Navratri 2022: From streets, events to offices, people across India groove to Garba beats
2 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2022: From streets, events to offices, people across India groove to Garba beats

India TV News  

Navratri festival has got everyone grooving! From streets, schools, offices to kitchen, it’s Garba time everywhere as the nine-day-long festival, which is celebrated with much fervour, joy and excitement is here. While Dandiya Raas involves dancing with dandiya sticks to the beat of the music, Garba is a traditional dance in which participants clap their hands and move in a circle while making rhythmic gestures. From road, Garba nights, competitions to school, kitchen and in snow, people across India are grooving to Garba beats. Take a look ALSO READ: Navratri 2022: Devotees across India throng temples to celebrate Goddess Durga's nine-day festival| WATCH

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Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, significance, rituals and all you need to know
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, significance, rituals and all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024: Ashadha Gupt Navratri is observed twice a year, and this year's celebration holds special significance for devotees of Goddess Durga. Ashadha Gupt Navratri is a special celebration for devotees of Goddess Durga. Ashadha Gupt Navratri 2024 Date and Timings Pratipada Tithi Begins: 4:26 AM, July 6, 2024 Pratipada Tithi Ends: 4:26 AM, July 7, 2024 Ghatsthapana …

Gujarat: Garba dance included in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list
1 year ago

Gujarat: Garba dance included in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list

India TV News  

Garba dance: Gujarat'’s popular Garba dance has been included in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said today. “Garba as a dance form is entrenched deeply in ritualistic and devotional roots, involving people from all walks of life and it continues to thrive as a vibrant living tradition bringing communities together,” …

Celebrate Navratri with style: Outfit, footwear and accessories tips to stand out on Maha Navami
1 year, 2 months ago

Celebrate Navratri with style: Outfit, footwear and accessories tips to stand out on Maha Navami

Hindustan Times  

As we approach the end of the enchanting festival of Navratri with Maha Navami, the streets are abuzz with excitement, the air is filled with anticipation and the hearts of millions beat in harmony with the rhythm of dance and celebration ahead of Vijayadashmi and Dussehra. This vibrant festival is not just a celebration of culture but also an occasion …

Analysis must on growing heart attack cases while playing Garba: Anandiben Patel
1 year, 2 months ago

Analysis must on growing heart attack cases while playing Garba: Anandiben Patel

Hindustan Times  

Former Gujarat chief minister and Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel raised concerns over the growing number of heart attack cases being reported in Gujarat while playing Garba. The Navratri festival where people participate in Garba dance started on October 15. “During Navratri many youths have died while playing Garba. I have spoken to Gujarat health minister Rushikeshbhai Patel to find …

Women Perform Garba On Bikes And Jeeps Holding Swords During Navratri. WATCH
1 year, 2 months ago

Women Perform Garba On Bikes And Jeeps Holding Swords During Navratri. WATCH

ABP News  

The nine-day festival of Navratri that began on October 15 is being celebrated across the country with great zeal and enthusiasm. One such video that has gone viral on the internet shows some women performing 'garba' on bikes and cars with swords in their hands in Gujarat's Rajkot. The video of the celebrations said to have taken place on Tuesday, …

Uncovering the Enigmatic Charms of Durga Puja and Navratri: A Journey into India’s Cultural Marvels
1 year, 2 months ago

Uncovering the Enigmatic Charms of Durga Puja and Navratri: A Journey into India’s Cultural Marvels

The Hindu  

The Towering Durga Deity: Kolkata boasts the world’s tallest Durga idol, soaring above 90 feet in some instances. Navratri’s Nine Goddess Incarnations: Navratri venerates the nine distinct forms or avatars of Goddess Durga over nine nights, each embodying unique symbolism and attributes. Durga Puja’s Global Outreach: Durga Puja knows no borders, with celebrations spanning the United States, the United Kingdom, …

Navratri 2023: 13 things you should never do during the festival
1 year, 2 months ago

Navratri 2023: 13 things you should never do during the festival

India TV News  

The festival of Navratri has special significance in the Hindu religion. The festival of Navratri comes twice a year and lasts for nine days. Let us know which mistakes should not be made during the nine days of Navratri. Alcohol and tobacco Consuming alcohol and tobacco is harmful to health and should be avoided during the nine days of Navratri …

Navratri 2023: Garba to Dandiya Ras; how the nine days of Navratri are celebrated in Gujarat
1 year, 2 months ago

Navratri 2023: Garba to Dandiya Ras; how the nine days of Navratri are celebrated in Gujarat

