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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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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News By: Neeraja Nath
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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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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News By: Dharini Mudgal
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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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
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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New Team India selection panel announced, Pragyan Ojha named chief selector
The BCCI on Monday announced the revised Team India men's selection panel, naming ex-spinner Pragyan Ojha as chief selector following Ajit Agarkar's exit. Ojha will chair the committee based on seniority, having played the most Tests among its members. Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the panel, which also includes Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh and Ajay Ratra.
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04:21 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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The BCCI on Monday announced the revised Team India men's selection panel, naming ex-spinner Pragyan Ojha as chief selector following Ajit Agarkar's exit. Ojha will chair the committee based on seniority, having played the most Tests among its members. Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the panel, which also includes Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh and Ajay Ratra.
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PM Modi offers prayers to Maa Siddhidatri on Maha Navami
PM Narendra Modi took to X to extend Maha Navami greetings, offering prayers to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga. "On this sacred occasion, I pray at the feet of Maa Siddhidatri!" wrote PM Modi, adding, "May she bless all her devotees with the fulfillment of their resolves - this is my prayer."
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
04:31 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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PM Narendra Modi took to X to extend Maha Navami greetings, offering prayers to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga. "On this sacred occasion, I pray at the feet of Maa Siddhidatri!" wrote PM Modi, adding, "May she bless all her devotees with the fulfillment of their resolves - this is my prayer."
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Pics show Navratri celebrations at temple in New York
The Indian-American diaspora celebrated Ashtami Puja and Durga Puja at the Hindu Temple of Tri-State in White Plains, New York State, on Sunday. People of all ages, including children and the elderly, were seen performing garba and dancing as singers sang traditional songs. Sharad Navratri began on October 11.
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05:00 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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The Indian-American diaspora celebrated Ashtami Puja and Durga Puja at the Hindu Temple of Tri-State in White Plains, New York State, on Sunday. People of all ages, including children and the elderly, were seen performing garba and dancing as singers sang traditional songs. Sharad Navratri began on October 11.
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Video shows 30-foot cockroach effigy set to be burnt alongside Raavan's in Delhi
A video showing a 30-foot cockroach effigy, which will be burnt alongside Raavan's effigy during Dussehra celebrations in Delhi's Pitampura, has surfaced. Shree Keshav Ram Leela Committee said the effigy symbolises filth and aims to promote cleanliness under Swachh Bharat campaign. Earlier, committee president and BJP MLA Ashok Goel denied any political motive amid Cockroach Janta Party protests.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
05:53 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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A video showing a 30-foot cockroach effigy, which will be burnt alongside Raavan's effigy during Dussehra celebrations in Delhi's Pitampura, has surfaced. Shree Keshav Ram Leela Committee said the effigy symbolises filth and aims to promote cleanliness under Swachh Bharat campaign. Earlier, committee president and BJP MLA Ashok Goel denied any political motive amid Cockroach Janta Party protests.
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UP CM Adityanath performs Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple on Maha Navami on Monday. During the traditional ritual, he worshipped young girls as embodiments of Shakti and sought blessings for peace and prosperity. After the puja, he offered clothes, prasad and dakshina to the girls. The nine-day festival of Navaratri, is being celebrated across the country.
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06:00 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple on Maha Navami on Monday. During the traditional ritual, he worshipped young girls as embodiments of Shakti and sought blessings for peace and prosperity. After the puja, he offered clothes, prasad and dakshina to the girls. The nine-day festival of Navaratri, is being celebrated across the country.
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Minister slams Daler Mehndi for being drunk on stage in Uttarakhand; video goes viral
Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal confronted singer Daler Mehndi on stage during a live performance in Tehri over alleged alcohol consumption. Uniyal said, "There's a Durga Mata programme for Navratri, and you're singing...after drinking alcohol." "We called you so...our people could be entertained. Aap bewakoof bana rahe hain humein...You can’t even speak properly...how'll you sing?" he asked.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
06:17 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal confronted singer Daler Mehndi on stage during a live performance in Tehri over alleged alcohol consumption. Uniyal said, "There's a Durga Mata programme for Navratri, and you're singing...after drinking alcohol." "We called you so...our people could be entertained. Aap bewakoof bana rahe hain humein...You can’t even speak properly...how'll you sing?" he asked.
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Bihar student paints Durga Puja pandal in 22 hrs after artists don't show up
Neha, an art student at Bihar's Patna Art College, painted an entire Durga Puja pandal in just 20-22 hours to help her brother after the hired artists didn't show up. They used an iron and plywood structure instead of traditional bamboo pandals and painted it with detailed motifs and murals. "Nothing stops a determined human!" a social media user said.
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News By: Ishaan Mukherjee
06:32 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Neha, an art student at Bihar's Patna Art College, painted an entire Durga Puja pandal in just 20-22 hours to help her brother after the hired artists didn't show up. They used an iron and plywood structure instead of traditional bamboo pandals and painted it with detailed motifs and murals. "Nothing stops a determined human!" a social media user said.
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Neetu Kapoor washes granddaughter Raha's feet during Kanya Pujan
Neetu Kapoor celebrated Ashtami by hosting a traditional Kanya Pujan ceremony at her home, with granddaughter Raha Kapoor taking part in the ritual. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's daughter was honoured as a kanjak. Raha was seen sitting on a small grey stool as her grandmother washed her feet as part of the ceremony.
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07:00 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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Neetu Kapoor celebrated Ashtami by hosting a traditional Kanya Pujan ceremony at her home, with granddaughter Raha Kapoor taking part in the ritual. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's daughter was honoured as a kanjak. Raha was seen sitting on a small grey stool as her grandmother washed her feet as part of the ceremony.
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Gold gets cheaper in India ahead of Dussehra
The price of gold fell in India, making the precious metal cheaper ahead of Dussehra, which will be celebrated on Tuesday. Gold prices fell by ₹482 to hit ₹1,45,944 per 10 grams on Monday, a day after they broke a four-day losing streak. Silver also got cheaper on Monday, falling by ₹2,168 to hit ₹2,08,750 per kilogram.
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07:26 pm Monday, 19 October 2026
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The price of gold fell in India, making the precious metal cheaper ahead of Dussehra, which will be celebrated on Tuesday. Gold prices fell by ₹482 to hit ₹1,45,944 per 10 grams on Monday, a day after they broke a four-day losing streak. Silver also got cheaper on Monday, falling by ₹2,168 to hit ₹2,08,750 per kilogram.
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