Papmochani Ekadashi is observed during the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) of the Chaitra month according to the North Indian Purnimanta calendar. In the South Indian Amanta calendar, it ...

Tie and dye sarees, with their mesmerising patterns and riot of colours, are making a grand comeback in the world of fashion. Whether it's a casual brunch, a wedding function, or a day at work ...

What are Holika Dahan 2025 puja vidhi and samagri? Holika Dahan celebrations begin at night with a sacred bonfire, symbolising the victory of good over evil. Hindus gather with family, friends ...

Story continues below this ad Last month, the Calcutta High Court had directed the police authorities to provide security for Saraswati Puja festivities ... police station to dismantle an illegal puja ...

One of the most spectacular and vibrant festivals to welcome spring and the onset of the harvest season is Holi. One of the most important festivals of Hindus, it is celebrated with much fanfare and ...

Offering puja items: The bonfire is worshipped with holy water (Gangajal), kumkum, flowers, and turmeric, seeking divine blessings. Lighting the fire: The bonfire is lit while chanting sacred ...

Observing this fast is believed to remove obstacles and bring blessings. Listen to Story March 2025 Pradosh Vrat is on March 11 with puja time 06:27 PM to 08:53 PM Devotees follow strict or partial ...

This year, due to Bhadra's whole-day presence, rituals must avoid this inauspicious period. Puja can be performed only during Pradosh Kaal or Bhadra Tail to ensure prosperity and happiness.

Hindu scriptures dictate that Holika Dahan should be performed during Pradosh Kaal, which begins after sunset, while Purnimasi Tithi (full moon) prevails. However, there's a catch: Bhadra, an ...

This year, with both the beginning and end of Navratri falling on a Sunday, Maa Durga will arrive and depart on an elephant. The arrival of the goddess on an elephant is considered highly auspicious, ...

Speaking at a gathering in Kolkata, Sarma said that as Aurangzeb had ‘vowed to end Hinduism’ but failed to do so, both Banerjee and Gandhi will also fail.

Attukal Pongala is a regional festival which is celebrated at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is also known as the largest gathering of women for the purpose of a ...