Page 9 - Festivals

Happy Hariyali Teej 2024: Best wishes to share with with your loved ones

The festival of Hariyali Teej is a celebration of love and nature's beauty. As you indulge yourself in the festivities of Hariyali Teej, don't forget to share warm wishes with your loved ones

Sawan Shivratri 2024: All you need to know about this important festival

Sawan Shivratri is more than just a religious festival; it is also a deeply spiritual and cultural event that bonds devotees and increases their faith in the divine presence of Lord Shiva

Kanwar Yatra 2024: Significance, routes, guidelines & all you need to know

The arduous Kanwar Yatra, undertaken as part of worshipping Lord Shiva, is considered an act of faith and devotion and symbolises the eternal bond between devotees and the deity

Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Date, Time, Rituals and Importance

Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi, which falls on July 23, 2024, is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, who is known for removing hurdles and bringing prosperity. It is marked with charity, fasting, and prayers

Sawan 2024: Top 50 wishes, messages to share with your friends, families

One of the most auspicious Hindu months, Sawan, is starting from today. Devotees celebrate Lord Shiva with rituals and the Kanwar yatra to offer Gangajal to the Shivling

Guru Purnima 2024: History, significance, rituals, wishes, and more

Guru Purnima reminds the eternal value of knowledge and study as well as esteemed Gurus who selflessly share their expertise with the rest of the world

Jaya Parvati Vrat 2024: All you need to know this Gujarat festival

The Jaya Parvati Vrat is a revered fasting time period that is mostly observed in Gujarat and is dedicated to Goddess Jaya, a form of Goddess Parvati. It will be celebrated this year on July 19, 2024

Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: All about Ashadha Shukla Paksha Ekadashi

Devshayani Ekadashi on July 17, marks Lord Vishnu's slumber, and people engage in fasting, worship, meditation, and charity for spiritual development

Muharram 2024: When is Ashura? Know its History, Significance and more

Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, is observed every year to commemorate the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad's grandson, Hazrat Imam Hussain

Bonalu 2024: All you need to know about this vibrant Telangana festival

In addition to being a religious celebration, Bonalu is a vibrant cultural festival that brings communities together in devotion and gratitude. It falls during the Ashada Masam in July or August

Ashadha Amavasya 2024: History, importance, rituals, timings and more

The sacred rituals of Ashadha Amavasya are devoted to honouring ancestors. Devotees take holy dips in revered water bodies to purify themselves and perform ceremonies to pay respect to their ancestors

Happy Vat Purnima 2024: Greetings and Quotes to share with loved ones

According to Drik Panchang, Vat Savitri falls on two days in the Jyeshtha month. On this day, married women mark a long day fast and worship god for the prosperity of their spouses and families

Nirjala Ekadashi 2024: Check history, significance, rituals and more

Nirjala Ekadashi 2024 is an important festival involving many rituals and celebrations. On this day, devotees seek blessings from Lord Vishnu, purify their mind, body, and practice self-discipline

Nirjala Ekadashi 2024: All you need to know about this fasting Ekadashi

As indicated by the Panchang Ekadashi, the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi of Jyeshtha month will start on June 17 at 4:43 am and go on till June 18 at 6:24 am

Noida Police imposes Section 144 in city ahead of Bakrid, Ganga Dussehra

In view of upcoming festivals Bakrid and Jyeshtha Ganga Dussehra, restrictions under Section 144 of the CrPC will be enforced across Noida and Greater Noida from Sunday to Wednesday, police said. Prohibitory orders are being imposed to maintain peace and harmony during the festive period, they said on Saturday. The Ganga Dussehra would be celebrated on Sunday while Bakrid would be observed on Sunday and Monday. Public prayers, worship, processions and other religious events in public places are entirely prohibited unless special permission is obtained, according to a police order. "In view of the potential threat to public order posed by anti-social elements, it cannot be ruled out that such individuals may disrupt peace," Additional DCP (law and order) Hirdesh Katheriya said. "Additionally, various examinations and protest programmes are organised from time to time by the government, different commissions, councils, etc. and they are often notified shortly before their scheduled

Eid-ul-Adha 2024: When will Muslims celebrate Bakra Eid in other countries?

Eid-ul-Adha is an auspicious festival celebrated by Muslims every year across the world on the tenth of Dhu al-Hijjah. Here's when the festival will be celebrated in different countries

Brahma Rathotsava: Bengaluru traffic police issues advisory, check routes

Bangaluru traffic police issues advisory due to Brahma Rathotsava in Hongasandra. The festival will begin at the Hongasandra bus stop and conclude at the Kodichikkanahalli Junction

Happy Buddha Purnima 2024: Best Wishes, Greetings, SMS, Quotes & Status

Buddha Purnima marks the birth anniversary of the Gautama Buddha who founded Buddhism. It is marked on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Vaisakha which falls in April or May

Buddha Purnima 2024: Date, history, significance, quotes and more

Buddha Purnima 2024: This day is celebrated every year on the first full moon of the Hindu month Vaishakha. This year it will be celebrated on May 23

Akshaya Tritiya 2024: Wishes and greetings to share with friends and family

Akshaya Tritiya or Akti or Akha Teej is a huge celebration for the Hindu community, falling between April and May and celebrated on the third day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaisakha