The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts
18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun
Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.
16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava
Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world
13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | Varanasi
In a recent viral video from Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple, devotees were seen drinking water dripping from an elephant spout, mistaking it for holy water or ‘Charan Amrit.’ The water was actually discharge from the temple’s air conditioning system, sparking debate on faith and scientific awareness.
04 November,2024 08:47 PM IST | Vrindavan | Anisha Shrivastava
Haridwar’s Chandi Ghat prepares to host the eighth annual Ganga Utsav, celebrating the River Ganga’s cultural, spiritual, and ecological importance. This year’s festival features a unique Women’s River Rafting Campaign, cultural performances, and new conservation initiatives, including the reintroduction of Mahseer fish.
04 November,2024 09:18 AM IST | Uttarakhand
The sacred portals of Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples in Uttarakhand were closed on Bhai Dooj, marking the end of this year’s pilgrimage season. Thousands of devotees gathered for the Vedic ceremonies as the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Yamuna were taken to their winter abodes.
03 November,2024 06:34 PM IST | Dehradun
Indira Gandhi is remembered for her strong leadership and efforts to modernise India, her tenure was also marred by controversies for taking strong decisions including the declaration of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977
30 October,2024 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
For many, Diwali is a time to seek blessings, express gratitude, and start afresh. The festival is often seen as an opportunity to reflect on one’s journey, appreciate loved ones, and welcome new beginnings
28 October,2024 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Buying gold on Dhanteras has been a long-standing tradition in Hindu culture. Gold is not only a symbol of wealth but also of divine blessings
28 October,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
As Diwali approaches, Guwahati markets are filled with people buying traditional oil lamps. Traders report higher diya prices this year, but expect sales to rise. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma shared scenes from Lakshmi Puja festivities at Bijni Lakshmi Mandir.
24 October,2024 11:09 AM IST | GuwahatiADVERTISEMENT
