Bhooripaksha Ekadashi (also spelled Bhooripaksham) refers to a specific astronomical overlap or configuration of the eleventh lunar day (Tithi) according to the traditional Vedic calendar calculation system. The Core Concept In Hindu timekeeping, an Ekadashi tithi’s timing does not always align perfectly with human calendar days. This gives rise to two distinct types of classifications […]
Bonalu, the traditional festival of Telangana region especially of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, begins with Ashada Bonalu utsavam of Golkonda Jagadambika Temple. In 2026, Golkonda Bonalu starts on July 19. Ashada Bonalu of Hyderabad, Secunderabad and all Telangana region, which begins with Golkonda temple will continue till first half of Shravana masam. Bonalu festival begins at […]
Sakshatkara Vaibhavotsavams at Srinivasa Mangapuram, 17-19 July 2026.. The annual Salakatla Sakshatkara Vaibhavotsavams of Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srinivasamangapuram, will be celebrated from July 17 to 19, 2026 with religious fervour. Special Snapana Tirumanjanam, Unjal Seva, and Vahana Sevas will be performed daily. The Lord will bless devotees on Pedda Sesha Vahanam (July 17), […]
The Ashtavakra Gita is a famous text, which was written based on the discussion between the great sage Ashtavakra and Janaka, the Mithila King. This text is based on the human soul and the worldly bondage. This text is praised similar to the Bhagavat Gita, since it contains the essential elements which must be followed […]
Anandapaksha Ekadashi (also referred to as Anandapaksham) is a specific Vedic calendar configuration regarding the eleventh lunar day (Tithi). It occurs when the Ekadashi tithi overlaps or extends into Dwadashi (the 12th lunar day) at the time of sunrise. The Core Contrast In Hindu timekeeping, the alignment of lunar days with sunrise determines how an […]
Mela Nagni (Nurpur Nagni Mata Temple Fair) is one of the grand celebrations in Himachal Pradesh. In 2026, Mela Nagni Mata begins on August 1. The Nagni Mata fair in Nurpur, which are organised on every Saturday during Shravan Month and Bhadrapad Month of the Hindu calendar every year, were not celebrated last few years […]
Varahi & Bagalamukhi: Goddesses with Deep Cosmic Connection.. In Hindu tantra and iconography, Goddess Varahi and Goddess Bagalamukhi are two powerful manifestations of the Supreme Devi (Mahadevi), both associated with protection, destruction of enemies, and intense spiritual power. While they are distinct deities with their own independent worship, they share a deep cosmic connection. Here […]
Narali Purnima (Narial Pournami) is regional festival of Maharashtra. Narali Purnima is observed on Shravan Purnima, the Full moon day in Sawan month. In 2026, Nariyal Poornima date is August 28. Narial Purnima is a traditional festival observed mainly in Coastal Maharashtra. Narali Pournami festival marks the Thanksgiving Day to Sea God. Fishermen and fishing […]
Balkampet Yellamma Temple near Ameerpet in Hyderabad is one of the popular temples in twin cities of Secunderabad and Hyderabad of Telangana state. Bonalu is one of the biggest festivals celebrated at this temple. In 2026, Balkampet Yellamma Temple is celebrated on August 9. According to the sources, at this temple bonalu festival is celebrated on […]
Karkidaka masam (Karikidakam month / Ramayana Masam) is the last and 12th month in Malayalam calendar followed in Kerala. In 2026, Karkidaka Masam starts on July 17 and ends on August 16. This is 1201st year of Kollavarsham (Malayalam Calendar). Karkidakam month is dedicated to dead ancestors during when Shraddh ritual or pitru tharpan are […]
Lakshmi Vratam (Shaka vratham, Ashada shukravara lakshmi vrata) is observed on Fridays or Shukravar in Ashada masam. In 2026, Lakshmi Vrata (Lakshmi Vrata Arambham) starts on July 24 (Ashada Shudda Dashami) and the Shukravars in Ashada masam are – July 17, July 24, July 31 and August 7. Lakshmi Vratam continues till Shravana Shudda Dashami […]
Mata Chintpurni Mela is a very popular Mela held at Chintpurni Mata Temple, Chintpurni village in Himachal Pradesh. In 2026, Mata Chintpurni Mela date is August 1. Shravan Ashtami is the important day in this Mela. Actually, Chintpurni Mela begins on the first day of Shravan Month (13 August 2026) (Shravan Shukla Paksha) and ends on […]
1st day of Shravan Month is Shravan Krishna Pratipada (Shravan Vad Pratham) in North Indian Hindi calendars and Shravan Shukla Pratipada in Marathi, Gujarati, Telugu & Kannada calendars. In 2026, First day of Shravan Month in Purnimant calendars is – July 30, Thursday (Shravan Brihaspativar) (Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, […]
Bhadali Navami (Bhadali Nom), Ashara Shukla Paksha Navami, Kandarpa Navami is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Bhadrakali. In 2026, Bhadali Navami date is July 23. This auspicious day falls on 9th day in bright half of Ashad Month as per Hindu calendar. It is mainly observed in North India and Central […]
15 July 2026 is Chandra Darshan (Ashada Maasa Chandra Darshan). It falls in Ashada Month (Ashada Masam) as per all the calendar followed in North India, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka. And it falls in Aani Masam of Tamil calendar, Mithunam Month of Malayalam calendar and Ashar Month of Bengali Panjika and Ashad Month […]
Evrat Jivrat Vrat is observed mainly in Gujarat in Ashad Maas. In 2026, Evrat Jivrat Vrat date is August 12. Evrat Jivrat Vrat is observed by married women for better health and longevity of their husbands. For three days, from Ashad Vad Trayodashi to Ashad Amavasya, married women offer special pujas and special naivedyas to […]
‘Ghatam Ooregimpu’ (Procession of Divine Pot, decorated in the form of Mother Goddess) is the popular ritual during Bonalu Festival in Telangana, mostly in Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Ghatam is a copper pot, decked in the form of Mata. The Ghatam is carried by a priest, who wears a traditional Dhoti and body with smeared in turmeric […]
Divasi Amavasya is observed on Amavasya in Ashada masa in some places of Karnataka. Divasi Gauri Puja is the main ritual to observe on this No Moon day. In 2026, Divasi Amavasya date is August 12. Diwasi Amavasy begins in the early morning on 24 July and ends in the midnight, the same day. Divasi […]
Guru Purnima is one of the most celebrated festivals at Sai Baba Temple, Dilsukhnagar in Hyderabad. Guru Purnima 2026 date is July 29. Shri Shirdi Sai Baba Sansthan Trust of Dilsukhnagar celebrates the festival for 3 days. Guru Purnima utsavalu will begin on July 28 (Ashada Shudda Chaturdashi) and end on July 30 (Ashada Bahula […]
Gopadma Vrata, Go Padma Vratam, is a four month long Vrata observed during the Chaturmas puja (four holy months in Hinduism), starting from Devsayani Ekadashi or Vishnu Shayana Ekadashi. In 2026, Gopadma Vratam date is July 25 (It begins on July 25). It is a festival of farmers and the people associated with dairy industry […]