On Papankusha Ekadashi, traditions of worshipping Lord Vishnu, fasting, chanting His name, listening to religious stories, night vigil, and charity have been followed. This day provides an opportunity to light the lamp of devotion and spirituality within oneself.
In 2026, Shardiya Navratri begins on Sunday, October 11. This year, the belief that Maa Durga arrives riding an elephant is receiving special attention. Devotees worship the Goddess in her Gajvahini form and pray for happiness, peace, and prosperity in their lives.
Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins 11 October with Ghatasthapana and concludes with Dussehra on 20 October. Get the full Ghatasthapana Muhurat, day-wise Durga Puja calendar, colours, and puja vidhi inside.
The last day of Pitru Paksha is known as Sarva Pitru Amavasya. This Amavasya is considered especially significant for remembering all known and unknown ancestors whose Shradh date may not be known or whose Shradh could not be performed on the prescribed tithi for some reason.
Indira Ekadashi, which falls during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashwin month, is one such meritorious tithi. As it occurs during Pitru Paksha, this day is specially associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu along with feelings of reverence and righteous deeds.
Our ancestors laid the foundation of the family through their lives, austerities, values, and good deeds. Pitru Paksha is the sacred opportunity to express reverence and gratitude towards them.
Full moon of Ashwin month, known as Sharad Purnima, Kojagari Purnima, and Raas Purnima, holds a special place because of its religious and spiritual significance. It is associated with Lord Shri Krishna’s divine Raas Leela, worship of Goddess Lakshmi
Bhadrapada Purnima 2026 falls on September 26. Discover its date, puja vidhi, vrat, Satyanarayan worship, Chandra Dev prayers, and the spiritual significance of charity and service.
Parivartini Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada holds special importance. It is also known as Padma Ekadashi, Parshva Ekadashi and Dol Gyaras.
In the year 2026, Shradh Paksha (Pitru Paksha) will begin on 26 September 2026 and end on 10 October 2026 with Sarva Pitru Amavasya. During this sacred period, followers of Sanatan Dharma can perform Shradh, Tarpan and other rituals for their ancestors according to the respective tithi.
Bhadrapada Amavasya holds special spiritual significance in the Hindu Panchang. This sacred day is considered highly auspicious for self-reflection, remembering ancestors, offering Tarpan, taking a holy bath, and performing charity.
Shri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated as the birth festival of Lord Shri Krishna. It is also known as Shri Krishna Janmotsav and Gokulashtami. On this day, special prayers, bhajans, kirtans, and religious ceremonies are organized at Krishna temples across the country, including Mathura, Vrindavan, Gokul, and Dwarka.
