Chakras are energy centers in the human body, according to traditional Indian systems like yoga, Ayurveda, and tantra. The word “chakra” means “wheel” or “disk” in Sanskrit, referring to the spinning motion of these energy centers. These chakras are believed to regulate the flow of energy, or prana, throughout the body, influencing physical, emotional, and […]
The story of the origin of the Avatar or Incarnation of Devi Shree Katyayani. Goddess Katyayani Mata is one of the manifestations of Goddess Parvathi Devi. Noting from prevalent records (Shri Durga Sapthashathi) our ancestors narrate the details of Avatar of Shree Katyayani thus:- The demon King Mahishasura after intense penance (Tapas) of years received […]
Rukmanga Katha: Story of King Rukmanga, Ekadashi Vrat Story. Ekadashi legend is also associated with King Rukmanga of Surya Vamsha. Story of Rukmanga, Ekadashi. As ‘Ekadashi’ or the eleventh day of any month is stated to be a special day for worship of Vishnu, observance of of ‘Upavas’ (Fasting), Puja and Vrata are stated to […]
Suhasini puja, also referred as Suvasini Pooja, is a ritual observed during Sharad Navaratri. There is no specific day or date to perform the puja but in some days on Kalasha Sthapana and Durgashtami day, Suhasini Puja is observed. In 2026, Suhasini Puja date is October 18|19. In some places, Suhasini Puja is also performed on Mahanavami day. Though, […]
Papankusa Ekadashi, also known as Padmanabha Ekadasi, is observed on Shukla Paksha Ekadasi in the month of Ashwin or Ashwayuja (September – October). Papankusha Ekadashi 2026 date is October 21. In 2025, this Ekadashi falls in Aippasi Masam in Tamil calendar, Thulam Masam in Malayalam calendar and Kartik Maas in Bengali and Nepali Calendars. The […]
Dussehra celebrations in Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh is one of the most famous Dussehra celebrations in India. In 2026, Kullu Dussehra begins on October 21 and ends on October 27. This festival is one of the biggest traditional and cultural celebrations of India. Kullu Dushara is a festival celebrated with a difference, as when […]
Dasara (Dussehra) is celebrated on the 10th day in Shukla Paksha of Ashwayuja, Ashwin month. In 2026, Dasara date is October 20 in India. In South Indiaalso , Dasara is celebrated on 20 October and in some North Indian places also, it is celebrated on 20 October. In some places, Dussehra is celebrated on October […]
Annapurna Jayanti, Mata Annapurneshwari Jayanti, is the first appearance day of Goddess Annapurna, a manifestation of Goddess Shakti. In 2026, Annapurna Jayanti date is December 23. Annapurna Jayanti is observed on Margashirsha Purnima, the Full Moon day in Margashirsha Month as per Hindu calendar. Generally, it falls in December according to Gregorian calendar. Mata Annapurna […]
Dussehra or Vijaya Dashami is the tenth and final day of Durga Navratri celebrations. In Kota, Rajasthan, Dussehra is celebrated with utmost enthusiasm and grand festivity. It is very popular festival of Kota. Kota Dussehra Mela begins on October 20 and ends on November 6 but continues almost throughout the Ashwin Month. Ravan Dahan in […]
“Amantran” is a Sanskrit word that translates to “invitation” or “calling.” In the context of Durga Puja, “Amantran” refers to the ritual of inviting Goddess Durga and her divine family to come and reside in the specially crafted idol or image for the duration of the festival. This ritual is a crucial part of the […]
Pitru Paksha or Mahalaya Paksha is an auspicious fortnight dedicated to perform pitru shraddh rituals. This article explains you – where to do pitru paksha shraddh or the list of places to perform Mahalaya paksha shraddh pinda daan. In India, there are 1008 sacred spots to perform these rituals. The important places in the list […]
Auspicious Time for Pitru Paksha 2026 Shraddh (Mahalaya Paksha) is given here all Pitru Paksha tithis. In 2026, Pitru Paksha begins on September 27 and ends with Mahalaya Amavasya on October 10. Auspicious Timings for Pitru Paksha Shraddha Tharpan.. Kutup Muhurat, Rohina Muhurat and Aparahana Kaal are the auspicious time for Pitru paksha tharpan. Among […]
Ekadashi shraddha is the eleventh day of Pitru Paksha. Also known as Indira Ekadasi, this Pitru Paksha Ekadashi falls in Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month in North Indian Hindi calendars and in Bhadrapad month as per Marathi, Gujarati, Telugu & Kannada Panchangams. In 2026, Ekadashi Shraddh date is October 6. Apart from Shraddh tharpan rituals, […]
Manasa Devi Temple in Panchkula of Haryana is one of the best places to visit during Navratri festival. The Navratri Mela is celebrated for two times in a year during Ashwin month (September – October) and Chaitra month (March – April). The nine-day Mela starts on Kalasha Sthapana day (Ashwin Shukla Pratipada) and culminates on […]
Indira Ekadashi Vrat Katha, story is associated with King Indrasena. Indira Ekadashi falls in Pitru Paksha (Mahalaya Paksha). The story of Indira Ekadashi goes like… Indira Ekadashi is the eleventh day of Ashwin month which falls during Pitru paksha. The legend or Vrat katha of this Ekadasi is mentioned in the Brahmavaivarta Purana as a conversation […]
Indira Ekadasi is observed in the Hindu month of Ashwin (North Indian) or Bhadrapada month. This Ekadashi falls during the Pitru Paksha. As per the vrat katha mentioned in the Brahmavaivarta Purana, Indira Ekadasi is observed for fore-fathers. Every Ekadasi fast is dedicated to get moksha for ourselves this Ekadashi is solely dedicated to provide […]
Dasara Navaratri at Basar Saraswati Temple of Telangana is a biggest festival at the abode of Goddess of education and knowledge. In 2026, Basar Temple Dasara Navaratri begins on October 11 and ends on October 20. On 11 October 2026, at 4 AM Navaratri puja begins with Mangala Vayidyams. Ammavari Suprabhatha Seva begins at 4.30 […]
Lalita Panchami 2026 in Kolhapur Temple, Lalita Panchami 2026 celebrations in Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple. In 2026, Navratri begins on October 11 with Ghatasthapana and ends on October 19 with Mahanavami. Lalita Panchami date is October 15. Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple is the most important Shakti Peethas in Maharashtra, and one of the Astadasa Shaktipeeth (18 most […]
Dwitiya Shraddh Tharpana Sankalpa Mantras | 28 September 2026…’Dwitiya Shraddha Tharpana Sankalpa Mantras’ are chanted during Dwitiya Shraddha in Pitru Paksha (Apara Paksha – Mahalaya Paksha). In 2026, Dwitiya Shraddh date is September 28. 28 September 2026 (Dwitheeya-Revathi, Ashwini) (Sunday, Bhanu vasara) (Dwithiyai up to 7.15 pm, then thridiyai; Revathi up to 10.17 am, then […]
Pratipada Shraddh Tharpana Sankalpa Mantras, 27 September 2026 .. ‘Pratipada Shraddha Tharpana Sankalpa Mantras’ are chanted during Pratipada Shraddha in Pitru Paksha (Apara Paksha – Mahalaya Paksha). In 2026, Pratipada Shraddh date is September 27. Pratipada Shraddh Tharpana Sankalpam, 27 September 2026 (Pradhamai up to 9 pm, then Dwithiyai; uthraproshtapatha up to 11.09 am, then […]