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Ancient Sun Temples of Prabhas region are testimony to legacy of Sun worsh
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In the Puranas, the Prabhas region is referred to as Bhaskar Kshetra because the Sun God was believed to shine here with his full radiant powers. According to legend, the Sun God dedicated 12 of his 16 divine rays to the 12 Sun temples in the Prabhas region, further underscoring the area'
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan offers 'Usha Arghya' on conclusion of Ch
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In a post on the social media platform X, Pradhan described Chhath Puja as a festival that exemplifies sun worship and reflects the faith of the people, highlighting that it is a symbol of the depth of Indian culture, a penance honouring maternal power, and a gesture of gratitude towards
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Devotees offer 'Usha Arghya' on last day of Chhath Puja
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Devotees from across the nation are preparing to offer "Usha Arghya" to the rising sun on the last day of Chhath Puja during the early hours of Tuesday. The devotees have reached the river banks to witness the rising sun with all the religious material required for conducting the Puja. Read More
Devotees in southern plains of Nepal pray for end of disasters as they obs
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Arsiya Devi began preparations for Chhath Puja at her mud-thatched home in the southern plains of Nepal, arranging all the essentials to offer to the setting Sun and Chhath Maiya. Apart from praying for her family's well-being and prosperity, this year her prayers are focused on seeking r
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Devotees across country offer evening Arghya as Chhath celebrations reach
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Today marks the third day of the Chhath Mahaparv, with devotees across the country offering the traditional evening Arghya to the setting Sun as part of the ongoing four-day festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God.
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Chhath Puja is symbol of India's unity, spiritual upliftment and ancient h
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his wishes on the occasion of Chhath Puja festivity. He said that the festival is a symbol of India's unity, spiritual upliftment and ancient heritage.
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Women prepare Thekua prasad to offer 'Arghya' to setting Sun on third day
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Celebrations of Chhath Puja are in full swing across Varanasi, with women meticulously preparing Thekua prasad and devotees gathering at river ghats to offer evening 'arghya' to the setting Sun on the third day of the festivities.
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Bihar: Chhath festival begins across state, devotees gather for 'Nahay Kha
Updated : 7 months ago IST
The ritual of 'Nahay-Khay' was observed at ghats in Danapur, including Fakkar Mahto Ghat, Gurudwara Ghat, and Nariyal Ghat, as devotees performed the sacred bathing ceremony and prepared offerings for Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya.
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President Murmu prays for people's happiness, prosperity on Chhath Puja
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to the citizens of the country on the occasion of Chhath Puja.
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AP CM launches 'Surya Aaradhana' programme
Updated : 8 years, 3 months ago IST
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India] January 28 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday launched 'Surya Aaradhana' (Sun worship) programme in Vijayawada to promote solar energy and reduce pollution.
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Diwali celebration with soldiers was unforgettable: PM Modi
Updated : 8 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], October 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that his Diwali celebration with soldiers in the Gurez Sector of Jammu and Kashmir was an unforgettable experience.
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