The annual Brahmotsavams at Tarigonda Sri Lakshmi Narsimha Swamy temple near Gurramkonda mandal in Annamaya district will be observed from February 24, 2026 to March 05 with Ankurarpanam February 23. The TTD has made extensive arrangements for the Brahmotsavams. As part of this, the temple premises were decorated with pandals, rangolis, queue lines, barricades, and the […]
Narottama Dasa
Narottama Dasa Thakura (15th century) was a saint who was the main person towards spreading the bhakti of Lord Krishna throughout India. He was born as the son of the emperor of Bangladesh. LIFE Narottama Dasa Thakura lived as a bachelor throughout his life. From his childhood he was always attracted to Shri Chaitanya. He was also trained in all the languages, and […]
Sri Hanuman Das
Sri Hanuman Das (1st century AD) was a Hindu saint and poet, was well known for his devotion to Lord Rama and Lord Hanuman. He was born in a village in Uttar Pradesh. His birth name was Ramachandra. Hanumandas has written several popular works in praise of Lord Rama and Lord Hanuman in Sanskrit, and […]
Madhava Dasar
Madhava Dasar, Madhava Dasar Katha, who is Madhava Dasar, Madhava Dasar bhakti songs.. Madhavdas was a Brahmin exalted in morality. By birth and morality, he was endowed with all the interests of a Brahmana. He lived like the great King and sage Janaka. Besides studying the four Vedas, he also studied the Vedic Vedantas, Vaiseshika, […]
Puthandu 2026 | Chithirai Vishu | Varusha Pirappu 2026
Puthandu, Varusha Pirappu, Chithirai Vishu, Chithirai Pirappu, Chithirai 1 – is the Tamil New Year day. It falls on Mesha Sankramana (Mesha Sankranti day). Mesha Sankramanam is the transition of the Sun into Mesha Rashi (Aries Zodiac) from Meena Rashi (Pisces Zodiac). In 2026 Puthandu date is April 14. It marks the beginning of Parabhava […]
Falgun Mela 2026, Nishan Yatra, Lakkhi Mela – Falgun Festival in Khatu Shyamji Temple
Falgun Mela or Shyambaba Falgun Mela, also known as Nishan Yatra or Falgun Festival, is the popular festival associated with Shyam Baba temples all over the world. In 2026, Falgun Mela dates are – begins on 18 February and ends on 28 February. Khatu Shyamji Temple, located at Khatu town in Sikar district of Rajasthan, […]
Mahabharata in Short | Brief Summary of Mahabharata
Mahabharata in Short, Mahabharata’s Brief Summary… INTRODUCTION TO THE HOLY EPIC MAHABHARATA Mahabharata is the most important ancient epic, and it is considered as a great wealth in this present generation. It was written by Lord Vinayaka, when Veda Vyasa narrates the incidents from Mahabharata. But, actually Veda Vyasa was considered as the author of […]
Kuravi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple
Kuravi Veerabhadra Swamy Temple is one of the most famous temples dedicated to Veerabhadra Swamy. Located in the Kuravi mandal of the Mahabubabad district in Telangana State, India, this temple is dedicated to Lord Veerabhadra swamy, who is fierce looking Deity with three eyes and ten hands. According to local legend, the Kuravi Veerabhadra Swamy […]
Punganur Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple Brahmotsavams 2026
The annual Brahmotsavams will be held from February 24 to March 4, 2026 at Sri Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple in Punganur, Annamaya district. On this occasion, the Ankurarpanam will be held on February 23 between 7 pm and 8.30 pm. Vahana Sevas will be conducted every day during Brahmotsavam from 8 am to 11 am […]
Sharabha Jayanti 2026 | Sharabheshwara Swamy Jayanti
Sharabha Jayanti (Sharabheshwara Swamy Jayanti) is the first appearance day of Lord Sharabha. In 2026, Sharabha Jayanti date is May 1. Sharabha Jayanti falls on Vaishakh Purnima, Full Moon day in Vaishakh Month as per traditional Hindu calendar. In 2026, it falls in Vaigasi Masam as per Tamil calendar, Edava Masam in Malayalam calendar & […]
