G. Kishan Reddy Leads Ayyappa Maha Padi Puja at Narayanguda

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Over 57K Bhavani devotees visit Durga Temple till Sunday 6 p.m.

Vijayawada: Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam atop Indrakeeladri witnessed a significant rush as thousands of devotees continued to throng the temple to relinquish their deeksha on the second day of the Bhavani Deeksha Viramana on Sunday. While 42,000 Bhavani devotees visited the temple on the first day, about 57,750 devotees had darshan till 6 p.m., seeking blessings of the …

Temple Bhavani Devotees Devotees Visit

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Ashwath Narayanan presents a classy Kamboji at The Music Academy’s December music festival

The Hindu

Ashwath Narayanan is a musician with impeccable tutelage, good voice range and dynamics and respect for tradition. The kriti is a masterpiece in Khanda Chapu and Ashwath’s patantara allegiance took the concert to a good high. ‘Jambupathe’ was a good idea to stoke in some serenity, but the execution skipped the emotive weight and the vilamba kala mastery Dikshitar presents …

Ashwath Kamboji Bhaktavatsalam Good Concerts

6 days, 6 hours ago

Mahati Kannan and Ramya Venkataraman explored the concept of Shakti through well-researched pieces

The Hindu

‘Prakrti to Para, An Exploration of Sakthi’, conceptualised and visualised by Bharatanrithyam dancers Mahati Kannan and Ramya Venkatraman of Nrithyodaya, was an exploration of the Divine Mother from the physical and the metaphysical plane, as described in the Vedas. ‘Devi as Prakrti is everywhere — as the Earth Goddess, as the dense forest, the fruits and flowers, as the sacred …

Rama Devi Shakti Mahati

1 week ago

Viral: SS Rajamouli, singer Kaala Bhairava dance to Jr NTR song at family wedding

India Today

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli and Naatu Naatu singer Kaala Bhairava danced to Jr NTR's song from Devara at a family wedding. The two, along with other family members, recreated the steps of the Ayudha Pooja song from Devera at Rajamouli's nephew Sri Simha's wedding. The Ayudha Pooja song, originally sung by Kaala Bhairava, was played at one of the pre-wedding festivities. …

Song Jr Ntr Rajamouli Ss Rajamouli Kaala Bhairava Family Wedding Video Bhairava

1 week, 2 days ago

Niranjan Dindodi wove a rich tapestry of ragas

The Hindu

Niranjan Dindodi ushered in both halves of his concert with interesting preludes that had a similar pattern. The meditative ‘O Jagadamba’ by Syama Sastri earned special enrichment through a detailed niraval around ‘Anni bhuvanambulu’ of the first charanam. Taking cue was a bold Kalyani alapana that warmed up to reciting ‘Pankaja lochana’. After Gopalakrishna Bharati’s ‘Enneramum’ in Devagandhari and ‘Srimahabala’ …

Niranjan Bhairavi

1 week, 2 days ago

Telangana Govt. Committed to Empowering Women in State

Deccan Chronicle

Adilabad: Rural development minister Seethakka on Friday reiterated the state government’s commitment to empowering women and ensuring their self-reliance through initiatives like Indira Kranti Patham, bank linkages, and interest-free loans. While distributing bank cheques to Self-Help Groups in Khanapur, Seethakka said the Congress government aimed to help women achieve financial prosperity by providing interest-free loans and loans at 25 per …

Seethakka

1 week, 3 days ago

‘Mahadeepam’ lit atop Tirupparankundram hillock in Madurai

The Hindu

Hundreds of devotees stood at the foothill chanting ‘Arogara’ as the ‘Mahadeepam’ was lit atop the hillock near the famous Subramaniaswamy Temple at Tirupparankundram on the occasion of ‘Karthigai Deepam’ festival on Friday. The ‘Mahadeepam’ was fuelled by a copper cauldron holding more than 160 kg of ghee and five kg of camphor. Following the event, devotees witnessed the ‘Chokkapanai’ …

