Vishwakarma Jayanti or Biswakarma Diwas is the first appearance day or birthday of Lord Vishwakarma, the Hindu God of architecture and engineering. In 2026, Vishwakarma Jayanti date is September 17. It is celebrated with lot of gusto in industrial towns of West Bengal, Odisha, Tripura, Assam, some other North Indian states, Eastern parts of India, […]
Srimad Bhagwat Saptah, Shreemad Bhagavat Saptaah is a week dedicated to recite or chant Sreemad Bhagwat (Sreemad Bhagavath Parayana). In 2026, Srimad Bhagwat Saptah starts on September 20 and ends on September 26. During the week, Shrimad Bhagavatham is recited in temples, Ashrams, and other holy places related to Hinduism. Usually, it is observed in […]
Nine divine stories from Devi Bhagavatham (Devi Bhagavatha Purana).. 1. The Birth of Devi: The Purana begins with the story of how the goddess Devi took birth as the daughter of King Himalaya and Queen Maina. She is later known as Parvati and becomes the consort of Lord Shiva. 2. The Slaying of Mahishasura: As […]
Rishi Panchami is an auspicious vrata exclusively observed by women on the day of Shukla Paksha Panchami in Bhadrapada Month of Hindu Calendar. It falls on the following day of Ganesh Chaturthi (Vinayaka Chavithi). In 2026, Rishi Panchami Vrat date is September 15, Tuesday. Rishi Panchami Snan Muhurat, 15 September 2026 Rishi Panchami Snan is […]
Rishi Panchami Snan Mantras, prayers to chant during Rishi Panchami bathing is given here. Rishi Panchami is an auspicious day for women to observe Vrata to get rid of Doshas or the mistakes committed during the menstruation period. Rishi Panchami Snan is considered highly auspicious. Those who perform Punya Snana on this day would get […]
Aaso maas or Asoj month (Ashwin mahina) is the last and final month in Gujarati calendar. Aaso maas 2026, Gujarati Ashwin month starts on 11 October and ends on November 9. Amavasya in Aso month marks the ending of Gujarati year and the next day marks the beginning of Gujarati New Year. Navratri Durga Puja, […]
Bhadrapad Purnima or Bhadra Poornima is observed on the Full Moon day during Bhadrapad month, mainly in Gujarat. Bhaadra Poonam 2026 date is September 26. Bhadrapada Purnima is also known as Ambaji Bhadra Purnima or Bhadrapad Poonam or Bhadarvi Poonam. Ambaji Bhadra Purnima is dedicated to Goddess Ambaji consecrated at Ambaji village at the foothills […]
Ashwayuja masam, Ashwayuja month, is 7th month in Telugu Panchangam of Andhra Pradesh. In 2026, Ashwayuja masam starts on October 11 and ends on November 9. Durga Saran Navaratri, Aswayuja Purnima, and Deepavali are the important festivals in Aswayuja masam in Telugu calendar. Telugu Ashwayuja masam starts with Sharada Navaratri Kalasha Sthapana and ends with […]
UmaMaheshwara Vrata, Uma Maheswar Puja, is a popular vratam observed for marital bliss. Married couple worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Uma or Parvati for long and happy married life. Devotees perform Umamaheshwar Vrat to fulfill their wishes and to get rid of their sorrows. In 2026, Umamaheshwara Vrata date is September 26. The legend or […]
We should not break our head for small, small things in our life. Some people would get very angry even for small, small matters and would shout on others. According to an ancient proverb, “A wise man must always maintain patience in his life, in order to come forward in his life”. Some students might […]
Jwalamukhi Temple, located in Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, is one of the powerful Shakti Peetha temples in India. Chaitra Navratri or Vasant Navratri is the popular festival held at the temple in March-April. In 2026, Sharad Navratri Jwalamukhi Mela begins on October 11 and ends on October 20. Jwalamukhi Navratri Mela 2026 starts on […]
Ayudha Puja or Astra Pooja is one of the main rituals observed during Durga Navratri. In 2026, Ayudha Puja date is October 19. Ayudha Puja is celebrated on Vijaya Dashami in Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamilnadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. In Kerala Ayudha Puja is performed on Mahanavami day (19 October 2026). In some […]
During Navratri, many people observe fasting and offer special prayers and bhog (food offerings) to the goddess. The bhog offered during Navratri varies from region to region, but here are some common dishes that are often prepared as part of Navratri bhog: 1st Day, 11 October 2026, Sunday – Shailputri Navdurga Puja As per North […]
19 October 2026 is Maha Ashtami Upvaas. It is an important fasting day during Navratri Durga Puja. Also known as Durga Ashtami Upvaas, it falls on the same day of Durga Ashtami. On Maha Ashtami day in 2026, Saraswati Balidaan / Visarjan, Ekratrotsa, Sri Mahalakshmi Jaagar Kolhapur, Bhadrakali Avataar, Mata Mahagauri Puja as a part […]
Avidhava Navami sharaddh is a ritual performed on Navami during Pitru Paksha or Mahalaya Paksha. In 2026, Avidhva Navami shraddh date is October 4. This shraddh karma is dedicated to women ancestors. Women who passed away before their husband are offered tithi or tharpan during Avidhva Navami. Avidhva Navami is observe on Ashwin Krishna paksha Navami […]
Dnyaneshwari Jayanti is the birthday of Dnyaneshwari or Bhavartha Deepika. In 2026, Dnyaneshwari Jayanti date is October 2. It is observed on Krishna Paksha Shashti in Bhadrapada Month of Marathi Calendar. The Dnyaneshwari, also referred to as Jnanesvari, Jnaneshwari or Bhavartha Deepika is a commentary on the Bhagavad Gita written by the Marathi saint and […]
Navagraha Dosham occurs to a person, when the planets in his horoscope are found to be in an unfavourable positioning.It can be rectified to some extent by visiting the Navagraha Temples in Tamil Nadu, and also by reciting the Mantras of Ma Shakti Devi, since she is considered to be the controller of the Navagrahas, […]
Navratri 2025 Stotras, Slokas or Prayers to recite during Durga Navratri Puja – Devi or Durga is stotra priya which means the Goddess is pleased by reciting prayers and praising her with mantras. Durga Saptashati or Chandi Path or Devi Mahatmyam, Durga Chandrakala Stuthi, Durga Apada uddaraka stotram, Durga Aarti, Durga Ashtakam, Durga Sahasranama stotram, […]
Lalita Panchami 2026, Lalitha Panchami during Navratri October 2026. Lalitha panchami, also spelt as Lalita Panjami, is the most auspicious day in Durga Navratri puja. In 2026, the date of Lalita Panchami is October 15 in North India and September 15 in South India also. Lalitha Panchami is celebrated on the fifth day of Durga […]
Triratri Vrata is a three-day Puja during Navratri Durga Puja. In 2026, Triratri Navratri Pooja begins on October 17 and ends on October 19. Usually, it begins on Maha Saptami with Saraswati Avahan and ends with Saraswati Balidan or visarjan on Mahanavami day. As last three days of Navratri are dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, it […]