New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Mahashivratri, one of the most revered festivals in the Hindu calendar, is being celebrated across India with immense fervour and devotion. This sacred occasion, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is observed on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of Phalguna (falling between February and March) according to the Hindu lunar … Read more
Srinagar, Feb 25 (IANS) As the Kashmiri Pandit community celebrates its holiest religious festival of Mahashivratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted people on this auspicious occasion. PM Modi said on X, “Herath Poshte!” “This festival is closely associated with the vibrant culture of our Kashmiri Pandit sisters and brothers.” “On this auspicious occasion, … Read more
JAMMU, FEBRUARY 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the occasion of Mahashivratri, which will be celebrated tomorrow on February 26. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, I convey my hearty greetings and felicitations to all and wish them health, happiness … Read more
Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Feb 25 (IANS) The Controversy Surrounding The Worship of the Raghava Chaitanya Shivling, Installed with the Premises of the Ladle Mashak Dargah, Has resurfaced Durne Mahashivratri in Kalaburagi District of Karnataka. On Tuesday, the Kalaburagi court, while considering a petition filed by Hindu organisations, granted permission for the worship of the Raghava Chaitanya … Read more
Prayagraj, Feb 25 (IANS) As the festival of Mahashivratri approaches, Kashi is brimming with devotion and excitement, with preparations in full swing at the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The administration has meticulously planned for a smooth and spiritual experience as thousands of devotees flock to the temple for the sacred event that is coinciding with … Read more
Prayagraj, Feb 24 (IANS) As the Maha Kumbh Mela draws to a close, the Uttar Pradesh (UP) government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the final holy bath, or ‘Amrit Snan,’ on Mahashivratri proceeds without a hitch. With millions of devotees expected to descend upon Prayagraj for this auspicious occasion, authorities are ramping … Read more
Chennai, Feb 24 (IANS) The Madras High Court has dismissed a writ petition seeking to halt the Mahashivratri celebrations scheduled for the night of February 26-27 at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore district. A Division Bench comprising Justices S.M. Subramaniam and K. Rajasekar on Monday rejected the petition filed by S.T. Sivagnanam, a neighbouring … Read more