Temple Devotees

1 week, 3 days ago

Your weekend Margazhi guide

The Hindu

KARTIK FINE ARTS @ Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Mini Hall December 14, 10 a.m.: Abhirama G. Bode; 12.15 p.m.: V.U.M. December 15, 10 a.m.: Sweta Balasubramanian; 12.15 p.m.: Sreeranjane Kaushik; 2 p.m.: K. Giridharan; 4 p.m.: Aishwarya Shankar; 6.15 p.m.: Vani Ramamurthi. December 14, 10 a.m.: M. Chandrasekaran and G. Bharathi ; 1 p.m.: Madhumita Doraiswamy; 2.15 p.m.: K. Ranga; 4 …

Mylapore Sabha Vidya Margazhi Guide Lecdem

1 week, 5 days ago

Gita jayanthi celebrated at Banjara Hills Hare Krishna Golden Temple

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Gita Jayanthi was celebrated with reverence and devotion at Hare Krishna Golden Temple in Banjara Hills on Wednesday to mark the occasion of Lord Krishna delivering the supreme knowledge of Bhagavad Gita to mankind through his beloved devotee Arjuna. To mark the occasion, Gita Jayanthi is celebrated world over by all followers and admirers of Bhagavad Gita. The celebrations …

Krishna Gita Bhagavad Gita Bhagavad Occasion Sri Gita Jayanthi

1 week, 5 days ago

SC notice to Kerala temple committee over discontinuation of ritual

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to examine a plea against the Kerala High Court order in favour of the administration of the Guruvayur Sri Krishna temple in the state which decided to discontinue the ancient ritual of "udayasthamana pooja" on ekadasi. A bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and Rajesh Bindal issued the notice to the Guruvayur …

Kerala Temple Udayasthamana Pooja

1 week, 5 days ago

Tirupati board officials visit Tamil Nadu Vishnu temple for Kaisika Ekadasi 2024

India Today

Officials of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams offered holy silk “vastrams” at the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple in Tamil Nadu’s Srirangam on the auspicious occasion of “Kaisika Ekadasi”. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu | Officials of the Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanams present Holy silk ‘vastrams’ to the Srirangam Sri Ranganathaswamy temple, on the auspicious occasion of ‘Kaisika Ekadasi’ Kaisika Ekadasi is observed in the …

Tamil Nadu Temple Sri Tirupati Ekadasi Kaisika Kaisika Ekadasi

1 week, 6 days ago

Kurukshetra being developed on lines of ‘Sanatan Dharma’: Tourism minister Shekhawat

Hindustan Times

Union tourism minister Gajender Singh Shekhawat on Tuesday said Kurukshetra is being developed as a centre point of “Sanatan Dharma”. Addressing the media after attending the first national devasthanam conference organised during the ongoing International Gita Mahotsav at Kurukshetra University, the minister said the Union and the state government are working collectively to develop the holy land on these lines. …

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2 weeks ago

Sikhs Commemorate 349th Martyrdom Day of Guru Teg Bahadur Sahibji

Deccan Chronicle

HYDERABAD: Sikhs observed the 349th martyrdom day of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Teg Bahadur Sahibji, with religious and devotion on Sunday. A large gathering of devotees participated in a Vishaal Kirtan Darbar at the Sitaphalmandi municipal ground, where prayers were offered to the Guru Granth Sahibji. Religious figures, including Bhai Binder Singhji Taantisaaz wale and Giani Nishan Singhji Gandiwind, …

Sikh Guru Teg Bahadur Teg Bahadur Sahibji

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Chakra Theertha Mukkoti at Tirumala on December 12

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: Tirumala, the spiritual hub of devotees, will celebrate one of its most significant festivals – Chakra Theertha Mukkoti – on December 12, coinciding with the auspicious Tamil Karthika Masam, aligning with Suddha Dwadasi, a spiritually potent day as per the lunar calendar. Chakra Theertham is nestled amidst the lush green woods of Seshachala mountain ranges, a few miles to …

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Pomp and splendour mark opening of three-day Sangeetha Neerajanam in Vijayawada

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: Fanfare marked the inaugural ceremony of the three-day Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam at the Tummalapalli Kshetrayya Kalakshetram in Vijayawada on Friday. Describing the event as a celebration of local arts, and music, he underscored the need to promote the State’s culture, Gopi lauded the architectural vision of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and hoped for Telugu culture’s resurgence.He noted that …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Tiruchanur Brahmotsavam concludes on a high note

