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  • When Is Magha Ghatasthapana 2025? Know Pratipada Tithi, Ghatasthapana Muhurat, Rituals and Significance To Observe the First Day of Magha Gupta Navratri

    When Is Magha Ghatasthapana 2025? Know Pratipada Tithi, Ghatasthapana Muhurat, Rituals and Significance To Observe the First Day of Magha Gupta Navratri

    Magha Gupt Navaratri is an important nine-day celebration that is focused on celebrating the beginning of a new season and is one of the less prominently celebrated Navratri celebrations. Magha Gupta Navratri 2025 will be observed from January 30 and go on till February 7. The Magha Ghatasthapana focuses on the invocation of Goddess Shakti, on the first day of Magha Gupt Navratri. As we prepare to observe Magha Ghatasthapana 2025 on January 30, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Magha Ghatasthapana and its significance. Sharad Navratri 2025 Full Calendar With Dates of Ghatasthapana and Dussehra: Check Schedule of Shardiya Navratri Dedicated to Goddess Durga. 

    When is Magha Ghatasthapana 2025?

    Magha Ghatasthapana is usually done on the first day of Magh Gupt Navratri. Magha Ghatasthapana will be conducted on January 30, as it marks the Magha Pratipada. The Pratipada tithi for Magha Ghatasthapana 2025 begins – 06:05 PM on January 29 and will go on till 04:10 PM on January 30. The Ghatasthapana Puja is conducted during an auspicious time on Pratipada muhurat. The Ghatasthapana Muhurat for Magha Ghatasthapana 2025 will be from 09:41 AM to 10:59 AM on January 30. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Magha Ghatasthapana Rituals and Significance

    Magha Ghatasthapana is the process followed for the invocation of Goddess Shakti during the celebration of Magh Ghatasthapana. There are four Navaratris that are observances that mark the beginning of each new season. However, there are two main Navaratri celebrations that are more grand and significant – Sharad Navaratri and Chaitra Navratri. Magha Navaratri is one of the more silent Navratri celebrations that is marked in the month of Magha. Ghatasthapana is one of the significant rituals during Navratri. It marks the beginning of the nine days of Durga Puja.

    The Magha Ghatasthapana observance is sure to be marked by reading special scriptures, making delicious delicacies for Goddess Shakti and is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm. Ghatasthapana is also known as Kalash Sthapana or Kalash Sthapana. We hope that the beginning of Magha Gupta Navratri brings with it the happiness and love that you and your family deserves.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 12, 2025 07:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date in India: When Is Rakhi Purnima? Know Tithi, Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Significance To Celebrate the Bond Between Siblings

    Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date in India: When Is Rakhi Purnima? Know Tithi, Shubh Muhurat, Rituals and Significance To Celebrate the Bond Between Siblings

    Widely celebrated across North India and several South Indian states, Raksha Bandhan is recognised as a public holiday in many regions. Raksha Bandhan is a deeply personal and eagerly awaited festival celebrated with enthusiasm by siblings across India. The term “Raksha Bandhan” literally translates to “a bond of protection,” and the festival honours this symbolic relationship between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a rakhi—a sacred thread—on their brother’s wrists, wishing them a long and prosperous life, while brothers, in turn, promise to protect and support their sisters for life. Below, find the Raksha Bandhan 2025 date, Rakhi Purnima tithi, shubh muhurat, rituals and significance to celebrate the sibling bond. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know the Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat

    Raksha Bandhan, the cherished festival celebrating the bond between siblings, will be observed on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The festival will commence with the Purnima Tithi (full moon day) starting at 2:12 PM on Friday, August 8, and concluding at 1:24 PM on Saturday, August 9. The traditional Raksha Bandhan ceremony is best performed between 6:18 AM and 1:24 PM on August 9.