Hindustan Times  

Navratri 2023: One of the largest festivals of the country is here. Navratri is dedicated to the nine avatars of Goddess Shakti. Navratri, which literally translates to nine nights, celebrates the nine avatars - Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Maa Skandamata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kalaratri, Maa Mahagauri and Maa Siddhidatri. Navratri 2023: Garba to Dandiya Ras; how …

Chaitra Navratri 2023: Devotees throng to Durga temples to seek blessings
1 year, 9 months ago

Chaitra Navratri 2023: Devotees throng to Durga temples to seek blessings

Hindustan Times  

Huge crowds of devotees thronged to Maa Durga temples on Tuesday to pay their obeisance to the goddess on the first day of Chaitra Navratri which began on March 22 and will end on March 30. Read here: Chaitra Navratri 2023: Here's how the Hindu festival is celebrated in different parts of India The festival of Navratri is devoted to …

Chaitra Navratri 2023 Start and End Date: Time, History, Significance and 9 Forms of Goddess Durga
1 year, 9 months ago

Chaitra Navratri 2023 Start and End Date: Time, History, Significance and 9 Forms of Goddess Durga

News 18  

CHAITRA NAVRATRI 2023: Navratri, the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is widely celebrated across India twice a year. Chaitra Navratri 2023: Start And End Date This year, the festival will begin on March 22 and end on March 30, according to Drik Panchang. Day 1: March 22 – Pratipada – Maa Shailputri Puja Day 2: March 23 – Dwitiya …

Chaitra Navratri 2023: Here's how the Hindu festival is celebrated in different parts of India
1 year, 9 months ago

Chaitra Navratri 2023: Here's how the Hindu festival is celebrated in different parts of India

Hindustan Times  

The festival of Chaitra Navratri is devoted to worshipping the nine incarnations of Durga where each day of this festival holds a different significance and is dedicated to the nine avatars of Maa Durga including Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kaalratri, Mahagauri and Siddhidatri. Chaitra Navratri: How is the festival celebrated in different parts of India Many people …

Diplomats’ Day Out in Gujarat: Garba-Dandiya, Local Food and Visit to Lakshmi Vilas Palace
2 years, 2 months ago

Diplomats’ Day Out in Gujarat: Garba-Dandiya, Local Food and Visit to Lakshmi Vilas Palace

News 18  

Over 50 foreign diplomats were on a tour to Vadodara on Saturday to get a glimpse of the famed Navratri festival in Gujarat. Jaishankar also took the visiting diplomatic contingent to the 18th century architectural marvel Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara. ભારતનો દરેક ઇંચ ઇતિહાસનું અનોખું મિશ્રણ આપે છે.આદર અને આતિથ્ય માટે વડોદરાનો આભાર.ગુજરાત ખીલે,સમૃદ્ધ થાય અને વિકાસ નીસીડી ચડે …

Traditional dances take centre stage for garba and dandiya
2 years, 2 months ago

Traditional dances take centre stage for garba and dandiya

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Garba and dandiya events across the city are proving to be popular, as every year, this time too, with the Navaratri entering its final days. Increased footfall was witnessed at popular traditional dance locales, with the Bengali Durga Pujo festivities also adding to the vibrancy of the season. The traditional Gujarati dance of Garba was a hit among visitors …

Navratri 2022: Know The difference Between Garba and Dandiya
2 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2022: Know The difference Between Garba and Dandiya

News 18  

Navratri celebrations this year began from September 26. Top showsha video Difference between Garba and Dandiya Garba and Dandiya dance forms are actually quite different from each other, though both have originated from the folk culture of Gujarat. It is believed that performing Garba wipes away one’s existing sorrows and helps one usher in a new life with hopes and …

Navratri 2022: Glittering Garba Festivities, Morning Aartis, PM Modi Joins Celebrations
2 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2022: Glittering Garba Festivities, Morning Aartis, PM Modi Joins Celebrations

News 18  

The Navratri fever has gripped the country as states across India celebrated the nine-day festival with pomp after a two-year lull due to the Covid-19 pandemic. As states across the country celebrated the festival, with Gujarat going all-out with colourful ‘garba’ and ‘dandiya’ festivities, here are some videos of the festivities on Friday and Saturday: Devotees in large numbers played …

Fun facts on Navratri and Dussehra you must know Fun facts on Navratri and Dussehra you must know
2 years, 2 months ago

Fun facts on Navratri and Dussehra you must know Fun facts on Navratri and Dussehra you must know

