Page 9 - Festivals

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

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Shubh Muhurat: City-wise auspicious time to buy gold

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Shubh Muhurat: This day is considered a very auspicious occasion to buy gold. Here is a complete city-wise list of auspicious time to buy gold

Hanuman Jayanti 2024: History, importance, and more about 'Bajrangbali'

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great fervour and devotion all over India. Colourful processions, cultural performances, and the sharing of prasad are highlights of the festivities

Ram Navami in Ayodhya: Devotees throng celebration held after 500 yrs

Ram Navami at Ayodhya Temple: A grand celebration was held after 500 years at Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Here are a few points that show the magnificence of Ram Navami

Bank holiday on Ram Navami 2024: Check state-wise complete holiday list

Ram Navami 2024: Banks are closed for operations on April 17 on account of Ram Navami. However, online transactions can be done throughout the day. Here's all you need to know

Chaitra Durga Ashtami 2024: All you need to know about 'Mahashtami'

Chaitra Ashtami or Mahashtami is an important Hindu tradition where devotees pray to Goddess Durga in her different forms. The devotees honor young girls as symbol of her divine energy

Chaitra Navratri 2024: All you need to know about Day 7 and Maa Kalratri

Today is the 7th day of Chaitra Navratri, which falls on April 15. Devotees love Goddess Kalratri, well known for being the vanquisher of devil Chanda, Munda and Raktabeej

Happy Baisakhi 2024: Here are the 20 best wishes, messages and quotes

Happy Baisakhi 2024: Baisakhi is a very important festival celebrated majorly in Punjab. People greet each other on this occasion. Here are the 20 best wishes, messages and quotes to share

Chaiti Chhath Puja 2024: All you need to know about this 4-day festival

Chaiti Chhath is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Shashthi in Chaitra month and falls during Chaitra Navratri. The celebration is additionally referred to as Yamuna Chhath

Baisakhi 2024: Date, significance, history, and how to celebrate the fest

Baisakhi 2024: Baisakhi is a significant spring festival celebrated in North India with great joy and enthusiasm. Here's the history, significance, date and more

Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 2: Puja rituals, shubh muhurat, and importance

Every day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to a different incarnation of Goddess Durga.On the second day, we pray to Maa Brahmacharini - the goddess of meditation and self-control

Eid-al-Fitr 2024: Everything you need to know about Shawwal moon sighting

Muslims in large parts of India will fast for another day as the crescent moon was not sighted on Tuesday. This implies Eid festivities in the major Indian parts will be conducted on Thursday, April 1

Eid bank holiday April 2024: Banks to remain shut in these states

Eid bank holiday April 2024: Banks will remain closed in several states due to Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 on April 10 and 11. Here's all you need to know

Eid-Ul-Fitr: Wishes, messages, quotes and social media status for sharing

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the conclusion of Ramadan days. This year, India may observe Eid-al-Fitr on 11 April 2024 while different nations like UAE, Saudi Arabia, and more will mark it on 10 April 2024

Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Here are the 20 best wishes, messages, and quotes

Eid-ul-Fitr is an auspicious festival for Muslims worldwide who celebrate it with immense enthusiasm. This festival marks the end of Ramadan month. Here are the 20 best wishes, messages and quotes