The Hindu

: The nine-day annual Karthika Brahmotsavam at Sri Padmavathi Ammavari temple in Tiruchanur has concluded on a high note. Tens of thousands of devotees lined up to take a holy dip in Padma Sarovaram on the last day of the Brahmotsavam, on the auspicious day of Panchami Tithi, on Friday morning. The pilgrim centre was caught in a wave of …

Tiruchanur Brahmotsavam

2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Every devotee will be served same prasadam during Shiroor Mutt paryaya’

The Hindu

Udupi Shiroor Mutt seer Vedavardhana Tirtha Swami performed the bale muhoorta on Friday at the mutt’s 1.5 acre orchard to raise a banana plantation for supplying plantain leaf for his forthcoming Paryaya from January 2026 in Udupi. Speaking after performing the muhoorta at 7 am, the seer said the mutt would accord prominence for Annadaana during the Paryaya from January …

Sri Plant Krishna Mutt Sri Krishna Paryaya Shiroor Mutt

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Pt. Ajoy Chakraborty and Purbayan Chatterjee present the nuances of Hindustani music

The Hindu

Purbayan Chatterjee showcased the melodic potential of the sitar to its fullest, offering an aesthetic experience for connoisseurs of music. Purbayan left the audience awe-struck with the popular chota khayal bandish ‘Payaliya jhankar mori’ in Purya Dhanashree. In a rare gesture of a guru acknowledging his inspirational debt to his sishya, Purbayan rendered a captivating ‘dhun’ from the Benaras region …

Itc Raag Ajoy Purbayan

2 weeks, 3 days ago

All set for Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam in Vijayawada

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: The second edition of Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam, a celebration of Carnatic music, traditional crafts, and culinary heritage, will take place at Tummalapalli Kshetrayya Kalakshetram in Vijayawada from December 6 to 8. The programme celebrates legendary Telugu composers, aiming to connect audiences with classical traditions while spotlighting Andhra Pradesh’s cultural legacy. Notable attendees include MP Kesineni Sivanath, Health Minister Y …

Vijayawada

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rathotsavam marks penultimate day of Tiruchanoor Brahmotsavams

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: Sri Padmavathi Devi Ammavaru of the Tiruchanoor Temple rode Her mammoth wooden chariot through the Mada streets as part of the Rathotsavam on the penultimate day of the annual Karthika Brahmotsavams on Thursday morning. With the idol of Padmavathi Devi adorned in a pearl-embellished saree sat gracefully inside the richly decorated Ratham, the chariot proceeded along the temple streets …

Chariot Karthika Brahmotsavams

2 weeks, 4 days ago

What is Gangamma Jathara sequence, the highlight of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2?

India Today

With a lot of hype and buzz throughout the year, more so since 2021, Allu Arjun and Sukumar’s Pushpa 2: The Rule finally released in theatres today. As discussed since the release of the film’s teaser and trailer earlier this year, the standout moment in Pushpa 2: The Rule is an awe-inspiring ‘Gangamma Jathara’ sequence, where Pushpa Raj, clad in …

Festival Local Goddess Tirupati Pushpa Raj Gangamma Jathara

3 weeks, 2 days ago

How Papanasam Sivan shaped the musical landscape of Mylapore

The Hindu

From the streets of Tiruvaiyaru’s Saptastanam to that of Madras’ Mylapore, the early dawn processions during the Tamil month of Margazhi were led by Papanasam Sivan, the only name that comes to mind when you think of Dhanur maasam bhajanai. “He chose his Mudra or signature to be ‘Ramadasa’ — a throwback to his given name of Ramayya and as …

Sivan Procession Krishnan Mylapore Composed Kapaleeswarar Papanasam

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Five dancers explore different facets of Indian culture and mythology

The Hindu

Shilpa Nanjappa, a Kodava, brought out the rich culture and ways of worship of her people and the greatness of River Cauvery through her ‘Tales in Kodava’. ‘Sri mula kanniye, pommale kodu male’, a patriotic song accepted as the anthem of independent Kodagu, blended the legends about the river goddess Kaveri and her present condition. Before concluding her performance with …

Love Mother Her Son Son Rama Shilpa Radhika

1 month ago

In Bali, young girls dance in a traditional Hindu festival threatened by changing times

