Puja

Puja Yadav, a 20-year-old from a humble dairy farming background in Varanasi, has been selected for the Indian women's hockey team. Overcoming financial constraints and societal expectations, her parents supported her passion, enabling her to hone her skills.

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a highly auspicious Hindu festival celebrated on the third day of Shukla Paksha in Vaisakha, promising endless wealth. Celebrated on April 30, 2025, it's considered ideal for buying gold and starting new ventures. The day holds significance in Hinduism and Jainism, associated with prosperity, charity, and honoring deities like Lakshmi and Vishnu.

Hanuman Jayanti, celebrating Lord Hanuman's birth, falls on April 13, 2025, honoring his devotion, strength, and wisdom. Devotees observe fasts, chant prayers, and offer unique offerings like sindoor, seeking blessings for courage and protection. The day is auspicious for overcoming obstacles and pacifying negative influences, with temples hosting elaborate celebrations and continuous recitations.

In Bangladesh's Dinajpur, Bhabesh Chandra Roy, a Hindu community leader, was allegedly abducted and killed. Roy, vice-president of the Biral unit of Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad, received a phone call before being taken from his home by four men. He was reportedly beaten in Narabari village and later found unconscious near his residence.

The Calcutta High Court has disallowed a mass Hanuman Chalisa recital on Red Road. The Hindu Seva Dal's petition was rejected. Kolkata Police had suggested alternative locations. The court cited traffic concerns and public inconvenience. Previous Eid prayers had historical context. The Durga Puja carnival has a Unesco heritage tag.

Ram Navami in 2025 will be celebrated on April 6, with the auspicious Puja muhurat between 11:36 AM to 1:39 PM IST. The step-by-step guide provided includes preparations, rituals, and aarti to be performed at home, embodying the virtues of Lord Rama.

Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, falls on April 16, 2025, during the Krishna Paksha of Vishakha month. This auspicious day, occurring on the Chaturthi Tithi, is significant for devotees seeking the removal of obstacles and blessings of peace, wealth, and wisdom. Each Sankashti Chaturthi is associated with a unique form of Ganesha, a Peetha, and a Vrat Katha.

The Supreme Court has extended Puja Khedkar's protection from arrest until April 21. Khedkar is accused of cheating and misrepresenting information to avail OBC and disability quota benefits in the civil services exam. The Delhi government seeks her custodial interrogation to investigate a fake disability certificate scam. The court is reviewing her rejoinder to the Delhi government's reply.