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Are banks open or closed today? Full bank holiday list for April 2025

Bank holiday today: Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Bank holiday today: Mahavir Jayanti is among the several other bank holidays scheduled in April 2025, with others including Ambedkar Jayanti, Good Friday, Bohag Bihu, Basava Jayanti, and Akshaya Tritiya.(File)

business

Published on Apr 10, 2025 10:43 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Is Indian stock market open today on Mahavir Jayanti? 2025 BSE, NSE holiday list

Stock market holiday today: Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Stock market holiday today: A man walks past the bull statue at BSE building in Mumbai.(PTI)

business

Updated on Apr 10, 2025 09:52 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2025: 40 best wishes, images, messages and status to share

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: Mahavir Jayanti will be observed on April 10. Explore our special wishes, images, and greetings to honour this sacred occasion.

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: In 2025, the 2623th Birth Anniversary of Mahavir Swami will be observed on Thursday, April 10.(Photo by Twitter/nutseedmart)

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Updated on Apr 10, 2025 08:25 AM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri

Are banks open on April 10, Mahavir Jayanti? Full bank holiday list

Mahavir Jayanti is a very important religious festivals for the Jain community, commemorating the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Mahavir Jayanti is among the several other bank holidays scheduled in April 2025.(Abeer Khan/Bloomberg)

business

Updated on Apr 09, 2025 04:54 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: When is Mahavir Jayanti? Correct date, timings and more

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: Mahavir Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara, and emphasises his teachings of peace and self-discipline.

Mahavir Jayanti, marking the 2623rd birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, will be celebrated on April 10, 2025. (HT photo)

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Updated on Apr 09, 2025 10:17 AM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri

Indian-origin charity cricket club co-founder awarded UK PM’s Points of Light

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Published on Apr 27, 2024 05:21 PM IST

PTI |

PM inaugurates 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam

Addressing issues of corruption and poverty, Modi talked about the importance of strengthening ideals of non-stealing and non-violence in societ

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Bhagwan Mahaveer on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti on Sunday (Twitter Photo)

india news

Published on Apr 21, 2024 04:21 PM IST

ByVrinda Tulsian

Mahavir Jayanti: PM Modi inaugurates 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvana Mahotsav

Mahavir Jayanti: PM Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvana Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

PM Modi inaugurates 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvana Mahotsav (ANI)

india news

Updated on Apr 21, 2024 11:40 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Mahavir Jayanti today: Meat shops closed in Hyderabad, parts of Maharashtra

Mahavir Jayanti: Animal Welfare Board of India on Saturday directed all state governments and union territories to ensure slaughterhouses shut down operations.

On Mahavir Jayanti, meat shops closed in Hyderabad, parts of Maharashtra(Pramod Thakur/ HT Photo)

india news

Updated on Apr 21, 2024 09:04 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for Lord Mahavir Nirvana Mahotsav tomorrow

No vehicle will be allowed to halt, or park on Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg, the Delhi Police's advisory said.

The entrance of the Bharat Mandapam(ANI)

india news

Published on Apr 20, 2024 09:17 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Date, history, significance and celebration

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of Mahavir Jayanti

lifestyle

Published on Apr 20, 2024 09:08 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Best wishes, images, messages, SMS, WhatsApp and Facebook

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Mahavir Jayanti will be celebrated on April 21. Here are our collection of wishes, images, status, messages and greetings to mark the day.

Here are Happy Mahavir Jayanti wishes, images, status, messages and greetings to share with family and friends.(HT photo)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 20, 2024 04:41 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

BJP leader's 'God has given you good body…' remark to women sparks outrage

The senior BJP leader expressed his displeasure over young women- usually under the influence of drugs - leaving their home at night.

BJP National General Secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya.(PTI)

india news

Updated on Apr 08, 2023 05:19 PM IST

ByKanishka Singharia

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: PM Modi, other leaders greet nation on the occasion

On Mahavir Jayanti, religious processions (rath yatra) are carried out.

Swami Birth Anniversary Or Mahavir Jayanti 202: Jain community across the world mark the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir.

india news

Published on Apr 04, 2023 09:55 AM IST

ByKanishka Singharia

Banks closed for Mahavir Jayanti? Check city-wise list

A look at the cities where banks will be closed on Tuesday on account of Mahavir Jayanti.

