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Raksha Bandhan 2018: When is Rakhi this year?
August 26, 2018 05:46 IST
Raksha Bandhan 2018 Date in India: This age old festival symbolises the bond of love, protection, trust and compassion that binds siblings in a family. This year, the festival would be observed on August 26.
Raksha Bandhan 2018 Puja Vidhi, Muhurat, Timings: Know Muhurat and Auspicious time to Tie Rakhi
August 26, 2018 17:29 IST
Rakhi 2018, Raksha Bandhan 2018 Puja Vidhi, Muhurat, Timings: This year, the festival of Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 26, which falls on a Sunday. Know the timings and Muhurat.
Raksha Bandhan 2018: History, Importance, Significance of Rakhi Festival in India
August 26, 2018 14:35 IST
Raksha Bandhan 2018: The significance of the Rakhi festival in India lies in its expression of love.
Eid al-Adha 2018 Date India: When is Bakrid in 2018?
August 22, 2018 10:11 IST
Bakrid, Eid al-Adha 2018 Date in India: It is celebrated in order to pay respects to Ibrahim, who was considered to be one of the most dutiful admirers of Allah and was ready to sacrifice his son on Allah's request.
Eid al-Adha 2018: Know the Importance and Significance of Bakrid
August 22, 2018 07:33 IST
Bakrid 2018, Eid al-Adha 2018: On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, devotees offer prayer at the mosque after the sun rise. However, the participation of women is limited and varies from one community to another.
Parsi New Year 2018: History, importance and date
August 17, 2018 09:48 IST
Parsi New Year 2018 Date: The Parsi new year, known as Navroz, marks the beginning of the Iranian calendar and is observed as a holy occasion within the community. It is marked by merrymaking and a spirit of positivity and prayer for the Parsis.
When is Ganesha Chaturthi 2018?
August 14, 2018 13:45 IST
Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: The festival is celebrated with aplomb every year and brings together people from different walks of life and social standings. This year, it falls on September 13.
Sawan Shivratri 2018: Puja Vidhi, Shubh Muhurat and Timings
August 9, 2018 12:19 IST
Sawan Shivratri 2018 Puja Vidhi, Shubh Muhurat: To be observed on August 9, the day is devoted to Lord Shiva. The Chaturdashi tithi will begin at 10:45pm on August 9 and end at 07:07pm on August 10.
Sawan Shivratri 2018: Importance and Significance of Shivratri
August 9, 2018 12:20 IST
Sawan Shivratri 2018: During the holy month of Sawan, millions of pilgrims carry Ganga water to worship Lord Shiva in a procession known as Kanwar Yatra. This year, the day falls on August 9.
Kawad Yatra 2018 Jal Date, Time, Muhurat: When is Kawad Jal Yatra?
August 8, 2018 12:14 IST
Kawad Yatra 2018 Jal Date and Time: The day of Shravan Shivratri is considered to be the best day to offer Gangajal to Lord Shiva. It will be observed on August 9 from 00:05am to 00:48am.
Sawan Shivratri 2018 Date in India: When is Shravan Shivratri
August 9, 2018 12:19 IST
Sawan Shivratri 2018 Date in India: Masik Shivratri or Masa Shivratri falls on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha and the devotees of Lord Shiva fast and worship him in India.
Guru Purnima 2018: Puja Vidhi, Vrat Katha, Timings and Procedure
July 26, 2018 14:15 IST
Guru Purnima 2018 Puja Vidhi, Vrat Katha, Timings Procedure: Guru Purnima will be celebrated on July 27 this year. The purnima tithi will begin at 11:16 pm on July 26 and end at 01:50 am on July 28.
Guru Purnima 2018: Why the festival is celebrated, legend, history and all you need to knowSubscriber Only
July 27, 2018 11:28 IST
Guru Purnima marks the appearance day of Srila Vyasadeva. It falls every year on the day of Ashadha Shukla Purnima. This year, the festival dedicated to teachers will be observed on July 27.
Guru Purnima 2018: Importance and significance of Guru Purnima
July 26, 2018 09:12 IST
Guru Purnima 2018: Guru Purnima has a deep and interesting history and this year it falls on July 27, Friday. It commemorates the goodness of spiritual gurus and teachers.
Guru Purnima 2018 Date in India
July 25, 2018 16:11 IST
Guru Purnima 2018 Date in India: To be celebrated on July 27 this year, Guru Purnima is a day when thousands of devotees worship and thank their gurus for enlightenment.
Decoding Mahamrityunjaya MantraSubscriber Only
July 5, 2018 14:30 IST
In Bhagwad Gita (9.34 and 18.65), Lord Krishna mentions that chanting mantras means to offer prayers. Mrityunjaya mantra is found in the oldest Vedic literature, the Rig Veda (7.59.12).
Why do we light a lamp during puja?Subscriber Only
July 4, 2018 15:22 IST
The burning lamp represents the element of fire. Fire is one of the five principal elements of this material creation (earth, water, fire, sky and air) and it represents purity. Whatever comes in contact with fire is immediately purified, the way impure gold is converted into pure gold.
The science behind Adhik maas/Purushottam monthSubscriber Only
June 13, 2018 22:36 IST
The immensely pious and auspicious month of Purushottam, also known as Adhika Maas or Mal Mass, is considered dear to the supreme Lord Sri Krishna. Here's the scientific explanation behind it.
Eid ul-Fitr 2018 Date India: When is Eid al-Fitr in 2018?
June 15, 2018 09:44 IST
Eid ul-Fitr Date India: Every year, the dates of Ramadan and Eid change - as the Muslim calendar, which began when Prophet Mohammad migrated from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD - is based on the phases of the moon.
Ramzan: Practices and rituals you probably didn’t know aboutSubscriber Only
June 8, 2018 16:37 IST
Many among us know about roza as an essential practice among Muslims during Ramzan, did you know there are many other rituals that are followed as well? This ranges from e'tikaaf (a form of seclusion) to taraweeh (a special prayer at the end of the day).
The Vedic viewpoint of yagyaSubscriber Only
May 26, 2018 20:21 IST
The followers of Vedic religion are advised by the Supreme Lord to perform yagya or sacrifices in order to be happy and merry. There are various meanings associated with the word yagya.
Decoding the Gayatri MantraSubscriber Only
May 24, 2018 05:00 IST
The Gayatri mantra is one of the well-known mantras. As per the Smarta Brahmanas, the Gayatri mantra is a representative of Suryadev. According to Hari Bhakti Vilasa, the Brahma Gayatri mantra is a prayer to Gayatri Devi, the eternal consort of Sri Vishnu.
Happy Ramadan 2018: Wishes, Quotes, Images, Greetings, Photos, Wallpapers, Messages, SMS
May 17, 2018 04:00 IST
Happy Ramadan 2018 Wishes Quotes, Images, Greetings, Photos: On this auspicious occasion, we have curated a list of greetings and messages for you to share with family and loved ones and wish them a wonderful Ramzan.
Ramadan 2018 Date in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE: History, Significance
May 16, 2018 19:33 IST
Ramadan 2018 Date in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE: The purpose of the Ramzan fast is to bring the faithful devotees closer to God and to remind them of the sufferings of those who are less fortunate.
What is Adhik maas/Purushottam month?Subscriber Only
May 16, 2018 14:47 IST
The glories of Purushottam month are innumerable and are beyond conception. A single month of devotion can award the person with all the necessities of his life and after quitting this body, he will surely ascend to the abode of the Supreme Lord Krishna.
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