Dhanteras is associated with the mythological story of Lord Dhanvantari and the churning of the ocean. The tradition of buying gold on this day is associated with wealth, stability, and prosperity. Many families keep Lakshmi-Ganesh coins purchased on Dhanteras in…
The festival of Dhanteras (also known as Dhantrayodashi) officially marks the beginning of 5 days Diwali celebrations across India and among global communities. Dhanteras as the first day of Diwali is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantri, the god of health and Ayurveda,…
Let us understand in simple words what the correct rule is for lighting lamps on Dhanteras and at which special places lamps should be lit. According to religious beliefs, it is customary to light a total of 13 lamps on the…
Ayodhya Ram Mandir: This year's Deepotsav in Ayodhya is set to be a unique confluence of faith, grandeur, and modern technology. On the sacred occasion of the 10th Deepotsav, the entire Ramnagari will be illuminated with lights, while the Shri Ram…
According to Drik Panchang, Dhanteras will be celebrated on Friday, November 6, 2026. If you are planning to make festive purchases, knowing the auspicious timings can help you plan your shopping accordingly. Here are the important puja timings and shubh muhurats for…
Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in Hinduism and is celebrated by welcoming Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. As the festival approaches, people begin cleaning and decorating their homes to prepare for the celebrations. According…
There is some confusion regarding the date of Sharad Purnima in 2026 because of the timing of the full moon phase. According to the Hindu calendar: The following timings are given for observing Sharad Purnima rituals: Sharad Purnima Night Worship: October…
Shardiya Navratri is a nine-night festival honouring Maa Durga’s victory over Mahishasura, observed in the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin. In 2026, Navratri begins on 11 October. In Kolkata, Durga Puja runs from Maha Shashthi on 17 October to Bijoya Dashami on 21 October, with…
Navdurga, All the nine forms of Durga Devi represent nine different qualities. Shakti means energy and Devi Shakti is the primordial source of unseen energy that maintains and sustains this creation. Navratri celebrates and honors the nine different aspects of…
ABP Live English The Kashmir Valley is witnessing a devotional atmosphere during Shardiya Navratri, with devotees gathering at the historic Durga Nag Temple in the Dal Gate area of Srinagar On the second day of the festival, devotees visited the…
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