Margashira Lakshmivara Lakshmi vratham is observed on all Thursdays during Margasira masam in Andhra Pradesh, especially in North Coastal Andhra districts – Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam and Vizianagaram. Margashira Lakshmi Vratam 2026-2027 dates are – December 10, December 17, December 24, December 31 and January 7, 2027. It is to note that in some areas, it continues […]
Mesha Rashi or Aries Zodiac sign is the first among 12 Rasi kootas in Hindu Astrology. For each Rashi there is one Nitya Parayana stotram (daily prayer) to chant daily. Ashwini Nakshatram, Bharani Nakshatram and partly Krutthika Nakshatram are categorized under Mesha Rashi Nakshatras. Reciting or reading Mesha Rashi Nitya Parayana stotram makes the native […]
Utpanna Ekdashi, Utpatti Ekadasi, is observed in Krishna Paksha Ekadashi in Margashira masam or Margasirsha month. In 2026, Utapanna Ekadasi date is December 4. Smarta Ekadashi & Bhagvat, Vaishnava Ekadashi – 4 December 2026, Vaishnav Ekadashi. This Ekadashi commemorates the demolition of demon Murasura by Lord Vishnu and it is associated with the birth of […]
Champa Sashti is a six day festival observed from Shukla Paksha Pratipada to Sashti in Margashirsha Month in Maharashtra. In 2026, Champa Sashti begins on December 9 and ends on December 15 with Sashti. Champa Sashti marks the victory of Lord Khandoba over the demons called Mani and Malla. The festival is celebrated with utmost […]
Babruvahana Katha | Story of Babruvaha, How Babruvahana kill Arjuna?… Babruvahana is a prominent character in the Mahabharata, the son of Arjuna and Chitrangada, princess of Manipur. Raised in Manipur due to a promise Arjuna made to Chitrangada’s father, Babruvahana later became king of that land and was known as a wise, just, and skilled […]
Subramanya Sashti is one of the major festivals dedicated to Lord Subramanya, who is also known Kartikeya, Murugan, Shanmukha and Skanda. In 2026, Subramanya Sashti date is December 15. On Sashti in each month, Lord Subramanya is offered special pujas and Abhishekams. But, Subramanya Sashti is a highly meritorious day to perform puja to the […]
All of the days in a week carry some special spiritual significance, but the days in a week, is influenced by the planets, and based on that, both positive and negative results would occur to us. Monday (Somavara) Monday also called as Somavara, which means it is an auspicious day related to the moon, and […]
Kurumurthy Swamy Temple at Ammapur village in Mahabubnagar district is known as the Tirumala Tirupati of Telangana. This temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara Swamy. The village ‘Ammapur’ is located about 25 Kms away from Kothakota which is on the National Highway No. 7 in between Hyderabad and Kurnool. In olden days the Temple was in […]
What are the Signs & Stages of enlightenment? Are there different stages of being enlightened? What are the signs of enlightenment? You need not worry about it. There are no different stages. Enlightenment is only one, that’s all. Are there different types of emptiness? Emptiness is only one. But it can be for different purpose […]
Lagna (Lagnam or Ascendant) is the first moment of contact between the soul and its new life on the earth. It is the most important aspect in Vedic astrology when it is considered in a person’s birth chart or Janma Kundali. According to Sarvartha Chintamani (Ch. II.5), every house (including lagna) that contains its lord […]
Here are the Mantras for Delayed Marriages (Shighra Vivaha Mantras). The first mantra is to be chanted by Kanya (unmarried girl) herself and the second mantra can be chanted by girl’s mother. Mantra to be chanted by the Girl || OM KLEEM HREEM MATANGI PHAT SWAHA || The above mantra should be chanted for 40 days, […]
Deeparadhana or lighting lamps or diyas is an important aspect of any puja or Hindu ritual. The importance of deeparadhana is mentioned in many ancient scriptures and the tradition has been in existence since the Stone Age. Apart from religious angle, lighting diyas also has the natural side of benefits for our health and for […]
Upanishads contains sacred treasures of Holy Texts, which were written in Sanskrit, and it also includes Vedas, Vedic rituals, fire sacrifices, festivals and ceremonies etc. Upanishads helps in imparting divine knowledge among the holy people, and it occupies as a backbone to Hinduism. The Upanishads contains Vedanta Philosophies, which tells about the relationship between the […]
Dhruva is an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu, and he was praised in the Vishnu Purana and in the Bhagavatha Purana. Through his sincerity and purity, he has become a shining Dhruva star in the skies, and for him, there is no end. Divine discoursers would frequently mention his name during the time of their […]
What is Goddess Lakshmi birth story (Lakshmi Janma Vrittantha)? Here is the story behind the birth of Goddess Lakshmi (Mahalakshmi) as mentioned in the Padma Purana.. The story goes like this.. When Bhisma expressed his desire to know about the manifestation of goddess Lakshmi.. Pulastya replied – Once, after being defeated by the demons, the […]
OLDEN DAYS ARE GOLDEN DAYS! Olden days are really golden days! We would never be able to forget those pleasant days, but of course, we would have tasted some amount of bitter experiences also! In my young age, I was very much isolated, remained alone, and I didn’t talk too much with strangers, and of […]
Hindus are urging The Tokyo Ballet to withdraw the “La Bayadère” ballet; announced for July 2027 in Tokyo (Japan); which they feel seriously trivializes Eastern religious and other traditions. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that The Tokyo Ballet, which reportedly receives grants from Japan Government and claims to […]
Martand Bhairav Utsav, Martand Bhairav Shadratrotsav is a popular festival held at Khandoba Temple, Jejuri, near Pune in Maharashtra. In 2026, Martand Bhairav Shadratri Utsav begins on December 9 and ends on December 15 with Champa Sashti or Malhar Sashti. During this festival, Lord Khandoba is worshipped with turmeric (bhandar), Bel leaves, onions, and other […]
The annual Pushpayagam will be performed at the Tirumala Temple on November 16 as per Vaikhanasa Agama tradition while the Ankurarpanam will be held on November 15, 2026. On November 16, after the second archana, second bell and naivedyam, the processional deities of Sri Malayappa Swamy along with Sridevi and Bhudevi will be taken to […]
TTD has provided an online booking facility for its 2027 calendars and diaries through its official website: https://ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in. They are also available at 12 TTD publication sales counters in Tirupati, Tirumala and Tiruchanoor, and TTD Information Centres in Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Chennai, Vellore, Bengaluru, New Delhi and Mumbai. The 2027 calendars and diaries were released by […]