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Mahavir Mandir to Launch Shikhar Dhwaj-Puja Tradition from July 29, Flag to Be Replaced on Every Full Moon
Patna's Mahavir Mandir will begin a monthly Shikhar Dhwaj-Puja tradition on July 29, with the sacred flag on the temple...
Rajgir Malmas Mela Draws Around Eight Lakh Devotees for Second Shahi Snan
An estimated eight lakh devotees took part in the second Shahi Snan of the Rajgir Malmas Mela in Nalanda district...
How a Pilgrimage Visit Inspired Ahilyabai Holkar to Rebuild Gaya’s Vishnupad Temple
The current form of Gaya’s Vishnupad Temple is widely attributed to the patronage of Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, who commissioned a...
Young Minds, One India: Bihar And Punjab Youth Unite At IIT Patna As Yuva Sangam Phase VI Concludes
IIT Patna hosted the closing and felicitation ceremony of Yuva Sangam Phase VI on 30 May, marking the conclusion of...
Unique ‘Baithaki’ in Patna Highlights Urgent Need to Document Bihar’s Art & Cultural Heritage
Folkartopedia Foundation organised its first ‘Baithaki’ in Patna, bringing together artists, writers and cultural practitioners to discuss the importance of...
Ganga Dussehra Sees Surge of Devotees in Danapur as Ghats Echo With ‘Har Har Gange’
: Massive crowds gathered at Danapur’s Ganga ghats on Ganga Dussehra as devotees took holy dips, performed rituals, and participated...
ISKCON Hosts Patna’s First Boat Festival With Flower-Adorned Swan Boat at Adalatganj Pond
ISKCON Patna organised its first-ever Nauka Vihar Mahotsav at Adalatganj Pond on May 24, with thousands of devotees participating in...
Gaya’s Incredible Rock Art: Hand-Carved Mushroom Rock Draws Tourist Attention
A hand-carved mushroom-shaped rock formation created by two labourers in Gaya district has emerged as a local attraction. Residents say...
Nalanda’s Iconic ‘Bawan Buti’ Saree Is Making A Comeback — Once Every Bihar Bride Wanted One
The traditional ‘52 Booti’ saree of Nalanda district, known for its intricate handwoven motifs, is witnessing renewed interest after years...
From Nalanda To Bodh Gaya: Punjab Delegation To Experience Bihar’s Culture And Development
A 55-member delegation from Punjab, including students and faculty members, will visit Bihar from 23 to 30 May under the...