    Raksha Bandhan Rituals and Significance

    The ideal time to perform the Rakhi tying ceremony is during the Aparahna period, which is the late afternoon as per the Hindu division of the day. If this time is not feasible, the Pradosh time is also considered appropriate for performing the Raksha Bandhan rituals. It is important to avoid performing any rituals during Bhadra, which is considered an inauspicious time for any auspicious activities. Many Hindu scriptures, including the Vratraj, emphasise refraining from tying the Rakhi during Bhadra. Purnima 2025 Calendar: Know Full Moon Dates, Poornima Significance and Fasting Rituals for the Auspicious Observance. 

    It’s essential to note that Bhadra occurs during the first half of the Purnima Tithi. Therefore, it is advised to wait until Bhadra ends before beginning any celebratory or ritualistic activities. In North India, there is a tradition of tying Rakhi in the morning, but this may not always align with the most auspicious time. It is believed that this might stem from a lack of awareness. With easily accessible information, it is better to avoid tying Rakhi during Bhadra to ensure the ritual is performed at the most favourable time.

    The ceremony goes beyond the tying of the rakhi; it’s a time for families to unite and share moments of joy. Brothers typically offer gifts ranging from traditional items like sweets, jewellery, or clothing to more personalised presents. These thoughtful gestures serve as expressions of love and appreciation between siblings.

    Raksha Bandhan is not just a religious observance but also a time for families to gather and celebrate, often with feasts, gifts, and plenty of sweets. It is a festival that brings people together, reinforcing the importance of family bonds and the loving protection siblings offer one another.

    (Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 11, 2025 03:10 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • When Is Shakambhari Purnima 2025? Know Date, Purnima Tithi, Auspicious Timings, Shubh Muhurat of Paush Purnima Upavasa, Puja Rituals and Significance of the Sacred Day

    When Is Shakambhari Purnima 2025? Know Date, Purnima Tithi, Auspicious Timings, Shubh Muhurat of Paush Purnima Upavasa, Puja Rituals and Significance of the Sacred Day

    Shakambhari Purnima, also popularly known as Shakambhari Jayanti, is an auspicious Hindu occasion dedicated to Goddess Shakambhari. Shakambhari Purnima is observed in the month of Pausha, which usually corresponds with January in the Gregorian calendar. Shakambhari is a Hindu goddess of nourishment, a form of Mahadevi, who manifested on Earth to save the world from a drought and by killing the asura named Durgamasura, and restoring the sacred Vedas seized by him, back to the Brahmins. Shakambari Purnima is the last day in the eight-day long holiday of Shakambari Navaratri. Shakambhari Purnima 2025 will be celebrated on Monday, January 13. The Purnima Tithi will begin at 05:03 AM on January 13 and end at 03:56 AM on January 14.

    Most Navratri begins on Shukla Pratipada except for Shakambhari Navratri which begins on Ashtami and ends on Purnima in Paush month. Hence, Shakambhari Navratri spans for eight days. The occasion is celebrated with great fervour, especially in Rajasthan, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and other regions where Shakambhari Devi is highly venerated. In this article, let’s know more about Shakambhari Purnima 2025 Date, shubh muhurat, timings, puja rituals and the significance of the auspicious day. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    Shakambhari Purnima 2025 Date and Purnima Tithi

    Shakambhari Purnima 2025 falls on Monday, January 13, 2025. The Purnima Tithi will begin at 05:03 AM on January 13 and end at 03:56 AM on January 14.

    Shakambhari Purnima Puja Rituals

    • On the day of Shakambhari Purnima, devotees perform Puja for Goddess Shakambhari both at the houses and at temples.

    • Devotees should wake up early in the morning, take a bath, and offer special prayers.

    • A murti of the goddess is venerated with the Aarti ceremony, with diyas lighted and flowers and sweets ritually offered to the deity.

    • Scriptures such as the Durga Chalisa might be recited by the devotees

    • Devotees also observe a fast and seek blessings of the Goddess and sing bhajans and kirtans praising the goddess.

