Navratri 2025: Celebrating nine days with colors and foods that define the festival

Navratri 2025, commencing September 22nd, is a nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, celebrated with fasting, prayers, and dance within Indian communities across the U.S. Each day features a specific color and unique vegetarian bhog, symbolizing devotion. The festival culminates on October 2nd with Vijayadashami (Dussehra), highlighting the spiritual significance of food offerings.

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Man shot dead over petty issue in Patna village

In Malbigha village, Patna, a trivial dispute over a barking dog escalated into a deadly confrontation. Pappu, 40, allegedly shot and killed his cousin, Dheeraj Kumar, 33, after a heated argument. Villagers, enraged by the shooting, severely beat Pappu, leaving him critically injured. Police have initiated investigations, recovering the weapon and reviewing CCTV footage as…

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Critical mineral push: India eyes lithium and copper from Peru, Chile and Argentina; FTAs pushed amid supply chain turmoil

India is actively pursuing stable supplies of critical minerals from South America, engaging with Peru, Chile, and Argentina. A delegation is visiting Peru to explore lithium, copper, and rare earth imports, while FTA negotiations with Chile are underway. India aims to secure resources amid global supply chain disruptions and the weaponization of strategic resources.

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