Dussehra celebrations
India's Tallest Ravana Effigy Face Mysteriously Survives Flames During Kota Dussehra Celebration
Oct 03, 2025 09:47 pm CST
During Kota's Dussehra festival, India's tallest Ravana effigy at 233 feet experienced a technical glitch when its face refused to burn despite the rest of the structure being engulfed in flames. Municipal fire brigade eventually intervened with a hydraulic crane to complete the ceremonial burning, concluding the traditional celebration that symbolizes good triumphing over evil.
India's Defence Minister Warns Pakistan: Aggression in Sir Creek Will Change 'History and Geography'
Oct 02, 2025 04:55 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivered a stern warning to Pakistan during Dussehra celebrations near Bhuj, stating any aggression in the Sir Creek region would face a decisive response. While celebrating with troops and performing 'shastra puja,' Singh highlighted the success of Operation Sindoor against terrorism and emphasized the importance of military jointness in protecting India's sovereignty.
PM Modi to Participate in Dussehra Celebrations at East Delhi's Patparganj: Traditional Ravana Dahan Ceremony
Oct 02, 2025 09:46 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Dussehra celebrations at IP Extension, Patparganj in East Delhi on Thursday, participating in the traditional Ravana Dahan ceremony that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. The event continues PM Modi's tradition of joining important cultural festivities, following his previous attendance at similar celebrations across Delhi in recent years.
Madhya Pradesh High Court Prohibits Burning of Sonam Raghuvanshi Effigy During Dussehra Festival
Sep 28, 2025 02:51 am CST
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has banned an Indore-based organization from burning effigies of Sonam Raghuvanshi and other women accused of criminal charges during Dussehra festivities. The ruling came following a petition by Sonam's mother, as her daughter faces trial for allegedly orchestrating her husband's murder during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. The court deemed such practices unacceptable in a democratic society.
"Go See Preamble": Supreme Court Junks Plea In Banu Mushtaq-Dussehra Row
Sep 19, 2025 05:00 pm CST
The Supreme Court has rejected a petition challenging the Karnataka government's decision to invite Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq as the chief guest to Dussehra festivities at the famous Chamundeshwari Hills on Monday.