Even though there is no strict and hard rule and code to observe Chaturmas Vrata. But some devotees observe the vrata by setting certain niyama (rules) themselves. Here is the list of Chatru Mas Vrata niyama that are followed by most of the devotees. In 2026, Chaturmasa Puja starts on July 25 (Shayani Ekadashi / […]
Vratas-Pujas
Sama Upakarma 2026 | Samaveda Upakarma
Sama Upakarma 2026 (Samaveda Upakarma) is an auspicious for those who follow Samaveda. In 2026, Sama Upakarma date is September 13. And most of the Tamil Panchangams, Malayalam Panchangams and Kannada Panchangams mentioned Samavedi Upakarma 2026 date as September 13. And most of the Telugu Panchangams mentioned Samaveda Upakarma date as the same. There is […]
Nag Panchami Vrat Katha | Story of Naga Panchami Puja
Nag panchami vrat katha or the story associated with it is given here. During the Sarpayaga of King Janamejaya, the entire clan of Serpents was destroyed. Some Serpents went to Lord Brahma and expressed their concern about the existence of Sarpa clan. Brahma consoled them and gave a boon that they will be worshipped as […]
Garuda Panchami Puja | Puja procedure of Garuda Panchami Vrata
Garuda Panchami puja is dedicated to Garuda or Garuthmantha. Puja procedure of this puja involves very easy steps. First of all, sanctify the pooja room and place Garuda photo. Draw five Rangoli patterns or Kolam designs in front of the Garuda photo or idol. On the kolams, place a banana leaf or the sanctified cloth. […]
Ekadashi Vrata Paarana Timings, 26 July 2026 | Devshayani Ekadashi Vrat Paaran
Ekadashi Vrata Paarana Timings, 26 July 2026 (Time to break fasting of Ekadashi Vrata) is given here. On 25 July 2026, Devshayani Ekadashi (Devpodhi Ekadashi, Tholi Ekadashi, Ashadi Ekadashi) is observed. And on 26 July 2026, Ekadashi Vrata Paarana is observed. Vrata Paaran is breaking the fast of Vrata. Ashadi Ekadashi Dwadashi Parana Time on […]
Shaka Vrata in Chaturmas Vrat
Shaka Vrata is the 1st month in Chaturmas vrat, four holy months in Hinduism. In 2026, Shaka Vrata begins on July 25 and ends on August 23. Shaka Vrata is observed for one month, which begins on 11th day of Shukla Paksha in Ashada month and ends on 11th day in bright half in Shravan […]
Dvidala Vrata – Vidhi, Sankalpa Mantra, Samarpana Mantras (Dwidhala Vrata in Chaturmas)
Dvidala Vrata or Dwidhala vratam is the last vratha among the four vratas during Chaturmas Vratha. In 2026, Dvidala vrata begins on October 22 and ends on November 21. Dvidala vratha starts on the eleventh day in Ashwin (Ashwayuja Shukla Ekadashi – Pashankusha Ekadashi) and ends on the eleventh day in Kartik month (Karthika Shukla […]
Chaturmas Vrata Sankalpa Mantras
Here are the Chaturmas Vrata Sankalpa Mantras for all four vratas in Chaturmas. Shaka Vrata (Ashada Month), Dadhi Vrata (Shravana Month), Ksheera Vrata (Bhadrapada Month) and Dwidala Vrata (Ashwina Month).. Chaturmas Vrata begins in Ashada Month and ends in Kartik Month. It is performed during four holy months – Shravana Month, Bhadrapada Month, Ashwina Month […]
Ksheera Vrata | Ksheera Vratam in Chaturmas Vrata | Sankalpa Mantra, Samarpana Mantra
Ksheer vrata or Ksheera vratam is the third vratha among the four vratas during Chaturmas Vratha. In 2026, Ksheer vrata begins on September 22 and ends on October 22. Ksheera vratha starts on the eleventh day in Bhadrapad month (Bhadrapad shukla ekadashi – Parivartini Ekadashi) and ends on the eleventh day in Ashwayuja month (Ashvayuj shukla […]
Chatur Mas Vrata Phalam (Merits of Chaturmasa Vratam)
Merits of Chatur Mas Vrataare highly considerable; because of the period of vrata is 120 days i.e 4 months. The devotee who follows the basic rules and principles of Chatur Mas vrata will attain salvation and reaches the God head in his next birth. In 2026, Chaturmas vrata starts on July 25 | July 29 […]
Durva Ganapati Poojan 2026 | Durva Ganapati Vrata
