Makar Sankranti is a celebrated occasion in India that marks the sun’s transition and the end of winter solstice. It involves prayers for a good harvest and honoring the Sun God. Despite regional differences, India will come together to celebrate this occasion.
Pongal, a significant harvest festival in Tamil Nadu, honors the Sun God’s benefits, resulting in bountiful harvest and prosperity. It coincides with Makar Sankranti festival across India.
It is annually observed in numerous Indian states, with particular emphasis on the northern, western, and eastern regions.
Eid Ul Fitr 2024 in India marks the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, marking the ultimate reward for devout individuals, strengthening kinship bonds, and offering alms to the impoverished.
The eleventh day of the two lunar phases that transpire within the Hindu month is designated as such. Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha are the two lunar phases.
The day, which is referred to as Rohatsu in Japan, was rescheduled to its present date during the period of Gregorian calendar implementation and the westernization of Japan initiated by Emperor Meiji.
The Jewish festival Hanukkah is an integral component of the Festival of Lights. It commemorates the rededication of the second sanctuary of Jerusalem and the Jewish people’s victory over the Greeks during the Maccabean War.
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Kartik Purnima Snan will start at 3:11 pm on November 26 and end at 2:36 pm on November 27.
In Hinduism, ‘Puja’ denotes the act of worship, while ‘Laxmi’ signifies prosperity and fortune.
The festival, which spans more than five days, is observed by millions of Sikhs, Hindus, and Jains across the globe.
Choti Diwali is observed the day prior to Deepawali; thus, it transpires on Saturday, November 11, 2023, this year.
In Dhenkanal, the puja will last for eleven days. In Kendrapara, it will only last for seven days.
The lunisolar calendar, which takes into consideration all astronomical positions, is the foundation of Karva Chauth.
Honouring the wise poet and scholar Valmiki, who is highly regarded for his contributions to classical Indian literature.
The occasion commemorates the birthday of Srimanta Sankardev, a saint-scholar, social-religious reformer, and significant character in the cultural and religious history of Assam during the 16th century.
This year, Ayudha Puja transpires on October 23. On this holy day, individuals pay homage and veneration to the objects and instruments that are intrinsic to their vocation and means of subsistence.
The intellect and brain are supposedly under the control of a planet in astrology called Ketu, which also favours this mala.
Considered one of the city’s earliest Durga Puja pandals, this venue, which is almost a century old, is a local favourite.