Chhath Puja: Four Days Of Fasting And Prayers
The Free Press Journal|November 17, 2023
Community leaders reminisce how the festival started in Mumbai and later became a competition between parties
MANOJ RAMAKRISHNAN
Chhath Puja: Four Days Of Fasting And Prayers

After the lavish celebrations of Diwali, the festival of Chhath Puja will be marked by fasting and prayers by the city's Bihari community from November 17-20. As indicated by the name, the first day of the puja is the sixth one after Diwali, marked by satvik food.

The biggest gathering will be at Girgaum Chowpatty at sunset today (Friday), but there will be crowds of worshippers at Madh Island, Juhu, Dadar Chowpatty, Sion Talao and over a 100 other spots in the city. The puja can be done wherever there is a natural water body.

Denne historien er fra November 17, 2023-utgaven av The Free Press Journal.

Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.

Denne historien er fra November 17, 2023-utgaven av The Free Press Journal.

Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.

FLERE HISTORIER FRA THE FREE PRESS JOURNALSe alt
Tower Cranes for India
The Free Press Journal

Tower Cranes for India

V.G. Sakthikumar, CMD, Schwing Stetter India, discusses market trends, technology, and safety in urban construction

time-read
3 mins  |
December 07, 2024
OTR tire market growth
The Free Press Journal

OTR tire market growth

Prashanta Ganguly, Head OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries (BKT) talks about trends, innovations, and future demand

time-read
1 min  |
December 07, 2024
Immigration cuts announced
The Free Press Journal

Immigration cuts announced

UK government plans sharp reductions despite declining net migration

time-read
1 min  |
December 07, 2024
Beware of European university scams
The Free Press Journal

Beware of European university scams

Research thoroughly before committing to European study abroad options

time-read
2 mins  |
December 07, 2024
Visa scam crackdown
The Free Press Journal

Visa scam crackdown

Authorities have arrested three individuals in connection with a fraudulent scheme exploiting the name of VFS Global to scam visa applicants.

time-read
1 min  |
December 07, 2024
Will Canada become the "51st State"?
The Free Press Journal

Will Canada become the "51st State"?

Donald Trump, recently re-elected as U.S. President, has proposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico.

time-read
1 min  |
December 07, 2024
UK-India trade talks
The Free Press Journal

UK-India trade talks

The UK and India have been negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) since 2022, with both nations aiming to expand their $36 billion annual trade relationship.

time-read
1 min  |
December 07, 2024
MOST DESIRABLE
The Free Press Journal

MOST DESIRABLE

The new Maruti Suzuki Dzire looks like everything it should, but is it the perfect package?

time-read
3 mins  |
December 07, 2024
Element of control
The Free Press Journal

Element of control

We tested the JK Tyre Levitas Ultra tyres on different premium vehicles in a number of challenges at NATRAX in Indore

time-read
2 mins  |
December 07, 2024
Whispers of pastel
The Free Press Journal

Whispers of pastel

Nestled in the heart of Whitefield, Bengaluru, this minimal home design is a Pastel Abode that stands as a serene retreat. Here, emotive design meets the timeless elegance of minimalism. This home blends soft, pastel tones with clean, understated interiors, resulting in a space that feels both calm and inviting.

time-read
2 mins  |
December 07, 2024