Navratri 2019
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The 9-day long festival of Navratri began from September 29 this year and will come to an end on October 7, with Dussehra falling on the 8th of this month.
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Right from Dhaak Beats Sandhi Pujo, Dhanuchi Dance to Sindoor Khela—each and every ancient ritual holds great significance.
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This form of Durga blesses her bhakts and all the divine aspirations of the devotees are fulfilled by the 9th form of Durga—Maa Siddhidatri.
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Siddhi means supernatural power or meditative ability and Dhatri refers to the giver or awarder.
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Durga, who represents the feminine form, is worshipped in nine forms and each day is dedicated to one of her avatars.
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The auspicious occasion of Navratri began from the 28th of September and will last till the 7th of October, Vijayadashami is celebrated on the 8th of October. The nine-day long festival marks the victory of good over evil and is celebrated with must gusto and fervour across the globe.
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If you are still confused as to what gifts you should buy for Kanjak Puja, here are some last-minute ideas!
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To fight the demon of today, women can actually get inspired by Maa Durga's life and take some lessons:
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It is believed that goddess Durga along with her children Laxmi, Saraswati, Ganesha and Kartikeya descend to earth to visit her parents' abode.
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The first day of the widely celebrated Hindu festival, Navratri commenced on September 28 this year and will be on till 7th, with Vijayadashami being celebrated on the 8th of this month. The entire country is embroiled in the festive spirit of this 9-day long festival. Navratri or Durga Puja marks the victory of good over evil.
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Shaktipeethas are places of worship dedicated to Maa Durga. If you are wondering about how these Shaktipeethas came into existence, here is a popular legend describing their origin.
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On the fifth day of Navaratri, Lord Kartikeya’s mother – Skandamata - is worshipped by devotees. Since Durga gave birth to Lord Kartikeya (also known as Skanda) in this form, she is known as Skandamata.
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Vijayadashami or Dussehra falls on October 8, making this month a festival-heavy time!
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This form of Durga is believed to have the power to reside within the sun. Hence, she has the radiance and the glow to sustain and preserve energy. Mounted on a tiger, the goddess is depicted with Ashta Bhuja or eight hands.
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Navratri and Durga Puja mean devotion and celebration across the globe, as the Indian diaspora abroad celebrates the festival with equal enthusiasm.
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Durga Puja is celebrated widely by Bengals across the globe.
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The nine-day-long auspicious festival of Navratri commenced on September 29. Each day is dedicated to the nine different forms of Durga or feminine power. This is one of the most celebrated festivals in India
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This year, the festival of Navratri begins from September 29. Here are some legends associated with the auspicious festival.
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The nine-day-long auspicious festival of Navratri starts from The nine days dedicated to the nine different forms of Durga or feminine power is one of the most celebrated festivals in India.
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One of the major festivals celebrated across India by the Hindus has officially begun. The 9-day-long festival starts from September 29 and it last till the 7th of the October with Vijayadashami falling on the 8th of this month.
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The 9-long days of festivity will begin from September 29, 2019, and the preparations have already started in full swing.
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