 | 1.59 lakh Ganesha idols immersed in BengaluruAs many as 1.59 lakh Ganesha idols were immersed in designated spots, including lakes, kalyanis and mobile immersion tankers, on Wednesday. |
 | Rain dampens festive spirit of idol sellers in Tiruchy, affects saleLast year, I did not take my son along with me owing to fear of the pandemic. I also did not make much sale last year either. |
 | Ganeshas with chemical colours still a big hitDespite the State Government’s initiatives to promote eco-friendly Ganesha idols, the demand for chemically-painted idols refuses to die down because they are more attractive. |
 | 10,000 Ganesha idols with seeds of medicinal plants to be distributed in KarnatakaThe event, which is organised in association with Sri Vidyaranya Yuvaka Sangha, will promote the celebration of an eco-friendly Ganesha Chaturthi. |
 | Hyderabad Development Authority starts distribution of one lakh clay Ganesha idolsArrangements to hand over the idols directly to people in 41 locations from August 25 to 30 and also through mobile vans have also been made. |
 | Artisans cite difficulty in transporting clay, unable to cater to demand for Vinayakar idolsHowever, they alleged that they are unable to meet the demands due to various reasons, including lack of clay and the district guidelines allowing clay to be transported in bullock carts. |
 | Hit by shortage, Idol makers remain idle this Vinayakar ChaturthiAhead of the Vinayakar Chaturthi on August 31, which is celebrated with pomp and gaiety in the State, the idol makers are busy with lastminute orders. |
 | Ganesha idol made using Plaster of Paris to face action: BBMPA team of Palike, police & Bescom officials will check for banned items |
 | Telangana HC orders govt to ensure no PoP Ganesha idol is immersed in any lakeTelangana Ganesh Murti Kalakaar Welfare Association and nine other petitioners from Ganga Bowli Hyderabad also filed a writ. |
