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]Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 7: Goddess Kaalratri puja vidhi, date, significance
- Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 7: The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to goddess Kaalratri. The nine-day festival of Navratri is dedicated to nine forms of goddess Durga.
![Goddess Kaalratri(Wikipedia) Goddess Kaalratri(Wikipedia)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/11/550x309/maa_kaalratri_1633958440904_1633958454899.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 07:04 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Parmita Uniyal
Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 6: Maa Katyayani story, puja vidhi, and significance
- Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 6: Also known as Mahishasurmardini, Goddess Katyayani symbolizes intelligence and peace. She is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri.
![Maa Katyayani(Pinterest) Maa Katyayani(Pinterest)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/katyayani_thumb_1633872351977_1633872381655.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 09:49 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Parmita Uniyal
Durga Puja 2021: All you need to know about significance, date, history and time
- Durga Puja 2021: Here's all you need to know about the significance, date, history and time of the auspicious festival of Durga Puja.
![Durga Puja 2021: All you need to know about significance, date, history and time(ANI PHOTO) Durga Puja 2021: All you need to know about significance, date, history and time(ANI PHOTO)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/10/148x111/durga_puja_1633864376302_1633864376456.jpg)
Updated on Oct 11, 2021 09:49 AM IST
By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 5: Goddess Skanda Mata puja vidhi and significance
- On day 5 of Navratri, October 10, goddess Skanda Mata, the fifth form of Goddess Durga, will be worshipped by her devotees. People wear white coloured attires on this day to please the Goddess.
Published on Oct 09, 2021 03:30 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Desk makeover for increased productivity
An assortment of stationery, a mug or tumbler, some memos taped to the desk — this is ubiquitous with a workspace
![A positive and comfortable workspace can enhance the quality of your output (Photos: Shutterstock) A positive and comfortable workspace can enhance the quality of your output (Photos: Shutterstock)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/08/150x84/5eb3d1e4-286c-11ec-b6b6-7f924b04e371_1633721065141.jpg)
Published on Oct 09, 2021 12:54 AM IST
Shardiya Navratri 2021: Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda puja, significance
- Shardiya Navratri 2021: Maa Chandraghanta and Maa Kushmanda will be worshipped by goddess Durga devotees on October 9. All you want to know about the significance of the two goddesses.
![Shardiya Navratri 2021: Maa Chandraghanta and Maa Kushmanda story, puja vidhi, significance(Pinterest) Shardiya Navratri 2021: Maa Chandraghanta and Maa Kushmanda story, puja vidhi, significance(Pinterest)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/08/148x111/navratri_2021_1633681037417_1633681053316.jpg)
Updated on Oct 09, 2021 10:19 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Parmita Uniyal
Shardiya Navratri 2021: How it is celebrated in different parts of India
- All over the country, Shardiya Navratri is celebrated in various ways. India celebrates unity within diversity, and that is reflected in the way Navratri is celebrated and goddess Durga is worshipped from Himachal Pradesh to West Bengal, from Punjab to Karnataka.
![Shardiya Navratri 2021: How it is celebrated in different parts of India Shardiya Navratri 2021: How it is celebrated in different parts of India](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/07/148x111/Goddess-Durga_1633518182443_1633616574309.png)
Updated on Oct 07, 2021 08:07 PM IST
By Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 2: Maa Brahmacharini puja, samagri, significance
- Shardiya Navratri 2021 Day 2: While the first day of Navratri began with Ghatasthapana and puja of Maa Shailputri, the second day of the nine-day festival is devoted to Goddess Brahmacharini. All you want to know.
![Maa Brahmacharini(Pinterest) Maa Brahmacharini(Pinterest)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/07/148x111/brahmacharini_thumb_1633607465570_1633607480262.jpg)
Published on Oct 07, 2021 05:27 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Parmita Uniyal
Inside Shilpa Shetty’s Shardiya Navratri puja at home
- Shilpa Shetty kickstarted the Navratri celebrations at home with a homely puja of the goddess Durga. She shared snippets of it, on her Instagram profile. Watch her video here.
