Masik Durgashtami is a vrat dedicated to Goddess Durga and is observed mainly in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, North India and some parts of Karnataka. It falls in Shukla Paksha (bright half) of each Hindu month. The first Masik Durgashtami in 2026 falls during Magha Month and the last Durga Ashtami falls in Margashirsha Month. Devotees […]
Pongal is a four-day festival celebrated with lot of gusto in Tamil Nadu. It is observed in the Tamil month, Thai Masam. In 2026, Pongal starts on January 13 with Bhogi Pongal. It is the biggest harvest festival celebrated as thanks giving occasion to the nature. Bhogi Pongal, Surya Pongal, Mattu Pongal, Kannum Pongal are […]
Significance of Andal Sri Godai Tiruppavai Parayanam.. TIRUPPAVAI IN THE PLACE OF SUPRABHATAM IN TIRUMALA TEMPLE.. TOMALA AND ARCHANA IN EKANTAM In all the Sri Vaishnava temples, Dhanurmasam is considered the most important month which commenced on December 16 at 1.23 PM, 2025. From December 17 onwards, Andal Tiruppavai replaced Suprabhata Seva in Tirumala temple […]
Yes, it is true. It is at the time of death that the mind separates from the body. So at this time, whatever impression one bears in the mind become the reason for the next birth. This is a scientific truth. You can see this for yourself. If you observe, the first thought on your […]
The Chakravyuha formation, also known as the circular or wheel formation, is a strategic military formation described in the Mahabharata. It plays a crucial role during the Kurukshetra War when the Kauravas employ it as a defensive strategy to counter the Pandava forces. Here is an overview of the Chakravyuha formation: Formation Concept: The Chakravyuha […]
Bhogi is the first day of four-day Sankranthi festival in Andhra Pradesh. In 2026, Bhogi date is January 13. It is celebrated on Krishna Paksha Dashami in Pushya masam (Poush Month) in 2025. It coincides with Magh Month in North Indian Hindi calendars. Bhogi Mantalu or the sacred bonfire is burned during Bhogi to burn or […]
Sashti is the sixth day after Purnima (Full Moon) or Amavasya (No Moon) in Hindu calendar. Monthly Sashti 2026 dates are given here. Sashti viratham is an auspicious vratham dedicated to Lord Subramanya or Murugan. Skanda Sashti is the most popular festival observed in Aippasi month of Tamil calendar. Devotees observe fasting on Sashti day […]
The Mahabharata, one of the longest epic poems in the world, is filled with numerous iconic moments that are central to its narrative. Here are some of the most significant and iconic moments from the Mahabharata: The Game of Dice (Dyutakrida): One of the pivotal moments in the Mahabharata is the infamous game of dice […]
What exactly is meant by forgiveness? I am trying to forgive someone but I feel like I am not able to do it a 100%. I am wasting lots of time and energy on it, but I can’t stop thinking about it. What should I do to truly forgive and move on? For this doubt […]
The conflict between Dronacharya and Drupada’s son, Dhrishtadyumna, is a significant and intense aspect of the Mahabharata. Here’s an overview of the events leading to the confrontation between Drona and Dhrishtadyumna: Birth of Dhrishtadyumna: King Drupada of Panchala had a desire for a son who could defeat Dronacharya, who had humiliated him in the past. […]
Bhishma’s fall is a pivotal and poignant event in the Mahabharata, marking a significant moment in the Kurukshetra War. Bhishma Pitamah, the granduncle of both the Kauravas and Pandavas, was a revered and formidable warrior who had taken the vow of lifelong celibacy and had sworn to serve the throne of Hastinapura. Here’s a summary […]
Bhogi Pongal or Bogi festival is the first day of Pongal celebrated in Tamil Nadu. The similar festival is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka with same name. In 2026, Bhogi Pondal date is January 13. Bogi festival is dedicated to Lord Indra, the God of clouds and Rains. This is the reason why Bhogi […]
Gangasagar Mela or Ganga Sagar Fair is the largest mela in West Bengal. Gangasagar Mela is observed during Makar Sankranthi. In 2026, Ganga Sagar Mela starts on January 13 and ends on January 15. The major Snan of Gangasagar Mela is on 14 January 2026 (Makara Sankranti). The mela is celebrated at Sagar Island where […]
Sankranti, also known as Makar Sankranthi, marks the Suns transit into Makara Rashi. This day marks the beginning of Uttarayana Punyakalam. It is celebrated throughout India with various names. Makara Sankramana Snan is the most observed ritual during Sankranti. Makara Sankranti 2026 date is January 14. The four-day festival begins with Bhogi and ends with […]
In Hindu calendar 2026 (2026-2027), there is an Adhik Maas (Mala Maas, Adhika Masam). It is an extra month according to lunar calendar. 2026-2027 Hindu calendar Year is known as Parabhava Nama Samvatsara. ‘Jyeshta Masam’ (Jyeshta Month) comes twice in 2026, one is Adhika Jyeshta Masam (Pratham Jyeshta Maas) and the another one is Nija […]
Andal Kalyanam is a popular ritual observed in Srirangam Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple on Bhogi Pongal (last day of Dhanurmasam celebrations). In 2026, Andal Kalyanam date is January 14. Goddess Andal (Godadevi / Goda Ammavaru) merged with Lord Ranganatha in Srirangam after observing the Paavai Nombu (in Margali masam). The union of Goddess Andal and Lord […]
Bhogi is the first day of four-day Sankranthi festival in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Tamil people celebrated Bhogi as Bhogi Pongal. Bhogi Mantalu and Bhogi Pallu are the main ritual during Bhogi festival. In the early morning, people light a sacred bonfire called Bhogi Mantalu. Children dance around bhogi mantalu, singing songs in praise of […]
TTD Temple in Guwahati, Assam | Assam Govt allocates 25 acres of land for Tirumala Tirupati Venkateshwara Swamy Temple.. AP CM WRITES LETTER TO ASSAM CM TOWARDS ENHANCEMENT OF LAND ALLOTMENT FOR SV TEMPLE TTD BOARD CHIEF THANKS BOTH THE CMs FOR THEIR KIND GESTURE In a significant development aimed at enhancing the spiritual aura […]
Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam will be observed at the Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple in Tirupati on December 25, 2025. This ritual is traditionally performed in connection with the upcoming Vaikuntha Ekadasi festival scheduled on December 30, 2025. The Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam will take place from 7a.m. to 9a.m. During this sacred purification ritual, the temple premises […]
Schedule of Arudra Darisanam 2026 at Chidambaram Natarajar Temple, Arudra Darisanam 2026 timetable at Chidambaram Natarajaswamy Temple, Tamil Nadu. Chidambaram is one of the five holiest Shiva temples, each representing one of the five natural elements; Chidambaram represents Akasha (aether). The other four temples in this category are: Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeswara, Trichy (water), Kanchi Ekambareswara (earth) […]