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Chhath Puja 2026 runs from Friday, November 13 to Monday, November 16 — the great four-day worship of the Sun god and Chhathi Maiya. Complete guide to Nahay Khay, Kharna, the Sandhya Arghya (Nov 15) and Usha Arghya (Nov 16), the 36-hour nirjala fast, and the rituals.
Dev Uthani (Prabodhini) Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, November 20 and Tulsi Vivah on Saturday, November 21 — the day Lord Vishnu awakens, Chaturmas ends, and the wedding season reopens. Complete guide to the significance, the Tulsi Vivah story and vidhi, the vrat, and the returning muhurats.
Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, November 6 — the first day of Diwali, the day to buy gold, silver, and utensils and to worship Dhanvantari, Lakshmi and Kubera. Complete guide to the Pradosh puja muhurat, what to buy and why, the puja vidhi, and the Yama Deepam ritual.
Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8 — the festival of lights and the night of Lakshmi Puja. Complete guide to the Lakshmi Puja muhurat (Pradosh + Vrishabha Lagna), the Amavasya tithi, the puja vidhi, the meaning behind the festival, and the full five-day schedule.
Dussehra 2026 (Vijayadashami) falls on Tuesday, October 20 — the day of good's victory over evil. Complete guide to the Vijaya Muhurat, Ravana Dahan, Shastra and Shami Puja, why it is an abujh muhurat for new beginnings, and the story behind the festival.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 falls on Monday, September 14. Complete guide to the Madhyahna puja muhurat, the Chandra Darshan (moon-sighting) time to avoid, Ganesh Sthapana vidhi, what to offer, the 10-day festival, and the Anant Chaturdashi visarjan on September 25.
Govardhan Puja 2026 falls on Monday, November 9 and Bhai Dooj on Tuesday, November 10 — the last two days of Diwali. Complete guide to the Annakut and Govardhan puja, the Bhai Dooj tilak, their muhurats, the stories behind them, and the puja vidhi.
Hartalika Teej 2026 falls on Monday, September 14 — the Bhadrapada Shukla Tritiya, the strictest of the three Teej fasts, kept nirjala by women for their husband and marital bliss. Complete guide to the date and the Sep 13 confusion, puja muhurat, the Vrat Katha of Parvati, and the puja vidhi.
Karwa Chauth 2026 falls on Thursday, October 29 — the nirjala fast married women keep for their husband's long life, broken only after the moon rises at about 08:41 PM. Complete guide to the puja muhurat, sargi, moonrise time, the Vrat Katha, and the puja vidhi.
Pitru Paksha 2026 runs from Saturday, September 26 to Saturday, October 10 (Sarva Pitru Amavasya). Complete guide to the fortnight for the ancestors — the key shraddh tithi dates, how to perform Shraddh, Tarpan and Pind Daan, what to avoid, and why new beginnings are paused.
Sharad Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, October 11 with Ghatasthapana and runs to Vijayadashami on October 20. Complete guide to the Ghatasthapana muhurat, the nine days and nine Devi forms, the day-wise colours, Maha Ashtami and Navami dates, Sandhi Puja, Kanya Pujan, and the puja vidhi.
Kajari Teej 2026 falls on Monday, August 31 — Bhadrapada Krishna Tritiya, the third Teej of the year, kept by married women for the long life of their husband. Complete guide to its significance, the Vrat Katha, Neemri Mata and moon worship, fasting rules and puja vidhi.
Kamika Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, August 9 — the Shravana Krishna Paksha Ekadashi and the first Ekadashi of Sawan and Chaturmas. Complete guide to its significance, the Vrat Katha, the glory of Tulsi, fasting rules, Vishnu puja vidhi and Parana timing.
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, August 23 — the Shravana Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, observed for the blessing of children and family wellbeing. Complete guide to its significance, the Vrat Katha of King Mahijit, fasting rules, puja vidhi and Parana timing.
