KENDRAPARA: The trend of grooms travelling to wedding venues on palanquins has seen a considerable rise in Kendrapara recently.Many grooms now opt for decorativ ...

Chaitra Navratri 2026: Chaitra Navratri is one of the most sacred festivals in Hinduism, celebrating the divine power of ...

Kendrapada: Palanquins are meant only for brides and queens? Such stereotypes are passé. Nowadays, grooms have staked a claim to the special privilege, especially in the coastal district of Kendrapada ...

Chaitra Navratri 2026: In 2026, Chaitra Navratri will begin on March 19, 2026. This date will also mark the beginning of the Hindu New Year, which is considered extremely auspicious and significant.

Chaitra Navratri 2026 begins on 19 March with Ghatasthapana. Goddess Durga will arrive on a doli (palanquin). Pratipada tithi ...

Chhath Puja 2026: Chhath Puja is one of the most revered festivals dedicated to the worship of Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. Known for its deep spiritual discipline and devotion, it is ...

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A short promotional film challenging the traditional view in India that a married daughter must stay with her husband in ...

Ashutosh Brahmachari, who has filed a child abuse case against religious leader Avimukteshwarananda, has filed a fresh case, ...

All nine days are dedicated to nine forms of Goddess Shakti, and each day is associated with a specific colour. Wearing colours according to the day brings prosperity and luck.

Speaking at an event in Pune, Nitin Gadkari unveiled six key infrastructure projects for the division, including major corridors and highway upgrades ...

During the nine days of Navratri, different forms of the Goddess are worshipped. Each form bestows special blessings and removes planetary obstacles.