Associated Press

BALI, Indonesia — Ketut Nita Wahyuni lifts her folded hands prayerfully to her forehead as a priest leads the temple gathering. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Ketut Nita Wahyuni, 11, prepares for school at her home in Geriana Kauh village, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Share Share Copy Link …

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1 month ago

25 poets attend Kavi Sammelan in Kaloji Kalakshetram

Deccan Chronicle

WARANGAL: A grand-scale Kavi Sammelan was organised on Wednesday at Kaloji Kalakshetram in Balasamudram, Hanamkonda district, featuring 25 poets under the auspices of the Kaloji Foundation. Enagala Venkatram Reddy, chairman of the Kakatiya Urban Development Authority and chief guest at the Sammelan, extended his gratitude to Chief Minister Reddy for allocating ₹90 crore for the project. Later in the event, …

Reddy Kuda Sammelan Kalakshetram Kaloji Kavi Sammelan

CM Revanth Reddy dedicates Kaloji Kalakshetram to Telangana people

New Indian Express

HANAMKONDA: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday inaugurated the Kaloji Kalakshetram in Hanamkonda, fulfilling a long-cherished dream of the people and artistes of the region. Stating that Kalakshetram is a fitting tribute to poet, freedom fighter and Telangana activist Kaloji Narayana Rao, the chief minister alleged that the previous BRS government ignored his contribution to Telangana society. “It is …

Telangana Revanth Reddy Kalakshetram Kaloji Kaloji Narayana Rao

1 month ago

East Godavari’s hidden philanthropist brings change through service

New Indian Express

RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM: Akkina Muni Koteswara Rao, a 68-year-old businessman from Raghudevapuram village, Seethanagaram mandal in East Godavari, is a name synonymous with philanthropy and humility. His service activities, including providing safe drinking water, funding education for underprivileged students, and building community infrastructure, have touched countless lives over the last 15 years. In September 2023, during one of the most turbulent times …

Rao Naidu

1 month, 1 week ago

Thane Gurdwara denies claims of removing JP Nadda from premises

Op India

On 15th November, Gurdwara Shri Dashmesh Darbar in Thane issued a statement refuting claims made by Congress leaders and certain media outlets that Bharatiya Janata Party President JP Nadda and other party leaders were removed from the Gurdwara premises for wearing stoles with the party symbol. Shri JP Nadda ji visited our Gurdwara Shri Dashmesh Darbar in Thane today on …

Congress Leaders Bjp Thane Guru Shri Gurdwara

1 month, 1 week ago

555th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Celebrated with Great Pomp

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad:The 555th Prakash Purab of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, was celebrated by thousands of Sikh devotees and people from other faiths across Telangana. The preachers emphasised the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev on national integration, peace, brotherhood, and communal harmony. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people and wished that Guru Nanak’s teachings inspire people to further …

Sikh Nanak Guru Sri Guru Dev Guru Nanak Dev

1 month, 1 week ago

Sangam Shines Bright on Dev Deepavali Ahead of Maha Kumbh

Deccan Chronicle

Prayagraj: Ahead of the Maha Kumbh 2025, the banks of the Sangam, Arail Ghat, the Yamuna near Maujgiri Ashram and Baluaghat here were illuminated with rows of oil lamps on Friday in celebration of Dev Deepawali.According to mythology, Dev Deepawali is celebrated 15 days after Diwali on the full moon night of the Hindu month of Kartik. The district administration …

Dev Deepavali Sangam Shines Shines Bright Sangam Shines Bright

1 month, 1 week ago

Riot of colour marks Janjati Utsav opening in Lucknow

Hindustan Times

It was no less than a riot of colour when tribals turned up in the best of their ethnic finery, on the first day of five-day Antarrashtriya Janjati Bhagidari Utsav. Tribals from across the country performed at Antarrashtriya Janjati Bhagidari Utsav in Lucknow on Friday. The festival began at the UP Sangeet Natak Akademi on Friday, and has been organised …

