Religion
Monthi Fest Observed with Religious Fervour Across Coastal Karnataka
The Monthi Fest was celebrated with widespread religious zeal across the coastal districts of Karnataka, drawing large crowds to temples and community gatherings.
08 Sep 2026
Ujjain Administration Struggles to Relocate Ancient Standing Hanuman Idol Amid Saint Protests
For five days, officials in Ujjain have tried to move the centuries‑old standing Hanuman statue, but Hindu saints and organisations continue to block the effort.
08 Sep 2026
Ganpati Mandals Seek Maharashtra FDA Clarification on Mahaprasad SOPs
Several Ganpati mandals have approached the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration requesting detailed guidelines on the standard operating procedures for preparing mahaprasad during the festival.
08 Sep 2026
Maharashtra minister backs VHP’s demand to bar Muslims from Navratri events
A senior Maharashtra minister reiterated the ‘love‑jihad’ narrative and endorsed the Vishva Hindu Parishad’s call to prohibit Muslims from taking part in Navratri festivities.
08 Sep 2026
Pitru Paksha Mela 2026 to Kick Off in Gaya on Sept 25 with 2,500‑Bed Tent City
The Bihar tourism department is finalising infrastructure for the world‑renowned Pitru Paksha fair in Gaya, slated to begin on September 25, featuring a temporary tent city with 2,500 beds.
08 Sep 2026
Pitru Paksha Mela 2026 to Host 2,500‑Bed Tent City, E‑Rickshaws and Helpline in Gaya from Sept 25
The Bihar tourism department is setting up a 2,500‑bed tent city, e‑rickshaw service and a dedicated helpline for pilgrims at the Pitru Paksha Mela in Gaya, starting 25 September.
08 Sep 2026
Chhattisgarh High Court rules Sharia courts can give opinions but not grant divorces
The Chhattisgarh High Court clarified that Sharia courts have no legal power to dissolve marriages, restricting them to religious advisory functions.
08 Sep 2026
સુરેન્દ્રનગરના લીંબડીમાં શ્રાવણના અંતિમ સોમવારે ફૂલનાથ મહાદેવનું અલૌકિક શણગાર, ધારાસભ્ય કિરીટસિંહ રાણાની ઉપસ્થિતિ
શ્રાવણ મહિનાના છેલ્લા સોમવારે લીંબડીના સ્વયંભૂ ફૂલનાથ મહાદેવ મંદિરે આર્ટિફિશિયલ ફૂલો સાથે વિશેષ શણગાર કર્યો, જેમાં મોટી સંખ્યામાં ભક્તો અને ધારાસભ્ય કિરીટસિંહ રાણા હાજર રહ્યા.
08 Sep 2026
Odisha Government Issues New Rules for Settlement of Jagannath Temple Land
The Odisha state administration has notified fresh regulations governing the settlement of land associated with the Jagannath Temple in Puri.
08 Sep 2026
Ujjain’s 170-year-old Khade Hanuman idol resists relocation amid road‑widening, 4 attempts fail
Four attempts to move the 170‑year‑old Khade Hanuman idol during Ujjain’s road‑widening project have failed, prompting officials to seek archaeological advice.
08 Sep 2026
West Bengal Faces Row Over Durga Puja Food Practices, Issues New Directives and Grants
A dispute over traditional food habits during Durga Puja has led the West Bengal government to release fresh guidelines and announce financial assistance for puja committees.
08 Sep 2026
Maharashtra Khadi Board to Host Eco‑Friendly Ganeshotsav 2026 on Sept 8
The Maharashtra Khadi and Village Industries Board announced it will organise an eco‑friendly Ganeshotsav celebration on September 8, 2026.
08 Sep 2026