A woman’s video from London has sparked a conversation about what happens when cultural traditions travel across borders. In the clip, and Indian woman questions the idea of immersing a Ganesh idol in the River Thames, using sarcasm to make a larger point about celebrating Indian traditions while also respecting the environment and local rules.In an Instagram video, Neelanjana Hazarika Verma first spoke about her pride in being Indian and said people should be able to carry their culture with them wherever they go. But she then turned her attention to the River Thames and the cleanliness around it.“Look at this neighbourhood.

Mumbai, September 27, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) Actress and singer Iulia Vântur experienced Ganpati Visarjan in Mumbai for the first time and described the festival’s concluding celebrations as a…

Mumbai, Sep 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress and singer Iulia Vântur opened up about experiencing Ganpati Visarjan in Mumbai for the first time. She described the celebration as a beautiful and spiritual experience. Speaking to the media at an event in Mumbai, Iulia said she was happy to witness the festivities and see people come together to bid farewell to Lord Ganesha. “It’s a very good experience. It’s my first experience of Ganpati Visarjan. It’s a beautiful and special experience for me, definitely. I’ve never seen anything like this in my life,” she said.

Anuradha Mascarenhas is a Senior Editor at The Indian Express, based in Pune. With a career spanning three decades, she is one of the most respected voices in Indian journalism regarding healthcare, science and environment and research developments. She also takes a keen interest in covering women's issues . Professional Background Education: A gold medalist in Communication and Journalism from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a Master’s degree in Literature. Author: She authored the biography At The Wheel Of Research, which chronicles the life and work of Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, the former Chief Scientist at the WHO. Key Focus: She combines scientific accuracy with storytelling, translating complex medical research into compelling public and human-interest narratives. Awards and Recognition Anuradha has won several awards including the Press Council of India's national award for excellence in journalism under the gender based reporting category in 2019 and the Laadli Media award (gender sensitivity -2024). A recipient of the Lokmat journalism award (gender category-2022), she was also shortlisted for the RedInk awards for excellence in journalism-2021. Her debut book At The Wheel Of Research, an exclusive biography of Dr Soumya Swaminathan the inaugural chief scientist of World Health Organisation was also nominated in the...

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Ajay Devgn stepped out of the film world and into a different kind of spotlight as he participated in the ‘Sea Shore Shine 2026’ beach clean-up drive at Mumbai’s Juhu Beach. Organised by Divyaj Foundation, the initiative brought together volunteers and public figures with a shared goal of cleaning the coastline following the Ganpati Visarjan celebrations. Speaking at the event, Ajay stressed that keeping Mumbai and the country clean cannot be left to a handful of people — it requires individual responsibility from everyone. Drawing a simple comparison between our homes and public spaces, Ajay said, “Just as we all love our homes and keep them clean, I think we also love our country, our city and our seas.

Shraddha Kapoor is celebrating the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi in the most delicious way possible. The actress took to her Instagram Stories and shared a picture of herself enjoying a plate full of traditional modaks, but it was her hilarious caption that stole the show. Playing with the idea of the traditional visarjan ritual, Shraddha wrote, “Inn modaks ka visarjan mere pet mein ho gaya,” admitting that the sweet treats had made their way straight into her stomach instead of anywhere else. It was the kind of foodie confession that instantly made the actress feel relatable.

Ajay Devgn stepped away from the glamour of the film world and got his hands dirty for a cause close to Mumbai’s heart. The actor joined a post-Ganpati Visarjan cleanup drive at Juhu Beach on September 26, where he was seen actively picking up litter and putting the waste into a dustbin. Organised under the “Sea Shore Shine” initiative by Divya Foundation, the drive brought together volunteers, civic representatives and other public figures to clean the beach after the festive celebrations. Videos from the event showed Ajay arriving at the stage before joining the cleanup effort himself.

Mumbai, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' daughter Divija Fadnavis and his wife, Amruta Fadnavis, on Saturday participated in the Divyaj Foundation's annual 'Sea Shore Shine 2026' beach clean-up drive at Juhu Beach, a day after Ganesh Visarjan. Speaking to reporters, Divija Fadnavis said it was important for young people to participate in social initiatives such as beach clean-up drives as they help foster a sense of responsibility towards the nation. "I think it's very important for the youth and younger generation to be involved in social initiatives like beach clean-ups, because it gives us a sense of responsibility towards our nation and builds confidence in ourselves to ensure that we keep our beaches and our nation clean," she said.

Mumbai, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Soha Ali Khan gave fans a glimpse into a heartwarming Ganesh Chaturthi celebration at home with daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu. She showcased how festive traditions can be passed on to children while also being mindful of the environment. In the video shared on her social media account, Soha, Inaaya and Kunal Kemmu are seen coming together to make and celebrate an eco-friendly Ganpati Bappa. The video captures Inaaya getting hands-on with the festivities as she makes a small Ganpati idol using clay. Kunal is also seen helping with the idol-making process.

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Mumbai, Sep 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Television actress Surbhi Chandna bid an emotional farewell to Lord Ganesha and shared glimpses from the visarjan ceremony on social media. Taking to Instagram, the ‘Naagin’ actress shared a series of pictures and videos capturing moments from the Ganpati celebrations, including the Modak bhog and visarjan festivities. Alongside the post, the actress penned an emotional note as she said goodbye to Bappa. Surbhi also expressed that she was already looking forward to welcoming Bappa again next year. Sharing her photos, the ‘Qubool Hai’ actress wrote, “Bappa Modak Bhog Visarjan Celebrations Visits everything Gannu Pa Comes to an end today Tu Chala Jayegaaa Aaj And back to waiting for Next year celebrations already Mumbai will miss you Bappaaa.”

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