Navratri

Navratri 2023: Top 5 Best dandiya events and parties to join in India

The Navratri season is on, and the celebrations are beginning across the nation, especially in Gujarat and Maharashtra. Here are the top 5 dandiya events and parties in Maharashtra to join

Durga Ashtami 2023: Importance, customs, greetings to send your loved ones

The Panchang says that the Durga Ashtami 2023 Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month will begin on March 28 at 7:02 p.m. and end on March 29 at 9:07 pm

Police denies permission for Ram Yatra, Ramadan prayers in Jahangirpuri

An official order signed by the Assistant Commissioner of Police, HQ, Northwest district, issued on Monday, stated that the permission was denied for the Shree Ram Bhagwan Pratima Yatra.

Chaitra Navratri 2023 begins today: Here are the significant dates

During this nine-day celebration of Chaitra Navratri, people worship the nine avatars of Goddess Shakti and on the ninth day, they observe Ram Navmi, the birth of Lord Ram

Auto sales up 57% during Navratri as all categories put up strong show

Overall sales were also 27% higher than Navratri 2020 and 16% above the pre-pandemic season in 2019; trend seen continuing till Diwali

Traffic jams at several places due to Navratri in Gujarat's Surat

Traffic jams were seen at various places in Surat due to the Navratri festival on Monday."Where there are big Garba Mandals, parking arrangements have been made. Wherever there is a problem, the police are taking action and solving it," Deputy Commissioner of Police Sanjay Waghmare said.Navratri in Gujarat is celebrated on a grand scale. Widespread festivity and fervour of Navratri could be witnessed in Surat.The much-awaited Navratri is back after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Today is the eighth day of Navratri and traffic jams were seen everywhere in Surat, Gujarat.Garba lovers in Gujarat make nine different dresses for nine days of Navratri. Seeing the large crowd, the organizers suddenly increased the price.The prices of passes to the Garba nights were Rs 900 to 1000, however, it has now been increased to 1300 to 1500. The city police have increased the police staff to control the traffic system due to traffic jams at various places.Navratri, which is dedicated .

Wheat prices head north with the advent of 'Navratri' festivities

Trade and market sources said wheat prices in wholesale markets of Delhi have risen by around Rs 40 per quintal since September 1

Ad spends likely to get double-digit boost as festive cheer returns

Ad spend projected to be Rs 30,000 crore this time - growth of 15% over last year's Rs 26,000 crore

Tickets for Ranbir-Alia's 'Brahmastra' capped at Rs 100 for Navratri

Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji on Sunday announced that the team of "Brahmastra Part One: Shiva" will be offering the film's tickets at Rs 100 for the next four days to mark the Navratri festival. In an Instagram post, the filmmaker said the new "scheme" is a result of the team's experience during the National Cinema Day on Friday, when ticket prices were offered at a "celebratory admission price" of Rs 75 at over 4000 screens across the country. Tickets of the Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt-starrer will be available at Rs 100 each from September 26 to September 29, Mukerji said. "Excited about this scheme! National Cinema Day may have taught us something about finding the right ticket price point to allow more audiences to enjoy the movie experience on the big screen! Something which we are incredibly passionate about ! "With an attitude of always learning and trying new things, we hope this scheme brings some interesting positive learning to us all... and we hope our audiences continue to

Carnival of sorts: Palace city of Mysuru gears up for Dasara from Monday

It is that time of the year again, when this palace city gets decked up for the annual ten day-long celebrations, playing host to a plethora of religious and cultural events to keep up the traditions of celebrating the Dasara or Navaratri festival that began in 1610. Celebrated as "Nada Habba" (state festival), the festivities will be a grand affair this year depicting Karnataka's rich culture and traditions, coupled with reminiscence of royal pomp and glory, after muted celebrations for the last two years in view of the covid-19 pandemic. Dasara, considered to be one of the biggest and most important festivals of the region, grew as a festival of masses and the Mysuru dynasty under the royal patronage; continuing with the traditions, is now being celebrated under the auspices of the Government of Karnataka, after India became independent and republic. President Droupadi Murmu will be inaugurating the festivities during the auspicious "Vrushchika Lagna" between 9.45 AM and 10.05 AM

Pune controversial tantra camp for Navratri cancelled; FIR registered

Pune Police on Friday registered an FIR against a person for allegedly sharing a controversial advertisement on social media mentioning "Sex Tantra" camp to be organised during festival of Navratri

Here's a full list of bank and school holidays in Sept 2022; Check details

Banks and schools might be closed for the first three days of September. Why bank holidays are called bank holidays? Read this detailed article to know the number of holidays in the month of September

Mahua Moitra slams the move to ban meat during Navratri in Parliament

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra on Wednesday hit out at the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) for the closure of meat shops during the nine-day period of the Navaratri festival

Meat shops not be allowed to open from Tuesday during Navratri: SDMC mayor

South Delhi Municipal Corporation Mayor Mukesh Suryan said and asked the municipal commissioner to ensure strict adherence of his directives.

Navratri sales: Chip shortage dents PV retails, 2-wheelers see weak demand

High acquisition cost dissuades motorcycle and scooter buyers this festive season, while carmakers have been unable to cater to the demand owing to chip shortage

Festivals showcase India's diversity, spirit of one India: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his wishes on the beginning of Navratri and offered his wishes to various regions and communities celebrating the festival

Navratri sales: Cars zoom past sales goalposts, two-wheelers trudge along

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India delivered around 85,000 to 90,000 cars as against 60,000 to 65,000 it delivered last year, said an industry source

Hyundai Motor retail sales grow 28% YoY during Navratra to 26,068 units

Bands across sectors traditionally see a higher up-tick in sales during this period

In pictures: Dussehra celebrations across the nation amid pandemic

Every year Durga Puja and Navratri are celebrated with full fervour, but this year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, restrictions have been imposed on celebrations

In pictures: Durga Puja, Navratri celebrations across the nation

Every year Durga Puja and Navratri are celebrated with full fervour, but this year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, restrictions have been imposed on celebrations