Durva Ganapati Poojan (Durva Ganapati Vrata, Durva Ganesh Chaturthi) is vrata dedicated to Lord Ganapati. In 2026, Durva Ganapati Vrata date is August 16. It is observed on Chaturthi day of Shukla Paksha (bright half) in Shravan month in Maharashtra, some parts of Karnataka, and Gujarat. ‘Durva’ means a type of grass blades used to worship […]
Upakarma 2026 | Rig Veda Upakarma, Yajur Upakrma, Sama Upaakarma
Upakarma is an ancient annual Vedic ritual followed by Brahmins in Shravan month or Bhadrapad month (August – September) depending on the Veda they follow or read. Changing of Yagnopaveetha is the main ritual followed on Upaakarma day. Here are the dates of Upakarma 2026 Rig Veda Upakarma 2026 – 26 August Krishna Yajurveda Upakarma […]
Janmashtami 2026 | Krishnashtami | Gokulashtami | Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Sri Krishna Janmashtami (Sri Krishna Jayanti, Gokulashami, Krishnashtami) is the birthday of Lord Sri Krishna. It is celebrated on Krishna Paksha Ashtami in Shravan Month in calendars followed in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka and in Bhadrapad Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars followed in Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya […]
Hartalika Teej 2026 | Hartalika Teej Vrat & Puja
Hartalika Teej (Hartalika Tritiya vrat, Hartalika Vrat puja) is dedicated to Goddess Gauri (Parvati). In 2026, Hartalika Teej vrat date is September 14. It is observed on Shukla Paksha Tritiya in Bhadrapad Month just a day before Ganesh Chaturthi. It is celebrated with utmost fervor in North Indian states like – Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, […]
Garuda Panchami 2026 | Garuda Panchami Vrata
Garuda Panchami Puja is a festival dedicated to Garuda, Lord Vishnus vehicle. In 2026, Garuda Panchami date is August 17. Garuda Panchami vrat is observed on Panchami during Shravan month. It is widely celebrated as Nag Panchami. Garuda Panchami celebrates mother and sons love, affection, devotion and bond between each other. The festival is dedicated […]
Kajli Teej 2026 | Badi Teej 2026 date
Kajli Teej (Badi Teej, Kajari Teej) is observed on third day after Shravan Purnima. In 2026, Kajli Teej date is August 31. It falls on Krishna Paksha Tritiya in Bhadra month as per North Indian calendars. On this day women perform Sri Krishna Puja and neem pooja. This is the biggest of all three Teej […]
Naga Chaturthi Upvaas 2026
Naga Chaturthi upvaas vrat is observed a day prior to Nag Panchami festival. It is dedicated to Naga Devtas (Serpent Gods & Goddesses). In 2026, Naga Chaturthi Upvaas date is August 16. It is widely observed in all over India mainly in North India, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. Nag Chaturthi is observed on Shukla Paksha […]
Naga Panchami 2026 | Nagula Panchami date | Nag Pancham
Nag Panchami (Naga Panchami Puja, Nagula Panchami), is the festival of snakes observed in Shravan month. In 2026, Nag Panchami date is August 17. Naga Chaturthi Upvaas date is August 16. Nag Panchami festival dedicated to Naga devatas (Serpent Gods), falls on the Shravan Shukla Panchami (fifth day in Shukla paksha during Sawan month). Naga Panchami […]
Hal Sashti Vrat 2026
Hal Sashti Vrat (Har Chhath Pujan) is observed mainly in North India. In 2026, Hal Sashti Vrat date is September 2. It falls on Sixth day after Shravan Purnima (Raksha Bandhan festival), Krishna Paksha Sashti in Bhadrapad Month as per North Indian Hindi calendar. Hal Sashti vrat is observed to celebrate the birthday of Lord […]
Bhaskara Pavitraropanam
Bhaskara Pavitraropanam (Surya Pavitrotsavam) is observed in Shravana Masam of Telugu Calendar. In 2026, Bhaskara Pavitraropana date is August 19. It falls on Shukla Paksha Saptami on Shravan Month. On this day, Surya Narayana Swamy is worshipped by offering Pavitra (cotton threads). Pavitra Samarpana is a ritual observed throughout Shravana Masa for each God a day. As […]