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Ganesh Chaturthi

Microcosm, macrocosm of the scapegoat

The scapegoat concept is a symbolic idea that depends entirely on the sacrifice of the individual for the sake of the group. The concept persists in Abrahamic religions and communities - Jewish, Christian, Islamic, pagan traditions, and even the Hindu idea of ‘bali’.

28 September 2024, 10:46 IST

Microcosm, macrocosm of the scapegoat

Microcosm, macrocosm of the scapegoat

Microcosm, macrocosm of the scapegoat

28 September 2024, 10:46 IST

Seven women injured due to firecrackers during Ganpati procession in Nagpur

A procession by the ‘Sivasneh Ganesh Mandal’ (a community group) was making its way to the Shri Krishna temple amid fireworks when the accident happened.

20 September 2024, 07:44 IST

Seven women injured due to firecrackers during Ganpati procession in Nagpur

Seven women injured due to firecrackers during Ganpati procession in Nagpur

Seven women injured due to firecrackers during Ganpati procession in Nagpur

20 September 2024, 07:44 IST

15 held for throwing stones at Ganesh festival procession in Maharashtra

A case under relevant provisions was registered against the four persons caught there and 11 others who fled from the spot, the official said.

19 September 2024, 11:04 IST

15 held for throwing stones at Ganesh festival procession in Maharashtra

15 held for throwing stones at Ganesh festival procession in Maharashtra

15 held for throwing stones at Ganesh festival procession in Maharashtra

19 September 2024, 11:04 IST

If use of loudspeakers harmful during Ganesh festival, same for Eid too: Bombay High Court

On the use of laser lights, the bench asked the petitioners to show scientific evidence regarding the harmful effects of such lights on humans. The bench said before such petitions are filed, proper research should be done.

18 September 2024, 10:44 IST

If use of loudspeakers harmful during Ganesh festival, same for Eid too: Bombay High Court

If use of loudspeakers harmful during Ganesh festival, same for Eid too: Bombay High Court

If use of loudspeakers harmful during Ganesh festival, same for Eid too: Bombay High Court

18 September 2024, 10:44 IST

Congress, its ecosystem angry with me for participating in Ganesh Puja: PM Modi

The PM also said that Lord Ganesh was 'put behind bars' in Karnataka by these people.

17 September 2024, 09:17 IST

Congress, its ecosystem angry with me for participating in Ganesh Puja: PM Modi

Congress, its ecosystem angry with me for participating in Ganesh Puja: PM Modi

Congress, its ecosystem angry with me for participating in Ganesh Puja: PM Modi

17 September 2024, 09:17 IST

Over 23,000 idols of Lord Ganesh, goddess Gauri immersed in Mumbai on 7th day of festival

A total of 23,586 idols were immersed in the Arabian Sea and artificial ponds in the city by 6 am on Saturday, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials said.

14 September 2024, 10:44 IST

Over 23,000 idols of Lord Ganesh, goddess Gauri immersed in Mumbai on 7th day of festival

Over 23,000 idols of Lord Ganesh, goddess Gauri immersed in Mumbai on 7th day of festival

Over 23,000 idols of Lord Ganesh, goddess Gauri immersed in Mumbai on 7th day of festival

14 September 2024, 10:44 IST

Kolkata horror in her mind, Mumbai artist makes ‘Ardhanari’ Ganesh to highlight crimes against women

Rintu Rathod has sculpted an idol of the elephant-headed deity from chocolate, something she specialises in.

13 September 2024, 12:44 IST

Kolkata horror in her mind, Mumbai artist makes ‘Ardhanari’ Ganesh to highlight crimes against women

Kolkata horror in her mind, Mumbai artist makes ‘Ardhanari’ Ganesh to highlight crimes against women

Kolkata horror in her mind, Mumbai artist makes ‘Ardhanari’ Ganesh to highlight crimes against women

13 September 2024, 12:44 IST

Nagamangala riots failure of state govt; appeasement politics taking place: HDK

Speaking to reporters later, he said, 'I appeal to the people of both the communities not to become the scapegoat after being incited by a few. Please maintain peace and harmony'.

13 September 2024, 06:17 IST

Nagamangala riots failure of state government, was never involved in appeasement politics during my tenure: Kumaraswamy

Nagamangala riots failure of state government, was never involved in appeasement politics during my tenure: Kumaraswamy

Nagamangala riots failure of state govt; appeasement politics taking place: HDK

13 September 2024, 06:17 IST

Police inspector suspended, 3 more held over violence during Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka's Nagamangala

Police Inspector Ashok Kumar posted at Nagamangala town police station was suspended on Thursday evening for dereliction of duty in connection with the clashes that broke out during the procession, Mandya Superintendent of Police, Mallikarjun Baldandi told PTI.

13 September 2024, 04:20 IST

Police inspector suspended, 3 more held over violence during Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka's Nagamangala

Police inspector suspended, 3 more held over violence during Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka's Nagamangala

Police inspector suspended, 3 more held over violence during Ganesh idol procession in Karnataka's Nagamangala

13 September 2024, 04:20 IST

Row over PM Modi attending Ganpati puja celebrations at CJI Chandrachud's residence; BJP slams opposition

Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut said that after the meeting, the CJI should recuse himself from the case between the two sections of the Shiv Sena — the Uddhav Thackeray faction and the Eknath Shinde faction.

12 September 2024, 10:38 IST

Row over PM Modi attending Ganpati puja celebrations at CJI Chandrachud's residence; BJP slams opposition

Row over PM Modi attending Ganpati puja celebrations at CJI Chandrachud's residence; BJP slams opposition

Row over PM Modi attending Ganpati puja celebrations at CJI Chandrachud's residence; BJP slams opposition

12 September 2024, 10:38 IST