The Hindu  

The joy and happiness of the festive season kickstart in September with the beginning of the auspicious nine-day-long festival of Navratri, which honours Goddess Durga and celebrates the manifestation of her nine forms. The celebration also celebrates the triumph of the goddess Durga, who is praised for defeating the buffalo-headed demon Mahishasura It is believed that Lord Ram defeated the …

DJ, loudspeaker not needed for Navratri dandiya, garba: What Bombay HC said
2 years, 2 months ago

DJ, loudspeaker not needed for Navratri dandiya, garba: What Bombay HC said

Op India  

The Bombay High Court on Friday ruled that contemporary sound systems such as DJs and loudspeakers are not required for performing Garba and Dandiya during Navratri. “Dandiya and Garba being an intrinsic part of a religious celebration can still be performed in a purely traditional and religious way, which do not contemplate the use of modern gadgets like, music system, …

Navaratri off to a sparkling start
2 years, 2 months ago

Navaratri off to a sparkling start

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Over 2,000 Hyderabadis celebrated the commencement of Navaratri Utsav on a scintillating note at the Imperial Gardens here on Monday. Dressed in sparkling and traditional Gujarati attire, people were seen enjoying to dhol beats of garba and dandiya. They include best pagdi, dupatta, best decorated kada, chudi, Bindi, best decorated props while dancing, best floral jewellery, best decorated payal, …

Looking for songs during Navratri? Check list of top Bollywood hits for Dandiya, Garba nights
2 years, 2 months ago

Looking for songs during Navratri? Check list of top Bollywood hits for Dandiya, Garba nights

Firstpost  

With barely a few days left before the traditional nine-day festival of Navratri begins, people are already making their preparations for the festival. Starting from the special wardrobes, Navratri looks to planning Garba nights, people from all walks of life are quite excited about the occasion and wait for the entire year. Notably, this year Navratri marks a special place …

Devotees offer prayers on day 1 of Navratri | Pics
2 years, 2 months ago

Devotees offer prayers on day 1 of Navratri | Pics

Hindustan Times  

Devotees offer prayers on day 1 of Navratri | Pics The nine-day long Hindu festival of Navratri celebrated with great fanfare has begun. Pictures of 'artis' being done at various temples across the country surfaced on social media - symbolising the beginning of widespread celebrations that will conclude on October 5.. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved …

Navratri 2022: How the festival is celebrated in different parts of the country
2 years, 3 months ago

Navratri 2022: How the festival is celebrated in different parts of the country

Hindustan Times  

Navratri 2022: The festive season is here. From Navratri to Durga Puja, the festival has many names but only one intention – to have a blast with colours, festivities, food, happiness and watch people return to their homes to be with their near and dear ones. Durga Puja, on the other hand, worships the homecoming of goddess Durga from Kailash …

Hyderabad set to swing to garba and dandiya beats
2 years, 3 months ago

Hyderabad set to swing to garba and dandiya beats

The Hindu  

Come September 26, nights in Hyderabad will reverberate to pulsating garba and dandiya raas beats and spectacular Navaratri events. “Imagine the euphoria when around 5,000 people dance at a time on a huge garba stage,” enthuses Vinod Kumar Pentakota, a technology partner of the event Rangtaali In the last two years, the event saw 500 participants but this time the …

Navratri 2022: History, significance, celebrations and all you need to know about this 9-day festival
2 years, 3 months ago

Navratri 2022: History, significance, celebrations and all you need to know about this 9-day festival

Hindustan Times  

Shardiya Navratri 2022: The nine-day festival of Navratri is celebrated with much pomp all across the country by Hindus. Navratri 2022 History: Navratri celebrates the killing of the demon Mahishasura and the victory of good over evil. Navratri 2022 Significance and Celebrations: Devotees worship the nine avatars of Maa Durga during the nine-day Navratri festival, seeking their blessings. Apart from …

Navratri 2022: How the festival is celebrated in Gujarat
2 years, 3 months ago

Navratri 2022: How the festival is celebrated in Gujarat

Hindustan Times  

Navratri 2022: The biggest festival of India is here. Navratri is a ten-day festival celebrated all across India with a whole lot of pomp and grandeur. While north India keeps fast and worships goddess Shakti and engage in traditional music and dance, east India worships goddess Durga and her four children – goddess Lakshmi, goddess Saraswati, lord Ganesha and lord …

Navratri 2022: How is the festival celebrated in South India
2 years, 3 months ago