    Shakambhari Purnima Significance

    Goddess Shakambhari is incarnation of Devi Bhagwati. As per religious beliefs, it is believed that Devi Bhagwati incarnated as Shakambhari to mitigate famine and severe food crisis on the Earth. She is also known as Goddess of vegetables, fruits and green leaves and depicted with green surroundings of fruits and vegetables. The Shakambhari Devi Temple of the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh venerates the Goddess on this occasion.

    According to the Devi Bhagavata Purana, Goddess Shakambhari answered the plea of the Brahmins by producing vegetative products from her own form to feed all the creatures of the Earth. She is described to watch over human beings to ensure that they are not short of food and water, as well as punishing those who commit sins and evil.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 11, 2025 01:37 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 Date: Know Parana Time To Break Fast, Ekadashi Vrat Tithi, Significance and Rituals To Mark the Auspicious Day

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 Date: Know Parana Time To Break Fast, Ekadashi Vrat Tithi, Significance and Rituals To Mark the Auspicious Day

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025 is on January 10. This commemoration is an important Ekadashi festival that is marked by the people across Tamil Nadu. Also known as Mukkoti Ekadashi, this observance is an important celebration for Vishnu Devotees and it is believed that the Vaikunta Dwaram or the gate of Lord’s inner sanctum is opened on this day. The observance is believed to be extremely auspicious and people believe that observing the Ekadashi Vrat on this day will help people to get the direct blessings of the almighty from the gates above. As we celebrate Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Vaikuntha Ekadashi and its significance. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025 Date, Parana Time, Ekadashi Tithi

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025 is on January 10. This annual commemoration is marked on the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi in the Tamil month of Margazhi. Vaikuntha Ekadashi is observed according to the Solar Calendar and because of that it might fall either in Margashirsha or in Paush month in Hindu Lunar calendar. The Ekadashi tithi for Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025 will begin at 12:22 PM on January 09, 2025 and will go on till 10:19 AM on January 10, 2025. People who observe this important fast will break the Vaiuntha Ekadashi Vrat at Parana time on January 11, from 07:14 AM to 08:21 AM. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year.

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat Significance and Rituals

    Ekadashi fasts are one of the most significant observances for devotees of Lord Vishnu. While there are 24 Ekadashi observances, Vaikuntha Ekadashi signifies the one where all the deities are believed to open the gates of heaven and is therefore one of the most prominent celebrations of the year. People observe one of the most stringent fasts on ekadashi tithi where they abstain from eating anything or even drinking water. It is believed that observing this Ekadashi fast can help people to attain moksha by appeasing Lord Vishnu.

    We hope that the observance of Vaikuntha Ekadashi brings with it all the love, light and happiness to you and your family. Those who cannot observe the stringent fast often go for a simpler fast, where they can eat fruits and have water. It is interesting to note that 2025 will have two Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat observances. One on January 10 and the other on December 31. 2025. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 10, 2025 06:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 Date and Parana Time: Know Ekadashi Tithi, Vrat Rituals and Significance of the Auspicious Day Dedicated to Lord Vishnu

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 Date and Parana Time: Know Ekadashi Tithi, Vrat Rituals and Significance of the Auspicious Day Dedicated to Lord Vishnu

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat 2025 is celebrated on January 10. This annual celebration will be marked with great enthusiasm and fervour by devotees of Lord Vishnu. The celebration is considered to be one of the more important Ekadashi observances and is celebrated by observing the stringent Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat by devotees across the country. As the name suggests, Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is celebrated to seek for the blessing of a child or thank them for the book you have received. As we celebrate Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat and more. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 Date, Parana Time and Ekadashi Tithi

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 is on January 10. This annual commemoration is marked on the Ekadashi tithi in the month of Pausha. The Ekadashi Tithi for Pausha Putrada Ekadashi will begin at 12:22 PM on January 09 and go on till 10:19 AM on January 10. Since the sunrise on Ekadashi Tithi occurs on January 10, this will be marked as the day of Ekadashi. The day-long Ekadashi tithi will be observed throughout the day and the Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat will be broken on Parana time the following day. The Parana Time to break Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat is 07:14 AM to 08:21 AM on January 11, 2025. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat Rituals and Significance

    This day is also known as Pausha Putrada Ekadashi, to differentiate it from the other Putrada Ekadashi in Shravana (July–August), which is also called Shravana Putrada Ekadashi. The main goal of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is to allow couples who seek a child to fast and appease Lord Vishnu for this blessing. The celebration of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is believed to help couples seeking a child to inch closer to this dream. In general, Ekadashi fasts are observed to appease Lord Vishnu and it is believed that those who observe these stringent fasts can seek moksha.

