Devotees took holy dip in Ganga river on the occasion of Buddha Purnima in Haridwar on May 23. Large number of devotees thronged the 'Har ki Pauri' to take bath on the pious occasion. Buddha Purnima which marks as the day of incarnation of Lord Vishnu on Earth is being celebrated on May 23. With a belief that bathing in the holy river on Buddha Purnima and worshipping the river gives the benefit of immense virtue, devotees across the country reached the banks of River Ganga in Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Devotees also took a holy dip at Sangam in Prayagraj. The festival is prominently celebrated among the Hindus and Buddhists. Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, is celebrated by Buddhists worldwide. On this day, people cherish Buddha's life and teachings Watch video.
23 May,2024 11:18 AM IST
Maha Shivratri 2024 is here and this brings us to one of the biggest festivals in India devoted to Lord Shiva. There are many Jyotirlingas in India that are considered different manifestations of Shiva. While none of the Jyotirlingas happens to be in Mumbai, two ancient temples within the Mumbai city carry tales of miracles, faith and Shiva’s grace. During Shivratri, Shiva devotees flock to these temples just to catch a glimpse of their beloved Lord Shiva. The Babulnath temple in Mumbai located in Mumbai near Girgaon Chowpatty situated at a little hill is one of those temples. Just a few km away from the Babulnath temple, lies the legendary Walkeshwar temple. The story of the Walkeshwar temple is as endearing as that of the beautiful Banganga Tank next to it. What is the story behind these legendary temples and what’s inside? On the occasion of the Mahashivratri, as you do your Shivratri puja vidhi to worship Lord Shiva, don’t you miss out on visiting these Shiva temples in Mumbai.
06 March,2024 08:38 PM IST
Parts of Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rain on July 26, bringing respite from hot and humid conditions. Due to the downpour, parts of Delhi-NCR experienced waterlogging. Meanwhile, several areas of Noida witnessed severe waterlogging. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded in Noida’s Echotech area due to a rise in the water level of the Hindon River on July 25. The vehicles were seen almost submerged in the water making it ‘Water Parking’. Several houses were also submerged in the low-lying areas on July 23. Light to moderate rains were witnessed in parts of the NCR, including Noida, in the early hours of July 25. Amidst heavy rainfall in parts of the country, the IMD has issued alerts for Maharashtra, Haryana, Chandigarh, UP, Rajasthan, HP, and Uttarakhand.
26 July,2023 03:55 PM IST | Mumbai
Under construction Aguwani-Sultanganj bridge in Bihar’s Bhagalpur collapsed in the Ganga river on June 04. The moment when the bridge collapsed was caught on video by locals Moreover, in 2022, a large portion of the bridge collapsed due to a heavy storm. Further details awaited. Since May 2, 2015, the inauguration of this bridge, which is being built at a cost of 1710 crores, has failed 7 deadlines so far.
05 June,2023 11:38 AM IST | Bihar
Protesting wrestlers reached Haridwar on May 30 to immerse their medals in river Ganga. as a mark of protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh over sexual harassment allegations. Meanwhile, Farmer leader Naresh Tikait arrived in Haridwar and took medals from the wrestlers and sought five-day time. Amid this, Indian Boxer and Congress leader Vijender Singh showed support to the Indian wrestlers. He appealed to the people of India to come in support of the players. Meanwhile, reacting to the ongoing protests, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and the President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said that he will hang himself if proven guilty. Sports Minister Anurag Thakur talked to the media regarding the wrestler’s protest and he asked the wrestlers to have faith in the police and judiciary.
01 June,2023 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai
In the eye of a storm after having numerous counts of the allegation levelled against him, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and the President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said that he will hand himself if proven guilty. "If a single allegation against me is proven, I will hang myself. If you (wrestlers) have any evidence, present it to the Court and I am ready to accept any punishment," said Brij Bhushan
31 May,2023 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on May 30 sharply reacted to the ace Indian wrestlers’ decision of immersing their medals in river Ganga as a mark of protest against the WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, demanding his arrest. He expressed displeasure and called it a disgrace to the nation. Mamata Banerjee, Farooq Abdullah also slammed centre and demanded FIR against Brij Bhushan.
31 May,2023 02:52 PM IST | Mumbai
Farmer leader Naresh Tikait arrived in Haridwar on May 30 where wrestlers gathered to immerse their medals in river Ganga. He took their medals from the wrestlers and sought five-day time. Indian wrestlers reached Haridwar to mark their protest against WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations. Protesting wrestlers returned from Haridwar after Farmer leader Naresh Tikait intervened and sought five-day time from them.
31 May,2023 11:24 AM IST | Mumbai
External affairs minister S Jaishankar heaped praises on PM Modi's leadership and diplomacy citing examples of Operation Ganga and Vande Bharat and said leaders, ideology, and beliefs matter but the thinking that PM Modi represents will be a bigger part of the national thinking.
03 October,2022 05:24 PM IST | Mumbai
The Bollywood composer embarks on a 3,000 km bicycle expedition along the banks of the Ganga and collaborates with musicians at different locations of his journey to produce music alongside the river
03 October,2022 05:21 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
