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Vijayadashami
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Venus (Shukra) goes retrograde in Libra overnight, an event Indian astrologers say will shift planetary positions several times until 23 November. Hindi outlets are widely covering its claimed effects on all 12 zodiac signs, with some reporting career growth and good fortune for three signs over 42 days. Others note that with Venus combust, no auspicious ceremonies like weddings will be held during Navratri, with Vijayadashami on the 20th offering a key auspicious window.
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Kannada actor Dhanveer Gowda stirred discussion after declaring at a Dasara event in Karnataka that Darshan would come through his legal troubles, saying 'even if dogs and foxes plot, Darshan will come out'. His remarks, made from the Dasara stage, drew attention amid the actor Darshan's ongoing murder case, with Kannada media widely reporting the statement and reactions around Vijayadashami.
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During Dasara in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, families traditionally worship the jammi tree, which is revered as a manifestation of Goddess Durga. Devotees gather jammi leaves and exchange them as symbols of gold, seeking prosperity. Reports explain the mythology behind the ritual, linking the tree to the Pandavas' hiding of their weapons and to Durga's blessings on Vijayadashami.
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered his annual Vijayadashami address in Nagpur, with commentary in ThePrint reading it as a show of solid support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Observers are weighing the speech's messaging on the organisation's priorities and its alignment with the government's agenda ahead of coming political battles.
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Karnataka is preparing for Ayudha Puje celebrations across the state as part of the Vijayadashami, the state festival of Karnataka, celebrations. Reports from Kannada media note that rituals are being held at many places, with Mysuru's world-famous Dasara festivities expected to draw large crowds for the grand finale of Navratri.
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Dussehra greetings in Marathi are being widely shared as people send Vijayadashami messages to loved ones. Marathi-language outlets are publishing collections of wishes and messages that readers can post as WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook statuses, including traditional phrases like 'take gold, stay like gold' to wish family and friends a happy Dasara.
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Interest in the Ramayan is rising across India ahead of Dussehra, with readers searching for the exact date of Vijayadashami and the auspicious timing for Ravan Dahan, as the festival falls on either October 20 or 21 depending on the calendar. The Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum in Delhi is also drawing attention with plans to showcase the Ramayan, Mahabharat and Vedas, adding to renewed focus on the epic.
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Vijayadashami 2026 is drawing search interest in India as people look up the date and rituals for the festival, which marks the victory of good over evil and concludes Navratri. Hindi outlets are running explainers and faith-based pieces tied to Dussehra, including traditional remedies and customs observed on the day.
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Vijayadashami, the festival marking the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated across India, and Telangana leaders are sending festive greetings to the public. BRS leader and former chief minister K. Chandrashekar Rao issued Dasara wishes to the people of Telangana. Political leaders routinely use the occasion to reach out to constituents, making festival greetings a talking point alongside the celebrations.
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Vijayadashami, the Hindu festival marking the victory of good over evil, is being celebrated with greetings exchanged across India. Alongside the wishes, attention is turning to the festive window between Dussehra and Diwali, considered highly auspicious for major purchases. Guides published around the festival highlight favourable muhurat timings for buying property, gold and vehicles.
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Dasara greetings are making the rounds in Telangana, with BRS leader and former chief minister K. Chandrashekar Rao issuing festival wishes to the people of the state. Public figures routinely share Dasara messages during the Vijayadashami celebrations, and such greetings tend to draw attention during the festive season.
- 12RSS chief praises Captain Smith's courage at Vijayadashami●RSS Vijayadashami Utsav 2026 | Courage of Captain Smith reflects Bharat’s spirit of humanity and service: Dr Bhagwat
RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat addressed the organisation's Vijayadashami Utsav in 2026, saying the courage shown by Captain Smith reflects India's spirit of humanity and service. He framed the captain's actions as an example of selfless bravery in the face of danger, linking it to values the RSS seeks to promote. The remarks were reported by the Organiser.
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India is marking Navratri, the nine-night Hindu festival honouring the goddess Durga, observed with fasting, prayer, dance such as garba and dandiya, and temple visits across the country and among diaspora communities worldwide. The festival culminates in Vijayadashami (Dussehra), celebrating the victory of good over evil.