Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Shivaji Maharaj. Tithi anusar (as per the Hindu calendar), Shivaji Maharaj was born on the third day of dark half of Phalguna month, Phalgun Krishna Paksha Tritiya. He was born as Shivaji Bhosle to Shahaji Bhonsle and Jijabai on 19 February 1630.
Jvarabhagnamurti is the form of Lord Shiva, where he is known as the destroyer of the unhealthy state. This implies he is the Lord of Good health and grants a healthy life in all aspects of life. Lord Shiva is known as the doctor of doctors in many epics. The devotees of Lord Shiva blindly […]
Lord Shiva is one among the Trimurtis, and is a great god who safeguards us in our every-day life. He is residing at Kailasa and showers his immense grace on to his devotees. His temples are situated all over the world. The 63 Nayanmar saints praise the glory of Lord Shiva and reside in Kailasa […]
The Vithoba Temple, also known as Shri Vitthal-Rukmini Mandir and also it is simply called by the devotees as Pandharpur Temple or as Pandarpur Panduranga Temple, is a Krishna temple situated in Maharashtra. Lord Vithoba, is a form of Lord Krishna, and his consort is Ma Rukmini who is popularly called as Rakhumai. The temple […]
The annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy, along with Sridevi and Bhudevi, will be conducted at Tondamanpuram from February 16 to 24, 2026. As part of the festivities, Ankurarpanam will be performed on February 15 at 6 p.m. The Brahmotsavams will commence with Dhwajarohanam on February 16 between 9.15 a.m. and 9.45 a.m. in […]
The Thirumana Kandam was present as a separate chapter in the present-day Ramayana, and it was not mentioned in the ancient text Sri Valmiki Ramayana. This was written by a Sanskrit Scholar before a century ago, and it was written by him as a token of showing his gratitude to Prabhu Sri Rama, since he […]
Sitayana is a marvelous holy text, which was written by some ancient and modern scholars, and it tells about the greatness of Ma Sita Devi, and as per this text, Ma Sita is described as the divine heroine and she is described as a chaste, kind hearted and noble lady, and as per this text, […]
Rahu Ketu Pooja is the popular ritual observed at Sri Kalahasti Temple to nullify the effect of Rahu Dosha, Ketu Dosha, Sarpa Dosha, Kalasarpa Dosha, Naga Dosha, Sarpa Hatya Dosha, etc.. It is to note that Rahu Ketu Pooja is an ideal remedy for those who are facing the problems in getting married, in begetting […]
Draksharamam Sri Bhimeshwara swamy temple, also known as Draksharama Bhimanatha swamy temple, is one of the Pancharama temples in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. Draksharamam located at a distance of 28 kilometers from Kakinada, 50 kilometers from Rajahmundry, and 25 kilometers from Amalapuram. It was the abode of Daksha Prajapathi hence it has got […]
Tungnath temple is located in the mountain range of Tunganath in the district of Rudraprayag in Tehri Garhwal region, in the state of Uttarakhand in north India. It is to be remembered that Tungnath temple is the highest Shiva temple in the world. It is the highest Panch Kedar temples. It is one of the […]
Veerabhadra Ananda Thandava Murthy… During the year 2025, Veerabhadra Jayanti, celebrating the birth of Lord Veerabhadra, who is a fierce form of Lord Shiva, was observed on September 2, 2025. Similar to Lord Shiva, Lord Veerabhadra is also known as Ananda Thandava Moorthy, since he joyfully performs dance with his consort Ma Bhadrakali Amman who […]
There are many instances where God Himself came and saved the Padars from thieves, wild animals and menace! Sri Thyagaraja Swami, on his way to Tirupati, came to a small village called Kovur near Chengalpattu at the request of Sundaresa Mudaliar, a devotee of Lord Shiva. He sang five beautiful keerthanas on Kovur Sundaresar. They […]
Kumbha Masam or Kumba month or kumbham is the seventh month among 12 months of Malayalam calendar followed in Kerala and some Konkan regions. In 2026, Kumbha Masam begins on February 14 and ends on March 13. Kumbha Bharani Utsavam and Attukal Pongala are the major festivals in Kumbha Masam of Kerala. Kumbha Masam 2026 […]
Masi Magam (Masi Makam or Masi Maham) is the major festival celebrated during Masi Masam (Febraury – March) in Tamil Nadu. In 2026, Masi Magam date is March 3. Masi Magam is celebrated on Magam Nakshatra day in Masi month. The festival generally falls on Pournami or Full Moon day. Masi month is the favorite […]
Maasi masam or Masi month is the 11th month in Tamil calendar. This month is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Pitru Devatas or ancestors. In 2026, Masi Masam or Maasi month starts on February 13 and end on March 14. In Tamil Nadu, people consider the month of Masi as auspicious to start their new […]
Kumbha Sankranti or Kumbha Sankramanam marks the transition of Sun to Kumbha rashi (Aquarius) from Makara rashi (Capricorn). In 2026, Kumbha Sankranti date is February 13. Among the 12 Sankranti, Kumbha Sankranti is the eleventh and the second last Sankramana of Sun in a Hindu year. Kumbha Sankranti marks the beginning of Kumbha masam in Malayalam […]
Lalkitab Remedies for Venus in 1st house, Shukra in 1st House – Lalkitab remedies. Venus in 1st house along with Saturn will form a Crow Line and will become destructive for the native. When Venus is malefic, the health of the mother will be affected and the relation between mother and wife will not be […]
Sun Rahu Conjunction in various houses, Ravi Rahu in same house, effects of Sun Rahu conjunction in various houses are explained here. During this phase, Rahu will keep Sun under eclipse. Jupiter will give negative results causing all round depression till the age of 45. When Sun is conjoined with enemy planets, it damages the items relating […]
Sun Mercury Conjunction in various houses, Ravi Budha in same house, effects of Sun Mercury conjunction in various houses are explained here. The combined effect of Sun and Mercury will be till the 39th year. Sun will be 2 units and Mercury will be 1 unit. Sun will be more prominent and both will give combined […]
The planet Mars is known as Mangal, Angaraka or Kuja in Hindu Vedic Astrology. In Sanskrit, it means ‘the auspicious’, ‘burning coal’ and the ‘fairest one’. Mars rules over the Aries (Mesha) and Scorpio (Vrischika). The exalted sign of Mars is Capricorn (Makara) and debilitated sign is Cancer (Karka / Karkatakam). Here are few readings […]