Festival

Kunchoth – Festival envisages a message for the union of two souls celebrated in Doda and Bhaderwah

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For Hindus Like Karvachouth in other parts of the country, and Jammu region too, Kunchoth is a local festival celebrated with enthusiasm and religious fervour in Doda and Bhaderwah area of Jammu region. As many families from these two districts have migrated to Jammu district also, they celebrate the festival here too with great fervour. … Read more

Why Women of Duggar are observing Pugga Vrat?

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Today women of Duggar are observing a traditional Dogra fast called as Pugga Vrat. The fast is observed on the fourth day of Krishna paksha, (the fading phase of moon) in the month of Magha according to Hindu lunar calendar.  Here is everything you need to know about it: Pugga Vrat is also called Sakat … Read more

Dhanteras : Things you should buy for a prosperous year

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Dhanteras which falls two days before Diwali is one of the most auspicious days of the year — it is said that whatever you buy on this festival will reap rich benefits for you in the long run. Dogras usually buy utensils on the day. By now, most of us would have shopped and bought … Read more

Things to Know About Nag Panchami: Essential festival of Dogra culture

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Naag Panchami dogra

Naag Panchami, is a key Hindu festival dedicated to Serpent gods. Various stories and folklores are associated with the day and the day itself is celebrated on separate dates according to the local culture. While the nation celebrated Naag Panchami in August, Nag Panchami, a traditional way to faithfully worship the serpent deity in Dogra households. The … Read more

Things which one should not miss on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan in Jammu

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Happy Raksha Bandhan Jammu

Jammu is celebrating Raksha Bandhan, or Rakkhdi as we call it today. Here are some things which one should not miss on the occasion: Meet your siblings: Rakkhdi is time for siblings to meet. Today’s youngsters often leave home to work in other cities.In such a condition, one hardly gets enough occasion to meet their siblings. So … Read more

Navratri : Five temples in Jammu you can visit

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Navratri : Five temples in Jammu you can visit

Navratri are the nine divine nights of a festival, dedicated in the honour of Goddess Durga. The biggest annual festival is celebrated at every temple of Maa Durga across the state. Temples across the state would be brimming with devotees during these nine days. Here is the list of five must visit temples in Jammu decked … Read more

Dogri lohri geet

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Lohri song dogri

Songs are an inseparable part of the Lohri festival. The highlight of the celebration of the occasion is in fact the singing of traditional songs especially related to the festival during nighttime while dancing round the bonfire. Jammu Virasat brings you Dogri lohri geet.

Watch Video here:

हिरणा-हिरणा शाली दे,सुते दे बिजाली दे
हिरणे मारी लते दी,चूड़ पजी खटे दी|
हरण आया समोती दा,खोलो जंदरा कोठी दा|

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Wish you a happy Lohri!

Diwali Celebrations Jammu and Kashmir : PM Modi In Gurez With Soldiers and CM Mufti visits children’s home at R S Pura

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Prime Minister,Narendra Modi celebrating the Diwali with the jawans of the Indian Army and BSF, in the Gurez Valley, near the Line of Control, in Kashmir. Chief Minister, Mehbooba Mufti visited the children’s and destitute home at R S Pura and extended Diwali greetings to the children and wished them happy and prosperous times ahead.

Why Kanjak pooja on the ninth day only in Navratras?

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Navratras, or the nine holy days of worshipping Godess Durga finish today. The last two navratras are reserved for Kanjak Pooja. In Kanjak Pooja, young girls are fed ritually, as they are believed to be manifestation of Durga Herself. After finishing eight or nine navratras, devotees invite young girls to their place, or sometimes in … Read more

Navratri Events in Jammu Which Await Your Visit

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Nine-day Navratra festival has begun. Bawe wali Mata and Vaishno Devi Katra are going to me prime centres of attraction. Apart from fasts and worshipping, there are some other events to watch out this Navratras in and around Jammu. Jammu Virasat has compiled a list for the readers: Singing competition: An All India Devotional Song … Read more

Bacch Dua Festival of Jammu and Dogra’s

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Bacch Dua dogra jammu

Bacch Dua – Hindu mother’s belonging to Dogra community perform rituals for the long life of their children.  Apart from being a religious festival for the Dogra’s, it is also an occasion for reunion and rejuvenation, and a celebration of traditional culture and customs.  While the ritual entails mother’s to fast and visit the temple … Read more

6 Things that every Dogra does during Janamashtami

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Janamashtami is a big day and celebrated all over India. Jammu too shares similar traditions and celebrates Janamashtami its own way. Though our traditions might be similar to the rest of India, yet there is a special charm to our Duggar and its celebrations of the day. Jammu Virasat compiles a list of activities that … Read more

Know where to celebrate ‘Janmashtami’ in and around Jammu

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Iskcon temple, Muthi Jammu

In Janamashtami temples all over the Jammu City have geared up for special decorations, satsangs and bhandaras. While there are no limits and conditions on devotion, or shraddha to be precise, and one can celebrate the special occasion according to ones means. Still if you want to go out and visit some major places of … Read more