2017 navratri

Navratri 2017: Day 9 – Seek Maa Siddhidatri’s blessings to make wishes comes true

The ninth day of Navratri is spent worshipping Siddhidatri, a form of Durga who is known for her wish-fulfilling capabilities.

Sep 29, 2017, 10:25 AM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 8 –Worship Maa Maha Gauri to end sufferings

Unlike Kalratri, who is ferocious, Maha Gauri is calm and compassionate.

Sep 28, 2017, 08:06 AM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 7 - Destroy ignorance by worshipping Devi Kalratri

She is believed to be the destroyer of all demoniacal powers, i.e., kaal.

Sep 27, 2017, 08:10 AM IST

Know why eating onion and garlic is a big no-no during Navratri?

Each and every devotee who celebrates the festival of Navratri will never eat or even touch onion or garlic during the nine-day-long celebrations.

Sep 23, 2017, 14:26 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 3 - Worship Maa Chandraghanta for courage and strength

The Goddess wears the crescent on her head which resembles a moon and hence her name is Chandraghanta.

Sep 22, 2017, 16:28 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 2 - Worship Maa Brahmacharini for virtue and peace

She is depicted holding a Japa Mala in the right hand and a Kamandala in the left hand.

Sep 22, 2017, 08:12 AM IST

Bollywood wishes Happy Navratri on Twitter

The festival of Navratri is here and the nation is all set to immerse in the magic of Maa Durga's blessings. The nine-day festival dedicates each day to a separate avatar of goddess Durga. 

Sep 21, 2017, 13:18 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Easy way to reach Kamakhya Temple in Assam

One of the 51 Shaktipeethas spread across the nation, the Kamakhya Temple located in Assam is also one of the most important pilgrimage spots in the country. If you have plans to visit Assam anytime soon, do visit Goddess Kamakhya's temple!

Sep 15, 2017, 16:53 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Must visit places in India during the festival

India has many festivals throughout the year and each one is celebrated with much zeal and enthusiasm. The festival of Navratri is a nine-day long festival, dedicated to Goddess Durga- the destroyer of evil. Right from dandiya and garba nights to children's favourite, 'Ramleela' being conducted all across the country, the festival brings about joy, happiness and positivity.

Sep 14, 2017, 16:46 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Must visit places in Delhi-NCR

Harbinger of blessings and peace, the nine-day long festival of Navratri fills each soul with pure joy and happiness.  All across the country, Navratri is celebrated with much zeal and enthusiasm.

Sep 14, 2017, 16:39 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Here are top 10 'Mata Ki Bhente' to evoke divinity this festive season

The holy festival of Navratri is celebrated with much zeal and enthusiasm among the devotees of Goddess Durga.  These nine days and nights are solely dedicated to prayers and each soul is deeply immersed in Durga Bhakti.

Sep 13, 2017, 15:18 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 1 - Ghatasthapana Puja timings, Tithi and Vidhi

The Navratri puja and celebrations begin with Ghatasthapana, also known as Kalash Sthapana. Ghatasthapana is a ritual that symbolises feminine power.

Sep 12, 2017, 13:00 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Feel blissful by singing enchanting Durga Aarti

Sing this beautiful Aarti and feel blissful this Navratri.

Sep 11, 2017, 12:17 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Check out specific colour code for this year

If you are wondering what colour to go for, then here’s an answer – every year, there’s a specific colour code for each of the nine days. 

Sep 11, 2017, 11:04 AM IST

Navratri 2017: 51 Shakipeethas - Origin and existence

Spread throughout India, Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka, the Shaktipeethas are places of worship dedicated to the radiant Goddess Shakti (Durga).

Sep 08, 2017, 18:30 PM IST

Navratri 2017: The nine forms of Goddess Durga

The luminous ten-armed goddess who is known as the destroyer of evil and the mother of all beings, Goddess Durga is worshiped extensively during the nine days of Navratri which celebrate her birth. The nine days, collectively known as Navratri are the days when people welcome the bewitching Goddess on earth.

Sep 08, 2017, 17:46 PM IST