Maha Shivratri

Non Veg Served In Hostel Mess On Maha Shivratri, Student Groups Clash At South Asian University

A conflict reportedly erupted between two student groups at South Asian University (SAU) on Wednesday over the serving of non-vegetarian food in the mess during Maha Shivratri. The altercation involved members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), with both sides blaming each...

Why Is Shashi Tharoor Named ‘Shashi’? Congress MP Reveals Unique Connection To Lord Shiva

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor recently revealed the story behind his name while extending Maha Shivratri wishes to his supporters. He shared that he was born on Maha Shivratri and was named 'Shashi' after the crescent moon adorning Lord Shiva’s forehead. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Tharoor posted, "I was born...

Maha Shivratri 2025: Why You Should Stay Awake In The Great Night Of Shiva?

As millions of devotees prepare to observe Maha Shivratri on 26th February 2025, the festival calls upon believers to immerse themselves in the spiritual essence of the Great Night of Shiva. One of the most profound rituals associated with this auspicious occasion is staying awake throughout the night, a practice...

Mahashivratri Snan: How Railways Is Planning to Tackle Passengers’ Surge at Mahakumbh

Days after the stampede at the New Delhi Railway station claimed 18 lives and left several others injured, as thousands of devotees heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh 2025 festival thronged the already-congested railway station leading to severe overcrowding in the area, the railways is now taking special measures...