Gandhinagar: Holi, one of the most vibrant and significant festivals of Hinduism, symbolizes the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. The festival includes Holika Dahan, Dhuleti (Rangotsav), and the preceding eight-day period known as Holashtak, each carrying deep religious importance. Holashtak: A Pause on Auspicious Ceremonies In Hindu tradition, Holashtak is considered inauspicious for performing शुभ (auspicious) activities due to unfavorable planetary positions. Dur...Read More

Junagadh: Police have arrested a businessman for allegedly attempting to spread enmity between two religious sects after a Jain flag was hoisted at Oghadnath Kot, a site associated with the Nath sect at Girnar mountain. The accused has been identified as Anurag Jain, a resident businessman. However, the two individuals seen hoisting the flag in the viral video have not yet been identified, and efforts are underway to trace them. Complaint Filed by Nath Sect Mahant According to DySP Hite...Read More

Ambaji: The ropeway service to Gabbar Hill in Ambaji will remain suspended for six days from February 23 to February 28, 2026, due to annual maintenance work. Authorities have taken the decision to carry out routine servicing and safety checks of the ropeway system. As a large number of pilgrims use the facility ежедневно, periodic maintenance is essential to address wear and tear and ensure passenger safety. During the suspension period, devotees can reach Gabbar Hill by climbing the...Read More

Ambaji: In a significant act of devotion and philanthropy, Anant Ambani, son of Reliance CMD Mukesh Ambani, has donated ₹27.5 crore to the Ambaji Temple to support the “Jai Ambe Tithi Bhojan Yojana.” The contribution will help provide free meals to the thousands of pilgrims who visit the holy shrine every day. The Jai Ambe Tithi Bhojan Yojana has been launched with the objective of ensuring that no devotee visiting Ambaji goes hungry. On the very first day, February 18, the scheme receive...Read More

Dakor: Extensive arrangements have been put in place for the five-day Phagni Purnima (Holi Poonam) Mela at Dakor, from February 27 to March 4, where over eight lakh devotees are expected to gather. Temporary Bus Stands and Extra ST Buses To ensure smooth transportation for pilgrims, temporary bus stands will be set up in Dakor and additional ST buses will be operated. From the temporary bus stand, buses will run to Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Nadiad, Anand and other destinations so that devotees can ...Read More

Dakor: Phagni Purnima, also known as Holi Poonam, witnesses a sea of devotees at Dakor for the darshan of Shri Thakorji. This year, as a lunar eclipse falls on Tuesday, March 3, important changes have been made to the darshan timings at Dakor Ranchhodraiji Temple. Keeping in mind the rules of observing the lunar eclipse, a decision was taken in a meeting with the temple’s sevak representatives and manager to revise the schedule. Considering the heavy rush of devotees and religious rituals, th...Read More

Junagadh: The famous Bhavnath Mahashivratri fair is held every year in traditional spirit at the foothills of Mount Girnar, bringing together devotion, culture and nature in reverence to Lord Mahadev. This year, the five-day fair will officially commence on February 11 with the ceremonial hoisting of the flag at the Bhavnath Temple. To ensure convenience for the large number of devotees expected to attend, special arrangements have been made by the Gujarat Pavitra Yatra Dham Vikas Board and the...Read More

Junagadh: A fresh controversy has erupted over the ownership of a peak and an alleged religious encroachment on Girnar mountain in Junagadh. Bhavnath Police have registered a case against two unidentified persons for allegedly hoisting a Jain sect flag on the Oghad peak of Girnar and raising slogans. Saints of the Nath sect have expressed strong anger over the incident, with several Sanatan Dharma leaders describing the act as an affront to their religious tradition. An official complaint was f...Read More

Junagadh: On the occasion of the upcoming holy festival of Mahashivratri, the operator of the ropeway at Girnar has announced special relief for devotees by offering a discount on ticket prices. According to the ropeway management, the ticket fare has been reduced by ₹69, bringing the price down from ₹699 to ₹630. The concessional rate will remain in effect for five days, from February 11 to 15, enabling thousands of pilgrims to access the shrine more easily during the festival period. T...Read More

Mehsana: A key meeting of the Bahucharaji Temple Trust was chaired by the District Collector, during which several decisions were taken to enhance facilities for pilgrims and support the overall development of the temple. One of the major decisions is to start a free bus service from Bahucharaji to Ambaji so that devotees visiting Bahucharaji on every Poonam can also have darshan at the Shaktipeeth in Ambaji. Pilgrims will not have to pay any ticket or fee for this bus service. Renovation of Ko...Read More