporation, headed by Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari, in a meeting on Thursday, as per The...

Mumbai Cop Shares Heartwarming Video of Woman Honoring Cats as Kanjaks During Navratri

12 Oct 2024

Kumari Puja, also known as Kanya Puja or Kanjak Puja, is a cherished ritual observed during Navratri and Durga Puja. This revered ceremony holds profound significance as it venerates young girls, regarded as living embodiments of Goddess Durga. The practice underscores the importance of feminine energy and purity in Hindu...

Double Celebration: Ashtami and Navami on the Same Day—Get Ready for Kanya Pujan!

09 Oct 2024

Navratri is a vibrant and meaningful festival that celebrates the nine forms of Goddess Durga. In 2024, the festivities will take on a unique significance as the Ashtami and Navami Tithis will occur on the same day. This year, the revered tradition of Kanya Pujan, where young girls are honored...

Healthy and Delicious Samak Rice Dishes for Navratri Fasting

09 Oct 2024

Navratri, a festival dedicated to worshipping Goddess Durga, is celebrated with great devotion across India. During this period, many people observe fasting and follow a specific diet that excludes regular grains like rice, wheat, and lentils. One of the most popular alternatives to rice during fasting is Samak rice, also...

Fasting, feasting, and devotion: Embracing health during Navratri

07 Oct 2024

Navratri, a nine-day festival, holds immense spiritual significance, celebrating the triumph of good over evil. It is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Durga in her nine divine forms, each representing different aspects of feminine power. The festival symbolizes the victory of the goddess over the demon Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of...

When Garba Meets UPSC: Man Dancing With A Book | WATCH

07 Oct 2024

As Navratri celebrations sweep across India, many dance enthusiasts are sharing their joy by participating in Garba events. One video, however, has taken the internet by storm—not just for the dance, but for a unique twist. A man, immersed in his book while performing Garba, has gone viral on social...

Importance of Kanya Puja (Kanya Bhojan) during Navratri

07 Oct 2024

Navratri, one of the most revered Hindu festivals, spans nine nights and is celebrated across India with great devotion. The festival honors the goddess Durga in her nine forms and represents the triumph of good over evil. Among these nine days, *Ashtami* (the eighth day) and *Navami* (the ninth day)...

Students’ Vibrant ‘Aigiri Nandini’ Performance For Navratri Sweeps Over The Internet!

05 Oct 2024

As the auspicious Navratri season commences, the nation is filled with an atmosphere of devotion, joy, and vibrant energy. This nine-day festival, dedicated to the divine feminine, commemorates Goddess Durga's victory over evil, uniting communities in a shared spirit of reverence and enthusiasm. A Heartwarming Performance In a touching display...

Bollywood dandiya-inspired looks to rock this Navratri

04 Oct 2024

Intro-Bollywood has always set the tone for festive fashion, and this Navratri, let these Bollywood dandiya-inspired outfits help you shine as you celebrate with style and grace. Whether you prefer traditional or contemporary looks, these Bollywood divas provide the perfect inspiration for creating stunning dandiya ensembles. 1. Deepika Padukone’s “Ram-Leela”...

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