Ganesh Chaturthi 2018

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The smaller idol made in gold plated silver which is studded with thousands of diamonds. (Photo: ANI)

Diamond studded Lord Ganesha crowd-puller in Surat

The bigger idol has diamond studded ears, hands and feet along with gold and diamond necklaces.

15 Sep 2018 12:47 PM

Based on His form, Ganesh idols are of 32 types. (Photo: PTI)

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Here are 32 types of Ganeshas, which one did you bring home?

Ganesh idol is also classified based on the direction His tongue points, or His posture.

13 Sep 2018 6:06 PM

Ganesha Idol at Lalbaughcha Raja in Mumbai. (Photo: Twitter | @ANI)

Ganesh Chaturthi: Devotees throng pandals across Maharashtra

Ganapati pandals also serve as a venue for promoting social causes like free medical checkup, blood donation camps and charity for the poor.

13 Sep 2018 1:36 PM

580 kg laddu reaches Hyderabad for Lord Ganesha

The laddu is popularly known as 'Maha Prasadam'.

13 Sep 2018 11:10 AM

Mohan Raj, a member of the trust told ANI, that each year they try to do something new. (Photo: ANI)

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Hyderabad devotees go eco-friendly with sugarcane Ganpati

Around five tons of sugarcane was used to complete the magnificent idol of Lord Ganesha.

12 Sep 2018 8:43 PM

Modaks are extremely popular in Maharashtra and there are numerous versions of this divine delicacy.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: From modak to kheer, desserts you can make this festival

Apart from modaks that are popularly made during Ganesh Chaturthi, there are other sweets devotees love to prepare as prasad or bhog.

12 Sep 2018 3:22 PM

Youngsters are increasing taking to express their faith with religious tattoos.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Wear faith on your sleeve with Ganpati tattoos

Trend of people wearing art on their skin to reflect their faith or religion is growing more like a style statement.

12 Sep 2018 1:43 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Here's how to manage diabetes during the festivities

Expert shares five key tips

12 Sep 2018 12:36 PM

Notably, the legendary design of the idol is now patent protected.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: First look of Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai

Founded in 1934, the idol is believed to be the 'one who fulfills all wishes.'

11 Sep 2018 9:18 PM

As per the rituals, 21 modaks are offered to the benevolent God and eventually served to devotees.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Here's why Bappa loves modak, and 2 recipes

Festival sees devotees offering deity various sweets and savouries amongst which modaks make for the most prominent prasad of the festival.

11 Sep 2018 8:47 PM

Devotees transport a Ganesha idol from Old Vashi Creek to be installed at a pandal ahead of Ganpati festival, in Navi Mumbai. (Photo: AP)

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Here are some delectable recipes with a healthy twist

Follow these recipes and offer the God of wisdom some delectable naivedya (offering).

11 Sep 2018 4:47 PM

The festival is also celebrated across communities and has taken on a larger role in society as well. (Photo: AP)

Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Here's everything you need to know

Lord Ganesha is elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is considered as symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune.

10 Sep 2018 2:41 PM

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