    It is interesting to note that Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is also marked as Vaikunta Ekadashi in Tamil Nadu. It is said that the gates of heaven are opened on this day and the deities bless those observing this stringent fast with all that they deserve. Here is wishing everyone a Happy Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025!

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 10, 2025 06:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • When Is Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025? Know Vrat Date, Parana Time, Ekadashi Tithi, Puja Vidhi and Significance To Observe the Holy Fast Dedicated to Lord Vishnu

    When Is Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025? Know Vrat Date, Parana Time, Ekadashi Tithi, Puja Vidhi and Significance To Observe the Holy Fast Dedicated to Lord Vishnu

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi is an auspicious Hindu occasion dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. The day is celebrated with great devotion, especially by Vaishnavas, who consider Vaikuntha Ekadashi as a special Ekadashi. Vaikuntha Ekadashi coincides with Mokshada Ekadashi or Putrada Ekadashi. It is observed on the 11th lunar day of the waxing lunar fortnight of the solar month of Dhanu. Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, January 10. On January 11, the Parana Time will be from 07:14 AM to 08:21 AM. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    The Dwadashi End Moment on Parana Day will be at 08:21 AM. The Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 12:22 AM on January 9 and end at 10:19 AM on January 10. In this article, let’s know more about Vaikuntha Ekadashi Vrat 2025 date, shubh muhurat, puja rituals and the significance of the auspicious day. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 Date

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, January 10.

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025, Parana Time and Tithi

    • The Dwadashi End Moment on Parana Day will be at 08:21 am.

    • On January 11, the Parana Time will be from 07:14 am to 08:21 am.

    • The Ekadashi Tithi will begin at 12:22 am on January 9, 2025 and end at 10:19 am on January 10, 2025.

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Puja Vidhi and Rituals

    • Vaikuntha Ekadashi fasting is an important aspect where devotees of Lord Vishnu wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear clean clothes.

    • People fast the whole day and keep vigil and seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Special prayers are offered to the Lord. Devotees also engage in Japa and Dhyan, i.e. meditation.

    • On ‘Dashami’, the previous day of the observance, devotees who take up Vaikuntha Ekadashi fasting are to take only lunch.

    • On Ekadashi day, devotees have to maintain a complete fast and engage in prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On this day, devotees keep vigil the whole night and visit the temple of Vishnu, mostly in the wee hours of the morning.

    • Devotees break the fast at the Parana time and seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu for a prosperous and happy life.

    • In Vishnu temples, Vaikuntha Ekadashi is part and parcel of Dhanurmasam (Margaḻi) vratam and its puja.

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi Significance

    Vaikuntha Ekadashi holds great significance for Hindus, especially the devotees of Lord Vishnu. The Vishnu Purana states that fasting on Vaikuntha Ekadashi is equivalent to fasting on the remaining 23 Ekadashis of the Hindu calendar year. However, according to Vaishnava tradition, fasting is mandatory on all Ekadashis of both Shukla paksha and Krishna paksha and is considered sacred as Ekadashis are dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. Vaikuntha Ekadashi is also known as Mukkoti Ekadashi. It is believed that Vaikuntha Dwaram or the gate of Lord’s inner sanctum is opened on this day and devotees who observe fast on Vaikuntha Ekadashi attain salvation by going to Heaven.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 09, 2025 12:12 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • When Is Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025? Know Date, Parana Time, Ekadashi Tithi, Puja Rituals and Significance To Worship Lord Vishnu

