Parsva Ekadashi 2026: The Occasion for Parivartana – The Change
The eleventh lunar phase is known as Ekadashi. The day of Ekadashi is considered auspicious by adherents of Vedic culture. Each of the year’s 24 Ekadashis is named and celebrated separately. Every month comprises two Ekadashis, one du...
Mahalakshmi Vrat: A Sacred Observance for Wealth and Prosperity
Mahalakshmi Vrat is a highly revered and sacred observance dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, who is considered the divine embodiment of wealth, fortune, and prosperity. This is a 16-day-long ritual, deeply rooted in ancient tradition, and i...
Radha Ashtami: The Divine Celebration of Love and Devotion
Introduction Radha Ashtami honours the birth of Shri Radha Rani, the consort of Lord Krishna. Radha Rani is venerated as an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi, embodying the virtues of devotion, love, and spiritual dedication. Celebrated o...
Durva Ashtami 2026: Significance, Rituals, and Legends
Introduction Durva Ashtami is a unique and deeply revered festival devoted to the veneration of Durva grass, a sacred element in worship rituals. This festival is celebrated on the eighth day, or 'Ashtami,' during the Shukla Paksha, th...
Kanya Sankranti 2026: A Guide to Rituals, Significance, and Celebrations
Introduction Kanya Sankranti is a significant festival celebrated with reverence and enthusiasm across India. It marks the transition of the Sun from Simha Rashi (Leo) to Kanya Rashi (Virgo), an event that holds profound astrol...
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 – The Significance of Vinayaka Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi Let’s Celebrate Ganpati Bappa’s Janamdin! “Ganpati Bappa Morya! Mangalmoorti Morya! Pudchya varshi lavkar ya Morya Re Bappa Morya Re” Have you come across these chants with long processions holding Lor...
Aja Ekadashi 2026: Ease Your Mind and Grow Spiritually
Aja Ekadashi is observed during the Krishna Paksha (Waning Phase) in the month of Bhadrapada, which corresponds to the months of August-September in the western calendar. Aja Ekadashi 2026 is on Monday, September 7. Like all other Eka...
Dahi Handi Celebration: A Joyous Tribute to Lord Krishna's Playful Spirit
Introduction On Saturday, 16 August 2025, the vibrant and joyous festival of Dahi Handi will be celebrated with fervour and enthusiasm across India. This festival, also known as “Janmashtami” or “Gokulashtami,” commemorates th...
Janmashtami 2026 – Date, Puja Timings, Significance
Janmashtami – Krishna’s Arrival to Restore Goodness Krishna Janmashtami, or simply Janmashtami as it is called, is a well-known festival commemorating Lord Krishna's birth. According to the ancient lore, Lord Krishna was born on th...
Bahula Chaturthi: Celebrating the Sacred Bond between Cows and Devotees
Introduction to Bahula Chaturthi Bahula Chaturthi, also known as Bol Choth, is a revered festival primarily celebrated by the farming community in India. The festival falls in the month of Shravana. It honours cows and calves,l which a...
