Durga Ashtami is being observed today. Also called as Maha Ashtami, this is one of the most auspicious days of ten days long Durga Puja Festival. This day is also known for 'Astra Puja' – Weapons Worshiping – as on this day the weapons of goddess Durga are worshiped. The day is also known as Veer Ashtami.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted people on the occasion. In a tweet, Mr Modi hoped that the blessings of Maa Durga will bring joy, peace in the society and remove all forms of injustice.<br/><br/>Over 1.86 lakh pilgrims paid obeisance at the holy Vaishno Devi cave shrine during six days of ongoing Navratras at Katra in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. These included pilgrims from across the country and within the state.