The Ganesh idol immersion processions have wrapped up, making way for the annual Milad-un-Nabi celebrations that were postponed for public safety and communal harmony. The State government and Muslim groups decided to reschedule key events, such as the AIMIM-organised Jalsa Rahmatul-lil-Alameen and the annual All India Majlis-e-Tameer-e-Millat public meeting. The Markazi Milad Juloos Committee also…
The Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Mumbai and Maharashtra concluded with processions for the immersion of Lord Ganesh idols. Crowds gathered in various areas to bid farewell to the idols, with Lalbaugcha Raja being a significant attraction. Over 24,000 police personnel were deployed for security, and thousands of idols were immersed in artificial ponds and natural…
Orry, an internet sensation, tried pani puri for the first time in a recent Instagram post. The video shows him sipping the tangy-spicy water and eating the entire puri in one go. The post has garnered over 10 million views, with comments poking fun at Orry’s first-time experience. Fans joked about his previous mix-up with…
Officials have been instructed to repair roads before the Ganesh Chaturthi festival begins. The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation is reviving 74 artificial ponds at various lakes for immersion, sparking a debate over the need for more such ponds in the city. Environmentalists are concerned that the ponds are insufficient for larger idols made of Plaster…
Ganesh Chaturthi is a time for vibrant rituals, delicious dishes, and devotion. Saffron, a spice symbolizing purity and prosperity, plays a key role in the celebrations. In Hindu traditions, saffron is used in rituals to purify and sanctify, inviting blessings into the home. In food, saffron adds rich flavor and aroma to festive treats like…
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are in full swing with dancing, praying to Lord Ganesha, and enjoying modaks. Bollywood celebrities like Mrunal Thakur, Bhumi Pednekar, and Shraddha Kapoor shared their festive moments on Instagram. Mrunal finally indulged in modaks, joking that one was “crying in the corner.” Bhumi tried making modaks for the first time using her…
Tamil Nadu BJP youth wing president Vinoj P Selvam criticized actor and TVK founder Vijay for not wishing for Ganesh Chaturthi, calling it appeasement of minorities and copying the DMK style. Vinoj expressed disappointment in Vijay’s actions and urged the public to understand his ideology. In another incident, TN BJP spokesperson A N S Prasad…
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde celebrated the beginning of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival with a ritual at his official residence in Mumbai. Along with his family, he prayed for the well-being of the state and its farmers, especially after good rainfall this year. Other political leaders like Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Shiv Sena…
Apartment complexes in Bengaluru are celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with great enthusiasm and fervour. Residents are organizing traditional rituals, musical evenings, workshops, and cultural events to make the festival memorable. Many complexes are opting for eco-friendly celebrations by using clay Ganeshas and managing festivities in an environmentally friendly manner. Residents are coming together to participate in…
Two workers of Mulund Cha Raja Ganpati Mandal were hit by a speeding car in Mumbai, resulting in one worker’s death and the other in critical condition. The incident occurred at 4 AM on the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi. The Navghar police have registered a case and are searching for the driver responsible. The…