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Preparations for 2027 Nashik Kumbh Mela slow but on track, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged that preparations for the 2027 Kumbh Mela in Nashik are behind schedule but assured that challenges will be overcome. He highlighted the integration of technology for better crowd management and an immersive experience
23 March,2025 02:23 PM IST | Mumbai
Gudi Padwa 2025: Know all about the famous Girgaon Shobha Yatra in Mumbai
The celebration of Gudi Padwa is not just limited to homes in Mumbai, and extends to the community sphere with vibrant processions and cultural activities
22 March,2025 11:22 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gudi Padwa 2025: 5 places to enjoy the festivities in Mumbai and Thane
On Gudi Padwa, Mumbai comes alive with vibrant colours, folk beats, traditional delicacies, and cultural processions and activities
22 March,2025 09:28 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gudi Padwa 2025: What is the significance of ‘Gudi’? Here’s all you need to know
Gudi Padwa is the annual spring festival celebrated in Maharashtra and parts of Goa and Karnataka, and is also observed as the first day of the New Year
21 March,2025 04:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gudi Padwa 2025: Know date, puja timings, significance and rituals
The festival is observed on the first day of Chaitra month according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar. Gudi Padwa 2025 will be celebrated on March 30
21 March,2025 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Thousands of devotees participate in Bagad Yatra on Rang Panchami
Celebrated annually on Rang Panchami in the Hindu month of Falgun, the Bagad Yatra symbolises the fulfilment of vows (navas) made to Lord Bhairavnath
20 March,2025 01:39 PM IST | Satara | PTI
Watch: India celebrates Holika Dahan with rituals and bonfires across states
People across India marked the Holika Dahan with bonfires and sacred rituals, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. Political leaders and armed forces personnel also participated in the celebrations
14 March,2025 08:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
From Holi to comedy: Explore these unique experiences online
Paint the town pink (or blue, or yellow, or green), dance like no one’s watching, and make this Holi phool-on fabulous!
09 March,2025 12:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Junisha Dama
Holi 2025: CR to run 48 additional special train services; check details here
Central Railway (CR) will run 48 additional special trains from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Mumbai and Pune to clear the festive rush
27 February,2025 06:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Odisha: Ketaki flowers sell for Rs 1,000 amidst Maha Shivratri rush
While 'Kewra' is abundantly grown in six coastal blocks of Ganjam district, Ketaki is rarely found in the Ganjam area
26 February,2025 06:15 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTI