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12th India-Russia Working Group Meeting 2026: Facts you need to know

<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: xx-large; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ0ElEbCBP2o7rc8k1nt2ve9vCRq-CCvx5Mp66Pm7D7Y6tkv8qG7PBBCVGmuPF6eWAGhMo7C1hN-6TIhsQTG8f2lSqC3_nGYyX3FR3KV_3VR8cuuCBZANFCrJCRn42Owjgu9PGK6fPNC5rJZ2el4eKKyh6ED47tl8Yceg_O7dsOYtjVaXZSMCMBLGti2M/s500/1000020549.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ0ElEbCBP2o7rc8k1nt2ve9vCRq-CCvx5Mp66Pm7D7Y6tkv8qG7PBBCVGmuPF6eWAGhMo7C1hN-6TIhsQTG8f2lSqC3_nGYyX3FR3KV_3VR8cuuCBZANFCrJCRn42Owjgu9PGK6fPNC5rJZ2el4eKKyh6ED47tl8Yceg_O7dsOYtjVaXZSMCMBLGti2M/w400-h240/1000020549.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">The 12th Session of the India-Russia Working Group concluded at at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.The crucial meeting focused on Modernization and Industrial Cooperation under the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, co-chaired from the Indian side, while H.E. Mr. Alexey Gruzdev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of Russia, co-chaired from the Russian side.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Know The Key Area Discussed</span></b></div><div><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Key areas in the 12th Session included cooperation in the field of modern industrialisation, science and technology, aerospace, railway infrastructure, mineral fertilizers and chemicals, rare earths and critical minerals, exploration and  capacity building in REs,  power engineering, industrial infrastructure, mining equipments, aluminium sector and joint venture for urea production, etc.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">New areas of cooperation in railway transport such as infrastructure facilities, Vande Bharat train project, and signalling equipment were welcomed. Moreover, cooperation in Unmanned Aerial systems (UAVs), 3-D printing, production of Russian regional aircraft SJ-100, and aero-engine were also discussed. Further, cooperation in carbon-fibre technologies and propulsion systems, DAP/NPK fertilizer supplies, automation, critical minerals, lithium mining and titanium technologies, along with enhanced collaboration in aluminium, mining equipments and exploration of rare earth elements were discussed during the session.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The Protocol of the 12<sup>th</sup> Session of the Working Group was signed by both the co-chairs reaffirming the strategic India-Russia partnership with the aim to deepen industrial and economic cooperation. The session was attended by around 60 delegates from both sides.</span></p></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div>

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The 12th Session of the India-Russia Working Group concluded at at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.The crucial meeting focused on Modernization an...

IBSAMAR: Joint Navy Exercise Of India, Brazil and South Africa

<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWa3RCIwTxAlky-i6SN5SfqTOvZjS-G0_CPg6OaJFTmgnMtPYvrUY3QjCptbjuTorMEqDm4lVa45GCINOaEnV-op6naXCryBQROTA83Y2y7TyqPkCwEFye5TqTIwehzDA6aeNV6ck9PMsWStv9tE3n541-ryIbEaUDSbCDcJ5pM0dV84s3Xl9skwSB/s640/navy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="IBSAMAR: Joint Navy Exercise Of India, Brazil and South Africa" border="0" data-original-height="421" data-original-width="640" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWa3RCIwTxAlky-i6SN5SfqTOvZjS-G0_CPg6OaJFTmgnMtPYvrUY3QjCptbjuTorMEqDm4lVa45GCINOaEnV-op6naXCryBQROTA83Y2y7TyqPkCwEFye5TqTIwehzDA6aeNV6ck9PMsWStv9tE3n541-ryIbEaUDSbCDcJ5pM0dV84s3Xl9skwSB/w400-h264/navy.jpg" title="IBSAMAR: Joint Navy Exercise Of India, Brazil and South Africa" width="400" /></a></div><br />IBSAMAR VI  is  a joint multinational maritime exercise which consists of three major counties including India, Brazil and South Africa. The Navies of all these countries joined together for joint exercises from 10 - 12 Oct 22.</span></div><div><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Itvis noted that the previous edition of IBSAMAR (IBSAMAR VI) was conducted off Simons Town, South Africa from 01 to 13 Oct 18.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.competitivetimes.in/2026/09/slinex-26-india-sri-lanka-maritime.html">SLINEX-26: India Sri Lanka Maritime Exercise</a></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The Indian Navy is represented by the Teg class guided missile frigate, INS Tarkash, a Chetak helicopter and the personnel from the Marine Commando Force (MARCOS).</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The harbour phase of IBSAMAR VII includes professional exchanges such as damage control and fire-fighting drills, VBSS/cross boarding lectures and interaction among special forces.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The Joint Maritime Exercise will strengthen maritime security, joint operational training, sharing of best practices and building interoperability to address common maritime threats.</span></p></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>

Current-Affairs IBSAMAR: Joint Navy Exercise Of India, Brazil and South Africa

IBSAMAR VI is a joint multinational maritime exercise which consists of three major counties including India, Brazil and South Africa. The...

Inspiring Thoughts: Be Master to Motivate You, Follow these Self Motivation Techniques

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Everything you can imagine is real.” Initially it seems that there is nothing new in the quote and all of us are aware about the facts...but it means we have gone through the quote superficially....</div><div><h4 style="text-align: justify;"><span><b><i><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/p/inspiring-thoughts.html"><span><span>Inspiring Thoughts</span></span><span><span>...</span><span><span>Click and Feel the</span><span> Power of Thoughts</span></span></span></a></i></b></span></h4></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Noted Picasso has displayed the ultimate truth of the life which is enough to display the facts that something we imagine is in our reach and its only our mindset and thoughts which are the obstacles and hurdles to limit us efforts and creating the distance between our imagination and its reality....</div></div></span><p style="text-align: justify;"><span><i><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/inspiring-thoughts-why-smile-and.html"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; 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font-size: large;"><i><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/02-october-mahatma-gandhi-important.html"><b><span><span><span>Mahatma Gandhi: Important Quotes which are Enough to Change Your Li</span></span></span><span>fe...</span></b></a></i></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Create Positive Environment Around You </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In a bid to inculcate the Positive Thoughts in your mind…first of all you will have to be familiar with the art to Create Positive Environment around you…</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Try your best to inculcate the Positive and right Mindset which will keep you always optimistic and focused you around your goal and target....</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span><i><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2019/12/feel-power-of-positive-thinking-and.html"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; 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Why Wise Men Not Loose Their Enthusiams In Crisis@ PM Modi to Youth

<p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; margin: 0px 0px 10px; text-align: justify;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgl601N8qdgCdo--3Gud-3CK1XZAYSXWO9iz3WrmQRhpWKthN2emmsbbDKkbSFNg5EEt4P_IPZjGr_9i_myGaE1_FRpfJTtVccz3aby1v7gwNwmcpbIsDkOsJl0-uG_AVp5wP6IvyulpxBeVaG38kbBcBBudgSWzq6z_sVLMP0No0UolLM6vFObiRFXcLg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="379" data-original-width="482" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgl601N8qdgCdo--3Gud-3CK1XZAYSXWO9iz3WrmQRhpWKthN2emmsbbDKkbSFNg5EEt4P_IPZjGr_9i_myGaE1_FRpfJTtVccz3aby1v7gwNwmcpbIsDkOsJl0-uG_AVp5wP6IvyulpxBeVaG38kbBcBBudgSWzq6z_sVLMP0No0UolLM6vFObiRFXcLg=w400-h315" width="400" /></a></span></span></span></div><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></span><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; margin: 0px 0px 10px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting that wise and resolute people do not lose their enthusiasm even during times of adversity and difficult circumstances.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; margin: 0px 0px 10px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The Prime Minister has shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam-<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />“आपत्काले च कष्टेऽपि नोत्साहस्त्यज्यते बुधैः।<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />इति प्रबोधितस्तेन कथञ्चिद् दृढबुद्धिना।। ”<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The Subhashitam conveys that wise people with steady and resolute minds understand that truly intelligent people never lose their enthusiasm, even in times of adversity and difficult circumstances.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Shri Modi said in a X post;<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />“आपत्काले च कष्टेऽपि नोत्साहस्त्यज्यते बुधैः।<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />इति प्रबोधितस्तेन कथञ्चिद् दृढबुद्धिना।।”</span></p><p style="background-color: white; 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Diwali Puja: Why Goddess Lakshmi Is Worshipped on the Festival of Lights

<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kEzjICsGIdbCKoZ3dfmoVliAfEJSRWXfDUObb55pWESnKIrMHyR1ruzqnLPO5qvBtFQbkGFKpxnWc2naQDkAvbtv0eNm4PARdh0ELNuI3XXhtCWToqFZOBvPPcjw8a8ICkocR2D-RTg_Eb4hYFIQB45snV7XtRazfjN72VQZfjkoNEkJJ_bUQVDsNIA/s650/laxmi%20and%20Ganesh.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Why Is Lakshmi Puja Done On Diwali" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="650" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kEzjICsGIdbCKoZ3dfmoVliAfEJSRWXfDUObb55pWESnKIrMHyR1ruzqnLPO5qvBtFQbkGFKpxnWc2naQDkAvbtv0eNm4PARdh0ELNuI3XXhtCWToqFZOBvPPcjw8a8ICkocR2D-RTg_Eb4hYFIQB45snV7XtRazfjN72VQZfjkoNEkJJ_bUQVDsNIA/w400-h295/laxmi%20and%20Ganesh.jpg" title="Why Is Lakshmi Puja Done On Diwali" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: georgia;"><div style="text-align: justify;">Diwali 2026: Diwali is all set to be celebrated with full ferver across the country and the world. Stage is ready to celebrate the festival of light i.e. Diwali for which all of us were preparing for the same. However, despite the various colours of Deepawali including crackers, lighting decoration and tasty dishes with sweets, the one of the most important rituals, or puja, that is performed on Diwali is Laxmi Puja. In fact, Diwali celebrations are considered incomplete without Laxmi Puja, in which Hindus pray to Goddess Laxmi, the provider of wealth and prosperity. As we know, Goddess Lakshmi is considered the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. But do you know, why we worship Goddes Lakshmi on the occassion of Diwali? </div></span></span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Lakshmi Puja is performed on Diwali, the Festival of Lights, for several reasons deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and tradition:</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity: </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">As we know, Goddess Lakshmi is considered the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance in Hinduism. Her worship on Diwali is believed to bring financial success, good fortune, and prosperity to households. People seek her blessings for material well-being and economic stability.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Celebration of the Return of Lord Rama: </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama, along with his wife Sita and loyal companion Lakshmana, to Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana. The people of Ayodhya welcomed them by lighting oil lamps, and this tradition has continued as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness. Worshiping Lakshmi on Diwali is seen as invoking her presence to bless the home and bring prosperity, echoing the joyous return of Lord Rama.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2023/11/why-we-worship-lord-ganesha-with-lord.html"><span style="color: red;"><b><i>Why we worship Lord Ganesha with Lord Lakshmi on Diwali?</i></b></span></a></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Association with Vishnu:</b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> Lakshmi is often regarded as the consort of Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Diwali is considered auspicious for worshiping Vishnu, and Lakshmi is invoked to bring blessings and grace into the homes of devotees.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Harvest Festival Connection: </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In some regions of India, Diwali is celebrated as a harvest festival. The bounty from the harvest is celebrated, and people seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for a fruitful and prosperous year ahead. This aspect of Diwali as a harvest festival is particularly significant in agricultural communities.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Business and Trade:</b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> Diwali is also considered the beginning of the financial year in traditional Hindu business communities. Business owners and traders perform Lakshmi Puja seeking the goddess's blessings for a successful and prosperous year in their commercial endeavors.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Symbol of Purity and Light: </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Lakshmi is associated with purity and light. Her presence is believed to dispel darkness and ignorance, both metaphorically and literally. Lighting lamps and diyas during Diwali symbolize the removal of spiritual darkness and the triumph of knowledge over ignorance.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Custom of Giving and Receiving Gifts: </b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Diwali is a time when people exchange gifts and sweets as a gesture of goodwill. Worshiping Lakshmi is believed to enhance the positive energy in homes, promoting generosity and kindness among individuals.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In summary, the worship of Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali is a multi-faceted tradition that encompasses aspects of material prosperity, spiritual well-being, and the celebration of the triumph of good over evil. It is a time for families to come together, express gratitude, and seek the blessings of wealth and abundance for the coming year.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Know the diffference between Deepavali and Diwali</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Deepavali and Diwali are the same festival which is commonly known as festival of Light. In fact just there is a difference between spellings both the words with central idea is same like Deepawali. </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Diwali: This is the most common spelling of the festival and is widely used in India and around the world. The word "Diwali" comes from the Sanskrit word "Deepavali," which means "rows of lighted lamps."</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> Deepawali: This spelling is less commonly used than "Diwali" but is still considered correct.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">It is the same festival with a spelling difference. Etymologically, Deepavali is a Sanskrit word meaning row of lamps. Diwali is a corrupted form of Deepavali used in Northern states of India. Interestingly, South Indian and east Indian states use the etymologically correct name, Deepavali.</span></p>

LifeStyle Diwali Puja: Why Goddess Lakshmi Is Worshipped on the Festival of Lights

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<div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><div class="MsoNoSpacing">Diwali – the most cherished and celebrated Hindu festival is round the corner. As we gear up to prepare for pujas, parties and phuljharis, it’s imperative to exercise caution while bursting crackers. </div><div class="MsoNoSpacing">In spite of legislations, the number of patients who fall victim to firecracker-related injuries in NCR has been increasing steadily. 80% of victims are women and children and a vast majority of injuries occur due to carelessness or lack of adult supervision.<span style="font-family: georgia;">To prevent the accidents during Diwali, one should know the safer methods of handling fire. Supervision should be given to children at all times that they should remain alert of their surroundings. </span></div></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">This Diwali, be fire safe by taking the
necessary precautions and responding in an appropriate way immediately so that
the biggest festival of the year can be enjoyed in its full spirit. </span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Speaking
about serious injuries associated with the festival, Dr. Anup Dhir, Senior
Consultant, Cosmetic Surgery, A+ MediArt, said: “Although the depth of burns
depends on the degree of heat, skin‘s thickness and the time for which it was
exposed to the heat; timely intervention and correct first aid can reduce the
severity of a burn appreciably.” </span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">He further added, “Most people think they know
the list of Diwali Dos and Donts by now and don’t bother consuming a refresher
but with a little care and safer methods of handling fire, accidents can be
averted.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">To prevent the accidents during Diwali,
one should know the safer methods of handling fire. Supervision should be given
to children at all times that they should remain alert of their surroundings. </span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">One should read and follow the label directions given in the crackers. Anars
for example should never be lit while in the hand as they can burst yet a large
number of burns at Diwali are associated with them. Never carry fireworks in
your pocket as they're explosives and can go off prematurely even if they're
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<span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">As 95% of burn injuries are accidental,
prevention simply isn’t enough. Your response time can mean a world of
difference when an accident occurs and proper first aid can reduce the severity
of a burn appreciably. One should remove the child from the heat source and put
out any flames if the clothes have caught fire. Prevent further injury to the
skin and run cool (not cold) water over the burned area as it eases the pain,
removes heat, and lowers the temperature in the injured tissue. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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compress on the burn for approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Do not use ice, as it
may cause the burn to take longer to heal and don’t apply butter, grease,
powder, or any other remedies to the burn, as this increases the risk of
infection. </span></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">If the burned area is small keep the area clean and continue to use
cool compresses and a loose dressing over the next 24 hours. For Extensive or
Severe burns run under cool water for no longer than 5 minutes, wrap the wound
in a clean cloth and without any delay take the patient to the medical care
facility for treatment. The face must be left exposed to air.</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Diwali 2026: Why Lakshmi Ganesha Are Worshipped Together on Diwali?

<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAQAC45dWk42Bs3i26VkLucCFNcM-ry-0OODA4hdZL321FTfIz0FGUf1UQABoPDi4XwuK_68I2j96fzFL25zXrrlBhM8rMNeLLkstO-iWVdHLDCthNWa6v-kNe1uuDAfBMGVXRWeOPj2fTfds0JysAErOj5xoKz1iJsht7AdLRdQ6uqXyYEf5ua1gCuk4/s326/lakshmi-ganesha.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="307" data-original-width="326" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAQAC45dWk42Bs3i26VkLucCFNcM-ry-0OODA4hdZL321FTfIz0FGUf1UQABoPDi4XwuK_68I2j96fzFL25zXrrlBhM8rMNeLLkstO-iWVdHLDCthNWa6v-kNe1uuDAfBMGVXRWeOPj2fTfds0JysAErOj5xoKz1iJsht7AdLRdQ6uqXyYEf5ua1gCuk4/w400-h376/lakshmi-ganesha.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Diwali festival is basically the festival of light and crackers, but it can't be completed without the worshipping of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. We use to worship Lord Lakshmi on the eve of Diwali as it is assumed that Goddess Laxmi is the mother of all money, material and happines for the overall life.  Goddess Lakshmi when pleased with the pure heart of Her worshipper bestows upon them the both. According to hindu religious books, Mother Lakshmi is understood as the “Goddess of Wealth” also God Ganesha is being assumed that “Remover of Obstacles” (Vighneshwara). There is a general conception that people want wealth and money with happiness but without any obstacles and hence we worship Goddess Lakshmi with God Ganesha. </span></div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">According to the Shatapatha Brahmana, the original form of Lakshmi is Sri who is the auspicious energy (consort) of Lord Vishnu. The worship of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi together during Diwali symbolizes various aspects.</div><h4 style="text-align: justify;">Why Lakshmi Ganesha Are Worshipped Together</h4><div style="text-align: justify;">There is a genral conception that people want wealth and money with happiness but without any obstacles and hence we worship Goddess Lakshmi with God Ganesha. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> The worship of Lord Ganesha along with Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali has both cultural and spiritual significance in Hindu tradition. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India and holds deep spiritual and religious significance. The worship of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi together during Diwali symbolizes various aspects:</div></span><p></p><h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Removal of Obstacles:</span></h3><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Lord Ganesha is revered as the remover of obstacles (Vighnaharta). Before starting any auspicious endeavor, it is a common practice to seek the blessings of Ganesha to ensure a smooth and obstacle-free journey. By worshiping Ganesha at the beginning of Diwali, devotees seek his blessings for the successful and hurdle-free completion of all endeavors.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Wealth and Prosperity: </span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Goddess Lakshmi is the deity of wealth and prosperity. Her worship during Diwali is believed to bring wealth, abundance, and good fortune into the homes of devotees. Ganesha, being the son of Shiva and Parvati, is also associated with auspicious beginnings. The combined worship of Ganesha and Lakshmi is seen as a way to invite prosperity and remove any obstacles that may hinder the flow of wealth.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2023/11/why-is-lakshmi-puja-done-on-diwali.html"><span style="color: red;">Why Is Lakshmi Puja Done On Diwali? </span></a></b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Harmony in Family:</b> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Diwali is a time when families come together to celebrate. Lord Ganesha is considered the lord of harmony and auspicious beginnings. Worshiping Ganesha along with Lakshmi is believed to bring harmony and unity among family members, ensuring a joyous and peaceful Diwali celebration.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Spiritual Growth: </span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Ganesha is also associated with wisdom and intellect. His worship is believed to enhance one's spiritual growth and knowledge. By starting Diwali celebrations with the worship of Ganesha, devotees seek blessings for spiritual enlightenment and understanding.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Symbol of Divine Union: </span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In some traditions and stories, there is a connection between Ganesha and Lakshmi, including stories of Ganesha marrying Goddess Lakshmi. While the details of these stories may vary, the underlying theme is the divine union of auspiciousness and prosperity.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In essence, the joint worship of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi during Diwali represents a holistic approach to seeking both material and spiritual well-being. It is a way for devotees to express gratitude, seek blessings for a prosperous life, and reinforce the values of harmony, wisdom, and divine grace in their homes and lives.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">======</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Disclaimer:</b> Please note that the tips/suggestions mentioned in the article are only for general information purposes to keep you updated about the issue which is expected to common people and these should not be construed/ followed as professional advice. We recommend and request you always to consult your professional suggestion provider if you have any specific questions about such matter regarding the topic.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>

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