Bank holidays vary from state to state. (Representative)

business

Published on Apr 04, 2023 08:53 AM IST

ByHT News Desk | Written by Ritu Maria Johny

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Best wishes, images, status to share with loved ones

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Mahavir Jayanti falls on April 4. Here are wishes, images, status, messages and greetings to mark the day.

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 04, 2023 07:30 AM IST

ByKrishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Delicious traditional dishes to make on this day

Try these traditional delicious dishes on Mahavir Jayanti and savor the authentic flavors of Jain cuisine.

This special day is a time for families and friends to come together and indulge in some mouth-watering delicacies that are unique to the Jain cuisine. (Pinterest)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 03, 2023 03:24 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, Delhi

Mahavir Jayanti: Know shubh muhurat, rituals and puja vidhi

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: From rituals to the puja vidhi followed, here is all that you need to know about Mahavir Jayanti.

lifestyle

Published on Apr 02, 2023 05:39 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Date, history, significance, celebration of Jain festival

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of one of the most important festivals in Jainism

lifestyle

Published on Apr 02, 2023 12:50 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

US president Joe Biden greets Jain community on occasion of Mahavir Jayanti

Mahavir Jayanti is an important religious festival in Jainism that celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir.

world news

Published on Apr 15, 2022 06:23 AM IST

ANI |

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2022: SMS, WhatsApp messages, quotes to wish loved ones

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Check out this collection of best SMS, WhatsApp messages, quotes, Facebook status to wish your family and friends on Mahavir Jayanti, one of the most important festivals in Jainism

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Best SMS, WhatsApp messages, quotes to wish loved ones (Twitter/Microsy98421746)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 14, 2022 10:50 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Date, history, significance, celebration of Jain festival

Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of one of the most important festivals in Jainism

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 14, 2022 10:55 AM IST

Edited by Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

Indian markets closed on account of Mahavir Jayanti, Asian shares rise

Jain temples, however, remained closed amid the nationwide lockdown imposed by the government to arrest the rise of coronavirus infections.

Pedestrians walks past the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) building in Mumbai, India, on Monday, March 9, 2020.(Bloomberg)

business

Updated on Apr 06, 2020 11:27 AM IST

Mumbai | ByAsian News International

‘Our workers have toiled to bring positive changes’: PM Modi extends greetings on 40 years of BJP

PM Modi said that whenever the party got the chance to serve the nation, it did so by emphasising “good governance and empowerment of the poor”.

PM Modi extended his wishes and greetings to BJP workers across the nation and thanked them for working hard for the party’s cause.(ANI)

india news

Updated on Apr 06, 2020 09:21 AM IST

industan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

Mahavir Jayanti 2020: Significance and history of the day

Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important festivals in Jainism, and it celebrates the birth anniversary of the 24th Tirthankara Mahavir, who played a significant role in preaching Jainism.

Jains around the world celebrate by doing charity, saying prayers and observing fasts. They also pay a visit to Jain temples and meditate.(Wikimedia Commons)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 06, 2020 08:21 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent

Kalank box office day 2: Alia Bhatt-Varun Dhawan film registers major dip, earns estimated ₹10 crore

Alia Bhatt-Varun Dhawan’s Kalank saw a huge drop in collections on the second day and earned ₹10 crore, making a total of ₹31 crore. Details inside.

AliaBhatt and Varun Dhawan play lead roles in Kalank that has earned <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>31 crore in two days.

entertainment

Updated on May 04, 2020 04:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent

Jains seek Punjab government apology for ad

The advertisement, which appeared in all leading English and vernacular dailies in the state, infuriated members of the Jain community who accused the state government of hurting their religious sentiments.

Navi Mumbai, India - April 17, 2019:Jain community celebrates Mahavir Jayanti with procession from Jain Mandir to Sector-14 Vashi during Mahavir Jayanti at Vashi in Navi Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. (Photo by Bachchan Kumar/ Hindustan Times)(Hindustan Times)

india news

Published on Apr 18, 2019 01:18 AM IST

ByAneesha Sareen Kumar

Punjab government goofs up, prints Buddha’s image in Mahavir Jayanti ad

The advertisement, which appeared in all leading English and vernacular dailies in the state, infuriated members of the Jain community who accused the state government of hurting their religious sentiments.

