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Amalaki Ekadashi, a highly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, will be observed on February 27, 2026. Devotees undertake strict fasts and worship the amla tree, believed to bestow good health and ...

Delhi — Thousands of people dressed up in colourful traditional clothes and marched to the Yamuna River in the Indian capital early Sunday morning. The Hindu devotees went to offer prayers to the holy ...

Mahashivratri will be observed on 15 February 2026, with devotees across India marking the festival through night-long worship, fasting and special temple rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Narasimha Dwadashi is a sacred Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In 2026, devotees will observe this auspicious day with prayers and special puja ...

Dhundhiraja Chaturthi 2026 will be observed on February 21 with special Ganesh Puja, vrat, muhurat timings and rituals dedicated to Lord Ganesha for prosperity and wish fulfilment.

According to the Hindu Panchang, Pratipada Tithi will begin at 5:54 PM on October 21 and end at 8:16 PM on October 22, 2025. Therefore, Govardhan Puja and Annakut rituals are best observed on October ...

(RNS) — Religious rituals are sensory encounters. The smell of candles, incense, the taste of wine at Communion or prasad, the blessed food at Hindu worship practices: Each is aimed at involving the ...

Kali Puja 2025: In Bengal, Diwali coincides with Kali Puja, celebrating Goddess Kali's triumph over evil. The festival blends lights, devotion and mythology honouring the cosmic power of Shakti and ...