Navratri 2022: How is the festival celebrated in South India

Hindustan Times  

Navratri is a celebration of the holistic dimension of power of Shakti or the creative energy which is understood as feminine and at the basic level, the nine days of this Hindu festival turn into a social jamboree for women, where it is marked in South India at the Golu functions i.e. Golu, which means an assembly or darbar of …

Navratri 2022: When will Shardiya Navratri start; know Durga Puja, Dussehra dates and shubh muhurat
2 years, 3 months ago

Navratri 2022: When will Shardiya Navratri start; know Durga Puja, Dussehra dates and shubh muhurat

India TV News  

Navratri 2022: The festive season is all set to begin with Sharadiya Navratri in which the nine avatars of Maa Durga are worshipped. Shardiya Navratri 2022 Significance In Hinduism, the Navratri festival is considered special as Goddess Parvati is worshipped as the superpower. Navratri 2022: Date Calender Navratri 2022 Day 1 : Goddess Shailputri is worshipped Navratri 2022 Day 2 …

Janmashtami 2022 Celebrations: Photos, videos of dahi handi, kids dressed as Krishna & folk dances go viral
2 years, 4 months ago

Janmashtami 2022 Celebrations: Photos, videos of dahi handi, kids dressed as Krishna & folk dances go viral

India TV News  

Janmashtami 2022 Celebrations: It's Krishna's birthday and netizens are celebrating the day in full spirits. Devotees all across India are elated as after two years of subdued festivities due to the Covid pandemic, Janmashtami celebrations are being held with fervour this time. For instance, many places in Maharashtra dahi handi competitions are organised with big winning amounts. Take a look: …

Chaitra Navratri 2022: Happy Ram Navami and Ashtami best wishes, images, messages, greetings to share with loved ones
2 years, 8 months ago

Chaitra Navratri 2022: Happy Ram Navami and Ashtami best wishes, images, messages, greetings to share with loved ones

Hindustan Times  

Happy Ashtami and Ram Navami 2022: The nine-day Hindu festival of Chaitra Navratri is celebrated with much pomp across the country. Chaitra Navratri 2022: Happy Ram Navami and Ashtami best wishes, images, messages, greetings to share with loved ones Devotees are gearing up to celebrate Ashtami and Navami. Happy Ashtami and Ram Navami 2022 Wishes, Images, Greetings, Messages: I hope …

Magha Gupt Navratri 2022: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Significance
2 years, 10 months ago

Magha Gupt Navratri 2022: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Significance

News 18  

Magha Gupt Navratri 2022: Every year, Navratri takes place four times. Magha Gupt Navratri: Rituals In Gupt Navratri, 10 Mahavidya deities Tara, Tripura Sundari, Bhuneshwari, Chinnamasta, Kali, Tripura Bhairavi, Dhumavati, Baglamukhi are worshipped. Magha Gupta Navratri 2022: Dates and Timings According to Hindu calendar, this time Gupt Navratri of Magha month will be starting from Wednesday till February 11. Significance …

Garba in PPE kits! Video of girls dancing during Navratri to spread COVID-19 awareness goes viral
3 years, 2 months ago

Garba in PPE kits! Video of girls dancing during Navratri to spread COVID-19 awareness goes viral

India TV News  

It's the time of celebration in th country. A video from one of the events in Rajkot showing girls dancing while wearing PPE kits has gone viral on the internet. Speaking to ANI, Rakshaben Boriya, organiser of the Garba said, "This Garba aims to spread awareness among the public about the COVID-19." The video shows girls all decked up in …

Navratri 2021 Day 3: Goddess Chandraghanta puja vidhi and mantra
3 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2021 Day 3: Goddess Chandraghanta puja vidhi and mantra

India Today  

Navratri 2021: Navratri is a nine-day long Hindu festival celebrated every year in the autumn. Navrati 2021: Puja Vidhi Chandraghanta Puja is performed on the Navratri Tritiya Tithi. Devotees on this day take Sankalpa and offer her favourite flower Jasmine to Goddess Chandraghanta. Mantra Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah || Prarthana Pindaja Pravararudha Chandakopastrakairyuta | Prasadam Tanute Mahyam Chandraghanteti Vishruta || …

Navratri 2021: Check day-wise timings and significance of nine-day festival from 7 to 15 October
3 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2021: Check day-wise timings and significance of nine-day festival from 7 to 15 October

Firstpost  

The first day of Navratri starts with the Ghatasthapana, which falls on the Pratipada Tithi. The Tithi will begin from 4:34 pm on 6 October and continue till 1:46 pm on 7 October The festival of Navratri is just around the corner. Day 6: The Shashthi Tithi will take place from 2:14 am on 11 October to 11:50 pm on …

