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Know about Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, final resting place of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 21, aged 88, will be the first pontiff in more than a century not to be entombed in St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican

26 April,2025 12:35 PM IST | Rome | AFP
A view of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica (L) with the Column of Peace (R) ahead of late Pope Francis` funeral, in Rome on April 26, 2025 (Photo Courtesy: AFP)

What is Chaitra Navratri 2025 and why is it celebrated?

    What is Chaitra Navratri 2025 and why is it celebrated?

    Chaitra Navratri 2025 is here, bringing in a wave of devotion from all the worshippers of Maa Durga. While Sharad Navratri observed before Dussehra, is the commonly known Navratri, there are four Navratris in a year - the rest three being Chaitra Navratri and 2 Gupt Navratris. Right now, it’s time for Chaitra Navratri! But why do we celebrate it, and what makes it special? Let’s dive deep into its significance, traditions, and spiritual essence.

    04 April,2025 08:39 PM IST

    Travel News

    Prayagraj, Varanasi among top destinations for spiritual tourism in 2025: Report

    After Maha Kumbh Mela, the rise of spiritual tourism in India is seeing many tourists get ready for the Chardham and Amarnath Yatras in the coming days

    26 April,2025 05:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Relationships News

    More than Millennials, Gen-Z call out mixed signals, unclear intentions: Survey

    About 43 per cent of daters between 20 and 25 showed extreme emotional maturity when they shared how trends like breadcrumbing, benching, or ghosting - that leave daters stuck in a loop can be easily countered by setting proper boundaries

    25 April,2025 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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