Navratri 2020

Navratri 2020: Worship Maa Brahmacharini on 2nd day — Puja Vidhi, mantra, colour

The auspicious occasion of Navratri, the nine days of festivities to welcome Goddess Durga, begins on Saturday (October 17). Like a ray of hope, this Indian festivity is more significant this time because of the favourable planetary positions this year. This year, the festivities begin on October 17 and end on October 25.

Oct 18, 2020, 12:52 PM IST

As Navratri begins, Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Shweta Singh Kirti shares old tweet of late star, remembers mother in heartfelt post

Shweta Singh Kirti has been at the forefront of the #JusticeForSSR campaign since the demise of Sushant Singh Rajput on June 14. 

Oct 18, 2020, 10:20 AM IST

We bow to you: PM Narendra Modi seeks blessings from Goddess Brahmacharini on 2nd day of Navratri festival

Goddess Brahmacharini is worshipped for emancipation or moksha and endowment of peace and prosperity.

Oct 18, 2020, 10:12 AM IST

Navratri 2020: Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath perform pooja on the occasion of navratri

Home Minister Amit Shah offered prayers at Bahuchara Mata temple in Gandhinagar on October 17 and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath performed pooja in the Goraknath temple.

Oct 18, 2020, 09:12 AM IST

Navratri 2020 Day 2: Worship Devi Brahmacharini for virtue and peace

Maa Brahmacharini is worshipped on the second day of Navratri. She is depicted as walking bare feet, carrying a Japa Mala (rosary) in her right hand and a Kamandalu in her left hand respectively. 

Oct 18, 2020, 06:40 AM IST

Sudarsan Pattnaik's sand art tribute to goddess Durga on Navratri will leave you awestruck!

The famous Bhubaneswar-based sand artiste is known for his marvellous creations. On all major festivals and important events, Pattnaik displays the beautiful creations at Odisha's Puri beach. 

Oct 17, 2020, 17:43 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan wishes fans on the occasion of Navratri

In the picture, Big B is seen with his hands folded, with sketched images of Devi Durga and a rangoli in the backdrop. The words "Shubh Navratri" are written in Hindi.

Oct 17, 2020, 17:13 PM IST

Neetu Kapoor wishes Navratri, posts video of Ranbir Kapoor singing 'Sherawali Ambe Maa' bhajan from 'Rockstar' - Watch

This year the 5 days of Durga Puja festivity begins from October 22-26 respectively. 

Oct 17, 2020, 13:48 PM IST

Navratri 2020: Day 1 of Sharad Navratri begins, here's why it is significant

On Day 1 of Navratri, goddess Shailputri is worshipped. During these 9 days of festivity, different avatars of goddess Durga are evoked and prayed to.

Oct 17, 2020, 09:47 AM IST

Devotees visit temples across India on the first day of Navratri; See pics

The nine-day-long auspicious festival of Navratri starts from today. The nine days dedicated to the nine different forms of Durga or feminine power is one of the most celebrated festivals in India.

Oct 17, 2020, 08:43 AM IST

Pranams to Maa Shailputri: PM Narendra Modi extends greetings on day 1 of Navratri, wishes happiness, peace

The auspicious occasion of Navratri, the nine days of festivities to welcome Goddess Durga, begins on Saturday.

Oct 17, 2020, 08:42 AM IST

Navratri 2020 starts today: List of 9 colours and their significance

As the nine days of Navrtari commences today, we bring to you a list of the colours dedicated to Goddess Durga each day. 

Oct 17, 2020, 06:13 AM IST

Navratri 2020 Day 1: Worship Devi Shailputri for good fortune

The first night of Navratri is dedicated to Shailputri, the daughter of the mountains.

Oct 17, 2020, 06:00 AM IST

Durga Puja 2020: Delhi government guidelines for pandals, dos and don'ts amid coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

Amid the deadly novel coronavirus pandemic, the nation witnessed a complete lockdown of over three months starting this March. During Durga Puja and Navratri, massive crowd gathers in Devi pandals where people meet and greet each other, seek blessings of Maa Durga. 

Oct 16, 2020, 16:36 PM IST

Navratri 2020: Date, Ghatasthapana timings and full puja schedule

The Ghatasthapana will be on Day 1 of the Navratri puja i.e on October 17, 2020, and Goddess Shailputri will be worshipped on this day.

Oct 16, 2020, 09:50 AM IST

Navratri 2020: Here's why eating onions and garlic is a big no during 9 days of festivity!

During Navratri, the entire atmosphere is filled with the festive spirit and devotees begin preparations for it days in advance. Vijayadashami/Dussehra is being celebrated on October 25/26 (depending upon timings). 

Oct 15, 2020, 15:27 PM IST

Navratri 2020: When does the festival begin and puja timings - All you need to know

Navratri is dedicated to the different forms of Maa Durga. The devotees worship nine avatars of the goddess in nine days. 

Oct 14, 2020, 13:28 PM IST

Navratri 2020: Full schedule, puja timings, date and day-wise puja chart

Along with Navratri, the 5-day long Durga Puja festivity which is widely celebrated across the globe, and is a major festival of Bengalis is celebrated in autumn. This year it begins from October 22 to 26 respectively. 

Oct 13, 2020, 12:31 PM IST

Navratri 2020: Ghatasthapana timings, puja muhurat and rituals of Day 1

Sharad Navratri coincides with Durga Puja festivity which is a 5-day long festival, widely celebrated across the globe. It is a major festival for Bengali community. This year it begins from October 22 to 26 respectively. 

Oct 10, 2020, 12:28 PM IST