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    Dahi Handi News

    Shiv Sena suspends 7 functionaries for assault at Palghar hospital

    The development comes three days after 17 people, mostly Shiv Sena functionaries, were booked for abusing and assaulting staff at Relief Hospital in Palghar following a dispute over the treatment and discharge of injured Govindas during Dahi Handi celebrations.
    Cities
    Published 7 days ago

    Ambani family celebrates Janmashtami at Antilla with dance, dandiya and prayers

    The Ambani family celebrated Krishna Janmashtami at Antilia this week.
    Trending
    Updated 8 days ago

    Discharge row of injured Govindas turn ugly as Shiv Sena workers assault Palghar hospital staff

    Discharge row of injured Govindas turn ugly as Shiv Sena workers assault Palghar hospital staff
    Cities
    Published 9 days ago

    Politicians reach out to Gen Z at Dahi Handi events

    Mumbai, Sept 05 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis celebrates the'Dahi Handi Utsav 2026' (West) organised by MLA Ram Kadam at Ghatkopar, in Mumbai on Saturday. (@Dev_Fadnavis X/ANI Photo) (@Dev_Fadnavis X)
    Cities
    Published 10 days ago

    Dahi Handi festivities claim 2 lives in Mumbai

    iMumbai, India - September 05, 2026: A seven-year-old boy, Rudra Kadam, died after a brick column collapsed on him during a Dahi Handi celebration at Ekta Welfare Society in Chikuwadi, Malvani in mumbai, India, on Saturday, September 05, 2026. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
    Cities
    Published 10 days ago

    31 mandals hold DJ-free Dahi Handi at Lal Mahal

    The programme began with a performance by the Prabhat Band, followed by a ceremonial salutation by 21 Govinda troupes. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
    Cities
    Published 10 days ago

    First Dahi Handi noise case filed against mandal in Bibwewadi

    The case was registered on Friday against Shri Krishna Tarun Mandal at Ota, Bibwewadi. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
    Cities
    Published 10 days ago

    22 ‘govindas’ injured in parts of Mumbai after Dahi Handi celebrations

    Govindas break the Dahi Handi by forming a human pyramid on the occasion of Gokulashtami festival in Mumbai.
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    Streets turn into arenas as Dahi Handi frenzy sweeps Mumbai; thousands join festivities

    Streets turn into arenas as Dahi Handi frenzy sweeps Mumbai; thousands join festivities
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    Katraj mandals scale down sound systems after citizens’ protest, police intervention

    At the main Dahi Handi event at Katraj Chowk, arranged by Swaraj Babar on September 4, organisers had brought a large Dolby sound system from outside Pune. (HT PHOTO)
    Cities
    Published 11 days ago

    Pune Police announce restrictions ahead of Ganeshotsav, Dahi Handi festivals

    The restrictions have been imposed in view of possible law-and-order issues during Dahi Handi, Veer Gogadev Jayanti, Ganeshotsav and other festivals, the order states. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
    Cities
    Updated 16 days ago

    Mumbai Police issue prohibitory order banning possession of weapons, explosives; cite peace, safety

    Mumbai Police issue prohibitory order banning possession of weapons, explosives; cite peace, safety
    Cities
    Published 22 days ago

    Pune ganesh mandals oppose DJ curbs, seek permission to use till midnight

    The mandals demanded that permissions for sound systems be issued through a single-window mechanism involving the civic body, police and other departments. (HT)
    Cities
    Updated 22 days ago

    Ahead of festive season, noise pollution concerns put police, mandals at odds

    On Thursday, Pune police commissioner Amitesh Kumar and senior officers reviewed sound systems commonly used during festivals. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
    Cities
    Published 26 days ago

    Two dead, 95 injured in Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai

    Mumbai, India - August 16, 2025: Family members and the two sons of Jagmohan Shivkiram Chaudgari hold up his photograph in grief. Jagmohan tragically lost his life while tying the Dahi Handi rope during festival preparations at Mankhurd in Mumbai, India, on Saturday, August 16, 2025. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
    Cities
    Published 395 days ago

    On Dahi Handi, Mumbai's Govinda pathaks talk safety in the face of adventure

    Across Mumbai, Govinda Pathaks will compete to try and break the Dahi Handi and bag the winning title
    Htcity
    Published 396 days ago

    Janmashtami 2025 Shubh Muhurat: Timings in Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune

    Krishna Janmashtami is a significant Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. This year, it falls on August 16, 2025.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 396 days ago

    11-yr-old govinda’s death: Mandal president booked for negligence

    Mahesh Jadhav, 11, had been taking part in Dahi Handi human pyramids for four or five years, said a police officer.
    Cities
    Published 399 days ago

    11-year-old falls to death during Dahi Handi practice in Mumbai

    At around 10:45 pm, Mahesh climbed to the sixth level of the pyramid and suddenly lost his balance and fell before catching the safety rope.
    India News
    Published 400 days ago

    Sudden holiday rejig disrupts PAT exam in schools

    Sudden holiday rejig disrupts PAT exam in schools
    Cities
    Published 404 days ago

    Ganeshotsav is ‘a powerful symbol of Hindutva’: Ashish Shelar

    Mumbai artists are creating eco-friendly Ganesh idols at Nilesh Niwate`s workshop in Mazgaon. They use clay to build these non-polluting idols. (Photo by Raju Shinde/HT Photo) (Raju Shinde)
    Cities
    Published 422 days ago

    This super quick creamy dahi wale chole recipe will get you in the weekend mood!

    This delicious dahi wale chole recipe will get you in the right weekend mood!
    Htcity
    Published 565 days ago

    No of ‘Govindas’ getting injured in city doubles in 2 years

    HT Image
    Cities
    Updated 748 days ago

    Laser beam ban: 4 cases filed during Janmashtami celebrations

    Last year, during the Ganesh festival, many people suffered eye injuries due to use of high-beam laser lights during the immersion procession. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
    Cities
    Updated 748 days ago

    Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai: Govinda aala re, mere gully mein!

    A child govinda breaks the handi
    Htcity
    Published 748 days ago

    Shehnaaz Gill in simple red anarkali, no makeup gives high-energy performance

    Shehnaaz Gill wears a simple red anarkali and no makeup for a Dahi Handi event.
    Lifestyle
    Published 749 days ago

    Happy Dahi Handi 2024: Best wishes, images, WhatsApp status, Facebook messages

    Happy Dahi Handi 2024 wishes: Celebrate Bal Gopal's mischievousness with these heartwarming wishes.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 750 days ago

    Dahi Handi 2024: What is Dahi Handi? Date, timing, significance and celebrations

    Dahi Handi is celebrated on a grand scale across Maharashtra, especially in Mumbai and its neighbouring areas.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 753 days ago

    Muslim girls participate in dahi handi, notch up a win for communal harmony

    The Jogeshwari Mata Mahila Govinda Pathak comprises of 80 to 100 members with a support team.
    Cities
    Updated 754 days ago

    ‘Such festivals foster arts, community’

    ‘Such festivals foster arts, community’
    Cities
    Updated 969 days ago
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