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With burning of Ravan's effigies, people celebrate Dussehra across nation

Dussehra was celebrated across the country on Saturday with revellers coming out in large numbers to witness the burning of Ravana effigies, marking a spectacular culmination of 10-day of festivities filled with rituals, songs, dance and processions. Effigies of the demon king, his brother Kumbhakarna and son Meghnad went up in flames at open grounds with the attending crowds erupting as the firecrackers from the burning effigies illuminated the night sky. Social media platforms were awash with colourful, celebratory posts with people wishing each other health and happiness. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the festivities at the Red Fort Parade Ground where they were welcomed by the organisers of Sri Dharmik Leela Committee. The festival celebrates Lord Rama's vanquishing the 10-headed demon king Ravana, and symbolises the triumph of good over evil. Huge Durga puja pandals were set up across venues showcasing designs based on a variety of innovative

With burning of Ravan's effigies, people celebrate Dussehra across nation
Updated On : 12 Oct 2024 | 7:46 PM IST

In the footsteps of Ravana

The book traces his reign to the Kumana region using a mix of archaeological finds and the abundant regional legends and folklore around him

In the footsteps of Ravana
Updated On : 26 Jul 2024 | 11:00 PM IST

BJP takes dig at CM Bhupesh Baghel with cartoon portraying him as Ravana

The Bharatiya Janata Party in Chhattisgarh posted a cartoon of Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, which showed him as "Ravan", and said that "this time, Ravana of corruption will be burnt"

BJP takes dig at CM Bhupesh Baghel with cartoon portraying him as Ravana
Updated On : 25 Oct 2023 | 6:25 PM IST

Dussehra 2023: When is Vijayadashami? Know date, history, significance

While the name Dussehra is more common in North Indian states and Karnataka, Vijayadashami is popular in West Bengal

Dussehra 2023: When is Vijayadashami? Know date, history, significance
Updated On : 24 Oct 2023 | 1:35 PM IST

LIVE updates: FM Sitharaman sees strong growth, low inflation in 2023

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LIVE updates: FM Sitharaman sees strong growth, low inflation in 2023
Updated On : 30 Nov 2022 | 10:54 PM IST

Narrow escape for Dussehra revellers as Ravan effigy falls in Haryana

Several people had a narrow escape during a Dussehra event in Haryana's Yamunanagar on Wednesday when a burning effigy of Ravana fell while they were trying to go near it. Police said no one was injured in the incident. Yamunanagar Superintendent of Police Mohit Handa said some people were trying to go near the burning effigy but police personnel present there pushed them back. Asked whether the effigy fell on any of the spectators, the SP said it did not. It may appear that the burning effigy fell on some people but it was not the case, said the SP while referring to a video clip of the incident doing the rounds on social media. "We have checked in hospitals and police personnel were also present on the spot. There was no injury to anyone," he said. Effigies of demon king Ravana, his son Meghnad and brother Kumbhakaran are set on fire on the occasion of Dussehra to celebrate the victory of good over evil.

Narrow escape for Dussehra revellers as Ravan effigy falls in Haryana
Updated On : 05 Oct 2022 | 10:51 PM IST

Dusshera: Ravan effigy makers unhappy with drop in sale amid Covid-19

The 10th day of Sharad Navratri is celebrated as Dussehra or Vijay Dashami

Dusshera: Ravan effigy makers unhappy with drop in sale amid Covid-19
Updated On : 25 Oct 2020 | 6:40 AM IST

This year's Dussehra fails to bring cheer to Ravana makers of Delhi's Tatarpur

The year 2020 has been an unusual one, given the severe coronavirus health crisis facing the entire world

This year's Dussehra fails to bring cheer to Ravana makers of Delhi's Tatarpur
Updated On : 17 Oct 2020 | 10:04 PM IST

Meeting Ravana

In Bisrakh, a sleepy village ahead of Noida, Ravana is many things but the archetypal villain from The Ramayana

Meeting Ravana
Updated On : 20 Aug 2016 | 12:34 AM IST