Journalism of Courage
Dahi Handi celebrations
DAHI HANDI CELEBRATIONS NEWS
No human pyramids: How this Maharashtra village marks Dahi Handi with a jump from a well
September 06, 2026 12:26 pm
Originally started by local farming families in 1992, Kurdus’s unique well-jumping Dahi Handi has become a viral social media sensation, drawing spectators from across Maharashtra.
7-year-old boy killed in Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai; 32 injured
September 06, 2026 4:47 am
Rudra Kadam died after a portion of a brick column struck his head during Dahi Handi celebrations at a residential society in Malvani.
Pune: Check traffic changes for Janmashtami, Dahi Handi on Friday, Saturday
September 03, 2026 5:26 pm
Roads around Shivaji Road, Laxmi Road, Bajirao Road and Tilak Road, where large numbers of devotees are expected to gather for Dahi Handi celebrations, are likely to witness the most significant changes.
Rain fails to dampen spirits as Govindas take to streets for Dahi Handi
September 08, 2023 3:34 am
Several political parties organise Dahi Handis in a show of strength, with many offering cash prizes to the Govinda Pathak (team) that manages to break the earthen vessel. During the course of the celebrations, several participants injure themselves in their attempt to build pyramids and reach the pots.
Allow dahi handi celebrations till midnight: Ajit-led NCP
July 19, 2023 1:41 pm
A demand has also been raised to declare a public holiday on Dahihandi.
‘A helmet could have saved his life’: Brother of man who died after fall from Dahi Handi pyramid in Mumbai
August 24, 2022 12:16 pm
A local NCP leader, who organised the Dahi Handi event where two men fell from top of a human pyramid formed to break a clay pot as part of Janmashtami celebrations, was arrested on charges of causing death due to negligence.
With double its usual dahi handis, BJP climbs the Mumbai power pyramid
August 20, 2022 10:08 am
Uddhav Sena feels the pinch as BJP, Eknath Shinde faction steal the show
Adventure sports tag for Dahi Handi events
August 19, 2022 12:57 am
Players to become eligible for govt jobs under 5% sports quota; provision for relief in case of deaths, injuries
Dahi Handi returns today after 2 yrs; overwhelming response, say organisers
August 19, 2022 12:53 am
Adding to the happiness and excitement of the mandals this year, the new government of the rebel Shiv Sena faction and the BJP has come out in support of them, with several leaders of the ruling parties organising Dahi Handi events in Mumbai and Thane.
Mumbai news update: Five roads in Dadar to be shut today for Dahi Handi celebrations
August 19, 2022 10:06 am
Dadar Dahi Handi celebrations today: The vehicular movement shall be restricted from 7 am to 11 pm on account of the Janmashtami celebrations.
Advertisement
Sarabhai vs Sarabhai actor calls out tourists for littering in Himachal
Trending25 min ago
Actor Sumeet Raghvan, known for his roles in Chumbak and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, called out tourists for leaving garbage behind at Himachal Pradesh’s Tattapani hot springs. In an Instagram video, he showed plastic bags, food wrappers and empty bottles scattered across the trail, highlighting the damage caused to the natural surroundings.
Best of Express
EntertainmentExclusive | ‘I was in disbelief’: Kritika Kamra reveals the real story behind the viral video of Gaurav Kapur crying at their wedding
Entertainment'Contract said I had to talk against Salman Khan': Actor said he quit Kala Hiran after 2 days
TrendingNobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay jokes about sharing award with Trump: ‘Clap a little bit more’
Advertisement
Advertisement