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Durga Puja 2023: Women participate in Sindoor Khela on Vijayadashami. See pics

lifestyle
Published on Oct 24, 2023 08:20 IST
Devotees of Maa Durga celebrate the last day of Durga Puja - Vijayadashami - with pomp. This year, it falls on October 24. People bid audie to Goddess Shakti on this day by immersing her idols in holy water bodies. Another significant ritual of this day is Sindoor Khela, where married women in Bengal smear each other with sindur or vermillion and pray for the long lives of their husbands. Today, women across the country are performing the ritual and here are some snippets from different parts of the country. 8

Happy Dusshera 2023: Vijayadashami wishes, photos, messages, greetings, quotes

Dusshera 2023 wishes, messages, greetings, quotes and images to share with your loved ones on Vijayadashami.
festivals
Published on Oct 24, 2023 03:06 IST

Karwa Chauth 2023 correct date: Is Karwa Chauth on October 31 or November 1?

During Karwa Chauth, married women observe a difficult nirjala fast for their husbands' long lives, prosperity and safety.
festivals
Updated on Nov 1, 2023 02:56 IST

When is Papankusha Ekadashi 2023? Know date, significance, shubh muhurat, ritual

Know Papankusha Ekadashi 2023 date, significance, shubh muhurat, rituals, puja samagri, Parana time, and more.
festivals
Published on Oct 24, 2023 24:48 IST

Shubho Shubho: Pujo vibes on point at pandals in CR Park

Susmita Biswas blows the shonkho in reverence for Maa Durga.
htcity delhi junction
Published on Oct 23, 2023 14:29 IST

Dussehra 2023: Dos and don'ts, precautions for Ravana Dahan

During Ravan Dahan, here are some of the dos and don'ts that must be followed.
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Published on Oct 23, 2023 13:19 IST

United Nations Day 2023: Date, history, significance

United Nations Day 2023: Date, history, significance
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Published on Oct 23, 2023 12:23 IST

Bongs of Urbania Pujo: 5 years of celebrating Durga Pujo with enthusiasm, unity

Bongs of Urbania Pujo: 5 years of celebrating Durga Pujo with enthusiasm and unity
festivals
Published on Oct 23, 2023 12:12 IST

October’s Orionids meteor shower: Date, time, how and where to watch

October’s Orionids meteor shower are linked to Halley’s comet: Date, time, how and where to watch
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Published on Oct 23, 2023 11:17 IST

Durga Puja 2023: When is Sindur Khela and how is it celebrated? Know all rituals

Durga Puja 2023: This year Sindur Khela will be celebrated on October 24, on the day of Vijayadashmi or Dussehra.
festivals
Published on Oct 23, 2023 11:13 IST

Dussehra 2023: When is Vijayadashami? Know date, history, muhurat, significance

When is Vijayadashami? Know Dussehra history, puja muhurat, significance, celebration and more.
festivals
Updated on Oct 24, 2023 24:48 IST

Navratri 2023 Day 9: Who is Maa Siddhidatri? Maha Navami puja, significance

Maa Siddhidatri is worshipped on the ninth day of Navratri and bestows all types of Siddhis (accomplishments) to her devotees.
festivals
Published on Oct 23, 2023 01:09 IST

From pandal to plate: Must-try Durgotsav dishes

Mughlai Parantha
htcity foodies
Published on Oct 22, 2023 12:45 IST

Traditional meets trendy: Modern mishti for Pujo

Apricot mishti doi
htcity foodies
Published on Oct 22, 2023 12:20 IST

Happy Maha Navami 2023: Best wishes, images, messages and greetings to share

Happy Maha Navami 2023: Best wishes, images, messages and greetings to share
festivals
Updated on Oct 23, 2023 02:14 IST

