Chhath Puja 2023: Traffic Curbs Imposed in Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023: Traffic Curbs Imposed in Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad

News 18  

As the Chhath Puja festivities started across the country on Friday, a large number of people celebrating the four-day festival thronged to their nearby ponds or banks of river for the Nahay Khay ritual. In view of the heavy footfall near the holy water bodies, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh’s Noida and Ghaziabad have issued a traffic advisory for commuters to ensure smooth vehicular movement. In order to ensure smooth traffic movement, commuters have been also advised by the traffic police to avoid the roads near the sites allocated for Chhath Puja celebrations. The advisory mentioned that the ponds at Sonia Vihar, Krishna Market Jhilmil Colony, DDA Land near JPC Hospital, Tughlakabad Kaya Maya Ground, DDA Ground near Jain Mandir Suraj Kund Road, opposite D-Block Mangol Puri, Chhat Puja Kalyan Samiti Sainik Enclave etc. GHAZIABAD TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS As per an advisory issued by the authorities of Ghaziabad, traffic near Hindon Bridge on GT Road will be diverted for two days due to the Chhath Puja celebrations.

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Delhi: Devotees celebrate Chhath Puja at ‘ghats’ amid tougher norms
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi: Devotees celebrate Chhath Puja at ‘ghats’ amid tougher norms

Hindustan Times  

Devotees across Delhi celebrated Chhath Puja on Thursday by submerging themselves in artificial “ghats”, as access to the river’s natural banks was barricaded a day after the Delhi high court refused to lift a 2021 ban imposed on immersions in the polluted river. “Our family has celebrated Chhath Puja every year and we used to go to the Kalindi Kunj …

Delhi: Geeta Colony's resident protest as artificial ghats for Chhath Puja remain dry
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Delhi: Geeta Colony's resident protest as artificial ghats for Chhath Puja remain dry

Op India  

Devotees in Delhi’s Geeta Colony staged a protest as the artificial ghats constructed by the Aam Aadmi Party government for Chhath Puja rituals remained dry on Thursday. #WATCH | Delhi: People in Geeta Colony take it to the streets as the artificial ghats prepared for Chhath Puja remain dry and empty without water. pic.twitter.com/8cfF2bkmRC — ANI November 7, 2024 A …

CM Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal Join Chhath Puja Celebrations, Perform Rituals In Delhi: WATCH
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

CM Atishi, Arvind Kejriwal Join Chhath Puja Celebrations, Perform Rituals In Delhi: WATCH

ABP News  

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi joined the Chhath Puja celebrations on Thursday, November 7 at the Chhath Pooja Ghat in Balamkund Khand, Giri Nagar, where she was seen performing the rituals. #ChhathPuja pic.twitter.com/EApTLynPLP — Press Trust of India November 7, 2024 AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal also performed Chhath Puja rituals in Vidhan Sabha, Delhi. #WATCH | AAP national convenor Arvind …

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics

Hindustan Times  

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics Chhath is a Hindu festival celebrated mainly in Bihar and UP. 1 / 10 Vermilion being applied to a devotee on the banks of Ganga river during Chhath Puja festival, in Kolkata. 2 / 10 Devotees worship the setting sun during Chhath Puja, at the River Brahmaputra Ghat in Guwahati, It …

Happy Chhath Puja 2024: When will sun set on November 7? Check your city sunset timings here
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Happy Chhath Puja 2024: When will sun set on November 7? Check your city sunset timings here

Live Mint  

Chhath Puja 2024: Chhath Puja, one of the most significant Hindu festivals, is a time for devotion and reverence to the Sun God. While Chhath Puja is celebrated in different parts of the country, it holds special significance in states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Shashthi Tithi: From 12:41 am on November 7 to 12:34 am on November …

Chhath Puja 2024: Pankaj Tripathi to Gurmeet Choudhary, actors talk about celebrating the festival away from hometown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024: Pankaj Tripathi to Gurmeet Choudhary, actors talk about celebrating the festival away from hometown

Hindustan Times  

As the four-day Chhath Puja festival lights up Bihar and parts of Uttar Pradesh, actors in Mumbai tell Yashika Mathur how they’re keeping traditions alive while far from their roots Pankaj Tripathi, Gurmeet Choudhary and others speak about Chhath Puja plans. Main jahan bhi shooting ke dauran rehta hoon, wahan pata kar leta hoon ki Chhath ghat kahan hai, aur …

