Dev Diwali is observed on Kartik Purnima and popularly celebrated along the Ganga River banks in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) and other holy places in India. In 2026, Dev Diwali date is November 24. This festival is dedicated to River Ganga and devotees pay their tribute to Ganga Mata. It is believed that on Dev Deepavali, […]
Vratas-Pujas
Importance of Amla Tree in Hinduism
The Amla tree (botanical name: Phyllanthus emblica / Emblica officinalis), Indian gooseberry (Aamla from Sanskrit term “Amalika”) has great significance in the Hindu tradition. Amla Tree as per Vishnu Purana: According to Vishnu Purana, the amla tree is said to have germinated from the tears of Lord Vishnu himself. When Vishnu saw that the whole […]
Linga Daana Nomu (Vratham of donating ShivaLingams)
Linga Daana Nomu is a vrat of donating Shiva Lingams. It is observed in Karthika Masam as per Telugu calendar. In 2026, Karthika Masam begins on November 10 and ends on December 8. There is a special song dedicated to this vratham which is sung daily during Karthika Masam. And on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi in […]
Jagadhatri Puja 2026 | Goddess Jagaddhatri Pooja in Bengal
Jagadhatri Puja is observed on Karthik Shukla Navami, 9th day in Kartik month in Bengal. In 2026, Jagadhatri Puja date is November 18. Goddess Jagadhatri is the savior of the universe who has protected the world from cruel demons. She is another manifestation of Goddess Durga. Maha Shakti appears as ten-handed fierce form (dashabhuji), Goddess […]
Ksheerabdhi Shayana Vratham
Ksheerabdhi Shayana Vratham (Ksheerabdhi Dwadashi) is observed on Shukla paksha Dwadashi in Karthik Month. In 2026, Ksheerabdhi Shayana Vratham date is November 21. According to several Puranas, Lord Vishnu, who woke up from cosmic sleep on Utthana Ekadashi, comes to Vrindavan or Brundavan along with Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Brahma. It is also believed that […]
Vijayadashami & Shami Puja, Legend & Significance
Vijayadashami is the final day of Durga Navaratri. On this day Durga Visarjan or Udvasan is performed. There is a popular legend associated with Vijaya Dashami tells us about another ritual ‘Shami Puja. Legend of Vijayadashami and Shami Puja Apart from the story of Lord Ram and Ravan about Vijayadashami, another legend is mentioned in […]
Bhakteshwara Vratham 2026
Bhakteshwara Vratham is observed on Kartika Pournami, Full Moon day in Karthika Masam. This vratham is dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2026, Bhakteshwara Vratham date is November 24. This vrata is dedicated to Lord Shiva and mainly observed in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and in some parts of Karnataka by married women for sowbhagyam (longer life […]
Vahana Puja on Vijaya Dashami, Vehicle Puja
Vahana Puja, thanksgiving puja to vahanas or vehicles, is popularly observed on Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra / Dasara). In 2026, it is performed on October 20. As Vijaya Dashami is dedicated to celebrate the victory of good over evil, Ayudha Puja and Vahana Puja are the grand rituals to perform on this day. Vahan or vehicle […]
Hayagriva Puja on Mahanavami during Navratri
Hayagriva Puja is observed on Mahanavami day in Navratri. The ninth day of Navaratri, Lord Hayagriva (Horse-headed incarnation of Lord Vishnu) is worshipped in many places of India, especially in South India. In 2026, Mahanavami Hayagriva Puja date is October 19. Hayagriva Swamy is the Lord of wisdom and knowledge. Mahanavami is the day of […]
Karthika Somavara Vratha Katha (Telugu) | కార్తీక సోమవారం వ్రత కథ
Karthika Somavara Vratha Katha (Telugu), the story associated with Karthika Somavara Vratham is given here in Telugu… యమునా నదీ తీరంలో పరమ పావనమైన ఒక దివ్య దేశమున్నది. ఆ దేశాన్ని చిత్ర వర్మ అనే రాజు పాలన చేసేవాడు. ఇది కృత యుగానికి సంబంధించిన కథగా చెప్పబడుతున్నది స్కాంద పురాణంలో. ఎందుకంటే ఇందులోని పాత్రలు దివ్యమైన ఇతిహాస పాత్రలు, పురాణ పాత్రలు. వారి కాలం పరిశీలిస్తే కృతయుగం నాటిది. చిత్రవర్మ […]
