Laleen Jayamanne and Namika Raby (Part I of this article appeared in The Island on Friday (31 Jan.) Women’s Mental Health: ...

The Indian jujube or ber holds a special significance during Basant Panchami celebrations as they are offered to goddess Saraswati during Saraswati Puja. This antioxidant-rich fruit also holds a ...

Puja Chery, who rose to fame with Raihan Rafi's directorial film "Poramon 2", has made her web-series debut with his latest project, "Black Money". Released on Bongo, the series has sparked ...

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Sakat Chauth, celebrated on January 17, 2025, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed by fasting women for their children's well-being and prosperity. It involves moon worship and ...

Sakat Chauth 2025 Date, Moonrise Time, Puja Rituals: Sakat Chauth is a significant Hindu festival predominantly celebrated in the northern regions of India. It is also referred to as Til-Kuta Chauth, ...

Retro, starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde, releases worldwide on May 1 Netflix secures digital streaming rights for Retro post-theatrical run Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, the film is a period ...

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In a strongly-worded response to the shock attack on Saif Ali Khan, actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt has questioned the "lawlessness" in Mumbai and said she "never felt so unsafe before".

The Sakat Chauth Puja Vidhi involves several important rituals that devotees must follow: Early Morning Rituals: Fasting: Women observe a strict fast (Nirjala Vrat) for the well-being of their ...