Chhath Puja 2024: Delhi LG Vinai Saxena declares public holiday in all government offices today
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024: Delhi LG Vinai Saxena declares public holiday in all government offices today

India TV News  

Chhath Puja 2024: The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has declared today a public holiday in all Delhi government offices in observance of 'Pratihar Shashthi' or 'Surya Shashthi'. "The Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to declare Thursday, 7th November 2024, as a holiday in all Government offices under the Government of the …

Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3: Sandhya Arghya date, timings of sunrise, sunset, puja rituals, significance and more
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3: Sandhya Arghya date, timings of sunrise, sunset, puja rituals, significance and more

India TV News  

Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3 Sandhya Arghya: Chhath Puja is not a festival but people have a deep faith and emotions attached to this festival. Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3 Sandhya Arghya: Timings of Sunrise and Sunset This year, the third day of Chhath Mahaparva is of Sandhya Arghya on 07 November, Thursday. Chhath Puja 2024 Day 3 Sandhya Arghya: …

Chhath Puja 2024 Holidays: Are banks open on November 7,8? Check state wise list
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024 Holidays: Are banks open on November 7,8? Check state wise list

Live Mint  

As Chhath Puja 2024 nears, banks in several states, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and West Bengal, will observe closures on November 7 and 8. Holiday Dates and State Closures According to the Reserve Bank of India, both November 7 and 8 are designated bank holidays in certain states for Chhath Puja. Upcoming Bank Holidays in November 2024 Beyond Chhath Puja, …

Chhath Puja celebrations: No water in ghat made by govt in Delhi's Geeta Colony | WATCH devotees' reactions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja celebrations: No water in ghat made by govt in Delhi's Geeta Colony | WATCH devotees' reactions

India TV News  

Chhath Puja celebration: The Chhath puja celebration soured in Delhi's Geeta Colony after devotees staged protests over a dry ghat made by the state government on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Delhi government made arrangements for devotees to perform puja at 1,000 different spots in the city. HC refuses to allow devotees to perform puja at Yamuna banks Earlier on Wednesday, the …

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO

India TV News  

On the occasion of Chhath Puja, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, BJP President JP Nadda, Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, and other prominent leaders visited Ganga Ghat in Patna and greeted the people participating in the festival. Speaking to PTI on Thursday, Patna District Magistrate Chandrashekhar Singh said, "All ghats are ready for Chhath Puja festival. Besides, personnel of the State …

Chhath Puja 2024: Noida, Ghaziabad, Patna police issue traffic advisory; check details here
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024: Noida, Ghaziabad, Patna police issue traffic advisory; check details here

Live Mint  

With one day left for devotees to gather at ghats to celebrate the auspicious Chhath Puja celebrations, authorities in the National Capital Region have issued a traffic advisory. The authorities have restricted the movement of all types of commercial vehicles from the New Link Road, near DPS Siddharth Vihar and New Bus Adda/Meerut Tiraha, towards Hindon Bridge. The commercial vehicles …

Traffic curbs for Chhath Puja in Gautam Budh Nagar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Traffic curbs for Chhath Puja in Gautam Budh Nagar

Hindustan Times  

NOIDA: In view of the Chhath Puja festivities, the Gautam Budh Nagar traffic police have announced diversions for a hassle-free vehicular movement in the district, officials said on Tuesday, adding that traffic diversions will be in place from November 6 to November 8, impacting heavy and medium goods vehicles. Among the key locations to face traffic diversions during the period …

AAP Govt Ensures No More Leaving Delhi for Chhath: Atishi
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AAP Govt Ensures No More Leaving Delhi for Chhath: Atishi

Hindustan Times  

The AAP government in Delhi has ensured that the people from Purvanchal do not have to leave the city for Chhath. The government has prepared more than 1,000 ghats for the people to celebrate the festival, and has ensured that all the basic facilities, including water, washrooms, doctors, and ambulances among others are ensured on all the major ghats across …

Four-day Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Four-day Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay

The Hindu  

The four-day Chhath puja began on Tuesday with Nahay Khay on Day 1 of the festivities. Visuals from Delhi’s Kalindi Kunj Chhath Ghat showed devotees performing cleansing and puja rituals on Tuesday morning. Speaking to ANI, a devotee performing puja at Kalindi Kunj Ghat said, “After taking a holy dip in the ghat and performing puja rituals, we prepare simple …

Ghats Get a Facelift for Chhath Puja: A Grand Celebration in the Making
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ghats Get a Facelift for Chhath Puja: A Grand Celebration in the Making

Hindustan Times  

The Gomti ghats in Lucknow will undergo a facelift to enhance the spiritual and aesthetic experience for devotees during the Chhath Puja festival. The beautification project will include the installation of barricades to prevent entry into deep water, safety measures for women and children, CCTV cameras for enhanced safety, improved lighting and cleanliness, provision of clean drinking water and waste …

Delhi traffic police issue advisory for Startup Mahakumbh event: Routes to avoid
9 months ago

Delhi traffic police issue advisory for Startup Mahakumbh event: Routes to avoid

India Today  

The Ministry of Commerce & Industries will host the Startup Mahakumbh event on Wednesday, anticipating a substantial crowd from 07:00 am until approximately 09:00 pm. Additionally, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued a commuter advisory suggesting alternative routes to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially in the area around Bharat Mandapam where the event is scheduled. TRAFFIC RESTRICTION WITH DIVERSION POINTS …

Mahashivratri 2024: Delhi police issues traffic advisory for commuters
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Mahashivratri 2024: Delhi police issues traffic advisory for commuters

Live Mint  

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for commuters today i.e. on 8 March in view of the Mahashivratri festivities at Guruji ka Ashram, Bhatti Mines and Shree Adya Katyayani Shaktipeeth Mandir. The Shivratri or Mahashivratri festival is celebrated with full grandeurs across Hindu temples, praying to Lord Shiva destroyer and the most compassionate God of this universe. …

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos

Live Mint  

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos 12 Photos. Updated: 20 Nov 2023, 02:46 PM IST Four-day festivities of the Chhath Puja concluded on Monday morning with prayers offered to Sun god, after which devotees broke their fast with fruits and fried pancakes sweetened with jaggery known as ‘thekua’ 1/12In Jharkhand's capital …

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos

Live Mint  

Chhath Puja: Here's how devotees paid obeisance to rising Sun across India | In photos 12 Photos. Updated: 20 Nov 2023, 02:46 PM IST Share Via Four-day festivities of the Chhath Puja concluded on Monday morning with prayers offered to Sun god, after which devotees broke their fast with fruits and fried pancakes sweetened with jaggery known as ‘thekua’ 1/12In …

chhath festival prayers 2023 sunday nov 19 artifical Artifical Ponds Delhi Decorated Ghats Heavy Security Jharkhand Bihar
1 year, 1 month ago

chhath festival prayers 2023 sunday nov 19 artifical Artifical Ponds Delhi Decorated Ghats Heavy Security Jharkhand Bihar

ABP News  

Chhath Puja 2023: From Delhi to Bihar, Jharkhand and UP among other places, the colours of Chhath have painted the Indian towns as devotees prepare to offer evening prayers to the Sun God on Sunday nearing the conclusion of the four-day festival on the second-last day. Artificial Ghats, Rooftop Tubs In Delhi For Devotees In Delhi, on the banks of …

Chhath Puja 2023 Sandhya Arghya On Day 3 Puja Vidhi, Samagri List
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023 Sandhya Arghya On Day 3 Puja Vidhi, Samagri List

ABP News  

Chhath Puja is celebrated six days after Diwali, especially with grandeur in states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. The festivities for Chhath Puja commenced on Friday, November 17, 2023, with Chhath Vratins observing rituals like bathing and partaking in offerings of pumpkin and lentils after the holy bath. What Is Day 3 Of Chhath Puja: Day 3 is celebrated …

Chhath 2023: Delhi Govt to Set Up Over 1,000 Puja Ghats; Cops Release List of Road to Avoid Near Sites
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath 2023: Delhi Govt to Set Up Over 1,000 Puja Ghats; Cops Release List of Road to Avoid Near Sites

News 18  

With Chhath festivities set to conclude on Sunday, Delhi Traffic Police has made elaborate arrangements to tackle the huge gatherings expected at the water bodies across the national capital on the final day of the four-day-long festival. Delhi Govt To Set Up 1,000 Chhath Ghats For devotees residing in the national capital who celebrate the festival, the Delhi government has …

