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Madhya Pradesh: Bhasma aarti performed at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Magh Purnima
Ujjain, February 12: On the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima, the sacred Bhasma aarti was performed at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Wednesday morning. Thousands of devotees gathered to seek blessings and darshan of Baba Mahakal.
Magh Purnima: Kalpvas, marking month-long fasting to conclude with Sangam snan on Feb 12
Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 11: The tradition of Kalpavas — a period of fasting, self-discipline, and spiritual discourse — holds deep significance in Maha Kumbh. This year, more than 10 lakh devotees have undertaken Kalpavas at Prayagraj's Triveni Sangam, adhering to sacred rituals.
Prayagraj: Four generations of Ambanis take holy dip at Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, February 11: Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, along with his family took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj here on Tuesday.
Devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on 30th day of Maha Kumbh, express satisfaction with facilities
New Delhi, Feb 11: On the 30th day of the Maha Kumbh, thousands of devotees gathered at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip, seeking spiritual purification and divine blessings.
President Murmu takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh visit
New Delhi, Feb 10: President Droupadi Murmu visited Prayagraj on Monday to take part in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, where she took a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam.
Over 200 foreign devotees Participate in Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, February 1: Over 200 foreign devotees took part in the prayers and bhajan kirtans at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Saturday, lauding the spiritual energy and impeccable organisation of the event.
Nepal: Devotees embarking on arduous month-long Swosthani fasting start Pardes Yatra touring temples
Kathmandu, January 29: Nepali Hindu devotees undergoing the arduous fasting of 'Swosthani Brata' made their first stop-over pilgrimage commonly called "Pardes Yatra" at Pashupati on Wednesday.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Revised timetable for Mauni Amavasya Snan announced, check for details
Prayagraj, January 28: The revised timetable for the traditional Amrit Snan of the Akharas during the Mauni Amavasya Snan at Maha Kumbh Prayagraj 2025 has been announced.
Prayagraj: Home Minister Amit Shah, CM Yogi take holy dip in Sangam amidst chanting of mantras
Prayargraj, January 27: Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, accompanied by saints from various maths, temples, and Akharas, took a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam on Monday, amidst the chanting of Vedic mantras.
Prayagraj's Ramghat aglow with spiritual light during 'Sandhya Aarti'
Prayagraj, January 22: A large number of devotees gathered at Ramghat in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Wednesday evening to attend the 'Sandhya Aarti,' a sacred ritual dedicated to the holy river Ganga.
CM Yogi, his ministers take holy dip at Triveni Sangam
New Delhi, Jan 22: Maha Kumbh festivities in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj saw a flurry of action on Wednesday as Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath along with his entire cabinet took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam, a deeply religious ritual widely believed to wash away all the sins.
I am very excited because this is Teerthraj: Sudha Murty on arriving at Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, January 21: Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty on Monday expressed her immense joy as she arrived in Prayagraj to attend the Maha Kumbh, saying that she was excited, hopeful, and extremely happy.
Maha Kumbh: Naga Sadhus of Niranjani, Anand Akharas arrive for first 'Amrit Snan'
Prayagraj, January 14: The Naga sadhus of the Niranjani and Anand Akharas arrived for 'Amrit Snan' at Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Maha Kumbh: Swami Kailashanand Giri leads Niranjani Akhara as first 'Amrit Snan' begins
Prayagraj, January 14: Spiritual leader Swami Kailashanand Giri on Tuesday led the processions of the Niranjani Akhara for the first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Procession of Niranjani Akhada heads towards Triveni Sangam for Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, January 14: The procession of Niranjani Akhada is heading towards the Triveni Sangam for the first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday.
'Water integral to Sanatan culture, source of life and divine existence': Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj
Prayagraj, January 13: Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara, highlighted the significance of water in Sanatan culture & its life-giving properties.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees gather for 'Snan' on Paush Purnima at Triveni Sangam
Prayagraj, January 13: Maha Kumbh 2025, the biggest human gathering in the world saw devotees queuing for the 'Snan' or holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima. Devotees from across the globe have gathered in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to take a holy dip at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mystical Saraswati rivers at Triveni Sangam. The first major Shahi or Amrit Snan will get underway on Tuesday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.
'Sandhya aarti' performed at Saryu Ghat in UP's Ayodhya
Ayodhya, January 11: The evening 'aarti' was conducted at Saryu Ghat in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Saturday.
Devotees throng Sri Venkateshwara Swami Temple for Dwadasi Chakrasnanam celebration
Tirumala, January 11: On the auspicious occasion of Vaikuntha Dwadasi, the sacred Dwadasi Chakrasnanam ceremony was held, marking one of the most significant festivals in Tirumala, and it was attended by a large number of devotees.
Mahakumbh Mela : Sacred 'Venee Daan' ritual strengthens marital bonds at Prayagraj
Prayagraj, January 9: As preparations for the Prayagraj Mahakumbh near completion, couples from Maharashtra and South India are coming to Sangam Ghat to perform the unique "Venee Daan" ritual. Women donate their braids in the sacred rivers and remarry their husbands in traditional ceremonies, symbolising renewed vows and spiritual commitment.
Uttar Pradesh: Evening 'aarti' performed at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya
Ayodhya, January 8: Evening 'aarti' was conducted at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya on Wednesday amid cold conditions that continue to prevail in North India.
'Temple' shirt row continues in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 4: Days after the Sivagiri Mutt head Swami Satchidananda proposed doing away with the practice of men removing shirts while entering temples in Kerala, the issue continued to rage on Saturday with differing views and opinions surfacing on the issue.