Dance Tribal

1 month, 1 week ago

Bhai Bala, Bhai Mardana and their part in Guru Nanak Dev's life

Op India

Guru Nanak’s Prakash Utsav, also called Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti or Guru Nanak Dev Gurpurab, commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru. The Bala Janam Sakhi a 16th-century biography of Guru Nanak, written by Bhai Bala states that he latter departed Talvandi at Rai Bular’s request to meet the former at his house in Saidpur. The Mahima …

India Guru Nanak Sikh Nanak Sultanpur Sahib Janam

1 month, 1 week ago

Celebrating the land, its sounds and literature

The Hindu

A villupattu recital titled ‘Bhoomiye Saami’ was presented by Bharathi Thirumagan, daughter of villuppaattu exponent Subbu Arumugam, as part of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s ‘Vazhiya Vaiyagam’ series. Bharathi’s son Kalaimagan, a trained classical musician, presented his grandfather’s song — ‘Rama kaavyam, Janaki maayam’. Subbu Arumugam wrote a song ‘Vayale Vaazhgave’ in Nattai raga, using the mettu of the first, third and …

Dance Earth Song Rama Bharathi Villu Kalaimagan

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Date, timings, history, rituals and significance of Guru Purab

Hindustan Times

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Gurpurab, also known as Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav or Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024 date and timings This year, the auspicious festival will be celebrated by Sikhs around the world with utmost love and reverence on Friday, November 15. According to Drik Panchang, the …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Udupi celebrates Utthana Dwadashi with grand rituals

Deccan Chronicle

Udupi: The sacred occasion of Utthana Dwadashi, marking the awakening of Lord Vishnu from his four-month Yoga Nidra, brings Udupi alive in reverence and joy. Known as Tulasi Pooja day, this festival also marks the beginning of the grand Laksha Deepotsava and Nitya Rathotsava at the famous Sri Krishna Matha, infusing the town with divine energy and age-old traditions that …

Udupi Sri Sri Krishna Dwadashi Grand Rituals Deepotsava Laksha

1 month, 1 week ago

Kaisika Dwadasi Asthanam Held at Tirumala

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: The sacred Kaisika Dwadasi Asthanam was held in the early hours of Wednesday at the Tirumala temple. The rarely-seen idol of Ugra Srinivasa Murty, the Snapana Bera of Lord Venkateswara, was paraded along with Sridevi and Bhudevi in the temple’s Mada Streets from 4.30 am to 5.30 am amidst light drizzles. Ugra Srinivasa Murty, one of the five primary …

Temple Lord Venkateswara Kaisika Dwadasi Asthanam Nambaduvan

1 month, 1 week ago

Lucknow Diary | Varanasi to be decked up with 17L diyas on Nov 15

New Indian Express

Varanasi will celebrate ‘Dev Deepawali’ on November 15 when over 17 lakh diyas will illuminate the ghats, ponds and Kashi Vishwanath Dham. The celebrations will also feature a laser light-and-sound show at Chet Singh Ghat, a green firecracker show in front of KV Dham and a cultural programme at Namo Ghat. Deoband lifts ban on entry of women Asia’s biggest …

Women Ban Dham Lucknow Diary Mahamandaleshwar

1 month, 1 week ago

Guru Nanak Jayanthi celebrations begin

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad:As devotees gather for early morning hymn recitations, followed by grand processions and community meals at gurdwaras, the city fills with the reverence and festivity of Guru Nanak jayanti. Sikhs in Hyderabad and Secunderabad have commenced their week-long celebration for Guru Nanak's Prakash Parb or Revelation Day on November 15. The beauty of the morning processions or Nagar Keertans lies …

Hyderabad Guru Nanak Sikh Nanak Sri Guru Bidar Deccan

1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha perform Ganga aarti in Varanasi

India Today

Actor Parineeti Chopra and AAP MP Raghav Chaddha attended the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi on November 10. Watch the video here: Members of the Ganga Seva Nidhi, including President Sushant Mishra and other officials, welcomed the couple by presenting them with traditional angavastra, prasadam, and a memento. Last month, Parineeti and Raghav welcomed Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati …

Parineeti Ganga Raghav Chadha

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Visit paddy fields, not Musi: Kishan Reddy

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Union minister and BJP state president G. Kishan Reddy advised Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to begin his proposed padayatra from the paddy fields to know the plight of the farmers and charged that the state government had not yet started the paddy procurement at Indira Kranti Patham centres even two months after farmers got their produce. Many farmers …

