Gujarat ‘Baba Vanga’ Weather Prediction Comes True: Rain Disrupts Garba, IMD Issues Major Alert
Ambalal Patel, known as Gujarat’s ‘Baba Venga,’ had predicted heavy rain during Navratri. His forecast has proven accurate as the rain threatens garba festivities. The IMD has issued alerts across more than half the districts of the state.
Sep 29, 2025, 00:51 AM IST
Navratri 2025 Mythology: How Maa Durga Got Her 10 Weapons From The Gods – Explained
Navratri 2025: As we celebrate Navratri 2025, understanding the mythology behind Maa Durga’s ten weapons gives deeper meaning to our prayers and rituals. These aren't just tales of ancient battles—they’re timeless reminders of the divine power within each of us to confront fear, darkness, and injustice.
Sep 21, 2025, 14:20 PM IST
Malegaon Blast Verdict After 17 Years: All Accused Including Sadhvi Pragya And Lt Col Purohit Acquitted
Malegaon blast verdict: A special NIA court today acquitted all seven accused, including former BJP MP Pragya Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit, in the 2008 Malegaon blast case.
Jul 31, 2025, 09:37 AM IST
Navratri 2024, Day 8: Worship Maa Mahagauri- Know Shubh Muhurat, Mantras And More
The eighth day of Shardiya Navratri falls on Friday, October 11, and it is dedicated to the worship of Maa Mahagauri. Devotees celebrate Maha Ashtami, by honoring Maa Mahagauri through Kanya Puja and other sacred rituals. This day is considered highly auspicious in the nine-night festival of Navratri, dedicated to the Goddess Durga.
Oct 11, 2024, 05:45 AM IST
DNA: Why is there a ruckus over Garba?
In Kanpur, a young man was beaten up after being chased outside a Garba pandal. In Jhansi, a ruckus broke out outside a Garba pandal. In Bilaspur, the Dandiya programme was opposed.
Oct 06, 2024, 02:12 AM IST
DNA: Chaos in Garba Pandals: Tilak Rules and Bouncers Clash with Police
Controversies surrounding Garba festivals continue across the country. In Vadodara, a pandal has implemented a rule to apply tilak to every visitor before entry.
Oct 05, 2024, 02:34 AM IST
Taal Thok Ke: Iran Crisis - Navratri Begins Amid Security Concerns in UP
Taal Thok Ke: Today marks the first day of Navratri, beginning with the worship of Maa Shailputri.
Oct 03, 2024, 19:20 PM IST
Navratri Controversy: Debate Erupts over Festival!
Preparations for Navratri are going on in full swing across the country, and especially in Uttar Pradesh, special preparations are being made for this festival.
Sep 29, 2024, 16:42 PM IST
Navratri Fasting Basics: Beginner's Guide To Navratri Vrat- Check Recipes for a Delicious Fasting Experience
Embarking on your first Navratri fast? Delve into this guide, where we simplify the art of fasting with two beginner-friendly, delectable recipes.
Oct 14, 2023, 00:34 AM IST
S Jaishankar joins foreign envoys for Navratri celebrations in Gujarat- WATCH
After meeting delegates and ambassadors of several countries Jaishankar took to Twitter and said he looks forward to participating in the celebrations tonight.
Oct 01, 2022, 16:37 PM IST
MahaKatha: This is how Mother Chandraghanta had destroyed Mahishasura
Mother Chandraghanta was born in the third form of Mother Shakti to destroy the Asuras. Mother Chandraghanta is the one who removes the sufferings of the world. One who worships the mother with a true heart, all his wishes are fulfilled.
Chandraghanta, the form of Mother Shakti, is worshiped on the third day of Navratri. Maa Chandraghanta is considered to be the ultimate peacemaker and benefactor.
Mahakatha: Story of Maa Shailputri.
Today is the first day of Chaitra Navratri and on this day after Ghatasthapana, worship of Shailputri, the first form of Maa Durga, is performed. Today, the first day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Shailputri. Being the daughter of the mountain king Himalaya, the mother is called Shailputri. This form of the mother is very calm, gentle and influential. Ghatasthapana is performed on the first day of Navratri and Goddess Shailputri is worshipped.
Sep 26, 2022, 11:10 AM IST
Good news for Vaishno Devi pilgrims! Vande Bharat train services between New Delhi-Katra to resume soon
The Centre has recently asserted that pilgrims from across the country planning visits during Navratri festival will be able to do so.
Oct 09, 2020, 23:45 PM IST
Devotees throng temples across the country as Navratri begins
On the first day of Navaratri, Devi Durga is worshipped as 'Shailaputri'.
Oct 10, 2018, 08:45 AM IST
Navratri and Durga Puja 2016: These TOP 10 SMS messages will make your festival brighter!
Oct 06, 2016, 04:14 AM IST
Navratri special: These Top 10 'Mata Ki Bhente' will make you sing 'Jai Mata Di'!
The holy festival of Navratri has come, when the devotees lavishly celebrate nine days and nights of prayer and fasting. This is the time to feel immensely purified by Durga Bhakti.
Apr 08, 2016, 14:29 PM IST
Emerge as 'Goddess' itself this dandia season!
The festival of Navratra, calls for Dandia and Dandia nights are incomplete without a perfect-looking you! But, to attain perfect beauty you have to set your makeup basics right.
Oct 15, 2015, 13:02 PM IST
Navratri Puja: Pray to goddess Brahmacharini for peace and virtue!
On the second day of Navratri festival we bow in reverence before goddess Brahmacharini, an embodiment of Maa Parvati. The ‘gorgeous’ form of Durga, the idol of Brahmacharini is presented to her worshippers with a Kamandalu in her left hand and rosary in her right hand. Brahmacharini is worshipped on the second day of Navratra and is most known as a personification of love and loyalty.
Oct 15, 2015, 09:44 AM IST