On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Katyayani, the fierce and warrior form of Goddess Parvati. Known for her valor and strength, she was manifested to vanquish the buffalo demon ...

It is believed that whoever worships Maa Shailputri with devotion and rituals, all his wishes are fulfilled and he gets relief from all kinds of suffering. Here's all you need to know about ...

This dual symbolism makes Navratri and Dussehra culturally rich festivals in India. Navratri is marked by a series of rituals that devotees follow with devotion and discipline. Some of the prominent ...

The ritual serves as a welcome for Goddess Durga, where the priest ties a mirror to a Bilva tree (Bel tree). Through this mirror, the idol of Goddess Durga is reflected. Maha Saptami: Maha Saptami ...

This sacred day marks the end of Shradh or Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period during which Hindus perform rituals to pay homage to their forefathers. Mahalaya Amavasya honours ancestors and marks the ...

Mahalaya Amavasya marks the last day of Pitru Paksha, a 15-day period dedicated to performing rituals for deceased family members. In 2024, Mahalaya Amavasya will be observed on Wednesday ...

It’s officially October, which means that we can all start unashamedly indulging in our favourite autumn pastimes: bring on the Meg Ryan films and pumpkin spiced lattes. As a beauty-obsessed ...

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, these days are marked by fasting, prayer, and specific rituals, believed to bestow peace, happiness, and relief from sins upon devotees. So, let's know the details ...

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Families perform rituals to ensure these souls attain peace and liberation. On Sarva Pitru Amavasya, families pay respect to their deceased ancestors. The belief is that during Pitru Paksha ...

It is a time for Hindus to perform rituals to seek blessings and pay off ancestral debts. Mahalaya Amavasya holds immense importance in Hindu culture. Performing Shraddh rituals during this time ...