Chhath Puja, an ancient Vedic festival, begins with Nahay Khay, a day of purification and simple meals. Celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, it honors the Sun God and ...

As the golden hues of dawn meet the tranquil riverbanks, devotees in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal prepare to honour the Sun God during Chhath Puja 2025, a festival that celebrates purity, ...

Heady, aromatic, firm and golden, thekua derives its legend from Chhath Puja. It’s a holy offering, lovingly prepared during Chhath Puja and handed down through the generations as an emblem of purity ...

Chhath Puja is one of the most sacred Hindu festivals dedicated to Surya Dev (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. It is a symbol of devotion, purity, and gratitude. It is the only major Hindu festival in ...

In a move to ease travel during the festive season, Northern Railway has announced the operation of 17 special trains on Friday (October 24), catering to the increased demand for Chhath festival ...

Chhath Puja, one of Bihar’s most revered festivals, is a celebration of devotion, family, and tradition. Dedicated to Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, the festival is observed with fasting, ...

Gaya (Bihar) [India], October 27 (ANI): Bihar Minister Prem Kumar on Monday participated in a cleanliness drive at Pitamaheshwar Ghat in Gaya, organised in preparation for the Sandhya Arghya during ...

The Indian Railways on Friday announced that it will run more than 12,000 “special trains” to Bihar ahead of Chhath Puja festivities, anticipating a sharp rise in passenger traffic. According to ...