![Inside Shilpa Shetty’s Shardiya Navratri puja at home(Instagram/@theshilpashetty) Inside Shilpa Shetty’s Shardiya Navratri puja at home(Instagram/@theshilpashetty)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/07/148x111/shil_1633600131766_1633600155745.jpg)
Published on Oct 07, 2021 03:24 PM IST
By Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Durga Puja 2021: Artisans toggle between despair, divinity
The fear of third wave has dampened Durga Puja celebrations in the city this year. Durga idol makers in Chittaranjan Park are preparing smaller idols due to less number of orders this festive season.
![Durga idol makers in Delhi’s popular Chittaranjan Park face challenges like pricey raw material and less orders, this festive season. (Photo: Dhruv Sethi/ HT) Durga idol makers in Delhi’s popular Chittaranjan Park face challenges like pricey raw material and less orders, this festive season. (Photo: Dhruv Sethi/ HT)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/07/150x84/e29c12ae-273c-11ec-b6b6-7f924b04e371_1633598668452.jpg)
Updated on Oct 07, 2021 02:54 PM IST
By Siddhi Jain
Happy Navratri 2021: Wishes, images, messages, greetings to send your loved ones
- Happy Navratri 2021: Here are some wishes, images, messages, photos, and greetings that you can send to your loved ones.
![Happy Navratri 2021: Wishes, images, messages, and greetings to send your loved ones Happy Navratri 2021: Wishes, images, messages, and greetings to send your loved ones](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/06/148x111/happy-navratri_1633518369592_1633518377082.png)
Updated on Oct 07, 2021 10:05 AM IST
By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Mahalaya 2021: All you need to know about the history, significance and date
- Mahalaya 2021: Here is all you need to know about the history and significance of Mahalaya 2021.
![Mahalaya 2021: All you need to know about the history, significance and date(Pexels) Mahalaya 2021: All you need to know about the history, significance and date(Pexels)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/06/148x111/pexels-sarath-raj-8424033_1632470005991_1633486220363.jpg)
Updated on Oct 06, 2021 07:49 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Maharashtra bans garba, dandiya and processions for Navratri
The Maharashtra government has prohibited garba, dandiya and other cultural celebrations for Navratri, to be celebrated between October 7 and October 15
![The Maharashtra government has prohibited garba, dandiya and other cultural celebrations for Navratri, to be celebrated between October 7 and October 15. It has restricted the height of the idols to four feet for community pandals and two feet for household celebrations (HT PHOTO) The Maharashtra government has prohibited garba, dandiya and other cultural celebrations for Navratri, to be celebrated between October 7 and October 15. It has restricted the height of the idols to four feet for community pandals and two feet for household celebrations (HT PHOTO)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/04/150x84/c444af18-252b-11ec-97ad-def1feb12b09_1633364468086.jpg)
Updated on Oct 07, 2021 10:49 AM IST
By Faisal Malik, Mumbai
Milind Soman shares one lesson by Mahatma Gandhi that resonates with him: Read
- On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, Milind Soman visited Mahatma Gandhi's birthplace with Ankita Konwar. He also shared the one lesson by Bapu that resonates with him.
![Milind Soman shares one lesson by Mahatma Gandhi that resonates with him, read here(Instagram/@milindrunning) Milind Soman shares one lesson by Mahatma Gandhi that resonates with him, read here(Instagram/@milindrunning)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/02/148x111/milind_soman_ankita_konwar_1633169419336_1633169423595.jpg)
Published on Oct 02, 2021 03:44 PM IST
By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
How Covid guidelines will affect Durga Puja celebration in Delhi this year
It's the time of the year when the sweet fragrance of the 'shiuli' flowers, that blossom around this time, blends with the autumn breeze to herald Durga Puja, the annual occasion when goddess Durga is commemorated for conquering the demon king Mahishasura in a fight, exemplifying the victory of good over evil.
