GOVARDHAN
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BRS names candidates for four more LS seats, KCR's daughter Kavitha may not contest
The BRS on Wednesday announced candidates for four more Lok Sabha seats, including Nizamabad which was represented by party MLC K Kavitha earlier. She may not contest the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, sources said. Kavitha represented the Nizamabad constituency as MP from 2014 to 2019.
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At mega meet, BJP tries to woo Yadavs, Bihar's most populous caste
Attendees to the function acknowledged Nityanand Rai, Union minister of state for Home and a former state BJP president, as the "inspiration" behind the event, which was well received on social media as "Yadav with Modi" trended on X for several hours.
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Govardhan Puja: The day when India worships Lord Krishna in his childlike avatar
Also known as ‘Annakut’ or ‘Annakoot’ (meaning, the mountain of food’ in Sanskrit), Govardhan Puja is a significant Vaishnavite (the devotees of Lord Krishna) festival which is observed to celebrate Lord Krishna in his childlike avatar.
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Telangana CM Chandrasekhar Rao's candidature puts Kamareddy in spotlight
Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao is set to contest from will be contesting from Kamareddy, typically a low-key constituency in Telangana while Congress is fielding its state unit president A Revanth Reddy. Kamareddy was part of Nizamabad district earlier and later a district was formed with Kamareddy as its headquarters during the reorganisation of districts carried out by the BRS government.
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Diwali bank holidays 2023: Banks closed in these states on Monday, November 13
Diwali celebrations begin with Dhanteras on November 10, 2023, and end with Bhai Dooj on November 15, 2023. Due to festivities, bank branches will be closed in several locations in November 2023.
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Govardhan Puja 2023: Know the date, shubh muhurat and how to perform puja
The festival of Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut or Annakoot, holds great religious significance for Hindus. It will be celebrated on November 14th in 2023. The festival commemorates Lord Krishna's triumph over Lord Indra and is marked by the preparation of Annakut, a mountain of food symbolizing the Govardhan Hill. Devotees offer prayers, sing devotional songs, and express gratitude for the blessings of nature. Govardhan Puja is a time of unity, faith, and reverence for Lord Krishna.
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When is Diwali, Dhanteras, Govardhan, Bhai Duj 2023: Dates, puja timings, rituals, etc
Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is a significant festival celebrated by Hindus across India. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and is considered one of the most important festivals of lights. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on November 12, 2023. The festival lasts for five days and is marked by lighting diyas, worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, and exchanging gifts.
Diwali 2023: Know the date, time, and mahurat of Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Lakshmi Puja
Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is a Hindu festival celebrated with joy and unity. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and is celebrated by worshiping Goddess Laxmi for blessings of health, wealth, and prosperity. The festivities span five days and include traditions such as lighting diyas, exchanging gifts, and conducting worship ceremonies. Diwali is also a time for acts of charity and donations. In Bengal, the worship of Goddess Kali adds a unique cultural aspect to the celebrations.
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Govardhan Puja 2022: Date, muhurat, significance, & how solar eclipse affects the timing
Date and muhurat for Govardhan Puja, 2022: As per the beliefs of Hindu mythology, one should perform the Govardhan Puja on Pratipada Tithi of the Kartik month. Although it is typically observed the day after Diwali, this year's puja tithi falls on the 26th October owing to a partial solar eclipse on the 25th October.
Govardhan Puja 2022: Greetings, wishes, WhatsApp messages, and SMSs to share with your loved ones
Share good wishes, love, and blessings to your friend and family on this auspicious occasion of Govardhan Puja.
Darshan timings to change at Banke Bihari temple in Mathura from October 27
In the afternoon session, the Banke Bihari temple will open from 4.30 pm to 8.30 pm with a brief break for Bhog (dinner) of the deity," Munish Sharma, the manager of the temple said.
When is Govardhan Puja in 2022: Date, muhurat time and significance
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October 2022 Festivals: When is Dussehra, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Chhath, Bhai Dooj, Govardhan? Here is full list
The Hindus' two most-important festivals- Navratri and Diwali -- will fall in October this year. The October month will start with the sixth day of Shardiya Navratri and end with Chatth Puja. As per the Hindu calendar, this year October month is starting with the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month.
'Lord Jagannath wants it': BJD MP on controversial Puri heritage corridor project
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Chhattisgarh CM gets 'whipped' as part of Diwali Govardhan puja ritual
As per the tradition, on Govardhan puja that is celebrated on the next day of Diwali, a person is beaten up with the whip with full force on his hands as people believe that the practice helps in getting rid of the problems and bringing good luck.
Karnataka government directs its temples to conduct cow-worship on 'Govardhan Puja'
Karnataka Minister for Large and Medium Scale Industries Murugesh Nirani welcomed the move to conduct cow-worship on 'Govardhan Puja'
NGT accepts panel recommendations regarding protection of environment in Govardhan and surrounding areas
The committee has recommended that the progress regarding certain essential environmental protection measures, like the development of a permanent dumping site, boundary wall around the protected forest sewage network around Govardhan/Radhakund needs to be improved. The construction of the Radhakund Bypass needs to be expedited. There needs to be more urgency in starting the work of the service road.
Gangotri Temple closes for winters
Social distancing norms were followed during the closing ceremony attended by Gangotri Mandir Samiti president Suresh Semwal and local BJP MLA Gopal Singh Rawat among others.
UP cabinet nod to scheme to give financial help to kin of farmers who die working in fields
Under the 'Mukhyamantri Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana', if a farmer or any member of his family dies while working in a field, then they will be given Rs 5 lakh, cabinet ministers Shrikant Sharma and Siddhartha Nath Singh told reporters.
No leave for UP field officials up to Nov-end in view of festivals, Ayodhya verdict: Govt
On the last day of the hearing in the Ayodhya case, the UP government issued an order saying officials on "field duty" will not be granted leave till November 30 because of the festival season and security concerns ahead of the Ayodhya verdict.
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Delicious prasad recipes to offer on Govardhan Puja
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Yogi Adityanath plans big for Krishna’s Govardhan Hill
An elaborate blueprint has been drawn up to develop the area on Govardhan Hill circumambulation route, including installing a giant Krishna statue.
Govardhan to Ganga Aarti, Sarnath to sufi shrines, faith tourism flies high in Uttar Pradesh
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