President Droupadi Murmu on Friday met revered saint Premanand Maharaj at his Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. (Pics/PTI and X)

Mumbai witnessed vibrant Gudi Padwa celebrations as devotees thronged the Mahalaxmi Temple for blessings on the new year. Many also visited jewellery shops to buy gold, as the day symbolises prosperity. Hindus across the globe are also celebrating the auspicious nine-day festival of Chaitra Navratri. (Pics/Ashish Raje)