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  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Date, History and Significance: Know About Shiv Jayanti Celebrations in Maharashtra Marking Maratha Warrior King’s 395th Birth Anniversary

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Date, History and Significance: Know About Shiv Jayanti Celebrations in Maharashtra Marking Maratha Warrior King’s 395th Birth Anniversary

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 is marked on Wednesday, February 19. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, also known as Shiv Jayanti, marks the 395th birth anniversary of the great Marathi warrior king. This annual commemoration is an important observance for followers of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and is a crucial celebration across Maharashtra. Also known as Shiv Jayanti, it celebrates Shivaji Maharaj’s birth anniversary with great fervour and enthusiasm across the country. As we celebrate Shiv Jayanti 2025, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate it, and more. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Wishes: PM Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi and Other Leaders Extend Greetings on Shivaji Maharaj’s Birth Anniversary.

    When is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025?

    Every year, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti is celebrated on February 19. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born at the Shivneri fort on the third day of the Krishna Paksha of the Phalgun month in the year 1551 of the Shalivahan Shaka. According to the Julian calendar, this date falls on February 19, 1630. This is the reason that Shiv Jayanti is observed every year on this date. However, some Hindus also mark Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti according to the Hindu Lunisolar calendar. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, according to the Hindu calendar, will be marked on March 17.

    Significance of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

    The celebration of Shiv Jayanti is considered to be one of the most important observances for followers of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The noted Maratha leader continues to be worshipped as one of the most righteous and vigilant kings of the Maratha Raj. His birth anniversary is therefore seen as the perfect time to share the stories and folktales surrounding Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. People also decorate statues of Chhatrapati Shivaji and take out processions to commemorate this day with all the valour and enthusiasm. Bank Holiday on February 19: Banks To Remain Closed in Maharashtra on Wednesday on Occasion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Birth Anniversary.

    Shiv Jayanti is also a state-wide holiday in Maharashtra. Followers of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and political leaders organise various grand events and celebrations to mark this festive and joyous occasion. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 19, 2025 10:50 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Tiger Woods to play in Genesis Invitational, marking return to competition for first time since British Open

    Tiger Woods to play in Genesis Invitational, marking return to competition for first time since British Open

    For the first time since the British Open in July, Tiger Woods is back in action on a golf course.

    Woods, 49, committed Friday to playing 18 holes at the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines. 

    It will be the first time Woods will be competing since he had a microdiscectomy in September to alleviate pain in his legs. It was the sixth surgery he has undergone on his lower back. 

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    Golfer Tiger Woods smiles during a press conference after playing at SoFi Center in a match between Jupiter Links Golf Club and Los Angeles Golf Club in the TGL. (Imagn)

    It is also the first time Woods will be playing since the loss of his mother, Kultida Woods, who died Tuesday at the age of 80. 

    Normally, the Genesis Invitational is at the Riviera Country Club, but the tournament was moved to Torrey Pines due to the wildfires that devastated the Los Angeles community. 

    Woods has had a lot of success during his illustrious career at Torrey Pines, with eight wins on the public course alongside the Pacific Ocean.

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    Tiger Woods celebrates

    Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links celebrates a win with Tom Kim, left, and Kevin Kisner, right, during a TGL match against Bottom Common at the SoFi Center Jan. 27, 2025, in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (Imagn)

    Torrey Pines is the course where Woods last finished in the top 10 at a PGA Tour event, when he was in a tie for ninth at the Farmers Insurance Open in 2020. 

    There is no cut at the Genesis Invitational, meaning Woods will be walking for all four days no matter his performance. 

    The last time Woods played four rounds was at last year’s Masters, when he broke the tournament record for most cuts made at the prestigious major with his 24th consecutive cut made. 

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    Tiger Woods tees off

    Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links GC tees off during a TGL match against Bottom Common at the SoFi Center Jan. 27, 2025, in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (Imagn)

    Woods missed the cut at the other three major tournaments he played in. 

    The 15-time major champion has been competing in the indoor TGL league, which debuted Jan. 7, 2025. 

    The Genesis Invitational begins Feb. 13 and runs through Feb. 16.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

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    Ryan Canfield is a digital production assistant for Fox News Digital.