![Durga Puja is the biggest festival in West Bengal. Even though the five-day Puja starts this year from October 11, the festival extends for more than a week every year. (PTI PHOTO.) Durga Puja is the biggest festival in West Bengal. Even though the five-day Puja starts this year from October 11, the festival extends for more than a week every year. (PTI PHOTO.)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/02/148x111/46245e34-22b1-11ec-bb55-2fb9e639f35f_1633091134779_1633158224334.jpg)
Published on Oct 02, 2021 12:39 PM IST
ANI |
Gandhi Jayanti 2021: Wishes, images, messages to share on Gandhi Jayanti
- On Gandhi Jayanti 2021, here are some wishes, quotes, images and messages to share with your friends and near and dear ones.
![October 2 this year marks the 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi(Wikipedia) October 2 this year marks the 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi(Wikipedia)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/01/148x111/mahatma_gandhi_thumb_1633099537692_1633099546690.jpg)
Updated on Oct 02, 2021 09:08 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Parmita Uniyal
Gandhi Jayanti 2021: 10 inspirational quotes by India's Father of the Nation
- Gandhi Jayanti 2021: Referred fondly as Bapu, Mahatma Gandhi's birthday is an opportunity for Indians across the world to reflect on his teachings, especially the values of non-violence and selfless service.
![Gandhi Jayanti 2021: 10 inspirational quotes by India's Father of the Nation(Twitter/Medlockchd) Gandhi Jayanti 2021: 10 inspirational quotes by India's Father of the Nation(Twitter/Medlockchd)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/10/01/148x111/pjimage_(35)_1633095220519_1633095233141.jpg)
Updated on Oct 02, 2021 09:07 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Navratri 2021: When is Navratri? Date, time, shubh muhurat, significance
- Navratri 2021: From date, time and significance, here are all the details about Navratri, the nine-day long Hindu festival during which devotees worship Goddess Durga.
Updated on Oct 06, 2021 10:37 AM IST
By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Delhi allows muted Dussehra, Durga Puja celebrations, curbs to remain in place
The Delhi Disaster Management Authority has asked organisers to cap gatherings at venues to the total of seats.
Updated on Sep 29, 2021 02:02 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi
Happy Daughters' Day 2021: Wishes, images, messages to share with your daughter
- Daughters' Day 2021: Here are the best wishes, quotes, messages and images for Facebook and WhatsApp status, and to share with your daughters.
![Happy Daughters' Day 2021: Best images, wishes, quotes, messages to share with your daughter Happy Daughters' Day 2021: Best images, wishes, quotes, messages to share with your daughter](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/26/148x111/daughters_day4_1632634074346_1632634096230.jpg)
Updated on Sep 26, 2021 11:34 AM IST
By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
UP issues guidelines for Navratri, Dussehra and Chehallum. Details here
The guidelines issued by Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh say that small vehicles should be used for the immersion of idols and the minimum number of people should be involved in the programme.
![The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has issued the guidelines keeping in view the concerns around the third wave of Covid-19.(Representative Photo/HT) The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has issued the guidelines keeping in view the concerns around the third wave of Covid-19.(Representative Photo/HT)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/20/148x111/a767ab42-164f-11ec-b6a8-6bb5a3189f0e_1632106683167_1632106692382.jpg)
Updated on Sep 20, 2021 09:12 AM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Ganesh Visarjan: Thousands take to streets in cities across Maha amid curbs
While the administration has imposed strict restrictions on immersion of idols in all cities, volunteers and a lot of devotees were seen on the roads as part of the final processions.
