Maha Ashtami or the eighth day of Navaratri is being celebrated across the country today. This day is dedicated to Goddess Mahagauri, the 8th Avtar of Maa Durga. On this day, devotees in large numbers throng various temples to offer prayers.<br />''<span style="color: #222222;"><br />''Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended greetings to the people. In a tweet, Mr Modi said, may Ma Durga fulfill everyone's aspirations, further the atmosphere of joy and eliminate all evils from society.</span><br />