As Ramadan comes to an end, Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations kick in across the country. Muslims across the country gathered at religious places to offer Eid prayers. An air of festivity and celebration was palpable at Delhi’s iconic Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees filled the Jama Masjid in bright attires on April 11 to offer prayers on Eid. In Mumbai, devotees gathered at Mahim Masjid to offer ‘namaz’ on Eid-ul-Fitr. Devotees in MP’s Bhopal offered Eid prayers at Eidgah with family and friends. Eidgah in Assam’s Guwahati witnessed a large number of devotees on the occasion of revered Eid. Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The festival is of great significance due to the moon sighting which has been part of Islamic culture for a long time. It is believed that Prophet Muhammad used to wait for news of sightings of the crescent moon as it indicated the beginning of a new month.
11 April,2024 11:14 AM IST
Devotees from all across the country flocked to churches to worship on the auspicious occasion of Christmas. Thousands have joined the celebrations with fervor and joy, accompanied by their families. Devotees were observed praying and commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. Christmas is an annual religious and cultural holiday for billions of people throughout the world that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. It brings together a spirit of joy, unity, and sharing. Christmas 2023 is expected to transcend its religious roots and become a popular holiday with multiple events. For Christians, it is a time of reverence and reflection, emphasising love, compassion, and goodwill toward others.
25 December,2023 11:29 AM IST
Christmas 2023 is here and this opens the festive doors to Christmas decors and wonderful presents. During this magical time, the beloved tradition of Secret Santa brings excitement and anticipation to almost all of us. The tradition of Christmas gifting is a beautiful tradition amping up the Christmas spirit. After all, it is a way to express your appreciation, love and respect towards someone. However, finding the right gift can become a tedious task. If you are someone’s secret Santa, have run out of Secret Santa gift ideas and wondering what to gift, worry not! We bring you fun Christmas gift ideas for adults and kids in varied budgets that are bound to make your giftee’s Christmas a merry one!
20 December,2023 02:47 PM IST
Dussehra 2023 is here to remind us of the victory of good over evil. To symbolise this message, each year, huge effigies of Ravan are burnt in India in a spectacle display of fireworks on the occasion of Dussehra. But behind the scenes of this extravaganza show is the backbreaking hard work of Ravan effigy makers. Especially in Mumbai, each year, covering hundreds of miles, Dadari Muslim artists from Greater Noida travel to Mumbai to make Ravan effigies through a series of complex processes. What goes into making these Ravan effigies and how is the life of these effigy makers? Watch the video to have inside access into Ravan Dahan 2023.
24 October,2023 09:17 AM IST
In a string of impacts of mid-day’s reports, the Central Railway plans to introduce AC locals on holidays and Sundays, while the Western Railway has begun fixing the central roof of the Bandra station.
10 May,2022 09:33 PM IST | Mumbai
Newlyweds Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif had a PDA moment at Mumbai airport as the actress came to see off husband Vicky. Tiger and Disha were also snapped as they returned from the Maldives after celebrating New Year. Hina Khan was also snapped at Mumbai airport.
02 January,2022 10:06 PM IST | Mumbai
As #newyear'seve arrives, #Bollywoodcouples have made their plans for the #holidayseason. From #AliaRanbir to #SidharthKiara, we are here to disclose who went where with whom.
31 December,2021 07:02 PM IST
After their new year celebration, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Anushka Sharma and many other Bollywood stars were spotted at the Mumbai airport! Watch this video for more scoop…
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