Chhath Puja
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Chhath Puja 2024: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects ghats, reviews preparations in Patna
Bihar | Nov 02, 2024, 11:54 PM ISTChhath Puja 2024, celebrated on November 7 (Thursday), is a vibrant festival dedicated to the Sun God and his consort, Chhathi Maiya.
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Chhath Puja 2024: Delhi government declares public holiday on November 7
Delhi | Nov 01, 2024, 05:49 PM ISTChhath Puja 2024: Chhath Puja is widely celebrated by 'Purvanchalis' (natives of Bihar and eastern UP) after Diwali, in which devotees, mostly women, worship the Sun god and perform the ritual of 'Arghya' standing in knee-deep water.
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Eastern Railways launches special festive trains for Diwali, Chhath Puja | Full schedule inside
India | Oct 30, 2024, 12:23 PM ISTEastern Railway has introduced the “Trains on Demand” scheme with 50 special trains and 400 additional services for Diwali and Chhath Puja. This expansion aims to accommodate increased passenger demand and ensure smoother travel.
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India's longest Vande Bharat Express on Delhi-Patna route starts operation today: Check timing, fare
Business | Oct 30, 2024, 11:11 AM ISTVande Bharat Express: The new train will cover an approximate distance of 994 kilometres and offer passengers a swift and luxurious travel experience. It will complete the journey from New Delhi to Patna in just 11 hours and 35 minutes.
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November 2024 Bank Holidays: 13 days of bank closures across India, details inside
Personal Finance | Oct 29, 2024, 02:50 PM ISTGet the complete list of bank holidays in November 2024 with 13 closures across India, including Diwali, Chhath Puja, and Guru Nanak Jayanti. Know which states are affected and plan for banking needs. Access digital banking during these holidays.
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Indian Railways announces over 200 new trains for Diwali and other festivals | Complete detail insid
Business | Oct 29, 2024, 01:32 PM ISTEarlier on October 24, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Indian Railways will run 7,000 trains during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals this year as compared to 4,500 last year.
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VIDEO: Passengers crammed into train toilets as people leave for Bihar for Diwali, Chhath Puja
Trending | Oct 28, 2024, 04:43 PM ISTDespite Indian Railways deploying additional festival special trains, the overwhelming demand has left many passengers without confirmed tickets, forcing them into overcrowded general compartments or even the train’s toilets.
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Good news for Bihar travellers! Railway rolls out Diwali and Chhath Puja special trains | FULL LIST
India | Oct 28, 2024, 04:07 PM ISTDiwali and Chhath Puja special trains: Indian Railways has announced that it will run special trains for people going to Bihar for Diwali and Chhath Puja. If you are also planning to visit your home for festivals, then see the complete list of special trains and their time.
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Big update for Delhi-NCR train travellers: THIS key service suspended during Diwali-Chhath rush
India | Oct 28, 2024, 06:18 AM ISTDelhi-NCR railway stations have implemented a significant new measure for Diwali and Chhath Puja. This will have more impact on the people accompanying the passengers.
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Diwali special trains: Indian Railways launches two trains between Mumbai, Gorakhpur, check timings
Business | Oct 27, 2024, 01:21 PM ISTDiwali Special Trains: The Indian Railways said the first unreserved special train (No.01019) will depart from CSMT Mumbai at 2:30 PM on October 28, 2024, and arrive at Gorakhpur station at 11:00 PM the following day.
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Vande Bharat Express to run on Lucknow-Chhapra route for Chhath Puja, Diwali: Check schedule
Business | Oct 27, 2024, 12:37 PM ISTThe Indian Railways said it has planned four trips of the Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Patna, and 113 trips between Lucknow and Chhapra for the Chhath Puja and Diwali celebrations.
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Diwali-Chhath Puja 2024: Indian Railways to run 7,000 special trains this festive season
India | Oct 24, 2024, 04:45 PM ISTIn anticipation of a huge rush in passenger traffic during the festive season, Indian Railways operates special trains each year. Similarly, this year, several special trains have been announced to accommodate the large crowds and ensure smooth travel for passengers during the holiday period.
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Bihar school holidays extended due to Chhath Puja, check when classes will resume
Education | Oct 23, 2024, 07:51 PM ISTBihar School closing news update: The Education Department has amended the Bihar government schools' holiday calendar in view of the Chhath Puja festival. The decision comes after considering the requests from teachers' association.
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India's longest Vande Bharat Express from Delhi to Patna to start on Oct 30: Check timing, fare
Business | Oct 23, 2024, 05:44 PM ISTCrossing approximately 994 kilometres, this will be India’s longest Vande Bharat Express, offering passengers a fast, comfortable, and luxurious travel option across multiple states.
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Indian Railways launches 40 special trains for Durga Puja, Diwali, Chhath Puja: Check list, route
Business | Aug 30, 2024, 05:08 PM ISTIndian Railways Latest News: The Indian Railways decided to run 40 trips of Puja special trains between Rewa-Rani Kamalapati-Rewa, Rani Kamalapati-Danapur-Rani Kamalapati and Jabalpur-Danapur-Jabalpur.
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Chhath Puja 2023 Last Day: Offer Arghya to rising sun, know puja vidhi, shubh muhurat
Lifestyle | Nov 20, 2023, 07:13 AM ISTToday i.e. on November 20, the fasting people will offer Arghya to the rising sun, and with this the great festival of Chhath will end. Know about the auspicious time to offer Arghya to the rising Sun.
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Chhath Pooja 2023:1000 artificial Chhath ghats prepared in Delhi
News | Nov 19, 2023, 07:03 PM ISTChhath Pooja 2023: Today is the third day of the folk faith festival Chhath...and today Arghya will be offered to the setting sun...
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Bihar: Two groups clash over Chhath puja ghat in Buxar district, six injured
Bihar | Nov 19, 2023, 01:48 PM ISTBihar news: The villagers of Dera claimed that every year the devotees from their village offered prayers at Mahadeva Ghat, but this time the villagers of Kathgharwa occupied their place at the ghat.
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Chhath Puja 2023: PM Modi, CM Yogi extend wishes to nation on auspicious occasion of mahaparv
India | Nov 19, 2023, 10:08 AM ISTChhath Puja 2023: Along with the Sun God, Chhathi Maiya is also worshipped on this day. According to Vedic astrology, Chhathi Maiya (or Chhathi Mata) protects children from diseases and problems and gives them long lives and good health.
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Chhath Puja 2023 Day 3: Know the time and mantra of sunset
Lifestyle | Nov 19, 2023, 06:46 AM ISTToday, on the third day of Chhath Puja, the first Arghya will be offered to the sun. Moreover, the setting sun is also worshiped on this day.