Sharkara Saptami is an auspicious Vrata observed in Ashwin Month (Ashwayuja Masam). In 2021, Sharkara Saptami date is October 12. Sharkara Saptami falls on the seventh day (Saptami) of bright half (Shukla Paksha) of Ashvin Month in Hindu calendar. Sun God is offered special puja on this day. Devotees (performers) perform ritual bath in the […]
Festivals in Ashwin month
Diwali 2014, Deepavali 2014 date
Diwali or Deepavali is the most celebrated festival in India. In 2014, Diwali date is October 23. Diwali festival is a five-day celebration which begins with Dhanteras (Dhan Trayodasi). The second day of Diwali is Narak Chaturdasi (Roop Chaudas / Kali Chaudas). Third day of the festival is main Diwali (Deepavali). Bali Pratipada (Govardhan Puja) […]