Delhi Chhath Puja

A man travelling from New Delhi to Darbhanga for Chhath Puja has raised concerns about the reservation system on the Indian Railways after his waiting list status on the Swatantrata Senani Express ticket increased unexpectedly.

As the four-day Chhath festival begins with the traditional 'Nahay Khay' on Tuesday, a disturbing sight marred the religious fervour along the banks of the Yamuna River near Kalindi Kunj in Delhi.

Chhath Puja 2024 Bank Holiday: In observance of Chhath Puja, banks in select states will remain closed for up to four consecutive days from November 7 to November 10.

The festive season in Delhi appears to be headed for a contentious closure with a clash between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the opposition BJP over the ghats for bathing during the coming Chhath puja.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has declared a public holiday on November 7 for Chhath Puja, calling it an "important festival" for the residents of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.

The Delhi government will set up 1000 "model ghats" for the Purvanchali festival Chhath across the city, Chief Minister Atishi said on Monday.

Devotees offered 'Araghya' to the rising sun as toxic foam floated on the surface of the polluted Yamuna river during Chhath Puja celebrations at Kalindi Kunj, in the national capital, on Monday morning.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday offered prayers on the occasion of Chhath Puja in his constituency.

Delhi has declared a 'dry day' on Sunday, the day when Rohit Sharma-led Team India aims to clinch its third ICC ODI World Cup title when they lock horns with Australia in the World Cup 2023 final.

Senior BJP leader Meenakshi Lekhi on Friday took a veiled swipe at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the issue of pollution in Yamuna, and said if the "Dilli ke Malik' had "stepped out of his Sheesh Mahal" he would have seen this mess.

With Chhath Puja beginning on Saturday, last-minute demand for train reservations is high, making it difficult for people to secure seats, and forcing travellers to look for alternative options.

Keeping in view the huge gatherings expected at the ponds, elaborate traffic arrangements have been made, the police said.

The Delhi government has declared Chhath on Sunday a 'dry day,' ordering liquor shops in the city to remain shut on the festival.

The AAP on Thursday said the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has prepared a 10-point plan to ensure smooth conduct of this year's Chhath Puja.

The Yamuna is ready for Chhath Pooja, said Arvind Kejriwal's party in a big update, just hours after Delhi Minister Atishi said toxic foam on the river will be cleared in the next one or two days.

A man travelling from New Delhi to Darbhanga for Chhath Puja has raised concerns about the reservation system on the Indian Railways after his waiting list status on the Swatantrata Senani Express ticket increased unexpectedly.

As the four-day Chhath festival begins with the traditional 'Nahay Khay' on Tuesday, a disturbing sight marred the religious fervour along the banks of the Yamuna River near Kalindi Kunj in Delhi.

Chhath Puja 2024 Bank Holiday: In observance of Chhath Puja, banks in select states will remain closed for up to four consecutive days from November 7 to November 10.

The festive season in Delhi appears to be headed for a contentious closure with a clash between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the opposition BJP over the ghats for bathing during the coming Chhath puja.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has declared a public holiday on November 7 for Chhath Puja, calling it an "important festival" for the residents of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.

The Delhi government will set up 1000 "model ghats" for the Purvanchali festival Chhath across the city, Chief Minister Atishi said on Monday.

Devotees offered 'Araghya' to the rising sun as toxic foam floated on the surface of the polluted Yamuna river during Chhath Puja celebrations at Kalindi Kunj, in the national capital, on Monday morning.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday offered prayers on the occasion of Chhath Puja in his constituency.

Delhi has declared a 'dry day' on Sunday, the day when Rohit Sharma-led Team India aims to clinch its third ICC ODI World Cup title when they lock horns with Australia in the World Cup 2023 final.

Senior BJP leader Meenakshi Lekhi on Friday took a veiled swipe at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the issue of pollution in Yamuna, and said if the "Dilli ke Malik' had "stepped out of his Sheesh Mahal" he would have seen this mess.

With Chhath Puja beginning on Saturday, last-minute demand for train reservations is high, making it difficult for people to secure seats, and forcing travellers to look for alternative options.

Keeping in view the huge gatherings expected at the ponds, elaborate traffic arrangements have been made, the police said.

The Delhi government has declared Chhath on Sunday a 'dry day,' ordering liquor shops in the city to remain shut on the festival.

The AAP on Thursday said the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has prepared a 10-point plan to ensure smooth conduct of this year's Chhath Puja.

The Yamuna is ready for Chhath Pooja, said Arvind Kejriwal's party in a big update, just hours after Delhi Minister Atishi said toxic foam on the river will be cleared in the next one or two days.