Why are both Ashtami and Navami occuring on October 19?
Ashtami and Navami, two key days of Navratri, are being observed on October 19 due to the Hindu lunar calendar. Hindu festivals follow tithis, or lunar days, which can be shorter or longer than a solar day and can begin at any hour. Several panchangs place end of Ashtami around 10:50 am on October 19 and Navami begins right after.
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Ashtami and Navami, two key days of Navratri, are being observed on October 19 due to the Hindu lunar calendar. Hindu festivals follow tithis, or lunar days, which can be shorter or longer than a solar day and can begin at any hour. Several panchangs place end of Ashtami around 10:50 am on October 19 and Navami begins right after.
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Girls perform aarti with men at J&K temple after special training for Navratri
A video has surfaced online showing girls performing aarti alongside men at the Raghunath Ji Temple in Jammu during Navratri. The girls underwent special training to perform the ritual, ANI reported. The initiative aims to break gender barriers in temple rituals, with over 100 women volunteering for training to become female priests, known as Panditains.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
10:03 am Monday, 19 October 2026
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A video has surfaced online showing girls performing aarti alongside men at the Raghunath Ji Temple in Jammu during Navratri. The girls underwent special training to perform the ritual, ANI reported. The initiative aims to break gender barriers in temple rituals, with over 100 women volunteering for training to become female priests, known as Panditains.
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1st pic of attackers who shot at Tiger Shroff surfaces
CCTV camera captured the first image of two men who are suspected of opening fire on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car while he was exiting a ground in Mumbai's Juhu. "It appears that the accused may have followed the actor and waited outside the park gate until he arrived,” a police officer said. Motorcycle used in attack has been seized.
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08:29 am Monday, 19 October 2026
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CCTV camera captured the first image of two men who are suspected of opening fire on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car while he was exiting a ground in Mumbai's Juhu. "It appears that the accused may have followed the actor and waited outside the park gate until he arrived,” a police officer said. Motorcycle used in attack has been seized.
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Video shows Delhi CM Rekha Gupta dancing to 'Kamariya' at Garba event
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was seen dancing at a Garba event organised by Delhi Tourism for teachers on the occasion of Navratri festival. A video shared by ANI showed her showcasing her dandiya skills as she danced to "Kamariya" and also holding a child in her arms. The programme was dedicated to Anganwadi and Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
11:00 am Monday, 19 October 2026
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was seen dancing at a Garba event organised by Delhi Tourism for teachers on the occasion of Navratri festival. A video shared by ANI showed her showcasing her dandiya skills as she danced to "Kamariya" and also holding a child in her arms. The programme was dedicated to Anganwadi and Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers.
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11:00 am Monday, 19 October 2026
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All 3 shooters who opened fire at Tiger Shroff caught
The three shooters who opened fire at Tiger Shroff's car as he was returning home from a football ground in Mumbai have been caught in Rajasthan's Kota, reports said. Shroff escaped with minor injuries in the attack, but his driver sustained a gunshot wound. Tiger immediately swapped seats with him and rushed him to hospital.
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11:39 am Monday, 19 October 2026
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The three shooters who opened fire at Tiger Shroff's car as he was returning home from a football ground in Mumbai have been caught in Rajasthan's Kota, reports said. Shroff escaped with minor injuries in the attack, but his driver sustained a gunshot wound. Tiger immediately swapped seats with him and rushed him to hospital.
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Why is a banana tree dressed as a bride during Durga Puja?
During Durga Puja, a banana plant dressed in a white sari with a red border is worshipped as Kola Bou, meaning 'banana bride' in Bengali. The bridal appearance is rooted in Bengali cultural symbolism, in which a newly married woman is associated with auspiciousness. The tradition symbolises fertility, prosperity, and the importance of nature in sustaining life.
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12:03 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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During Durga Puja, a banana plant dressed in a white sari with a red border is worshipped as Kola Bou, meaning 'banana bride' in Bengali. The bridal appearance is rooted in Bengali cultural symbolism, in which a newly married woman is associated with auspiciousness. The tradition symbolises fertility, prosperity, and the importance of nature in sustaining life.
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MS Dhoni celebrates Navratri with Anant Ambani, video shows him taking dragon boat ride
Former India captain MS Dhoni celebrated Navratri with Anant Ambani in Gujarat's Jamnagar. A video circulating on social media shows Dhoni enjoying a dragon boat ride at the carnival. Anant was later seen inviting Dhoni to try another spinning ride, but the cricketer playfully declined. Dhoni's wife Sakshi Dhoni also accompanied him to Jamnagar for the celebrations.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
01:09 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Former India captain MS Dhoni celebrated Navratri with Anant Ambani in Gujarat's Jamnagar. A video circulating on social media shows Dhoni enjoying a dragon boat ride at the carnival. Anant was later seen inviting Dhoni to try another spinning ride, but the cricketer playfully declined. Dhoni's wife Sakshi Dhoni also accompanied him to Jamnagar for the celebrations.
