Shri Chandreshwar Mahadev Temple in Rishikesh celebrated the festival of colours, Holi, on wednesday. On the auspicious occasion of Holi, the Shivling at the temple was beautifully adorned with abeer, gulal, and flowers. During the morning aarti today, the devotees offered gulal to the Sh
"Millions of people come to Kashi every year in the final stage of their lives seeking moksha. Is your intention to betray these devotees?" Mallikarjun Kharge asked.
"The cave of Timmarsain Mahadev, located in Niti village of Chamoli district, is famous for its amazing natural Shivling formation. For the darshan of Timmarsain Mahadev during the winter pilgrimage of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, do visit Chamoli, " said Uttarakhand Chief Minister.
The Swadeshi Mela is organised with an objective of encouraging local artisans, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs for three days starting from September 16 to September 19 in Bhopal. It will create significant employment opportunities for small groups.
The Jammu and Kashmir Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums announced the discovery of the ancient Shivling, expertly carved from stone, measuring 137 cm in length and 160 cm in width.
Amid chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Om Namah Shivaya,' early morning aarti was performed at Ghaziabad's Dudheshwar Mahadev Temple as devotees gathered in large numbers to mark the second Monday of the holy month of Sawan one of the most sacred periods dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Hind
"This Yatra is a matter of faith, in which Shiv devotees bring water from Haridwar and other holy places barefoot and perform Jalabhishek of Shivlings at their respective places. In order to maintain the religious atmosphere on this auspicious occasion, it is necessary to issue instructions
He announced that the sacred relic, broken into pieces by Mughal ruler Muhammad Ghazni in 1026 AD, had been recovered and would undergo a 40-day purification ritual before its consecration.
A grand 6.25 km long Nagar Shobha Yatra of Goddess Bhadrakali was held in Ahmedabad city on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. More than 50 vehicles could be seen participating in the religious procession on Wednesday.
A 'Shivling' was allegedly stolen from a temple in Gujarat's Devbhumi Dwarka on the night before Mahashivratri, following which a multi-agency search operation called to recover it, officials said.