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Alert! Avoid THESE routes during celebrations
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Alert! Avoid THESE routes during celebrations

Live Mint  

The Delhi Traffic Police released a traffic advisory on Friday regarding the Chhath Puja celebration in the national capital. While some devotees may leave after sunset prayers, several will stay for the night at various ponds in tents.” The traffic police advised commuters to avoid the roads near the sites allocated for the Chhath Puja celebration to ensure smooth traffic …

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of mahaparv
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of mahaparv

India TV News  

Chhath Puja 2023: In view of the huge gatherings expected at the water bodies across the national capital on Chhath Puja on Sunday, Delhi Traffic Police on Friday said that they have made elaborate arrangements as the released an advisory. Commuters are advised to avoid the roads adjoining the Chhath Puja sites including, the stretch of Outer Ring Road, Old …

Chhath Puja 2023: World Cup Final (November 19) to be ‘dry day’ in Delhi
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023: World Cup Final (November 19) to be ‘dry day’ in Delhi

Live Mint  

The Delhi government, in its latest order, said that a 'dry day' will be observed in the city on November 19 on the occasion of Chhath Puja "In pursuance of the provisions of Rule 52 of Delhi Excise Rules, 2010, it is hereby ordered that the following date shall be observed as "Dry Day" in the National Capital Territory of …

Chhath Puja 2023 begins with Nahay Khay: Know date, four days of rituals
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023 begins with Nahay Khay: Know date, four days of rituals

Live Mint  

Commencing on November 17, Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay, marking the onset of the four-day festival. Chhath Puja 2023 Date Chhath Puja, a four-day festival, is scheduled to be observed from November 17 to 20. Four days of Chhath Puja 2023 Nahay Khay On November 17, as the sun will grace the horizon with its first light at 6:45 …

Chhath Puja 2023: The Festival Begins On November 17- Know Each Day's Rituals
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2023: The Festival Begins On November 17- Know Each Day's Rituals

ABP News  

Chhath Puja 2023: With just a few days left for the beginning of Chhath Puja, preparations for the worship of Chhath Maiya and Surya Dev have started everywhere, and songs dedicated to them are being sung in every household. Chhath Puja 2023 Calendar: Friday, November 17, 2023: First Day - Nahay-Khay Saturday, November 18, 2023: Second Day - Kharna Sunday, …

Chhath Puja: 200 police personnel, 20 divers to keep watch on Yamuna ghats
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja: 200 police personnel, 20 divers to keep watch on Yamuna ghats

Hindustan Times  

Beginning November 17, the Gautam Budh Nagar administration will be putting in place measures to ensure safety and security of devotees arriving at the Yamuna ghats for chhath festivities, district officials said on Wednesday. Gautam Budh Nagar police said around 200 personnel will remain deployed on the Yamuna banks and ghats from November 17-20, to ensure safety of people arriving …

Durga Puja 2023: Planning to Visit Delhi's CR Park Pandals? Check Advisory to Avoid Traffic Jams
1 year, 2 months ago

Durga Puja 2023: Planning to Visit Delhi's CR Park Pandals? Check Advisory to Avoid Traffic Jams

News 18  

As Durga Puja festivities begin, commuters in Delhi-NCR are most likely to face heavy traffic movement as a large number of visitors will be hopping to the puja pandal in several parts of the national capital, especially in the CR Park area during the weekend. The Delhi traffic police have made some arrangements to manage the traffic, especially on roads …

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos
2 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos

Hindustan Times  

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos After two years of restrictions due to Covid-19, hundreds of people offered their prayers to the setting sun on the auspicious occasion of “Chhath”.. 1 / 18 View Photos in a new improved layout Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addresses the gathering during Chhath puja festival in …

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics
2 years, 1 month ago

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics

Hindustan Times  

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics Chhath Puja is a four-day-long Hindu festival that is performed to seek blessings from the Sun for a healthy, happy, and prosperous life. 5 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout The first day of Chhath Puja is known as Kaddu Bhaat or Nahai Khai. 7 / 13 View …

Damper on Chhath festivities in Delhi as govt bans puja at ITO ghat
2 years, 1 month ago