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What's the difference between Ram Navami and Maha Navami?
Ram Navami marks the birth of Lord Ram and falls on the ninth lunar day of Chaitra Navratri, usually in March-April. Maha Navami is devoted to Goddess Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Durga, and is observed on the ninth day of Sharad Navratri. Maha Navami marks the goddess's victory over Mahishasura and is followed by Dussehra on the tenth day.
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01:01 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Ram Navami marks the birth of Lord Ram and falls on the ninth lunar day of Chaitra Navratri, usually in March-April. Maha Navami is devoted to Goddess Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Durga, and is observed on the ninth day of Sharad Navratri. Maha Navami marks the goddess's victory over Mahishasura and is followed by Dussehra on the tenth day.
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Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Muhammad Sarwar dies mysteriously in Pakistan
Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, alias Abu Hashim, died mysteriously after falling from the fourth floor of Markaz Qudsia on Sunday in Pakistan's Lahore. A founding member of LeT, he had served as its Lahore chief and was involved in fundraising. The United States designated him a terrorist for his role in supporting the group's financial network.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
02:14 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, alias Abu Hashim, died mysteriously after falling from the fourth floor of Markaz Qudsia on Sunday in Pakistan's Lahore. A founding member of LeT, he had served as its Lahore chief and was involved in fundraising. The United States designated him a terrorist for his role in supporting the group's financial network.
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Why is Garba performed in a circle?
Garba, a devotional dance performed during Navaratri in honour of Shakti, is traditionally danced in a circle. The circle symbolises the cycle of life, time, birth, death, and rebirth, while reflecting the belief that divine energy remains constant. The word 'Garba' derives from the Sanskrit word 'garbha', meaning womb, and is associated with creation, life, and feminine energy.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
02:00 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Garba, a devotional dance performed during Navaratri in honour of Shakti, is traditionally danced in a circle. The circle symbolises the cycle of life, time, birth, death, and rebirth, while reflecting the belief that divine energy remains constant. The word 'Garba' derives from the Sanskrit word 'garbha', meaning womb, and is associated with creation, life, and feminine energy.
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Shivraj Chouhan performs 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence on Navami
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday performed 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence in Bhopal on the occasion of Navami, the ninth day of Navratri. During the ritual, Chouhan worshipped young girls and served them food. 'Kanya Pujan' honours nine young girls who represent Goddess Durga's nine avatars and is observed on the eighth or ninth day of Navratri.
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02:39 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday performed 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence in Bhopal on the occasion of Navami, the ninth day of Navratri. During the ritual, Chouhan worshipped young girls and served them food. 'Kanya Pujan' honours nine young girls who represent Goddess Durga's nine avatars and is observed on the eighth or ninth day of Navratri.
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Jaipur's Hawa Mahal recreated at Durga Puja pandal in Varanasi
A Durga Puja pandal in Shivpur in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi recreated Jaipur's iconic Hawa Mahal. The pandal showcases Rajasthani culture, with Goddess Durga adorned in traditional Rajasthani attire. Around 25 artisans from West Bengal worked for two months to complete the pandal, while the idol was crafted in around 22 days.
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02:30 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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A Durga Puja pandal in Shivpur in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi recreated Jaipur's iconic Hawa Mahal. The pandal showcases Rajasthani culture, with Goddess Durga adorned in traditional Rajasthani attire. Around 25 artisans from West Bengal worked for two months to complete the pandal, while the idol was crafted in around 22 days.
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Chinmay Sutar scores historic 400, achieves rare feat in Indian cricket
Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar has become only the second Indian to score 400 runs in a first-class innings, achieving the feat during the Ranji Trophy Plate match against Nagaland in Sovima on Monday. He reached the 400-run mark off 517 balls. Bhausaheb Nimbalkar was the first Indian to achieve the feat, scoring 443* for Maharashtra against Kathiawar in 1948.
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02:54 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar has become only the second Indian to score 400 runs in a first-class innings, achieving the feat during the Ranji Trophy Plate match against Nagaland in Sovima on Monday. He reached the 400-run mark off 517 balls. Bhausaheb Nimbalkar was the first Indian to achieve the feat, scoring 443* for Maharashtra against Kathiawar in 1948.
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Shooters got ₹50,000 to attack Tiger Shroff; recced actor's house & gym for 10 days: Report
The three shooters who opened fire on Tiger Shroff’s car received ₹50,000 collectively as an advance for the attack, DNA reported, citing police sources. They reportedly surveyed the actor’s home and gym and tracked his movements for nearly 10 days, using paparazzi videos. The accused allegedly remained in contact with handlers through WhatsApp and Signal, sharing the crime scene’s location.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
03:25 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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The three shooters who opened fire on Tiger Shroff’s car received ₹50,000 collectively as an advance for the attack, DNA reported, citing police sources. They reportedly surveyed the actor’s home and gym and tracked his movements for nearly 10 days, using paparazzi videos. The accused allegedly remained in contact with handlers through WhatsApp and Signal, sharing the crime scene’s location.