Navratri 2021: When is Navratri? Date, time, shubh muhurat and significance, here's all you need to know
3 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2021: When is Navratri? Date, time, shubh muhurat and significance, here's all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Navratri 2021: The month of Ashwin of the Hindu calendar is considered auspicious as it marks the beginning of Shardiya Navratri, a nine-day long Hindu festival during which devotees worship Goddess Durga. The festival of Navratri holds great significance for the devotees of Maa Durga, as they pray to the different avatars of goddess Durga each day during the nine-day …

Chaitra Navratri Ghatasthapana: Day 1 of Goddess Shailputri puja, know all about Navratri
3 years, 8 months ago

Chaitra Navratri Ghatasthapana: Day 1 of Goddess Shailputri puja, know all about Navratri

India Today  

Chaitra Navratri 2021, Day 1: Navratri is the most awaited Hindu festival that is observed for nine long days with utmost devotion and reverence. Chaitra Navratri 2021: Day and date This year, Chaitra Navratri would start from April 13, 2021 and would end on April 22, 2021. Chaitra Navratri Day 1: Ghatasthapana Ghatasthapana is also known as Kalash Sthapana or …

When is Navratri 2021? Dates, significance, and all you need to know
3 years, 11 months ago

When is Navratri 2021? Dates, significance, and all you need to know

India Today  

Navaratri is a nine-night festival that honors the Goddess Durga, in all her forms. Nine days of Sharad Navratri and rituals: Have a look at the Nine Days of Sharad Navratri and Rituals to be conducted: Day 1: Maa Shailputri: The first form of Maa Durga, Maa Shailputri represents the planet, Moon. Day 4: Maa Kushmanda: The fourth form of …

Navratri 2020 Saptami: Date, puja mantra and vidhi
4 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2020 Saptami: Date, puja mantra and vidhi

India Today  

Navratri 2020 Day 7: The nine-day long festival Navratri marks the victory of good over evil. Navratri 2020 Day 7: Date Navratri Day 7 will be observed today on October 23. Navratri 2020 Day 7: Tithi timings Saptami Tithi began on October 22 at 7:39 am and shall end at the end at 6:57 am on October 23. Mantra Om …

Navratri 2020: Here are 9 avatars of Goddess Durga worshipped each day
4 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2020: Here are 9 avatars of Goddess Durga worshipped each day

India TV News  

Navratri 2020: Here are 9 avatars of Goddess Durga worshipped each day The most significant Hindu festival -- Navratri, marking the auspicious nine days, started on Saturday, October 17. On Day 1 of Navratri, known as Pratipada, Goddess Shailputri is worshipped. On the Navami, the last day of Navratri, October 25, Goddess Siddhidatri is worshipped. These are the nine avatars …

Navratri 2020: Check Day-wise Navratri Schedule and Puja Timings
4 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2020: Check Day-wise Navratri Schedule and Puja Timings

News 18  

Navratri 2020 will begin from October 17 and will go on till October 25. The post-monsoon autumn festival is hence widely called Durga Puja. · Ashwina Ghatasthapana – October 17, 2020 · Ghatasthapana Muhurat – 06:23 AM to 10:12 AM · Duration of Muhurat – 03 Hours 49 Minutes · Ghatasthapana Abhijit Muhurat – 11:43 AM to 12:29 PM · …

No Garba Events, Gathering of Over 200 this Navratri: Gujarat Govt Issues Festival Guidelines Amid Covid-19
4 years, 2 months ago

No Garba Events, Gathering of Over 200 this Navratri: Gujarat Govt Issues Festival Guidelines Amid Covid-19

News 18  

The festivities during Navaratri, Dusshera, Diwali and Gujarati New Year won’t be the same in Gujarat this year as the state government has, due to the raging Covid-19 pandemic, banned all garba events in public places. Navaratri is considered an important festival in Gujarat where people participate in garba and dandiya dancing all through the night at public places for …

Navratri 2020: Festivals and Gods to worship on nine days
4 years, 2 months ago

Navratri 2020: Festivals and Gods to worship on nine days

India Today  

Navratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals that stays for nine nights and ten days. In these nine days of Navratri Goddess Durga’s different avatars are worshipped. Shardiya Navratri Significance It is mentioned in texts that Goddess Durga killed enormous demon Mahishasura. As per Shaiva Sampradaya, followed by most people of North India, presiding deity of each tithi …

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