Abhijeet Dipke inspected a school in Latur to review educational standards and raised concerns after finding Urdu-speaking students enrolled in a Marathi-medium school. He questioned the administration regarding this linguistic discrepancy during his visit. https://news18marathi.com/videos/maharashtra/latur-news-1760664.html

On the occasion of Shravan Sud Ashtami, a special sandalwood (Chandan) and floral decoration was offered to Somnath Mahadev in Gir Somnath. Priests used 101 kg of various flowers, including roses and marigolds, to adorn the deity. The Shringar was performed with prayers for world peace and public welfare, attracting a large number of devotees from across the globe to witness the divine sight during the holy month of Shravan. https://www.divyabhaskar.co.in/local/gujarat/gir-somnath/news/somnath-mahadev-chandan-shringar-darshan-shravan-2026-138785704.html

Varalakshmi Vratham is celebrated on the second Friday of Sravana month. The guide explains the ritual process including cleaning the house, decorating with mango leaves, establishing a Kalasham, and performing Vinayaka puja before Varalakshmi puja. It emphasizes offering traditional sweets like Payasam, reciting the Vratam story, and offering Thamboolam to married women. Devotees are advised to observe fasting and maintain a pure mind to seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity. http://zeenews.india.com/telugu/spiritual/varalakshmi-vratham-2026-guide-preparations-and-mantra-here-full-details-326731

Varalakshmi Vratham is a significant Hindu festival celebrated on the second Friday of Shravana month. It is dedicated to Goddess Varalakshmi, one of the forms of Ashtalakshmi. Legend says Lord Shiva explained its importance to Parvati Devi, highlighting the story of Charumathi who received divine blessings through this penance. Devotees decorate homes, perform Kalasha Puja, and tie a sacred nine-thread yellow thread (Toram) to seek wealth, health, and prosperity. The festival symbolizes the strength of tradition and the importance of women in society. https://vaartha.com/devotional/varalakshmi-vratham-speciality-in-sravana-masam/764358/

A young girl was injured when a large tree fell onto an MPV carrying six family members on Jalan Kolam Air Panas in Bemban, Melaka. The other five passengers, including four children, escaped unhurt. The fire department from Jasin Bestari arrived at the scene after being alerted at 10:14 PM, though bystanders had already rescued the occupants from the crushed vehicle. Rescue operations concluded by 11:01 PM after the tree was cleared, and medical personnel provided first aid to the injured girl. https://vanakkammalaysia.com.my/%E0%AE%86%E0%AE%B1%E0%AF%81-%E0%AE%AA%E0%AF%87%E0%AE%B0%E0%AF%8D-%E0%AE%AA%E0%AE%AF%E0%AE%A3%E0%AE%BF%E0%AE%A4%E0%AF%8D%E0%AE%A4-mpv-%E0%AE%B0%E0%AE%95-%E0%AE%B5%E0%AE%BE%E0%AE%95%E0%AE%A9%E0%AE%AE/

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Rakshabandhan 2026 will be celebrated on August 28 based on Udaya Tithi. The Purnima Tithi begins at 9:08 AM on August 27 and ends at 9:48 AM on August 28. The best time to tie Rakhi is between 6:23 AM and 9:48 AM on August 28. Although a lunar eclipse occurs in Virgo on this day, it will not be visible in India, so rituals can be performed without restriction. Historical and religious stories like those of Krishna-Draupadi and Rani Karnavati emphasize the importance of this festival. https://www.aajtak.in/religion/news/story/raksha-bandhan-2026-date-27-or-28-august-shubh-muhurt-puja-vidhi-raksha-bandhan-kab-hai-tvisu-dskc-2624289-2026-08-18

The Naneghat reverse waterfall in Pune district, Maharashtra, is gaining attention for its unique phenomenon where water flows upwards instead of downwards during the monsoon season. This natural marvel is caused by the strong winds of the Western Ghats pushing the cascading water back into the air. Beyond the natural wonder, Naneghat is a historically significant 2,000-year-old trade route from the Satavahana dynasty, featuring ancient caves and Brahmi inscriptions. It is a popular destination for trekkers and photographers during the rainy season. https://www.expresskerala.com/news/natures-magic-stuns-the-world-indias-amazing-waterfall-that-rises-into-the-air-instead-of-cascading-down.html

HMDA is preparing a comprehensive master plan to restore the glory of Hussain Sagar in Hyderabad. The plan focuses on pollution control, sewage diversion, and environmental protection. International tenders will be called next week to select a consultancy. Key highlights include expanding sewage treatment plants, developing a learning center at Sanjeevaiah Park, and creating cycling tracks, yoga zones, and theme gardens. Famous landmarks like Tank Bund, NTR Marg, and Lumbini Park will be interconnected and modernized to transform the lakefront into a world-class tourist and educational destination. https://telugu.oneindia.com/jyotishyam/feature/hussain-sagar-rejuvenation-hyderabad-metropolitan-development-authority-preparing-master-plan-to-re-502239.html