Damper on Chhath festivities in Delhi as govt bans puja at ITO ghat

India Today  

The administration in the national capital has put a ban on Chhath Puja festivities in the Yamuna river at Delhi's ITO ghat. India Today photo The devotees will be allowed to perform Chhath Puja at articifical ghats created along the banks of the Yamuna by the Delhi government. On the third day of Chhath Puja 2022, the Delhi administration officials …

Delhi LG declares Chhath Puja on 30 October as 'dry day' in national capital
2 years, 1 month ago

Delhi LG declares Chhath Puja on 30 October as 'dry day' in national capital

Firstpost  

Earlier, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena had given his nod to hold Chhath Puja at designated ghats on the Yamuna New Delhi: Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday declared Chhath Puja to be a Dry Day in the national capital on 30 October for the first time, news agency ANI reported. pic.twitter.com/rgoY3ZBRMc — ANI October 28, 2022 …

In a First, Delhi LG Declares Chhath Puja Dry Day; Also Writes to CM Kejriwal Over Toxic Froth in Yamuna
2 years, 1 month ago

In a First, Delhi LG Declares Chhath Puja Dry Day; Also Writes to CM Kejriwal Over Toxic Froth in Yamuna

News 18  

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena declared Chhath Puja on Sunday as a ‘dry day’ in the capital — in a first-of-a-kind move. Delhi Congress, on the other hand, had demanded the announcement of a public holiday and dry day on Chhath, saying that under former CM Sheila Dikshit’s tenure, Chhath was a public holiday in Delhi. Sources in the LG …

Chhath Puja mobile application launched in Patna to help devotees
2 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja mobile application launched in Patna to help devotees

Hindustan Times  

Patna administration on Thursday launched ‘Chhath Puja’ mobile application for the convenience of devotees and easy access to information. The mobile application will help locals get information regarding the list of safe and unsafe ghats, parking lots, GPS navigation and contact details of deployed officers. He said, “Patna Municipal Corporation will carry out door step distribution of holy water which …

‘Election on Yamuna over, focus on MCD poll issues’: Kejriwal's advice to BJP
2 years, 1 month ago

‘Election on Yamuna over, focus on MCD poll issues’: Kejriwal's advice to BJP

Hindustan Times  

Aam Aadmi Party convenor and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said issues concerning the Yamuna, schools and hospitals in the national capital were taken care of in the 2020 Assembly election and the upcoming civic body polls will be centered around the city's cleanliness and garbage-related matters. A thick layer of foam floats on the Yamuna river near …

Delhi L-G approves Chhath Puja at designated ghats on Yamuna; warns CM against 'misleading publicity'
2 years, 1 month ago

Delhi L-G approves Chhath Puja at designated ghats on Yamuna; warns CM against 'misleading publicity'

India TV News  

Highlights Chhath Puja celebration only at designated ghats, said Delhi L-G L-G VK Saxena asked chief minister Arvind Kejriwal to ensure clean ghats and water for devotees L-G also cautioned Arvind Kejriwal against "misleading and pre-mature publicity" Chhath Puja 2022 : Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Wednesday approved Chhath Puja at designated ghats on the Yamuna and asked chief …

Chhath Puja: Delhi’s oldest ghat ITO starts preparation for festival
2 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja: Delhi’s oldest ghat ITO starts preparation for festival

Live Mint  

The National Capital's oldest Chhath Puja ghat ITO has started the preparation for the upcoming Chhath Puja under PWD and Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti. Talking about the preparation, Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti Vice President Anil Singh said that the samite will organise cultural programmes and 'bhandara' for devotees this year. Delhi Police, Civil Defence and our Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti …

Chhath Puja 2022: Delhi government allocates Rs 25 crore for festival arrangements
2 years, 2 months ago

Chhath Puja 2022: Delhi government allocates Rs 25 crore for festival arrangements

India TV News  

Highlights Delhi govt has made grand preparations for Chhath Puja at around 1,100 sites Delhi CM allocated Rs 25 crore for the festival on Friday Chhath Puja will be celebrated on October 30 and 31 Chhath Puja 2022: The Delhi government has made grand preparations for Chhath Puja at around 1,100 sites and allocated Rs 25 crore for the festival, …

AAP vs BJP in Delhi, Nod by UP, Maha: Why Chhath Matters & What Purvanchalis Mean for Political Parties
3 years, 1 month ago

