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Why Do Bihari Households Make Noise Early Morning After Diwali? The Meaning Behind Dalidar BhagaoDalidar Bhagao is a lesser-known post-Diwali folk tradition observed in parts of Bihar, in which families symbolically drive away poverty a...- Chhath Puja Geet: Popular Folk and Devotional Songs Sung During Nahay Khay, Kharna and ArghyaChhath Puja Geet are an integral part of the four-day festival dedicated to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. From traditional Bhojpuri folk son...
- Bihar Museum ranked in top 10, Becomes Asia's highest-ranked museum ahead of New York's Metropolitan Museum Of Art; check top 10Bihar Museum has achieved an impressive milestone by being named the ninth best museum worldwide in the 2026 rankings, securing the top spo...
- Hariyali Teej 2026: Date, Puja Timings And how is Hariyali Teej CelebratedHariyali Teej 2026 will be celebrated on August 15, bringing devotees together to worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This article cove...
- Teej Festival 2026 Calendar: Hariyali Teej, Kajari Teej and Hartalika Teej Dates, Timings and ImportanceDevotees will observe Hariyali Teej, Kajari Teej, and Hartalika Teej in 2026. These festivals honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's divine...
- From Pongal, Lohri to Uttarayan: Different names and rituals of Makar Sankranti across IndiaMakar Sankranti 2026: India celebrates Makar Sankranti, marking the Sun's northward journey and the end of winter. This harvest festival, o...
- Maithili Thakur, Bihar's youngest MLA, changed 17 houses in 10 years due to neighbours' complaints. Her education and careerMaithili Thakur, a 25-year-old singer, is now Bihar's youngest MLA. She won the Alinagar seat for the BJP. Her journey began with music, fa...
- Deo Surya Mandir: All you need to know about this millennium-old temple considered the birthplace of Chhath traditionThe four-day Chhath festival, a revered celebration in Bihar and eastern India, commenced with the 'Nahay-Khay' ritual, where devotees offe...
- PM Modi extends Chhath greetingsPrime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on Chhath, a four-day festival worshipping the Sun god. He highlighted the festival's symbo...
- Diwali 2025: Exploring State-Wise Traditions, Legends, and Festivities Across IndiaDiwali, the Festival of Lights, shines differently across India, from Rama’s return to Ayodhya to Krishna’s victory over Narakasura and the...
- Maithili Thakur to contest Bihar elections: Folk singer's journey, educational background, and net worthPopular singer Maithili Thakur will contest the Bihar elections on a BJP ticket. The 25-year-old star will represent the Alinagar seat in D...
- Maithili Thakur joins BJP ahead of Bihar Election 2025: From folk fame to politics, can her voice resonate beyond music this time?Maithili Thakur has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Patna, weeks before the Bihar Assembly Election 2025. Thakur, who...
- India Budget: Nirmala Sitharaman's policies to lure Delhi, Bihar voters?Union Budget: The budget unveiled by the Modi government emphasizes political strategy with a specific focus on Delhi and Bihar. Significan...
- Sharda Sinha: Voice of Chhath falls silent, the songs live onFamed as the 'Begum Akhtar of Mithila', renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away at 72 after battling multiple myeloma. Her soulful vo...
- Sharda Sinha death: From Chhath songs to Bollywood hits, remembering the beloved folk singer's iconic melodiesSharda Sinha, a revered figure in Indian folk music and affectionately known as the 'Bihar Kokila,' passed away at the age of 72, leaving b...
- Sharda Sinha, 'Hum Aapke Hain Kaun' singer, on ventilator support; Son appeals fans to pray during Chhath PujaLegendary Bhojpuri singer Sharda Sinha, known as 'Bihar Kokila', is currently on ventilator support at AIIMS, Delhi. Her son, Anshuman, sha...
- Hartalika Teej 2022: Puja timings, how to observe fast, perform pujaAccording to Hindu traditions, Goddess Parvati kept fast to get Lord Shiva as her husband. Hartalika comprises two words - 'harát' - abduct...
- Chhath Puja to get special place in BJP's attempt to woo eastern UP voters in DelhiIn addition, the party will showcase Chhath Puja in an attempt to reach out to Purvanchal voters in the run-up to the Uttar Pradesh assembl...
- On Chhath, Bihar's Rohtas celebrates folk culture on riverbankDuring this age-old traditional celebration, mostly observed by people from Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh region, who pay obeisance to th...
- Three-day 'Bihar Mahotsav' begins in DelhiAmid strains of thumri, colourful folk performances and aroma of traditional cuisine, three-day 'Bihar Mahotsav' kicked off in Delhi.
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