The Punjab government put an image of Gautam Buddha instead of Lord Mahavir in an advertisement published in newspapers on Wednesday to greet people on Mahavir Jayanti.(HT Photo)

cities

Updated on Apr 17, 2019 10:23 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Ludhiana | ByAneesha Sareen Kumar

‘Do whatever you can’: In Gujarat, PM says he called Pak’s N-attack bluff

Addressing the crowd, Modi added, “Today is Mahavir Jayanti. Today we should celebrate peace. But when can we have peace? You need to show your power to maintain peace in the world. If you are weak, then no one will let you be in peace.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked Pakistan during his public rally at Surendranagar in Gujarat’s Saurashtra region(PTI File)

india news

Updated on Apr 17, 2019 08:10 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Mahavir Jayanti 2019: Who is Lord Mahavira and why is Mahavir Jayanti celebrated?

Mahavir Jayanti 2019: Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important festivals in Jainism. The day is comprised of religious processions, prayers and teachings. Jain temples on Mahavir Jayanti are decorated with flags, and alms are offered to the needy.

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 18, 2019 07:44 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

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Bank holiday today: Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Stock market holiday today: Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: Mahavir Jayanti will be observed on April 10. Explore our special wishes, images, and greetings to honour this sacred occasion.

Mahavir Jayanti is a very important religious festivals for the Jain community, commemorating the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara of the faith.

Mahavir Jayanti 2025: Mahavir Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara, and emphasises his teachings of peace and self-discipline.

Indian-origin charity cricket club co-founder awarded UK PM’s Points of Light

Addressing issues of corruption and poverty, Modi talked about the importance of strengthening ideals of non-stealing and non-violence in societ

Mahavir Jayanti: PM Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvana Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

Mahavir Jayanti: Animal Welfare Board of India on Saturday directed all state governments and union territories to ensure slaughterhouses shut down operations.

No vehicle will be allowed to halt, or park on Mathura Road and Bhairon Marg, the Delhi Police's advisory said.

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of Mahavir Jayanti

Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Mahavir Jayanti will be celebrated on April 21. Here are our collection of wishes, images, status, messages and greetings to mark the day.

The senior BJP leader expressed his displeasure over young women- usually under the influence of drugs - leaving their home at night.

On Mahavir Jayanti, religious processions (rath yatra) are carried out.

A look at the cities where banks will be closed on Tuesday on account of Mahavir Jayanti.

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Mahavir Jayanti falls on April 4. Here are wishes, images, status, messages and greetings to mark the day.

Try these traditional delicious dishes on Mahavir Jayanti and savor the authentic flavors of Jain cuisine.

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: From rituals to the puja vidhi followed, here is all that you need to know about Mahavir Jayanti.

Mahavir Jayanti 2023: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of one of the most important festivals in Jainism

Mahavir Jayanti is an important religious festival in Jainism that celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir.

Happy Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Check out this collection of best SMS, WhatsApp messages, quotes, Facebook status to wish your family and friends on Mahavir Jayanti, one of the most important festivals in Jainism

Mahavir Jayanti 2022: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of one of the most important festivals in Jainism

Jain temples, however, remained closed amid the nationwide lockdown imposed by the government to arrest the rise of coronavirus infections.

PM Modi said that whenever the party got the chance to serve the nation, it did so by emphasising “good governance and empowerment of the poor”.

Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important festivals in Jainism, and it celebrates the birth anniversary of the 24th Tirthankara Mahavir, who played a significant role in preaching Jainism.

Alia Bhatt-Varun Dhawan’s Kalank saw a huge drop in collections on the second day and earned ₹10 crore, making a total of ₹31 crore. Details inside.

The advertisement, which appeared in all leading English and vernacular dailies in the state, infuriated members of the Jain community who accused the state government of hurting their religious sentiments.

The advertisement, which appeared in all leading English and vernacular dailies in the state, infuriated members of the Jain community who accused the state government of hurting their religious sentiments.

Addressing the crowd, Modi added, “Today is Mahavir Jayanti. Today we should celebrate peace. But when can we have peace? You need to show your power to maintain peace in the world. If you are weak, then no one will let you be in peace.”

Mahavir Jayanti 2019: Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important festivals in Jainism. The day is comprised of religious processions, prayers and teachings. Jain temples on Mahavir Jayanti are decorated with flags, and alms are offered to the needy.

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