In India, Navratri is celebrated in a wide range of ways. Ramlila, a celebration in which scenes from the Ramayana are performed, is organised in various parts of the country. The burning of King Ravana's effigies marks the story's conclusion on Vijayadashami.
Shardiya Navratri 2022: This year, Goddess Durga will come on an elephant. In Hindu scriptures, each vehicle of Maa Durga holds a different and unique significance.
Goddess Kalratri, as her name suggests means 'kaal' or death while 'ratri' means night. She drives away darkness and negativity and represents herself as a death of Kaal that appeared like a dark night for demons.
Goddess Katyayani, who happens to be Maa Parvati's sixth avatar is worshipped on the sixth day of Chaitra Navratri. This day marks the celebration of the victory of good over evil.
Devotees worship the first avatar of Goddess Durga-- Shailputri, on the first day of Navratri. In Sanskrit, Shailputri is an amalgamation of two words- 'Shail' which means mountains and 'Putri' which means daughter. Goddess Shailputri is the daughter of Himalaya.
DCP North Sagar Singh said that the organiser has been asked to follow the COVID-19 protocol at Red Fort during the Dussehra celebrations.
Shardiya Navratri Day 2: Know from Acharya Indu Prakash, how will your day be based on your zodiac sign. Not only this but he will also guide measures which might help you to improve your day.
The decision to reopen the temples was taken keeping in view the upcoming Navratri festival which begins on October 7.
The auspicious nine days of Chaitra Navratri have finally begun on April 13. During the pious days of Navratri, the Hindus skip or alter several ingredients from their meals, according to their family traditions. During the fasting process, people completely avoid onion, garlic, alcohol, meat, and more. So as you prepare for the nine-day fasting period, here are some quick to make and yummy to eat recipes
The popular Navratri festival will not be celebrated in Gujarat this year as Chief Minister Vijay Rupani-led govt in the state on Saturday announced that it would not permit any Garba event anywhere due to the pandemic.
Navratri 2020 Day 2: On Day 2, people worship Maa Brahmacharini, which is said to be the unmarried avatar of Goddess Parvati. It is believed that she governs the planet of Mangal and carries a rosary in one hand and kamandal in the other.
On the ninth day of Navaratri, one of the nine forms of Maa Durga which is Maa Siddhidatri is worshipped.
On the eighth day of Navaratri, one of the nine forms of Maa Durga which is Maa Mahagauri is worshipped. This day is also known as Ashtami.
On the fifth day of Navaratri, another avatar of Maa Durga which is Maa Katyayani - the warrior goddess is worshipped.
On the third day of Navaratri, another avatar of Maa Durga which is Maa Kushmanda is worshipped. The form of Goddess Kushmanda signifies light in the darkness.
Navratri 2018: Many Hindu followers visit popular temples in Delhi during Navratri to seek Maa Durga's blessings. So, you can also explore these temples and enjoy the festival at its best!
Jammu, Oct 5 : With final touches being given to beautification of Katra, the base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi, the annual nine-day long Navratra festival is set to commence from October 8. The Navratra
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