AAP vs BJP in Delhi, Nod by UP, Maha: Why Chhath Matters & What Purvanchalis Mean for Political Parties

News 18  

Ahead of Chhat puja on Wednesday, several states have issued guidelines and made provisions for the festival. In Delhi, the state government has made provisions for 800 ghats for people to celebrate Chhath Puja. Point of Contestation The Delhi Disaster Management Authority has prohibited Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna this year. BJP MP Parvesh Verma on Monday …

Chhath Puja 2021: All You Need to Know About Four Days of the Festival
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2021: All You Need to Know About Four Days of the Festival

News 18  

Chhath Puja is one of the most important and religious festivals in the Hindu religion. Read: Happy Chhath Puja 2021: Images, Wishes, Quotes, Messages and WhatsApp Greetings to Share with Your Loved Ones Chhath Puja is native to the Indian Sub-continent and has evidence of existence in the ancient Vedas. Nahai Khai or Naha Khay The festival is celebrated on …

Chhath Puja 2021 holiday: List of states have holiday of Chhath Puja
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2021 holiday: List of states have holiday of Chhath Puja

India Today  

According to the Hindu calendar, Chhath Puja is a four-day festival dedicated to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya. It is believed that the Chhath puja has its origin from Rig Veda and in ancient times, Draupadi and Pandavas of Hastinapur also celebrate this festival to solve problems of getting back their lost kingdom. Here is the list of states that …

Chhath Puja 2021: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2021: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance

News 18  

Chhath Puja is one of the major festivals of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh dedicated to Lord Surya. The festival that lasts upto four days begins with Nahay Khay on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi Tithi of Kartika month and ends with Usha Arghya on Saptami Tithi. Know the details of the four days of the Chhath festival below Chhath Puja 2021: Important …

Chhath Puja 2021: Know Date, Timings and Significance of Four-day Festival
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2021: Know Date, Timings and Significance of Four-day Festival

News 18  

Chhath Puja is a four-day religious festival celebrated by Hindus. During Chhath Puja, devotees worship Surya or the Lord Sun and Shashthi Devi. Chhath Puja 2021: Date and timings Chhath Puja 2021 will be observed from Monday, November 8 to Thursday, November 11 this year. Chhath Puja 2021: Significance and Puja Vidhi The four-day-long festival sees different rituals each day: …

Ahead of Diwali, Chhath Puja, Kolkata lifts restrictions; eases night curbs
3 years, 1 month ago

Ahead of Diwali, Chhath Puja, Kolkata lifts restrictions; eases night curbs

India Today  

The state government recently announced that on the occasion of Kali Puja and Diwali, Covid-induced night curbs will remain suspended across Kolkata along with other parts of the state from November 2 to November 5. According to a report published in the Times of India, a similar relaxation in night curbs has been put in place from November 10 to …

Delhi: Chhath Puja celebrations at designated sites except Yamuna river bank, says DDMA
3 years, 1 month ago

Delhi: Chhath Puja celebrations at designated sites except Yamuna river bank, says DDMA

India TV News  

Chhath Puja celebrations will be allowed at designated sites in the city except for the banks of the Yamuna river, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority said. “The celebration of Chhath Pooja during the month of November shall be allowed only at designated sites outside containment zones with requisite permission from the district magistrate. The authority further said designated sites shall …

Arvind Kejriwal government allows Chhath celebrations in Delhi
3 years, 1 month ago

Arvind Kejriwal government allows Chhath celebrations in Delhi

India TV News  

The Arvind Kejriwal government has allowed Chhath celebrations in Delhi, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announced on Wednesday. The DDMA, which devises Covid management policies for the capital, had banned Chhath Puja celebrations at public places, including at Yamuna riverbanks, water bodies and temples in Delhi, after a meeting on September 30. Amid protests by the BJP and the Congress …

Row over ban on Chhath Puja celebrations fuels Purvanchali politics in Delhi
3 years, 2 months ago

Row over ban on Chhath Puja celebrations fuels Purvanchali politics in Delhi

India Today  

A former Congress MP from Delhi is appealing to the Arvind Kejriwal government to not hurt the sentiments of Purvanchalis. In totality, the DDMA’s order to ban the Chhath Puja celebrations in public places has taken the national capital’s politics by storm. However, the DDMA decided to ban Chhath Puja celebrations in public places. “When the Ramlila can be permitted, …

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