Varuni Yog (Varuni Parva) is one of the most auspicious muhurats or days as per Hindu Astrology. Starting new ventures and initiation of education and other learning practices on Varuni Parva is considered highly meritorious. Varuni Yog coincides with Shastabhisha Nakshatra. This year it is Maha Varuni Parv. Maha Varuni Parva or Maha Varuni Yoga […]
Kapalikas | Ardent Tantric Devotees of Shiva
The Kapalika tradition was a Tantric form of Shaivism which prevailed in India during 7th Century AD. The word kapala, means “skull”, and kapalika represents the “skull-people”. They are also popularly called as Bhairavas or Kalabhairavas, since they worship Lord Shiva in the form of Lord Kala Bhairava. The Kapalikas used to smear their body with ashes from the cremation grounds, their hair found to […]
Damanaka Ropana Dvadasi 2026
Damanaka Ropana Dvadasi is celebrated in Chaitra Month in almost all ISKCON Temples and other Sri Krishna Temples. In 2026, Damanaka Ropana Dvadasi date is March 30. The following days the following is observed in Jagannath Puri. This festival is celebrated on the thirteenth and fourteenth days of the bright fortnight of Chaitra (April). Deities of […]
Rashi Stotrams, Daily Prayers for each Moon sign natives
Rashi Stotrams is a compilation of prayers for each Moon sign natives. For each rashi of 12 Rashis in Hindu Astrology has different stotrams to recite. The natives of Mesham (Aries), Vrishabham (Taurus), Mithunam (Gemini), Karkatakam (Cancer), Simham (Leo), Kanya (Virgo), Tula (Libra), Vrischikam (Scorpio), Dhanu (Sagittarius), Makaram (Capricorn), Kumbham (Aquarius) and Meenam (Pisces) have […]
Madhukrishna Trayodashi 2026 date | Madhu Krishna Trayodasi
Madhukrishna Trayodashi, Madhu Krishna Trayodasi is an auspicious day observed in Krishna Paksha in Falgun month as per Marathi and Gujarati calendars. In 2026, Madhu Krishna Trayodasi date is March 17. It falls in Chaitra month as per North Indian Hindi calendar. As we know, Trayodashi is the favorite day for Lord Shiva and the […]
Gangaur 2026 | Gangaur festival in Rajasthan, Ganagauri Vrat
Gangaur is a festival of women celebrated during Chaitra Month especially in Rajasthan. Gangaur festival begins on the first day in Chaitra month continues till the fourth day in Shukla Paksha or bright half of Chaitra month. ‘Gan means Lord Shiva and ‘Gauri is Goddess Parvati. In 2026, Gangaur Tritiya date is March 21. Gangaur […]
Jagath Samhara Moorthy | Lord Shiva as Destroyer of Universe
Lord Shiva is also called as Jagath Samhara Moorthy, since he destroys the entire universe during the time of Deluge also called as Mahapralaya. While Lord Brahma takes charge of creation work, Lord Vishnu takes charge of protection work, like wise Lord Shiva takes charge of destruction work, which is also necessary to put up […]
Shani Sadesati for Meena Rashi, First 2 1/2 Years, Viraya Shani
The transit of Shani into Aquarius sign marks the begining of first 2 1/2 Years of Shani Sade Sati for Meena Rasi (Pisces sign). The Aquarius sign belongs to the Shani itself. The Shani becomes too stronger because of the Aquarius gaining Moolatrikona status. The Shani is not a friend nor a enemy to the […]
Aaya Vyaya 2026-2027 for all rashis | Income, Expenses for Moon Signs in 2026-2027
Aaya Vyaya ratio (Aadayam & Vyayam) is a table marks the income and expenses for the natives of all 12 rashis. Here you can read Aaya Vyaya for 2026-2027 year (Sri Parabhava Nama Samvatsaram). The numbers denoted here are from 1 to 14. The big number in income (Aaya or Aadaya) and the small number […]
Sarhul Festival 2026 in Bihar & Odisha
Sarhul is the biggest tribal festival celebrated in Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar. This is known as the festival of flowers. Sarhul is observed by Mundas, Orans and Santhal communities during the onset of spring season or Vasant rithu. Sarhul festival 2026 date is March 21. The Santhal community celebrates the festival as Baha in February […]
Sonth | Chaitr Sankrat
Sonth marks the beginning of Chaitra Month in Kashmiri Hindu Calendar (Saptarshi Panchang). In 2026, Sonth date is March 14. Sonth also marks the onset of spring. Chaitra Sankrat, mostly popular as Sonth, has very significant history of rituals and traditions. A particular set of items are kept overnight to see them in the morning […]
Mewar Festival 2026 | Udaipur Mewar Festival during Gangaur
Mewar festival is a fair organized in Udaipur, Rajasthan, during Gangaur festival. The festival marks the beginning of spring season in the state. In 2026, Mewar festival dates are: March 21, March 22 and March 23. Gangaur procession is the major event during the fair. Married women pray to Lord Isar and Goddess Gauri on […]
Thaal Barun | Ritual of Kashmiri Pandits a night before Navreh
Thaal Barun (Thal Barun) is a ritual observed on the night prior to Navreh, the Kashmiri New Year. It is popularly celebrated by Kashmiri Pandits. In 2026, Thaal Barun date is March 13. And March 14 is Sonth. And Thaalbarun during Navreh is March 18. On the night prior to Kashmiri New Year (Chaitr Sud […]
Chaitra Maas 2026 in Gujarati Panchang
Chaitra month or Chaitra mahina or Chaitra maas is the sixth month in Gujarati calendar or Gujarat Panchang. Chaitra month falls in April as per Gregorian calendar. In Gujarati Panchang for Gujarat Chaitra maas 2026 starts on March 19 and ends on April 17. Similar dates are applicable to Marathi, Kannada, and Telugu Panchangam. According […]
Chaitra Maas 2026 in Marathi Panchang | Chaitra month dates in Marathi Calendar
Chaitra month or Chaitra mahina or Chaitra maas is the first month in Marathi calendar or Marathi Panchang. Chaitra month falls in March – April as per Gregorian calendar. In Marathi Panchang for Maharashtra Chaitra mas 2026 starts on March 19 and ends on April 17. Similar dates are applicable to Gujarati, Kannada, and Telugu […]
Gudi Padwa 2026 | Gudhi Padva, Samvatsar Padvo, Marathi & Konkan New Year Day
Gudi Padwa or Gudhi Padva is celebrated on the first day of Chaitra month. In 2026, Gudi Padwa date is March 19. This festival is observed as New Year Day by Maharashtrians and Hindu Konkains. Gudi Padva is also known as Samvatsar Padvo or Yugadi. Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka people celebrate this festival as […]
What to do on Gangaur Teej Vrat?
Gangaur Festival has its own unique rituals with women worshipping Goddess Gauri and Lord Shiva. The festival begins is celebrated for 18 days and starts after the Holi. It is observed both by married as well as unmarried women. While married women pray for the long life and well being of their husband, the unmarried […]
Arka Shashti Vrat
Arka Shashti Vrata is observed on the sixth day in bright half (Shukla Paksha) of Chaitra Month. In 2026, Arka Shashti date is March 24. As the name indicates ‘Arka Tree’ (botanical name: Calotropis procera), this auspicious belongs to Calotropis. Lord Surya Bhagan is offered Shodashopachar Pooja with Arka leaves. Arka Sashti is also associated with Lord […]
Ganesha Damana Puja | Damanak Chaturthi
Ganesha Damana Puja (Damanak Chaturthi) is observed on the fourth day of Chaitra month in Amavasyant calendars. In 2026, Damanak Chaturthi or Ganesha Damana Puja date is March 22 (Chaitra Shukla Chaturthi). It is mainly observed in Andhra Pradesh and some parts of Karnataka & Maharashtra. Lord Ganesha is worshipped with Damana (Dhavanam: botanical name […]
Panguni Uthiram in Skandagiri Temple, 1 April 2026
Panguni Uthiram is one of the most celebrated festivals in Skandagiri Subramanya Swamy Temple in Hyderabad. In 2026, Panguni Uthiram date is 1 April, Wednesday. On Panguni Uthiram day, many special pujas are offered at Skandagiri Temple. Ganapati Homam is scheduled to take place at 7.30 AM, Mahanyasam at 7.30 AM, Kavadi / Palkudam is […]