It refers to the eight days before Holika Dahan, during which planetary energies are believed to be unstable, making it unfavorable for major life decisions or ceremonies.
Braj Holi 2026 begins on January 23 with 40 days of Rangotsav celebrations in Vrindavan, Barsana, Mathura, and Nandgaon, featuring Lathmar Holi, Phoolon Ki Holi, Laddu Holi, and temple rituals.
Ramadan 2026 begins on February 19 in India, and Muslims will observe their first Roza after Sehri. Check city wise Suhoor timings to know when to stop eating before dawn.
The Angaraki Sankashti fast follows Tuesday because that day serves as its traditional starting point.
The spiritual essence of Shab-e-Barat receives emphasis through Muslim scholarly work and established customs.
Lohri 2026 will be celebrated on January 13, marking the end of winter and the start of longer days, as families gather around bonfires to celebrate harvest, hope, and togetherness.
Local sunrise and parana times shift depending on where you are, so check your trusted local Panchang.
For 2025, plan to observe Dev Uthani Ekadashi on Saturday, 1 November 2025, with the Ekadashi tithi continuing into Sunday, 2 November 2025.
The most characteristic Kharna prasad is a jaggery-sweetened rice pudding called gur ki kheer, rasiyao, or simply kheer in local language.
Chhath Puja is a four-day Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Nepal. Devotees perform all rituals themselves, worshipping the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya without any priests.
Karwa Chauth 2025 falls on October 10. Married women observe fast from sunrise to moonrise, performing rituals with essential samagri and following sargi and shubh muhurat.
Eid-e-Milad 2025 will be observed on 5 September in India and 6 September in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
The Rakhi Puja Thali, shining like a superstar on the table. Whether you’re a pro or a total newbie, here’s the lowdown on what actually goes into that thali, and why it matters.
The festival also celebrates the arrival of monsoon, fertility of the land, and blessings for prosperity.
Down South, this festival’s a biggie. Think Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra, though honestly, people all over India are starting to join the hype.
Fishermen basically hit pause during the monsoon, but from this day they are back to the sea. The community gets together, smashes a few coconuts for Lord Varuna (that’s the Sea God), and prays for a good fishing season.
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025 will be observed on August 5. The fast begins on August 4 and ends August 5 with parana on August 6.
Queen Rani Karnavati sending a rakhi to Mughal Emperor Humayun, seeking protection highlighting the bond’s deep cultural influence.
Nag Panchami 2025 will be celebrated on either July 28 or 29, depending on regional beliefs. This year’s festival is special with Saubhagya and Shiva Yogas enhancing its spiritual significance.
