Primary Country (Mandatory)

United States

Other Country (Optional)

Set News Language for United States

Primary Language (Mandatory)
English
Other Language[s] (Optional)
No other language available

Set News Language for World

Primary Language (Mandatory)
English
Other Language(s) (Optional)

Set News Source for United States

Primary Source (Mandatory)
CNN
Other Source[s] (Optional)

Set News Source for World

Primary Source (Mandatory)
AajTak
Other Source(s) (Optional)
  • Countries
    • India
    • United States
    • Qatar
    • Germany
    • China
    • Canada
    • World
  • Categories
    • National
    • International
    • Business
    • Entertainment
    • Sports
    • Special
    • All Categories
  • Available Languages for United States
    • English
  • All Languages
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Arabic
    • German
    • Chinese
    • French
  • Sources
    • India
      • AajTak
      • NDTV India
      • The Hindu
      • India Today
      • Zee News
      • NDTV
      • BBC
      • The Wire
      • News18
      • News 24
      • The Quint
      • ABP News
      • Zee News
      • News 24
    • United States
      • CNN
      • Fox News
      • Al Jazeera
      • CBSN
      • NY Post
      • Voice of America
      • The New York Times
      • HuffPost
      • ABC News
      • Newsy
    • Qatar
      • Al Jazeera
      • Al Arab
      • The Peninsula
      • Gulf Times
      • Al Sharq
      • Qatar Tribune
      • Al Raya
      • Lusail
    • Germany
      • DW
      • ZDF
      • ProSieben
      • RTL
      • n-tv
      • Die Welt
      • Süddeutsche Zeitung
      • Frankfurter Rundschau
    • China
      • China Daily
      • BBC
      • The New York Times
      • Voice of America
      • Beijing Daily
      • The Epoch Times
      • Ta Kung Pao
      • Xinmin Evening News
    • Canada
      • CBC
      • Radio-Canada
      • CTV
      • TVA Nouvelles
      • Le Journal de Montréal
      • Global News
      • BNN Bloomberg
      • Métro
Google Pixel 6a Android Phone Buy Now
Stretch High Waisted Ripped Jeans Buy Now
LN LENQIN Military Sport Watch Buy Now
Womens Satin Pajama Set Buy Now
Business Dress Shirts Wrinkle Free Buy Now
Blazer Casual Sport Coats Buy Now
Best Friend Keychain Gifts Buy Now
Formal Office Shoes Buy Now
Skinny Jean for Women Buy Now
Ultrasonic Pest & Insect Repeller Buy Now
Lee Men's Regular Fit Straight Leg Jean Buy Now
Women's Wide Leg Pants with Pockets Buy Now
OYOANGLE Mens Baggy Dress Pants Buy Now
Multiport USB Charger for Multiple Devices Buy Now
TCL 40-Inch 1080p LED Smart TV Buy Now
Oversized Sunglasses for Women Buy Now
Essentials Men's Regular-Fit Shirt Buy Now
Men's Shawl Collar Cardigans Buy Now
Roswear Women's Bermuda Shorts Buy Now
Blisset 3 Pack High Waisted Leggings for Women Buy Now
MoreBack to News Headlines
Know Dates And Rituals Of Chhath Puja, How They Are Performed

Know Dates And Rituals Of Chhath Puja, How They Are Performed

NDTV
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 8:21 AM GMT

Chhath Puja 2023 Dates: Historically, Chhath Puja holds a special place as it was believed to have been practiced by the legendary figures of Surya and Savitri.

The festival of Chhath is just days away and will be celebrated with enthusiasm in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and West Bengal. Chhath Puja is deeply rooted in ancient history and traces its origins to the Vedic times. The Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, mentions rituals dedicated to the Sun, emphasising its importance in sustaining life. Over the centuries, these rituals evolved into the elaborate and revered Chhath Puja observed today.

The dates for Chhath Puja are decided on the basis od Hindu calendar. If falls six days after Diwali, on the sixth day of the lunar month of Kartika, with the devotees worshipping Chhathi Maiya, the sixth form of Devi Prakriti and Sun's sister. The rituals are observed over four days. They include holy bathing, fasting and observing a tough fast, including abstaining from drinking water.

This year, according to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Chhath Puja will begin on November 17 and continue till the 20th. It starts with the ritual of Nahay Khay (bathing and feasting) on the first day. On the second day, called Kharna, devotees fast throughout the day, breaking it only after sunset as an offering to the deities.

Read full story on NDTV
Share this story on:-
Run 3 Space | Play Space Running GamePlay Run 3, the ultimate space tunnel running game with 300+ challenging levels!Adv.
Traffic Jam 3D | Online Racing GameTraffic Jam 3D is a game where you’ll be driving through heavy traffic.Adv.
Duck Hunt | Play Old Classic GamePlay the classic 1984 light gun shooter game Duck Hunt on your browser.Adv.
More Related News
Parking Slot | Free Parking GamePlay Parking Slot, the best online 3D car driving and parking game.Adv.
Slope Ball Run - Play OnlineSlope Game takes you on an exciting journey of a ball on special paths.Adv.
© 2008 - 2025 Webjosh  |  News Archive  |  Privacy Policy  |  Contact Us