Delhi Chhath Puja holiday announced for November 16: Schools, colleges, government offices to remain closedThe Delhi government has declared November 16, 2026, a public holiday on account of Chhath Puja. All government offices, autonomous bodies ...
10 Nov, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Chhath Puja Complete Samagri List: Check All Items Required for Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya and Usha ArghyaChhath Puja is a vibrant multi-day festival celebrated with profound devotion, requiring meticulous preparations and specific offerings. Fa...
10 Nov, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Chhath Puja Vrat Rules 2026: What Can Parvaitins Eat and What Should They Avoid During the Fast?Chhath Puja vrat involves four days of strict food discipline, purification and devotion to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. From the tradition...
10 Nov, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Nahay Khay 2026: Kaddu Bhaat Recipe, Traditional Food Rules And Chhath Puja RitualsNahay Khay 2026 will be observed on November 13, marking the beginning of the four-day Chhath Puja festival. Devotees take a holy bath and ...
10 Nov, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Bank holiday on Diwali/Bali Pratipada? Are banks open or closed today on November 10, 2026?Bank holiday today: Bank branches in few states will be closed on November 10, 2026. This closure is due to the observance of Bali Pratipad...
10 Nov, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Who Is Chhathi Maiya? The Goddess Behind Chhath Puja and Her Surprising Connection With Surya DevMillions of devotees pray to Chhathi Maiya during Chhath Puja, but who is the goddess behind the festival? Often described as the sister of...
09 Nov, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
Diwali/ Laxmi Puja bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on November 9, 2026?Bank branches will close in certain states on November 9, 2026, for Diwali and related festivities. Customers should verify bank operating ...
09 Nov, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
- Away From Bihar This Chhath Puja? Check These Ghats in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru
Thousands of families from Bihar, Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh celebrate Chhath Puja in cities far from their hometowns. From Yamuna...
09 Nov, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
Why Is the Setting Sun Worshipped Before the Rising Sun During Chhath Puja? Know the SignificanceChhath Puja follows a tradition rarely seen in other Hindu festivals: devotees offer Arghya to the setting Sun before worshipping the risin...
08 Nov, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Saturday bank holiday: Are bank branches open today, November 7, 2026? Check detailsCustomers should mark November 7, 2026, on their calendars as banks will be fully operational on this first Saturday of the month. They wil...
07 Nov, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
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...
04 Nov, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
November 2026 Hindu Festival Calendar: Diwali, Chhath Puja, Dev Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Other Important DatesNovember 2026 features several important Hindu festivals, including Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year, Bhai Dooj, Chhath...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Why Chhath Puja Is Considered One of the Strictest Hindu Fasts: The 36-Hour Nirjala Vrat ExplainedChhath Puja is a significant Hindu festival marked by a demanding 36-hour Nirjala fast. Devotees abstain from food and water while engaging...
02 Nov, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Chhath Puja Prasad 2026: How to Make Traditional Thekua and What to Keep in the DauraThekua is one of the most important prasad items prepared for Chhath Puja, while the daura basket carries fruits, sugarcane, coconut and ot...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
November 2026 Festival List: From Dhanteras and Diwali to Chhath Puja, Dev Diwali and Guru Nanak Jayanti, check complete calendar of festivals and important datesNovember 2026 Festival Calendar: November 2026 marks an important time for religious observances and celebrations across India. Significant...
02 Nov, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
November 2026 holiday list: Check full list of Diwali, Bhai dooj, Govardhan, Guru Nanak Jayanti and other dates and festivalsNovember 2026 holiday list includes Diwali on November 8, Chhath Puja on November 15 and Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 24. The month also ...
02 Nov, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
As Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Draws Attention, Discover the Sacred Chhath Puja Connection With Lord Rama and SitaChhath Puja is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to the Sun God, but its connection with the Ramayana adds another layer of religi...
30 Oct, 2026, 12.18 PM IST