Ravi Pradosh Vrat on Sunday, July 26, 2026 — Ashadha Shukla Trayodashi. Pradosh Kaal is 6:48 PM to 9:04 PM. Complete guide to the significance of Sunday Pradosh, puja vidhi, fasting rules, and why Ravi Pradosh is kept for health, longevity and vitality.
Sawan Shivratri 2026 falls on Tuesday, August 11 — Shravana Krishna Chaturdashi, the most important Shivaratri of the holy month of Sawan. Nishita Kaal puja is 12:02 AM to 12:48 AM. Complete guide to the four-prahar puja, jalabhishek, Kanwar Yatra, fasting rules and significance.
Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 falls on Sunday, August 2 — the Shravana-month Sankashti dedicated to the Gajanana (elephant-faced) form of Lord Ganesha. Moonrise, tithi timings, the story behind Gajanana, and the complete fasting and puja vidhi.
Onam 2026 peaks on Thiruvonam, Wednesday, August 26 — the great Malayali harvest festival celebrating the homecoming of King Mahabali. Complete 10-day Atham-to-Thiruvonam schedule, Thiruvonam nakshatra timings, the Vamana–Mahabali legend, and the traditions of Pookalam, Onam Sadya, and Vallamkali.
The first Shravan Somwar 2026 falls on Monday, August 3. The Mondays of Sawan are the most powerful days of the year for Shiva worship and fasting. Complete guide to all four Somwar dates, the vrat vidhi, what to eat, mantras, and the significance.
Kalashtami and Masik Krishna Janmashtami 2026 both fall on Tuesday, July 7 — the Ashadha Krishna Ashtami. Kala Bhairava is worshipped at night and the monthly Krishna Janmashtami fast is kept the same day. Verified tithi timings, the significance of Kala Bhairava, and the complete vrat and puja vidhi.
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 begins on Thursday, July 16 at Puri — the day Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra ride out on their giant chariots to the Gundicha Temple. Complete guide to the date, the three raths, the rituals from Pahandi to Chhera Pahara, the Bahuda return, and how to observe it.
Karka Sankranti 2026 falls on Thursday, July 16 — the day the Sun enters Cancer and Dakshinayana, the southern course of the Sun, begins. Complete guide to its meaning, why Dakshinayana matters for muhurat, the Punya Kaal rituals, and regional observances.
Yogini Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, July 10 — the Ashadha Krishna Paksha Ekadashi, observed for the forgiveness of sins and freedom from suffering. Complete guide to its significance, the Vrat Katha of Hem Mali, fasting rules, puja vidhi and Parana timing.
Krishnapingala Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 falls on Friday, July 3 — the Ashadha-month Sankashti dedicated to the Krishnapingala form of Lord Ganesha. Moonrise, tithi timings, the Vrat Katha of King Mahijit, and the complete fasting and puja vidhi.
Sawan 2026 begins Thursday, July 30 and ends Friday, August 28. Complete guide to all 4 Sawan Somwar vrat dates, Shiva puja vidhi, fasting rules, Hariyali Teej, Nag Panchami, and why the holy month of Shravan is the most auspicious time for Shiva worship.
Chaturmas 2026 begins Saturday July 25 (Devshayani Ekadashi) and ends Friday November 20 (Devutthana Ekadashi). Why weddings stop, which festivals fall during these 118 days, what the rules are, and how to plan around the pause.
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 falls on Friday, September 4 (Smarta) and Saturday, September 5 (Vaishnava/ISKCON). Nishita Kaal puja window is 11:55 PM to 12:42 AM. Complete guide to fasting rules, Chappan Bhog, puja vidhi, and the significance of the midnight birth.
Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on Friday, August 28 — Shravan Purnima. The Rakhi must be tied only after Bhadra ends. Complete guide to the auspicious muhurat windows, Bhadra period, puja vidhi, and the full significance of the festival.
