festivals

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the occasions of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, and Cheti Chand. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that in a message, the Lieutenant Governor stated, "On this auspicious...

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended his warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri. According to reports from Akashvani Jammu, in a message, the Chief Minister stated that Navratri marks the beginning of the New Year and symbolizes the triumph of truth...

Nagpur, March 19 Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis greeted people on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and the Hindu New Year on Thursday, reaffirming his commitment to propel the state forward and bring positive change in every person's life.The CM participated in a 'shobhayatra'...

Jammu, March 18 Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, and Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, and Cheti Chand, on Wednesday.In a message, the Lt Governor said, "On this auspicious...

Bengaluru, March 18 Kannada & Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi said on Wednesday that the Karnataka government was in favor of imposing a ban on disc jockeys (DJs) playing "item songs" and loud music at cultural events and processions.The minister was responding to his cabinet colleague...

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended his warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri. According to a report by Akashvani Jammu, in a message, the Chief Minister stated that Navratri marks the beginning of the New Year and symbolizes the triumph of truth...

New Delhi, March 18 President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to citizens on the eve of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Cheti Chand, Navreh, and Sajibu Cheiraoba festivals on Wednesday.The celebration of these festivals on the arrival of the New Year symbolizes India's rich cultural...

New Delhi, March 17 – Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera sharply criticised the prevailing atmosphere in the country on Tuesday, alleging that festivals that once symbolized shared joy and harmony have been transformed over the past 10 to 12 years into occasions for raucous processions and...

Patna, March 16 BJP national president Nitin Nabin said on Monday that this year's Ram Navami celebrations in Patna will be as grand as West Bengal's Durga Puja and Maharashtra's Ganesh Chaturthi.Nabin, who has been organizing Ram Navami processions in the city for years as a Bihar MLA, said...

Patna, March 16 – The festival of Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Rama, will be celebrated with great fanfare in Patna this year. BJP national president Nitin Nabin announced this on Monday.The Shri Shri Ram Navami Shobhayatra Abhinandan Samiti has already intensified preparations...

Ahead of the upcoming Navratri and Eid al-Fitr festivals, Krishan Lal chaired a meeting in Doda to review preparedness and arrangements. Representatives from various departments, members of civil society, and representatives of the Beopar Mandal attended the meeting.The Deputy Commissioner...

Meerut (UP), March 14 Ahead of Eid, the Meerut Police have identified around 100 individuals as potential sources of law and order concerns and plan to issue them "red card" notices, an official said on Saturday.These individuals have previously been the subject of complaints for causing...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, which will be celebrated today. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that in a message, the Lieutenant Governor said...

In light of the upcoming Navratri and Eid-ul-Fitr festivals, the Udhampur district administration has increased efforts to regulate markets, maintain hygiene standards, and prevent overcharging.As part of these efforts, a team led by the Tehsildar of Udhampur conducted inspections in the...

Lucknow, March 10 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed law and order and administrative preparedness on Tuesday in view of upcoming festivals, examinations for recruitment of sub-inspectors, and other key events, and directed officials to maintain heightened vigilance and...

Nashik, March 8 People celebrated by jumping into ponds filled with coloured water, a tradition associated with the Peshwa era, in Nashik, marking the Rangpanchami festival on Sunday.Traditionally, the festival of colours was celebrated on the fifth day after the Holi bonfires were lit...

New Tehri, March 6 Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Friday that Tehri Lake is rapidly emerging not only as a tourist destination but also as a global hub for adventure sports.After inaugurating the four-day Tehri Lake Festival 'Himalayan O-2' here, Dhami said, "Tehri Lake...

Barpeta celebrates Doul UtsavThe Doul Utsav is being celebrated in Barpeta today with great enthusiasm. The festive atmosphere has been evident throughout the town since early morning, with the air filled with the melodies of traditional Holi songs.Alongside the celebrations, various...

Guwahati, March 6 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday emphasized the importance of preserving the state's rich cultural heritage, stating that the right political choice can help take Assam's traditions from local roots to the global stage.In a post on the social media...

The Jammu Railway Division of Northern Railways has announced the addition of an extra third AC (3AC) coach to the Jammu Rajdhani Express to accommodate passengers during peak travel times, particularly during festivals, and to reduce the waiting list. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports...