New Delhi,30 October 2025: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has activated the National Voter Helpline and state/district contact centres to help citizens with election-related queries and grievances. Central to the rollout are the toll-free number 1950 and a new ECINet feature Book-a-Call with BLO that lets voters schedule a direct call…
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Home Voting Begins for Elderly, Disabled in Bihar Polls 2025
Patna, 29 October 2025: In a landmark step towards inclusive democracy, elderly and disabled voters in Patna began casting their votes from home on Wednesday, ahead of the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 scheduled for November 6. The two-day “home voting service,” launched by the Election Commission…
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62% Bihar Election Candidates Hold Graduate Degrees
Patna, October 28, 2025: Bihar’s upcoming Assembly elections are witnessing a remarkable shift a growing number of candidates come armed with higher educational qualifications, reflecting a changing trend in state politics. According to affidavits and nomination documents filed by contestants, around 62% of Bihar Assembly election candidates hold a graduate…
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Chhath Puja 2025 Day 4: Usha Arghya & Parana Timings
On the fourth and final day of Chhath Puja 2025, devotees across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and other parts of India rise before dawn to offer the sacred “Usha Arghya” to the rising sun. This marks the culmination of four days of devotion, fasting and rituals dedicated to Surya Dev…
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Chhath Puja 2025: The Spiritual Power of Sandhya Arghya
The divine festival of Chhath Puja continues to illuminate riverbanks and ghats across Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal with devotion and faith. Dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, this four-day Vedic ritual celebrates purity, gratitude, and spiritual discipline. The third day, known as Sandhya…
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छठ पूजा 2025: आज है खरना, 36 घंटे का निर्जला व्रत शुरू
लोक आस्था का महापर्व छठ पूजा 2025 आज अपने दूसरे दिन खरना पूजा के साथ शुरू हो गया है। इस दिन व्रती 36 घंटे का निर्जला व्रत रखते हैं और पूरे दिन मन, विचार और शरीर को पवित्र बनाए रखने का संकल्प लेते हैं। पहले दिन का संक्षिप्त विवरण चार…
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Indian Railways Welcomes Travelers with Chhath Songs
Patna, Bihar – Indian Railways has brought the festive spirit of Chhath Puja to life by playing devotional Chhath songs at 30 major railway stations across Bihar. Stations including Patna, Danapur, Hajipur, Bhagalpur, and others have been decorated to create a welcoming atmosphere for travelers returning home for the festival,…
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Chhath Puja 2025: Kharna Marks Start of 36-Hour Fast
The sacred festival of Chhath Puja 2025 continues today with the second day dedicated to Kharna Puja. Devotees observe a 36-hour Nirjala (waterless) fast, committing to purify the mind, body, and soul. First Day Highlights On the first day of this four-day festival, devotees took holy dips in rivers including…
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Chhath Puja 2025: Nahay Khay Ritual & Prasad Importance
The sacred Chhath Mahaparv, one of the most revered Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God), begins today, October 25, with the ritual of Nahay Khay. This day marks the start of the four-day-long festival, which will culminate on October 28 with the offering of Udayman Surya ko…
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Chhath 2025 Begins in Patna with Nahay-Khay Ritual
Patna erupted in spiritual fervor as the four-day Chhath festival commenced on Saturday with the traditional Nahay-Khay ritual. The festival, celebrated with utmost devotion, symbolizes spiritual purification and gratitude towards the Sun God, drawing thousands of devotees from across the city. City Decked Up for Festivities The city’s marketplaces, streets,…