Bonalu 2026 falls on August 10, a public holiday in Telangana. Know the festival dates, significance, bonam offering ritual, puja vidhi, and Goddess Mahakali mantra.
Ashadha month 2026 begins June 30 and ends July 29. The monsoon lunar month of Lord Vishnu — containing Rath Yatra, Guru Purnima, and Devshayani Ekadashi when Chaturmas begins. Complete guide to significance, key dates, and what to observe.
Devshayani Ekadashi 2026 falls on Saturday, July 25 — Ashadha Shukla Ekadashi. The day Vishnu enters yoga nidra and Chaturmas begins. Marriages and auspicious events prohibited for 4 months. Complete guide to significance, fasting rules, and puja vidhi.
Guru Purnima 2026 falls on Wednesday, July 29 — Ashadha Purnima. Dedicated to Sage Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas. Sacred in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions. Complete guide to significance, Vyasa Puja, rituals, and how to honour your guru.
Ram Lakshman Dwadashi 2026 falls on Friday, June 26 — Jyeshtha Shukla Dwadashi. The vrat King Dasharatha observed to be blessed with Lord Rama. Complete guide to significance, the legend, puja vidhi, and fasting rules.
Shani Pradosh Vrat in June 2026 falls on Saturday, June 27 — Jyeshtha Shukla Trayodashi. Pradosh Kaal is 6:54 PM to 9:04 PM. Complete guide to significance, puja vidhi, Saturn remedies, and why Shani Pradosh is especially powerful.
Vat Purnima 2026 falls on Monday, June 29 — Jyeshtha Purnima. Maharashtra and Gujarat women observe the Savitri-Satyavan banyan tree vrat on this full moon day. Complete guide to puja vidhi, tradition, and regional significance.
Aani Uthiram 2026 festival at Chidambaram Nataraja Temple runs June 13–22. Maha Rathotsavam (chariot festival) is June 21 — Summer Solstice. Aani Thirumanjanam Maha Abhishekam at 3 AM and Darisanam at 2 PM on June 22.
Mahesh Navami 2026 falls on Tuesday, June 23 — Jyeshtha Shukla Navami. The annual festival of Lord Shiva observed especially by the Maheshwari community. Complete guide to significance, origin legend, rituals, and puja vidhi.
Shukra Pradosh Vrat June 2026 falls on Friday, June 12. Pradosh Kaal is 7:36 PM to 9:01 PM. Complete guide to Jyeshtha Krishna Trayodashi puja vidhi, significance, fasting rules, and Shiva mantras.
Varalakshmi Vratam 2026 falls on Friday, August 28. Complete guide to the date, puja muhurat timings, Kalasha preparation, rituals, and significance for Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra.
Vat Savitri Amavasya 2026 is on Sunday, June 14. Complete guide to puja vidhi, the Savitri-Satyavan story, banyan tree ritual, fasting rules, and regional differences between Amavasya and Purnima versions.
निर्जला एकादशी 2026 गुरुवार, 25 जून को है। तिथि, पारण समय, व्रत विधि, दान विधि और इस एकादशी के महत्व की सम्पूर्ण जानकारी।
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, June 25. Complete guide to the date, tithi timing, vrat vidhi, parana time, daan vidhi, and why observing this one fast carries the merit of all 24 Ekadashis.
Rahu Kaal today in Navi Mumbai — daily timings, weekly schedule, what to avoid and what is perfectly fine. Updated hourly based on actual sunrise for Navi Mumbai's coordinates.
Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period lasting 90 minutes. Learn what it means, when it occurs each day of the week, and what activities to avoid during this time.
Ekadashi explained simply. What it is, why Hindu families observe it, what you eat and avoid, and why it happens twice a month. For those who grew up knowing it but never knew why.
What is Rahu Kaal? Why do Indian families avoid it? Plain explanation of the daily inauspicious period and how to check it for your city.