US envoy Eric Garcetti visits Durga puja pandal in Delhi, perfoms dhunuchi naach

HT Image
festivals
Published on Oct 22, 2023 04:00 IST

Navratri 2023 Day 8: Who is Maa Mahagauri? Significance, timing, mantra, bhog

Devotees worship the eighth form of Goddess Shakti on Ashtami (Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami) - Maa Mahagauri.
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Published on Oct 22, 2023 01:47 IST

Kajol to Kiara Advani, Bollywood celebs visit Durga Puja pandal on Maha Saptami

A Durga Puja pandal is the focal point of Durga Puja festivities during Navratri each year when the temporary but intricately decorated and artistically designed structure brings communities together to celebrate, worship and seek blessings of Durga. The Durga Puja pandals showcase a stunning blend of art, culture and religious significance where visitors are often treated to a sensory feast, with awe-inspiring sculptures of Durga and other deities, vibrant lighting displays and an atmosphere of festivity. With the ongoing Maha Saptami or the seventh day of Durga Puja celebrations, several Bollywood celebrities were seen putting their best fashion foot forward at the Durga Puja pandal. Here's who attended the Durga Puja pandal from Tinsel Town in style -6
lifestyle
Updated on Oct 21, 2023 15:35 IST

Maha Navami 2023: Date, history, significance, puja timing, celebration and more

Maha Navami 2023: Date, history, significance, puja timing, celebration and more
festivals
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 10:30 IST

When is Dussehra 2023? Know the correct date

An artist paints an effigy of demon king Ravana ahead of Dussehra festival, in Patiala, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. When is Dussehra 2023? Know the correct date
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Published on Oct 21, 2023 12:38 IST

International Stuttering Awareness Day 2023: Date, history, significance, theme

International Stuttering Awareness Day 2023: Date, history, significance and theme
festivals
Published on Oct 21, 2023 08:54 IST

Happy Navratri Maha Ashtami 2023: Durga Ashtami best wishes, images, messages

Navratri Maha Ashtami 2023: Durga Ashtami wishes, images, messages, and greetings.
festivals
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 01:14 IST

Navratri 2023: When is Maha Ashtami? Know history, significance, shubh muhurat

On Ashtami Tithi, people pray to Goddess Mahagauri, celebrate Kanya Puja or Kumari Puja, and perform the legendary Sandhi Puja.
festivals
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 01:15 IST

Lunar Eclipse October 2023 to coincide with Sharad Purnima: Date, time, rituals

Lunar Eclipse in October 2023 to coincide with Sharad Purnima: Know date, time, rituals of Hindu festival
festivals
Published on Oct 20, 2023 14:36 IST

Navratri Saraswati Puja 2023: Date, history, significance, shubh muhurat

Saraswati Puja during Navratri this year begins on October 20 with Saraswati Avahan
festivals
Published on Oct 20, 2023 09:33 IST

Lunar Eclipse in October 2023: Date, time, where and how to watch Chandra Grahan

Lunar Eclipse in October 2023: Date, time, where and how to watch Chandra Grahan
festivals
Published on Oct 19, 2023 13:28 IST

Navratri 2023 Day 6: Who is Maa Katyayani? Significance, puja vidhi and timing

Navratri 2023 Day 6: Who is Maa Katyayani? Significance, puja vidhi and timing
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Published on Oct 19, 2023 10:29 IST

Durga Puja 2023: Best wishes, greetings, images to share with friends and family

Durga Puja 2023: Best wishes, greetings, images to share with friends and family
festivals
Updated on Oct 21, 2023 06:25 IST

Navratri 2023 Day 5: Who is Maa Skanda Mata? Significance, puja vidhi and more

Shardiya Navratri 2023: An avatar of Maa Durga, Skanda Mata is the epitome of motherly love.
festivals
Published on Oct 19, 2023 24:30 IST

Durga Puja calendar 2023: Significance, celebrations, puja rituals and more

Durga Puja calendar 2023: Significance, celebrations, puja rituals and more
festivals
Updated on Oct 21, 2023 04:32 IST
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