Karthika Somavara Vratha Mahatmyam (Telugu) | కార్తీక సోమవారం వ్రత మహాత్మ్యం
Here is the Karthika Somavara Vratha Mahatmyam in Telugu.. This article focuses on the greatness of Karthika Somavara Vratham and how various Puranas mentioned it.. పరమ పావనమైన కార్తీక సోమవార వైభవాన్ని పురాణములు బహుముఖాలుగా చెప్తూన్నాయి. కొన్ని కొన్ని కథారూపములతో అందిస్తూన్నాయి. కథలు వినేటప్పుడు ఒకవిధమైన ఆసక్తి, శ్రద్ధ కలుగుతాయి. ఈ కథలన్నీ కూడా జరిగినవాటిని మనకి ఒక తార్కాణంగా చూపిస్తున్నటువంటి స్వానుభవ గాధలు. ఇవి పురాణములలోనూ, […]
Durgashtami Puja Vidhi in PDF (Procedure of Maha Ashtami Vrat)
Durgashtami Puja Vidhi in PDF, Procedure of Maha Ashtami Vrat in PDF format is given here. Durga Ashtami is the eighth day of Navratri Durga Puja. It falls on Ashtami in Shukla Paksha of Ashwin Month. It also marks the third day of five-day Durga Puja in Bengal and many other Eastern parts of India. […]
Durgashtami Significance | Legend of Mahashtami
Durga Ashtami, also known as Mahashtami or Veera Ashtami, is the eighth day of Durga Navratri. Durga Ashtami is very significant as per the Hindu beliefs and the legend associated with Durga Navratri Ashtami. In 2026, Durga Ashtami date is October 18. On Ashwin Krishna Ashtami day, Goddess Bhadrakali, the powerful and fierce form of […]
Durga Ashtami 2026 | Mahashtami Puja, Veerashtami
Durga Ashtami Puja, Durgashtami, Mahashtami, Veerashtami, is the main festival in Durga Navratri Pooja. Durga Ashtami is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Ashtami in Ashwin month or Ashwayuja masam. In 2026, Durga Ashtami date is October 18. Rituals, Customs and Pujas to observe on Durgashtami Goddess Mahagauri is the Navadurga mata to worship on Durgashtami day. Maha […]
Durga Ashtami Puja Vidhi, Procedure with Mantras & Slokas
Durga Ashtami Puja Vidhi, Procedure with Mantras & Slokas is explained here. Durga Ashtami falls on the eighth day of Navratri Durga Puja. Here is the detailed procedure of Durga Ashtami Puja Vidhi… Yaa Devi Sarva Bhuteshu, Vishnumayeti Shabdita Namastasyai, Namastasyai, Namastasyai Namo Namaha || Yaa Devi Sarva Bhuteshu Buddhi Rupena Samsthita Namastasyai, Namastasyai, Namastasyai […]
Lalita Panchami 2026 during Durga Navratri
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 […]
Yama Trayodashi | Shamana Trayodasi
Yama Trayodashi or Shamana Trayodasi is the first day of 5-day Diwali festival celebrations. In 2026, Yama Trayodashi date is November 6. Mainly the festival of Diwali begins (Yama Trayodasi) and ends (Yama Dwitiya) with the worship of Lord Yamadharmaraja, the King of Naraka loka. Yama Deepadan is the main ritual of the day. Lighting […]
Vidyarambham 2026 | Ezhuthiniruthu during Durga Navratri in Kerala
Vidyarambham or Ezhuthiniruthu is one of the main rituals observed during Durga Navaratri Pooja in Kerala. In 2026, Vidyarambham date is October 20. In some places of Kerala, Vijayadashami and Vidyarambham is observed on October 19. Vidyarambham puja is performed on Vijaya Dashami day which falls in the Malayalam month of Thulam Month / Kanni […]
Diwali Chitragupta Puja | Chitragupta Jayanthi Pooja
Chitragupta Puja, also known as Dawat Puja, is a ritual observed during Diwali festival. In 2026, Chitragupta Puja date is November 11. It is celebrated on Bhai Dooj, two days after Diwali, in North India. Chitragupta Pooja marks the birthday or Jayanthi of Chitragupta and it is mainly celebrated by Katyastha caste. Chitragupta is the […]
Mana Chaturthi
Mana Chaturthi Brata is observed on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi in Ashshin Month as per Bengali and Odiya calendar. In 2026, Mana Chaturthi date is October 14. Usually, it falls during Navratri Durga Puja. It is mainly observed in Bengal, Odisha, Assam and some other eastern parts of India. Those who observes this Vrata will be […]