Samarth Ramdas Swami Jayanti 2026
Samarth Ramdas Swami Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Samarth Ramdas Swami, the Guru of Chhatrapathi Shivaji Maharaj. In 2026, Samarth Ramdas Swami Jayanti date is March 26. Samarth Ramdas Swami Jayanti is observed on Sri Ram Navami, Chaitra Maas Shukla Paksha Navami. As Sri Ramdas was a devotee of Lord Sri Ram, Hanuman and […]
TTD Darshan, Accommodation Quota May 2026
TTD Darshan Accommodation Quota May 2026… The details of various darshan and accommodation quotas to be released by TTD for the month of May 2026 are as follows: The schedule for the online release of various darshan, accommodation and seva quotas for the month of May 2026 by TTD are detailed as below: Arjitha Seva […]
Sampada Gowri Vratham 2026
Sampada Gowri Vratham (Sampath Gauri Vrata) is an auspicious austerity dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Gauri Devi. In 2026, Sampada Gowri Vratham date is May 1. It is observed on Vaishakh Purnima, Full Moon day in Vaishakh Month. Some devotees observe it on all Fridays throughout the year. After one year, Udyapana is performed. […]
Meena Masam 2026 | Meenam month in Malayalam Calendar or Kolla Varsham
Meena Masam or Meenam month is the 8th month in the traditional Malayalam Calendar or Kollavarsham followed in Kerala. In 2026, Meena Masam starts on March 15 and ends on April 13. Meenam Masam corresponds with Panguni month in Tamil Calendar, Phalguna and Chaitra month in other Hindu calendars, and March – April in Gregorian […]
Holashtak 2026 | 8-day Holi Festival in North India
Holashtak is a period of eight days observed from Shukla Saptami or Ashtami in Falgun month to Falgun Purnima. In 2026, Holashtak begins on February 24 and ends on March 3. It is mainly celebrated in North India and the period is considered inauspicious for Shubh karya or any functions. Basically, Holi festival begins on […]
Dasha Mata Vrata 2026
4 March 2026 is Dasha Mata Vrat. Dasha Mata Vrat is a vrata dedicated to Goddess Dasha Mata. It is observed for ten days, beginning on the next day of Holi festival. The last and important day in Dashamata Vrat is the tenth day of Krishna Paksha in Chaitra Month (13 March 2026) in North […]
Hatkeshwar Jayanti (Hatkeshwar Mahadev Jayanti)
Hatkeshwar Jayanti (Hatkeshwar Mahadev Jayanti) is the birthday of Lord Hatkeshwar. In 2026, Hatkeshwar Jayanti date is April 1. Hatkeshwar Mahadev Jayanti is celebrated on Chaitra Chaudasana, 14th day of Chaitra Month as per Hindu calendar. This day is dedicated to Hatkeshwar Mahadev, a form of Lord Shiva. Lord Hatkeshwar is the family deity of Nagar […]
Significance of Tirumala Tirupati Temple
Lord Venkateswara Temple of Tirumala, which is situated in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India, is an ancient temple of Lord Venkateshwara, which is believed to have been existed just after the start of this Kaliyuga. Many ancient kings and queens were repaired and renovated this wonderful temple, and also donated lot of lands in […]
Muthuswami Dikshitar | Legendary Composer of Indian Classical Music
Muthuswami Dikshitar (1775–1835) was a great poet, singer, veena player, and a great composer of Carnatic Music. His compositions are highly praised for their detailed descriptions of Hindu gods and temples. His compositions are popular and even today it is sung in classical concerts of Carnatic music. He is also appreciated for his divine music similar to […]
Damanak Chaturdashi 2026 | Damanaka Chaturdashi
Damanak Chaturdashi is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Jagannath of Puri. It is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi in Chaitra month. In 2026, Damanak Chaturdasi date is April 1. This festival is celebrated with fervor in Puri Jagannath temple. As per the legend, Lord Jagannath worn Dayana leaves to his hand by forcibly taking […]