Get complete details for Sakat Chauth 2026. Know the exact date, tithi, city-wise moonrise timings, and step-by-step vrat rituals for observing this auspicious fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha and the Moon God.
Doctors in Odisha's state hospitals intensify strike for pay parity, causing patient distress. Health Minister appeals for resolution as union threatens longer shutdown.
Ramadan 2026 in the UAE is set for a winter start on February 19. Get key dates, Suhoor/Iftar timings, and details on new Friday prayer schedules for a spiritually fulfilling month.
Sakat Chauth 2026 will be observed on January 5. Know the puja timings, vidhi, samagri, and the significance of moon worship for this auspicious fast.
Bhopal district administration issues cold wave alert, delaying school timings for nursery to class 8 until 9:30 AM for student safety. Check latest weather updates and guidelines here.
Tirumala's Lord Venkateswara Temple will be closed from 9 AM to 7:30 PM on March 3 due to a lunar eclipse. Key rituals cancelled. Details on reopening and purificatory rites inside.
Chandigarh schools postpone physical reopening, adopt revised timings till January 10 due to severe cold and dense fog forecast. Online classes permitted for younger students.
Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 is being conducted today, January 4. Get all details on shift timings, reporting deadlines, exam centre rules, and essential do's and don'ts for candidates.
UAE schools will end early on Fridays from Jan 9 to align with 12.45pm prayer time. New timings for KG to Grade 12 announced. Read details for parents.
Orthopaedic OPDs in Lucknow report a sharp 30% rise in joint and muscle pain complaints due to cold weather. Doctors advise on heat therapy and staying active for relief.
Bihar government orders closure of Patna schools for classes up to 5th till January 5. Revised timings for higher classes announced. Stay updated on winter break extensions.
Kerala's LDF government faces criticism as extended bar hours on New Year's Eve lead to record liquor sales, raising questions about its abstinence policy. Read the full analysis.
Assam's Majuli and Barak Valley districts close schools and revise timings as temperatures plunge below 10°C. Get the latest updates on the cold wave impact on education.
Pune Metro announces special all-night service on New Year's Eve 2025, running trains from 11 PM to 6 AM on both lines for safe travel. Details on frequency and future expansions inside.
Maharashtra's home department issues a GR making 5am closing time for orchestra bars permanent for Christmas & New Year. Owners now bear full responsibility for law and order.
Maharashtra government permits bars and restaurants to operate until 5 AM on December 31. The move aims to boost tourism and ensure safe, regulated celebrations. Check the official guidelines.
Planning for New Year's Eve in Bengaluru? Here's your complete guide to traffic restrictions, extended metro and bus timings, and safety arrangements from 8 pm Dec 31 to 2 am Jan 1.
Bengaluru Metro to run extended services on New Year's Eve, Dec 31, 2024, for public convenience. Check the latest timings for Purple and Green Lines here.
BMRCL announces extended metro timings on Purple, Green & Yellow Lines for New Year's Eve. MG Road station entry/exit closed after 10pm. Plan your travel with key details.
Victoria Hospital in Bengaluru plans evening OPD clinics from 4 PM to 8 PM following a state government directive to reduce overcrowding and improve healthcare access for its 700+ daily patients.
Himachal CM Sukhu orders a fresh probe into the IGMC doctor-patient brawl, ending the doctors' strike. OPD services resume as govt promises security and warns against misconduct.
BMRCL announces extended metro services on Dec 31. MG Road station entry/exit closes at 10 pm. Use Trinity or Cubbon Park stations. Plan your travel now!
Severe cold wave grips North India, forcing school closures and revised timings in UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Himachal. Stay updated on official advisories for student safety.
Jaipur's health department mandates Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar for patient registration at government hospitals. The move aims to streamline records but raises access concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Doctors in Odisha continue their one-hour OPD strike, impacting patients across state hospitals. The state forms a committee to address demands for pay parity and DACP. Read more.
From January 2026, UAE introduces major changes: expanded plastic ban, new tax rules, Friday timings, social media permits & sugar tax. Know the key facts and avoid fines.
Madhubani district battles severe cold wave & dense fog, disrupting traffic & trains. IMD issues orange alert till Dec 28. Schools revised timings, blankets distributed. Read more.
Mahavir Vatsalya Aspatal in Patna will provide free OPD services on Monday, December 29, to mark the first death anniversary of Acharya Kishore Kunal. A statue will also be unveiled.
Complete guide to Mokshada Ekadashi on Dec 1 and Saphala Ekadashi on Dec 16, 2025. Know the exact timings, rituals, and spiritual significance for observing these sacred fasts.
Una district administration alters school & Anganwadi timings to 10 AM-3:30 PM from Dec 29 to Jan 31, prioritizing student safety amid severe cold and fog. Read details.