New Year 2026: Learn why the New Year is celebrated on January 1st – the secrets of the Roman god Janus, Julius Caesar, and the Gregorian calendar. Start 2026 meaningfully with positive resolutions, time with loved ones, and service to the needy!
Discover the rich history of New Year’s Eve from ancient Babylon to the iconic Times Square ball drop, plus timeless traditions and spectacular global celebrations welcoming 2026.
Paush Purnima, also known as Shakambhari Purnima, is an auspicious day for holy baths in sacred rivers and charity.
Makar Sankranti 2026 on January 14: Discover date, time, spiritual significance, regional traditions like Uttarayan kite flying & Pongal, puja rituals, and the power of charity donations for eternal merit with Narayan Seva Sansthan.
Paush Putrada Ekadashi 2025 will be observed on Tuesday, 30 December. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this sacred fast is especially powerful for childless couples seeking the blessing of healthy, virtuous progeny and lifelong family happiness through sincere worship, strict vrat, and generous charity, particularly anna daan.
As the celestial wheels turn, ushering in the contemplative period of Kharmas, there’s a unique opportunity for spiritual reflection and mindful living. Kharmas, a term rooted in Hindu astrology, marks a phase when certain traditional practices and ceremonies are approached with a sense of restraint.
Paush Amavasya is known as the “Mokshadayini Amavasya” in Indian culture. Observe it on December 19, 2025, as per Udayatithi. Gain peace and merit through holy bath, ancestor tarpan, Sun arghya, and donating food-clothes. Contribute to Narayan Seva to help the needy.
By observing the Ekadashi fast, a person not only gains worldly comforts but also paves the path to liberation (moksha). One of these Ekadashis is Safala Ekadashi, which is observed on the eleventh day of the waning phase (Krishna Paksha) of the Paush month.
Kharmas 2025: Starting December 16th – Why are auspicious activities stopped? Learn about the mythological story of the Sun God’s donkey, Surya Arghya, charity, and special remedies for self-realization.
Adhik Maas and Kharmas are two distinct periods in the Hindu calendar. Adhik Maas is an extra month for spiritual devotion, while Kharmas is an inauspicious period for celebrations. Both periods offer opportunities for charity and self-reflection, leading to spiritual growth and blessings.
In the fast-paced chaos of modern life, finding solace and spiritual fulfillment has become increasingly vital.
Mokshada Ekadashi is a revered Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Vishnu, celebrated during the Shukla Paksha of the Margashirsha month. The name Mokshada signifies liberation, making this Ekadashi spiritually significant for seeking freedom from worldly attachments and sins.