Maha Navami: Meaning, Puja, Kanya Puja and Regional Traditions
A clear guide to Maha Navami, its Navratri tithi, puja customs, Kanya Puja, regional traditions and how to check the local calendar.
॥ असतो मा सद्गमय ॥
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Learn when Mohini Ekadashi falls, the Dhrishtabuddhi katha, Vishnu worship, fasting options and how to check local Parana.
Navratri Nine Colours: Day-Wise Custom, Meaning and How to Choose
Understand the Navratri nine-colour custom, why annual lists differ, popular colour symbolism and how to follow your local tradition.
Papmochini Ekadashi: Date, Medhavi Katha, Vrat and Parana
Learn Papmochini Ekadashi's lunar date, Medhavi and Manjughosha katha, regional month names, observance and local Parana.
Puthandu: Tamil New Year Date, Meaning and Home Traditions
A practical guide to Puthandu, the Tamil New Year: Chithirai date, solar calendar, family customs, food and celebrations worldwide.
Putrada Ekadashi: Date, Two Kathas, Vrat and Meaning
Learn when Putrada Ekadashi falls, why there are Pausha and Shravana observances, and how to follow the vrat with care and context.
Rama Ekadashi: Date, Muchukunda Katha and Parana Guide
Rama Ekadashi's Kartika Krishna (Purnimanta) / Ashwin Krishna (Amanta) date, Muchukunda katha, local Parana and respectful vrat guidance.
Ravi Pradosh Vrat Katha: Sunday Story, Puja and Timing
Read the Ravi Pradosh story and learn how Sunday Trayodashi, local Pradosh Kaal, Shiva puja and voluntary fasting fit together.
Sapta Dhanya for Navratri: Seven Grains, Meaning and Use
Learn what Sapta Dhanya means in Navratri worship, which seven grains are commonly listed, how families use them at Ghatasthapana, and why customs vary.
Sita Navami (Janaki Navami): Date, Meaning and Puja
Understand Sita Navami, the Vaishakha Shukla Navami observance, Sita’s story and symbolism, regional customs, and a thoughtful way to celebrate at home.
Soma Pradosha Vrat Katha: Story, Puja and Timing
Read the Soma Pradosha Vrat Katha, understand why Monday Trayodashi is called Soma Pradosh, and learn a safe, location-aware way to observe the Shiva vrata.
Aries Ascendant Traits
Understand Aries rising through Mars as chart ruler, its whole-sign house sequence and practical strengths without reducing a person to stereotypes.
Taurus Ascendant Traits
Understand Taurus rising through Venus as chart ruler, the whole-sign house sequence and balanced traits without turning a sign into a stereotype.
Utpanna Ekadashi: Katha, Date, Meaning and Vrat Guide
Understand Utpanna Ekadashi, its place in the Ekadashi calendar, the story of Goddess Ekadashi and Murasura, and a safe guide to the vrat and Parana.
Uttarayan: Meaning, Makara Sankranti and Kite Festival
Learn the meaning of Uttarayan, how its Hindu calendar use relates to Makara Sankranti, why Gujarat celebrates with kites, and how the astronomical term differs.
Varuthini Ekadashi: Meaning, Katha, Fasting and Parana
Learn the meaning and calendar names of Varuthini Ekadashi, the Mandhata tradition, regional observances and a safe guide to fasting and Dwadashi Parana.
Vishu Kani: Meaning, Arrangement and Kerala Traditions
Discover the meaning of Vishu Kani, the traditional items arranged for the first morning sight, Kerala’s Vishu customs and how families observe it at home or abroad.
Agnicayana in Somayaga: Vedic Fire Altar Ritual Explained
Explore Agnicayana as a specialist Vedic Shrauta rite, its fire-altar construction, chanting and priestly roles, and how Kerala Atiratra relates to Somayaga.