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Sacred Festivals & Occasions

The meaning, dates and observances of Janmashtami, Ekadashi, Rath Yatra, Diwali and every major festival of the Vaishnava calendar.

Gita Jayanti: Celebrating the Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita

Gita Jayanti: Celebrating the Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita

The day Krishna spoke the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra — and why that conversation still matters today.

19 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Jagannatha Rath Yatra: The Festival of Chariots

Jagannatha Rath Yatra: The Festival of Chariots

Why Rath Yatra is unlike any other festival — the day the Lord leaves the temple and comes out into the street to meet everyone.

19 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Radhashtami: The Appearance of Srimati Radharani

Radhashtami: The Appearance of Srimati Radharani

A quieter, more contemplative festival — the appearance day of Radharani and what Her selfless devotion teaches us about seva.

19 Jul 2026 · 2 min read

Janmashtami: Celebrating the Divine Appearance of Lord Krishna

Janmashtami: Celebrating the Divine Appearance of Lord Krishna

Why the temple keeps vigil until midnight every Janmashtami, and what the appearance of Lord Krishna means beyond ceremony.

19 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Parama Ekadashi 2026 – Date, Timings, Significance & Vrat Katha

Parama Ekadashi 2026 – Date, Timings, Significance & Vrat Katha

Parama Ekadashi 2026 falls on 11 June. Know the vrat date, Parana time, significance, vrat katha, and spiritual benefits of this sacred Ekadashi.

25 May 2026 · 6 min read

Yogini Ekadashi: Vrat Katha, Puja Vidhi & Significance

Yogini Ekadashi: Vrat Katha, Puja Vidhi & Significance

Know Yogini Ekadashi vrat katha, puja vidhi, and the spiritual significance of this sacred Ekadashi vrat.

16 May 2026 · 3 min read

Why is Akshaya Tritiya Celebrated? Story, Reasons & Religious Beliefs

Why is Akshaya Tritiya Celebrated? Story, Reasons & Religious Beliefs

Learn why Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated with its story, key reasons, and religious beliefs. Discover the spiritual meaning and traditions behind this sacred day.

10 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

How to Celebrate Hanuman Jayanti at Home with Puja Steps

How to Celebrate Hanuman Jayanti at Home with Puja Steps

Learn how to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti at home with simple puja steps, rituals, vrat rules, and easy ways to get blessings of Lord Hanuman.

27 Mar 2026 · 7 min read

What to Donate on Akshaya Tritiya: 10 Daan Items to Know

What to Donate on Akshaya Tritiya: 10 Daan Items to Know

Learn what to donate on Akshaya Tritiya with this simple guide. Discover 10 important daan items like food, clothes, and essentials that you can consider for meaningful giving.

25 Mar 2026 · 3 min read

Why Celebrate Ram Navami? Meaning, Story & Significance

Why Celebrate Ram Navami? Meaning, Story & Significance

Why celebrate Ram Navami? Learn its meaning, story, and spiritual significance, marking the birth of Lord Rama in Hindu tradition.

23 Mar 2026 · 7 min read

What to Buy on Akshaya Tritiya

What to Buy on Akshaya Tritiya

Discover what to buy on Akshaya Tritiya, auspicious items for prosperity, what not to buy, and meaningful purchases that bring good luck.

16 Mar 2026 · 6 min read

What to Do on Hanuman Jayanti

What to Do on Hanuman Jayanti

Wondering what to do on Hanuman Jayanti? Explore simple devotional practices, Hanuman Jayanti rituals, and puja vidhi to receive Lord Hanuman’s blessings.

12 Mar 2026 · 8 min read