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Delhi CM performs Kanya Pujan, says 'Daughters are embodiment of divine power'
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta performed Kanya Pujan with her family on the occasion of Maha Navami. "Daughters are the very embodiment of divine power...True societal progress lies in their honour, education, safety, and empowerment," she said. "Providing every daughter with equal opportunities...and fulfill her dreams is the true essence of bringing the spirit of Kanya Pujan to life," she added.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
03:30 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta performed Kanya Pujan with her family on the occasion of Maha Navami. "Daughters are the very embodiment of divine power...True societal progress lies in their honour, education, safety, and empowerment," she said. "Providing every daughter with equal opportunities...and fulfill her dreams is the true essence of bringing the spirit of Kanya Pujan to life," she added.
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Why did stock market crash today?
Indian stock market crashed on Monday, with Sensex falling over 1,000 points intraday and Nifty dropping over 300 points, wiping out around ₹4 lakh crore in investor wealth. Investor sentiment weakened amid rising crude oil prices due to Strait of Hormuz tensions. A sell-off in private bank stocks following mixed quarterly results and continued foreign investor outflows weighed on markets.
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03:53 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Indian stock market crashed on Monday, with Sensex falling over 1,000 points intraday and Nifty dropping over 300 points, wiping out around ₹4 lakh crore in investor wealth. Investor sentiment weakened amid rising crude oil prices due to Strait of Hormuz tensions. A sell-off in private bank stocks following mixed quarterly results and continued foreign investor outflows weighed on markets.
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Indian stocks tank, wipe out ₹5,70,262 crore investor wealth
Sensex ended in the red on Monday after recording a nearly 2,500-point jump in the previous week, while Nifty also ended in the red after rising 625 points. Sensex closed below 74,000 as it fell nearly 900 points, and Nifty closed below 23,000 after falling over 250 points. The rout wiped out investor wealth worth ₹5,70,262 crore in a day.
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03:50 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Sensex ended in the red on Monday after recording a nearly 2,500-point jump in the previous week, while Nifty also ended in the red after rising 625 points. Sensex closed below 74,000 as it fell nearly 900 points, and Nifty closed below 23,000 after falling over 250 points. The rout wiped out investor wealth worth ₹5,70,262 crore in a day.
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TN auto drivers celebrate Ayudha Puja, offer prayers to vehicles
Auto drivers in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli celebrated Ayudha Puja on Monday by decorating their yellow auto-rickshaws and offering prayers. They performed rituals using garlands, camphor and offerings placed on banana leaves. Observed on Maha Navami, Ayudha Puja involves worshipping vehicles, tools and instruments to seek blessings for safety and prosperity during the Navaratri festival.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
04:11 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Auto drivers in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli celebrated Ayudha Puja on Monday by decorating their yellow auto-rickshaws and offering prayers. They performed rituals using garlands, camphor and offerings placed on banana leaves. Observed on Maha Navami, Ayudha Puja involves worshipping vehicles, tools and instruments to seek blessings for safety and prosperity during the Navaratri festival.
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Brokers seek afternoon Muhurat Trading on Diwali: Report
Stock brokers and market participants have again urged exchanges to hold Muhurat Trading during the daytime, as they did last year, Moneycontrol reported. With Diwali falling on November 8, the auspicious Muhurat window is between 1:47 pm and 3:12 pm, prompting brokers to propose a 2 pm to 3 pm session. Traditionally, Muhurat Trading takes place during evening.
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04:08 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Stock brokers and market participants have again urged exchanges to hold Muhurat Trading during the daytime, as they did last year, Moneycontrol reported. With Diwali falling on November 8, the auspicious Muhurat window is between 1:47 pm and 3:12 pm, prompting brokers to propose a 2 pm to 3 pm session. Traditionally, Muhurat Trading takes place during evening.
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Hundreds of devotees offer prayers at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple on Navami
Hundreds of devotees offered prayers at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple on the occasion of Navami on Monday. Visuals showed several devotees waiting in queue for darshan and performing rituals at the temple. Navami, the last day of Navratri, is being celebrated today and will extend until the morning of October 20. Dussehra will be celebrated on October 20.
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04:00 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Hundreds of devotees offered prayers at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple on the occasion of Navami on Monday. Visuals showed several devotees waiting in queue for darshan and performing rituals at the temple. Navami, the last day of Navratri, is being celebrated today and will extend until the morning of October 20. Dussehra will be celebrated on October 20.
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