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Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, is revered for her radiant white complexion symbolizing purity and divine grace
Devotees believe that Maa Mahagauri's blessings on this day can purify them of their sins and bring relief from suffering
Performing Kanya Puja brings the blessings of the goddess and ensures happiness and prosperity
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Durga Ashtami is a significant day in the Hindu calendar, marking the eighth day of Navratri and the divine worship of Goddess Durga.
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Maha Navami: Kanya Puja, also known as Kumarika Puja, will be observed on Monday, October 23. The puja can be performed on October 22 from 06:26 am onwards, and on October 23, at any time after 06:27 am.
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On Maha Ashtami during Navratri 2023 (October 22), devotees perform Kanjak or Kumari puja, also known as Kanya puja, to honor Maa Mahagauri, understanding its significance, rituals, and more.
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Chaitra Navratri started on March 22
Durga Ashtami will be observed on March 29
Ram Navami will be observed on March 30
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Navratri 2022 Maha Ashtami today: Kanjak or Kumari puja, also known as Kanya puja is a much-revered ritual of Navratri. It is performed by all those who observe fasts during the festival.
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Anushka was last seen in 2018 movie 'Zero', co-starring actors Shah Rukh Khan and Katrina Kaif
She is currently producing 'Qala', which marks late actor Irrfan Khan's son Babil's debut.
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If you are actor Sushmita Sen`s fan, then you definitely have an idea about her love for the Bengali phrase 'Dugga Dugga'.
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To worship Maa Mahagauri on Durga Ashtami, devotees offer her white flowers
Unlike Kalratri, who is ferocious, Maha Gauri is calm and compassionate
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Chaitra Navratri began on April 13 this year and will last till Ram Navami on April 21 respectively.
Radhika Madan returned to her hometown recently.
She celebrated Durga Ashtami on April 20, 2021, with her family in Delhi.
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During the 9-day Navratri festival, eating onions and garlic are prohibited.
This year, Chaitra Navratri began on April 13 and will last till Ram Navami on April 21 respectively.
On the eighth day (Ashtami) of Navratri, devotees worship the Mahagauri - a form of Goddess Durga form.
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Kanjak puja or Kanya puja is a much revered ritual of Navratri.
It is performed by all those who observe fasts during the festival.
It is only after offering prayers to the 9 little girls, called Kanjaks.
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The day begins with taking a bath, wearing new clothes and praying to the goddess in her Mahagauri avatar.
Kanjak puja or Kanya puja is a much revered ritual of Navratri.
Mahagauri is white in colour, therefore the name - Maha means great and Gauri stands for the colour white.
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The Prime Minister sought blessings from Goddess Durga seeking happiness, good health and prosperity for everyone.
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Anayra can be seen in a pink and yellow pretty-looking lehenga choli with colourful bangles and a cutesy headband.
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Nusrat, who was dressed up in a traditional Bengali outfit, offered prayers to Goddess Durga on the auspicious occasion.
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday visited Badi Patan Devi temple here on the auspicious occasion of Durga Ashtami.
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Known for observing religious rituals meticulously, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday said she will observe the 'Karwa Chauth' fast on October 30, even while attending to official duties.
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