Kishan Reddy Visit Paddy

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trial run held for chariot ahead of Tiruvannamalai Karthigai Deepam

New Indian Express

TIRUVANNAMALAI: As part of the preparations for the Tiruvannamalai Karthigai Deepam festival, the Maha Ratham trial was conducted between 7 am and 8.30 am along Maha Veedhi on Friday. The 10-day Karthigai Deepam festival at Tiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple will commence on December 4 with the traditional flag hoisting ceremony. Nearly 2,000 police personnel were deployed for the chariot trial, in …

Karthigai Deepam Tiruvannamalai Karthigai Maha Ratham Restored Chariot

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 …

Rituals Ani Atishi Cm Atishi Chhath Puja Chhath Ghats Chhathi Maiya

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 …

Puja Bihar Nitish Kumar Ghat Chhath Patna Jp Nadda

1 month, 2 weeks ago

10-day padayatra for clean Tungabhadra river begins at Sringeri

The Hindu

The 10-day padayatra to ensure a clean Tungabhadra river began at Sringeri in Chikkamagaluru district on Wednesday. Residents of Sringeri, environmentalists, and students took part in the first phase of the march that will end at Harihar in Davangere district on November 15. Bharathi Tirtha Swamy of Sringeri Sharada Peetha inaugurated the padayatra by lighting the lamp. Kumaraswamy, president of …

Sringeri

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vijayalakshmi on Mohiniyattam: ‘It is healing, therapeutic and empowering’

The Hindu

Dancer Vijayalakshmi will give a Mohiniyattam recital at the Bangalore International Centre. My works became unique and were different from what any other Mohiniyattam dancer had ever done.” The dance form also became different from that of her mother’s, Vijayalakshmi says. That is the beauty and power of this classical dance form from Kerala.” Though rooted in ancient times, Vijayalakshmi …

Kerala Form My Mother Her Mother Dancer Odissi Ramcharitmanas

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shakti Vijayotsav: A Celebration of Women's Empowerment and Unity

Deccan Chronicle

A vibrant celebration of Shakti and women's empowerment took place at Punnami Ghat during the Dussehra festivities. Over 25,000 individuals gathered to commemorate Vijayadashami through a blend of spiritual and cultural performances. The event featured over 300 female artists and performers who showcased their talents, connecting with the audience through traditional dances, musical renditions, and drone displays. The gathering emphasized …

Spirituality Women's Empowerment Empowerment Cultural Event

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Devotees Celebrate Karthika Masam with Spectacular Display of Bangles at Durga Temple in Vijayawada

Deccan Chronicle

Thousands of devotees gathered at the Durga temple in Vijayawada to celebrate Karthika Suddha Vidhiya, a day that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. The temple authorities decorated the sanctum sanctorum, the Malleswara Swamy temple, and other sub-temples atop the hill shrine with over five lakh bangles donated by devotees. The event also included the observance of the Gajula …

Law Religion Social Welfare Cultural Events Vijayawada

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Devotees Offer Prayers and Celebrate Govardhan Puja in Braj Region

Hindustan Times

The article describes the ongoing festivities of Diwali in the Braj region, with devotees offering prayers to the deities Goverdhan Girraj and Lord Krishna. The celebrations include open-air prayers, bhandaras, and processions. The article also highlights the traditional belief that Lord Krishna saved the Brajwasis from the wrath of Lord Indra by lifting the hillock Govardhan and using it as …

Law Religion History Mythology Mathura

1 month, 3 weeks ago

A Symphony of Light and Music: Tatvaa Arts Presents a Magical Evening of Hindustani Classical Music in Hyderabad

New Indian Express

A soulful morning of Hindustani Classical music filled the Botanical Gardens of Kondapur as Tatvaa Arts hosted the fourth edition of their festive concert. The stage, surrounded by calm greenery, welcomed the dawn chorus with birds joining the melody. The performance began with a devotional opening of Shri Kameshwari and Durge Bhavani Dayani, followed by a transition to Raag Bhatiyaar, …

Entertainment Culture Nature Music Hyderabad

G. Kishan Reddy Leads Ayyappa Maha Padi Puja at Narayanguda

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