Unique tradition of killing Ravan in Kota: Jethi community tramples clay effigy with their feet

IANS | October 2, 2025 2:10 PM

Kota, Oct 2 (IANS) India is a land of diverse and deeply rooted traditions, and when it comes to Dussehra, each region has its own unique way of symbolising the victory of good over evil. In Rajasthan’s Hadoti region, the small but culturally rich Jethi community upholds a distinctive tradition of ‘killing’ Ravan, not by burning, but by trampling a clay effigy underfoot.

No place like it on Planet Earth: US students in awe of 'Incredible India' after returning home

IANS | September 30, 2025 3:21 PM

Seattle, Sep 30 (IANS) Promoting people-to-people ties, especially among the youth of the two countries, a 10-member student delegation from Montana in the United States visited India recently. After returning home, the students shared their experience about 'Incredible India' during a special welcome reception hosted by Montana Governor Greg Gianforte at the State Capitol in Helena, the Consulate General of India shared on Tuesday, India time.

May this sacred occasion bring happiness, peace: Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend wishes on Maha Ashtami

IANS | September 30, 2025 9:59 AM

New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) On the auspicious occasion of Maha Ashtami, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings to the nation, celebrating Durga Puja and Navratri, invoking the blessings of Maa Durga for peace, prosperity, and well-being.

West Bengal: Harsh Vardhan Shringla inaugurates Durga Puja Pandal of Bagdogra Bibadi Natya Bohumukhi Sangstha

IANS | September 29, 2025 9:18 PM

Bagdogra (West Bengal), Sep 29 (IANS) Rajya Sabha MP and former Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla inaugurated the Durga Puja pandal of the Bagdogra Bibadi Natya Bohumukhi Sangstha and noted the pictures related to Operation Sindoor and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday celebrations displayed in several pandals.

Odisha’s Cuttack Durga Puja world famous for silver, gold filigree work

IANS | September 29, 2025 7:47 PM

Cuttack, Sep 29 (IANS) Odisha’s Cuttack Durga Puja is renowned worldwide for its exquisite gold and silver filigree work. The ornaments adorning the Goddess and the backdrop of the idols are crafted from gold and silver, showcasing remarkable artistry.

Navratri: Devotees flock to temples to worship Mahagauri in Varanasi

IANS | September 29, 2025 10:33 AM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) On the sacred occasion of Saptami, the seventh day of Sharadiya Navratri, the spiritual city of Varanasi witnessed an extraordinary expression of devotion as thousands of devotees gathered to worship Goddess Mahagauri, a revered form of Goddess Durga.

Gautam Adani pays tribute to Zubeen Garg at late singer's Guwahati residence

IANS | September 28, 2025 11:32 PM

Guwahati, Sep 28 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Sunday, visited the Kahilipara residence of late singer Zubeen Garg here to pay tribute to the state's cultural icon whose demise has left the people in the region in deep mourning.

India striving to include 'Chhath Puja' for UNESCO heritage status, PM Modi highlights in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | September 28, 2025 11:35 AM

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) In his latest 126th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' address on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is actively working to include Chhath Puja in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, a move aimed at "recognising the deep cultural and spiritual significance of the festival".

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, son visit BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

IANS | September 27, 2025 9:34 PM

Abu Dhabi, Sep 27 (IANS) Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World and Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, along with his son Ghanim Bin Sulayem, visited the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi.

Ravana effigy makers in Delhi get orders from US, Canada ahead of Dussehra

IANS | September 27, 2025 6:07 PM

New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) As Dussehra preparations gather momentum across India, the iconic Tatarpur Ravana Market in Delhi's Tagore Garden, a 70-year-old hub for effigy-making, is once again buzzing with life. This year, the festive spirit has gone global, as artisans here are getting orders from the US, Canada for effigies of Ravana, Meghnath, and Kumbhakarna.

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Unique tradition of killing Ravan in Kota: Jethi community tramples clay effigy with their feet

No place like it on Planet Earth: US students in awe of 'Incredible India' after returning home

May this sacred occasion bring happiness, peace: Prez Murmu, PM Modi extend wishes on Maha Ashtami

West Bengal: Harsh Vardhan Shringla inaugurates Durga Puja Pandal of Bagdogra Bibadi Natya Bohumukhi Sangstha

Odisha’s Cuttack Durga Puja world famous for silver, gold filigree work

Navratri: Devotees flock to temples to worship Mahagauri in Varanasi

Gautam Adani pays tribute to Zubeen Garg at late singer's Guwahati residence

India striving to include 'Chhath Puja' for UNESCO heritage status, PM Modi highlights in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, son visit BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

Ravana effigy makers in Delhi get orders from US, Canada ahead of Dussehra

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