Navratri 2017, Day 4—Pray to Maa Kushmanda for good health
The auspicious nine-day festival of Navratri is in full swing and celebrations can be seen across the globe. Not just in our country, but Devi devotees worship the goddess and immerse in the festive
Sep 23, 2017, 17:08 PM IST
Know why eating onion and garlic is a big no-no during Navratri?
Each and every devotee who celebrates the festival of Navratri will never eat or even touch onion or garlic during the nine-day-long celebrations.
Sep 23, 2017, 14:26 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Day 3 - Worship Maa Chandraghanta for courage and strength
The Goddess wears the crescent on her head which resembles a moon and hence her name is Chandraghanta.
Sep 22, 2017, 16:28 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Day 2 - Worship Maa Brahmacharini for virtue and peace
She is depicted holding a Japa Mala in the right hand and a Kamandala in the left hand.
Sep 22, 2017, 08:12 AM IST
Navratri 2017 day 1: Worship Maa Shailputri today
The nine day festival of Navratri is dedicated to goddess Durga- the epitome of justice and destroyer of evil. Each day in Navratri, the different nine forms of Maa Durga are worshipped.
Sep 21, 2017, 09:28 AM IST
Mahalaya 2017: Significance, Tithi and Timings
Mahalaya marks the beginning of Navaratri and happens to fall on September 19 this year. It is widely believed that on this day, Ma Durga was created by gods to defeat the evil Mahishasura as well
Sep 19, 2017, 10:23 AM IST
Vishwakarma day 2017: Significance and Puja timings
The day to worship the architect of the universe is here and the entire nation is busy in celebrations, puja and feelings of reverence for the almighty. Vishwakarma Day, also known as Vishwakarma
Sep 16, 2017, 13:00 PM IST
Indira Ekadashi fast 2017: Puja timings, Vidhi and significance
Indira Ekadashi this year is observed on September 16, 2017. On this day, people who keep fast perform the Shraadh rites of their family member who has left this world for the heavenly abode. Lord
Sep 16, 2017, 12:30 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Top 5 life lessons women can learn from Maa Durga!
Durga Durga!
Sep 15, 2017, 14:29 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Here's how women can style it up this Durga Puja
Get ready girls! It is that time of the year when Goddess Durga comes down on earth and the festive fervour takes the entire nation in its grip.
Sep 13, 2017, 13:28 PM IST
Navratri, Durga Puja 2017: TOP 10 SMS, WhatsApp messages for your loved ones!
The auspicious festival of Navratri and Durga Puja is around the corner and we can’t wait but get completely soaked in the spirit of its vibrancy.
Sep 12, 2017, 13:08 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Day 1 - Ghatasthapana Puja timings, Tithi and Vidhi
The Navratri puja and celebrations begin with Ghatasthapana, also known as Kalash Sthapana. Ghatasthapana is a ritual that symbolises feminine power.
Sep 12, 2017, 13:00 PM IST
Sharad Navratri—Significance of the festivity
The auspicious festival of Sharad Navratri is on its way and so the preparations to seek the blessings of Goddess Shakti are in full spirit.
Sep 12, 2017, 12:48 PM IST
Pitru Paksha 2017: Rituals and things to do
During Pitru Paksha, prayers are offered by people in memory of their ancestors.
Sep 11, 2017, 14:32 PM IST
Navratri 2017: Feel blissful by singing enchanting Durga Aarti
Sing this beautiful Aarti and feel blissful this Navratri.
Sep 11, 2017, 12:17 PM IST
Navratri 2017: 51 Shakipeethas - Origin and existence
Spread throughout India, Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka, the Shaktipeethas are places of worship dedicated to the radiant Goddess Shakti (Durga).
Sep 08, 2017, 18:30 PM IST
Navratri 2017: The nine forms of Goddess Durga
The luminous ten-armed goddess who is known as the destroyer of evil and the mother of all beings, Goddess Durga is worshiped extensively during the nine days of Navratri which celebrate her birth.
Sep 08, 2017, 17:46 PM IST
Mahabharata’s Karna is associated with Pitru Paksha ritual– Here’s why
This year the period of Shraadha period commenced on September 5 and will last until 19th of this month.
Sep 08, 2017, 10:35 AM IST
Pitru Paksha 2017: Pind Daan in Gaya – Things you need to know
This year, the Pitru Paksha commenced on September 5 and shall culminate with Mahalaya Amavaysa on September 19.
Sep 08, 2017, 09:46 AM IST
Ananta Chaturdashi 2017: Tithi, Timings and significance
Ananta Chaturdashi signifies the fourteenth day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada.
Sep 05, 2017, 08:00 AM IST
