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Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of mahaparv
Delhi | November 19, 2023 10:12 ISTChhath Puja 2023: The advisory further stated that there will be no restrictions for New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station, Nizamuddin Railway Station, and the ISBT, but people should leave in advance and keep sufficient time to accommodate possible delays in routes.
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Chhath Puja 2023 Day 1: Nahay Khay rituals, puja vidhi and more
Lifestyle | November 17, 2023 6:00 ISTChhath festival starts with Nahay Khay, which falls this year on November 17. On this day, the devotees take a ritualistic bath in a holy river or any other nearby water body before sunrise. Scroll down to know more deets about fasting, shubh muhurat of the first day of Chhath festival.
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Chhath Puja 2023: MCD to allocate Rs 40,000 per ward to augment street lights
Delhi | October 20, 2023 18:07 ISTChhath Puja 2023: Chhath festival is primarily celebrated in states of India like- Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. During the puja, people fast, bathe in rivers, and mainly offer prayers to thank the Sun God for bestowing the bounties of life on earth and fulfilling wishes.
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MCD election: Congress’ big promise related to 'chhath' | How Purvanchalis voters play up in polls
Elections | November 28, 2022 15:35 ISTMCD election 2022: Congress is eying 1.46 crore Purvanchalis voters who live in the national capital.
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Delhi Revenue Minister Kailash Gahlot visits ghats in city ahead of Chhath, oversees preparations
India | October 29, 2022 12:42 ISTThe department is making arrangements for tents, tables, chairs, lighting, sound system, CCTV, power backup etc at all the Chhath puja sites.
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Chhath Puja 2022: Delhi government allocates Rs 25 crore for festival arrangements
India | October 14, 2022 12:06 ISTChhath Puja 2022: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal urged people to pray to Chhathi Maiyya not just for themselves but for the country for relief from the coronavirus.
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Assam: 10 killed in truck-autorickshaw collision while returning from Chhath Puja celebration
India | November 11, 2021 14:25 ISTThe autorickshaw driver died in the accident while the truck driver fled the spot with the vehicle, he said, adding that a manhunt has been launched to nab him.
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Millions offer 'arghya' to rising Sun as Chhath festival concludes
India | November 11, 2021 10:24 ISTThis year, the Chhath festival began on Nov 8 with 'Nahai Khai' ritual and will conclude on Nov 11 with devotees performing 'Usha Arghya'.
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People celebrate fourth day of Chhath Puja festival
Lifestyle | November 11, 2021 7:12 ISTThe third day of the auspicious festival is celebrated with Sandhya Arghya during which devotees take a dip in the holy water and worship sun and Chhathi Maiyya. This is done during the evening and will be done today ie on November 10. Here's everything you need to know about the big day from significance to puja vidhi and mantra. Not only this, also check out how people are celebrating the third day here!
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PM Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind greet nation on occasion of 'Chhath Puja'
India | November 10, 2021 11:03 IST'Chhath Puja' is celebrated widely across north India, especially in Bihar and eastern UP.
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Delhi: Devotees take a dip in toxic Yamuna water as Chhath Puja festivities commence
India | November 08, 2021 14:07 ISTThis year, the festival began on November 8 with the 'Nahai Khai' ritual and will conclude on November 11 with devotees performing 'Usha Arghya' (prayers to the rising sun).
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Good news! Indian Railways to operate special trains for Diwali, Chhath Puja | Check list here
India | November 03, 2021 12:59 ISTThis special arrangement is made for the passengers traveling to their native places to celebrate festivals with their families.
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Delhi: Chhath Puja celebrations at designated sites except Yamuna river bank, says DDMA
India | October 29, 2021 18:23 ISTThe DDMA had on Tuesday given its nod to allow Chhath Puja in Delhi. The authority further said designated sites shall be identified and managed by the respective district magistrate in coordination with concerned departments agencies.
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Arvind Kejriwal government allows Chhath celebrations in Delhi
India | October 27, 2021 16:25 ISTMeanwhile, on Tuesday BJP launched a special COVID-19 inoculation drive for 10,000 people who would be performing Chhath Puja across the city.
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Amid COVID pandemic, No 'Chhath Puja' at public places, river banks, temples: Delhi government
India | September 30, 2021 16:16 ISTThe DDMA clarified that no standing or squatting will be allowed at festive events and only sitting on chairs with social distancing will be permitted.
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Hal Shasti 2021: Today is 'Halshasti' fast, know the worship method and story
Astrology | August 28, 2021 10:09 ISTToday is Hal shasti fast. This festival is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Shri Balramji. By fasting on this day, children are obtained and those who already have children, their children's age, health and wealth increase.
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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar takes part in Chhath Puja | IN PICS
India | November 21, 2020 11:05 ISTAlong with millions of people across India, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also took part in Chhath Puja, a festival which is dedicated to the Solar deity 'Surya' and his sister 'Shashti Devi' (Chhathi Maiya).
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This is how Chhath Puja celebrated across the country amid COVID-19 scare
Lifestyle | November 20, 2020 22:24 ISTThe four-day celebrations of Chhath Puja have begun across the country with restrictions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic. Watch special report by Jyoti Jaiswal
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Maharashtra govt creates artificial pond for devotees to celebrate Chhath Puja amid coronavirus scare
Lifestyle | November 20, 2020 21:32 ISTAmid rise in coronavirus cases across the country, Mumbai government created artificial pond for devoteees to celebrate Chhath Puja. The govt had already ban the celebration of Chhath Puja near beaches.
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'Chhath Puja deeply rooted in nature and nature worship': PM Modi message on festival
India | November 20, 2020 19:23 ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted people on Chhath Puja and wished happiness and prosperity for all.
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