![Devotees and volunteers at an immersion procession at Lalbaug in Mumbai on Sunday. (Satish Bate/HT Photo) Devotees and volunteers at an immersion procession at Lalbaug in Mumbai on Sunday. (Satish Bate/HT Photo)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/19/148x111/WhatsApp_Image_2021-09-19_at_14.07.15_1632043241725_1632043268402.jpeg)
Updated on Sep 19, 2021 03:28 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Sohini Goswami, New Delhi
Do’s and Don’ts for Mumbai on Ganesh idol immersion day
While urging children and senior citizens not to be a part of Ganesh Idol immersion processions, BMC has appealed to public Ganesh mandals to give priority to the nearest artificial immersion sites, set up at 173 places apart from the 73 natural immersion spots across Mumbai
![As per BMC regulations, not more than ten people are allowed at the time of immersion of public Ganesh idols, and not more than five people are allowed at the time of immersion of household Ganesh idols in Mumbai this year. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT PHOTO) As per BMC regulations, not more than ten people are allowed at the time of immersion of public Ganesh idols, and not more than five people are allowed at the time of immersion of household Ganesh idols in Mumbai this year. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT PHOTO)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/19/150x84/4f3a9680-1921-11ec-8290-f3054f4a954c_1632039357008.jpg)
Updated on Sep 19, 2021 07:14 PM IST
Thank you, teacher... for being the guiding light
To honour and show their appreciation for revered teachers, renowned names from different walks of life share their fondest memories
![From thanking their mentors, to now becoming one for many, these eminent personalities recall their school days and learning experiences From thanking their mentors, to now becoming one for many, these eminent personalities recall their school days and learning experiences](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/11/150x84/e299fb00-12d7-11ec-9df0-295675b4f7f0_1631347984616.jpg)
Published on Sep 11, 2021 01:43 PM IST
By Sanchita Kalra and Digvijay
Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Wishes, images, messages to share with family and friends
- Ganpati Bappa Morya! On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi 2021, here are wishes, WhatsApp messages, SMS, images you can share with your near and dear ones.
![An idol of Lord Ganesh at a pandal ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi festival, at Lalbagh in Mumbai, Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)(PTI) An idol of Lord Ganesh at a pandal ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi festival, at Lalbagh in Mumbai, Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)(PTI)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/09/148x111/PTI09-09-2021-000061B-0_1631188749668_1631188778353.jpg)
Updated on Sep 09, 2021 05:43 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Parmita Uniyal
Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Expert tips to celebrate the festival safely
- Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: While experts are advising people that staying at home is the best and safest option, after months of isolation and pandemic fatigue, one may want to be with their family and meet up with friends.
![Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: An artist imagines Lord Ganesh as a doctor(HT photo by Deepak Gupta) Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: An artist imagines Lord Ganesh as a doctor(HT photo by Deepak Gupta)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/09/148x111/ganesh_chaturthi_thumb_1631182972583_1631182983668.jpg)
Published on Sep 09, 2021 03:57 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Parmita Uniyal
Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Bhog dishes one cannot miss out on
The dishes prepared during this 10-day long extravaganza vary from one region to another. Here are some of the bhog recipes to offer the benevolent God.
![One cannot miss the Ganesh Chaturthi special scrumptious food (Pinterest) One cannot miss the Ganesh Chaturthi special scrumptious food (Pinterest)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/08/148x111/ganesh_chaturthi_thumb_1631110585286_1631110594926.jpg)
Published on Sep 08, 2021 07:49 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal
Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: Go eco-friendly with these edible Ganesha idols
![Give your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations an eco-friendly twist. Take a cue from these Ganesh idols made out of chocolate, sugar, rice, flour, and turmeric.(Instagram) Give your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations an eco-friendly twist. Take a cue from these Ganesh idols made out of chocolate, sugar, rice, flour, and turmeric.(Instagram)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/08/148x111/ganesha_thumb_1631088928742_1631089397521.jpg)
Updated on Sep 08, 2021 02:03 PM IST
Hartalika Teej 2021: Date, timing, shubh muhurat, history and significance
- Hartalika Teej 2021: Here's all you need to know about one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated by women for a happy and prosperous marital life.
![Hartalika Teej 2021: Date, timing, shubh muhurat, history and significance(AFP Photo) Hartalika Teej 2021: Date, timing, shubh muhurat, history and significance(AFP Photo)](http://web.archive.org./web/20211011140203im_/https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/09/08/148x111/1119325_Wallpaper2_1631085413043.jpg)
Updated on Sep 08, 2021 12:47 PM IST
By hindustantimes.com | Written by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi