Yajna also known as Homam would be done during the performance of rituals, by sitting in front of the sacrificial fire, by chanting the divine Mantras, in order to sanctify the Vedic gods and goddesses. The term Yajna was mentioned in the Vedas and also in the Puranas. Yagna includes offering of oblations to the […]
Sharad Purnima is not only meant for Lakshmi Puja, Kaumudi Puja, and Gajalakshmi puja, it is also associated with Lord Sri Krishna Raaslila. Sharat Purnima is an auspicious day on which Lord Sri Krishna played Maha Raas and Raaslila with Gopis of Vrundavan. To commemorate the divine dance of Krishna, in Gujarat and some other […]
Dhanvantari Jayanthi (Dhanvanthari Jayanti or Dhanwantari Jayanti), birthday of Lord Dhanvanthari, is observed on the third day during Diwali festival. In 2026, Dhanvantari Jayanti date is November 7. It is also known as Dhantrayodashi or Dhanwantari Triodasi or Dhanteras. On the day of Dhan teras people worship Goddess Mahalaxmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, […]
Shyama Puja, also known as Kali Puja or Mahanisha, is the popular puja observed on Diwali in Bengal, Orissa, and Assam. In 2026, Shyama Puja date is November 8. On the same day other states of India celebrate Lakshmi Puja. On this festive day, devotees worship Goddess Shyama (Kali Mata) in ritualistic manner. Tantric puja […]
Purnima October 2026 is known as Ashwin Purnima (Sharad Purnima, Kojagari Purnima, Kumar Purnima). Purnima October 2026 dates are October 25. Time of Purnima in October 2026 – 25 October Purnima begins on 11.56 AM on 25 October and ends on 9.41 AM on 26 October. This Purnima is celebrated as Sharad Poonam in Gujarat, […]
Vagh Baras (Wagh Baaras) is observed on Dwadasi day in second half of Aso month. In 2026, Vagh Baras date is November 5. Vagh Baras is also referred as Govatsa Dwadashi and Guru Dwadasi. In Gujarati language, Vagh means repaying ones financial debts. On this day people clear their khata (ledgers) and enter into new […]
The story of Garbharakshambika is a Hindu legend associated with the goddess Garbharakshambika, who is believed to protect pregnant women and ensure the safe delivery of their babies. This story is particularly popular in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, where the Garbharakshambika temple is located. Once upon a time, in a small village in […]
The Santana Gopala Yagna is a sacred Vedic ritual in Hinduism performed to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna, particularly in his form as Santana Gopala, for the well-being of children and to ensure a healthy and successful pregnancy. “Santana” refers to children, and “Gopala” is one of the many names of Lord Krishna, signifying […]
For 20 October 2026, Vijayadashami Alankaram in Vijayawada Temple is – Goddess Rajarajeshwari Devi. 20 October 2026 is the 10th day in Dasara Navaratri. During Dasara Sharan Navaratri of Kanakadurga Temple, each day one of the forms of Goddess Durga is worshipped. On Dasara day this year, Kanakadurga Mata is decorated in the form of Sri Rajarajeshwari Devi and […]
Surya Shashti is the festival dedicated to Surya Bhagawan (Sun God). In 2026, Surya Shashti date is November 15. Surya Sashti is celebrated on the sixth day in Shukla Paksha during Kartik Month. Though Shukla Paksha Sashti and Saptami are dedicated to Sun God, Kartik Shukla Sashti is more auspicious to worship Surya Bhagawan. Ratha […]
Bhaldevi Puja marks the beginning of Diwali festivities in Maharashtra. In 2026, Bhaldevi Puja date is November 1. It is observed on 8th day in Krishna Paksha of Ashwin Month as per Marathi Calendar (Kartik month in North India). Bhaldevi Puja is the main ritual on Karashtami. People prepare special sweet recipe ‘Khir’ and distribute […]
Brahma Muhurt is considered as the most auspicious time, which would occur one and a half hours before sunrise, and as the name implies, it is described as the time for the creator god Brahma. Most of the learned scholars, temple priests and Vedic Pundits used to get up during the Brahma Muhurt time, in […]
Kali Chaudas (Kali Choudash Puja) is observed on the 14th day in Ashwin month mainly in Gujarat. In 2026, Kali Chaudas date is November 7. This is the second day of Diwali festival. It is observed on the day before Diwali and the day after Dhanteras. Goddess Kali is worshipped on Kali Chaudas day. Diwali […]
शास्त्रों के अनुसार गायत्री वेदमाता हैं एवं मनुष्य के समस्त पापों का नाश करने की शक्ति उनमें है। गायत्री को भारतीय संस्कृति की जननी कहा गया है। गायत्री मंत्र को वेदों का सर्वश्रेष्ठ मंत्र बताया गया है। इसके जप के लिए तीन समय बताए गए हैं। गायत्री मंत्र का जप का पहला समय है प्रात:काल, […]
Sharad Purnima (Sharat Poornima / Kojagari Purnima) is the Full Moon day in the month of Ashwin. In 2026, Sharad Purnima date is October 25. It is celebrated as harvest as the rainy season comes to an end and agriculture will be on peak in many regions of India. Kaumudi Puja or Koumudi Utsav is […]
‘Yamadeepa Prajwalana’ (Yamadeepa Deeparadhana) is one of the famous rituals of Dhanteras (Dhana Trayodashi / Dhanvantari Trayodashi) day. In 2026, Dhanteras Deeparadhana date is November 6. Since it is the important ritual on the day, this day is also referred to as Yama Trayodashi. Mainly the festival of Diwali begins (Yama Trayodasi) and ends (Yama […]
Kojagari Lakshmi Puja Vidhi, Procedure of Kojagari Lakshmi Vrata with Mantras, slokas is given here.. Kojagari Lakshmi Vrata is an auspicious occasion for Lakshmi Puja. It falls on Sharad Purnima (Ashwin Purnima). Simple Kojagari Lakshmi Puja, Step-wise Sharad Purnima Lakshmi Puja, Ashwin Poonam Lakshmi Puja with Mantras, Slokas and Stotrams om sarvebhyo gurubhyo namaḥ | […]
Happy Diwali Wishes 2026… How many of us remember Ma Durga during Diwali Festival day? How many of us celebrate Diwali by thinking on Ma Durga? How many of us offer our sincere prayers and thanks to Ma Durga during Diwali Festival? Let us whole heartily thank Ma Durga on the forthcoming Diwali 2026 day, […]
Aparajita Devi Puja 2026 is observed on Vijayadashami (Dussehra) during Navratri Durga Puja. In 2026, Aparajita Puja date is October 20. ‘Aparajita’ means the one who is unbeatable. It falls on Dashami in Shukla Paksha Ashwin Month. Aparajitha Devi is not a manifestation of Goddess Durga but a form which symbolizes the victory of the […]
The term “Mahishasura Vadha” refers to the slaying or killing of the demon Mahishasura by the goddess Durga. This event is a significant episode in Hindu mythology and is prominently featured in the Devi Mahatmyam, a sacred text that narrates the stories of the goddess Durga’s battles against various demons. Mahishasura Vadha is featured in […]