    When Is Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025? Know Date, Parana Time, Ekadashi Tithi, Puja Rituals and Significance To Worship Lord Vishnu

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is an auspicious occasion dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. The Pausha Putrada Ekadashi day falls on the 11th lunar day, also known as Ekadashi, of the fortnight of the waxing moon in the Hindu month of Pausha, which corresponds to the month of December or January in the Gregorian calendar. Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, January 10, 2025. The Parana time is on the next day, i.e. on January 11 from 07:14 AM to 08:21 AM. This Pausha Putrada Ekadashi is more popular in North India, while other states give more importance to the Shravana one. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    On Parana Day, the Dwadashi End Moment is at 08:21 AM. According to Drikpanchang, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 12:22 PM on January 09 and end at 10:19 AM on Jan 10. This day is known as Pausha Putrada Ekadashi, to differentiate it from the other Putrada Ekadashi in Shravana, also called Shravana Putrada Ekadashi, which falls in July–August month. Scroll down to know more about Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 date, puja rituals, shubh muhurat and the significance of the sacred day. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 Date

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 falls on Friday, January 10, 2025.

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2025 Tithi and Parana Time

    • According to Drikpanchang, the Ekadashi Tithi begins at 12:22 PM on January 09 and end at 10:19 AM on Jan 10.

    • The Parana time is on January 11 from 07:14 AM to 08:21 AM.

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Puja Rituals

    • Married couples who long for a son fast and pray to Lord Vishnu on the day of Putrada Ekadashi.

    • Devotees wake up early in the morning, take a bath and wear clean clothes. They place a picture or statue of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi on the altar.

    • Devotees offer fruits, flowers, sweets, and tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu and pray for children’s, prosperity, and well-being.

    • On this day, devotees recite the Vishnu Sahasranama, a hymn with a thousand names of Vishnu.

    • Couples also worship the deity for well-being for their children.

    • Devotees may observe a fast without water (nirjala fast) or eat fruits and water (phalahar). Grains, beans, cereals, and certain vegetables and spices are avoided on this day.

    • On this day, devotees should visit a nearby Vishnu temple. They should break their fast after sunrise on the day following the Ekadashi fast.

    Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Significance

    The Bhavishya Purana reveals the tale of Putrada Ekadashi as told by the god Krishna to the king Yudhishthira. On the day of Pausha Putrada Ekadashi vrat, married couples observe a fast and worship Lord Vishnu for a son. A son is considered entirely important in Hindu society as he takes care of the parents in their old age in life and by offering shradh ensures wellbeing of his parents in the afterlife.

    Putrada Ekadashi day is especially observed by Vaishnavas, followers of Lord Vishnu. While each Ekadashi is prescribed for certain goals, the goal of having sons is so great that two Putrada (giver of sons) Ekadashis are devoted to it. 

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 09, 2025 11:57 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Masik Durgashtami 2025 Date in January: Know Ashtami Tithi, Puja Rituals and Significance of the Day To Worship Goddess Durga

    Masik Durgashtami 2025 Date in January: Know Ashtami Tithi, Puja Rituals and Significance of the Day To Worship Goddess Durga

    Masik Durgashtami is an auspicious day for the Hindu community and holds great significance as the day is dedicated to worship Goddess Durga. Durgashtami occurs every month on Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha, when Moon is visible. As per religious beliefs, the eighth day is dedicated to Goddess Durga or Shakti. This day is believed to be an auspicious day to worship Goddess Durga for overcoming obstacles, for strength, and spiritual upliftment. In January 2025, the Masik Durgashtami falls on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Masik Durgashtami 2025 Calendar: Know Durga Ashtami Fasting Dates, Auspicious Tithi and Important Rituals Dedicated to Worshipping Goddess Durga. 

    On this sacred day, devotees worship Goddess Durga by observing a fast and seeking her blessings. In this article, let’s know more about Masik Durgashtami date in January 2025 and the significance of this annual event dedicated to Goddess Durga. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India. 

    Masik Durgashtami 2025 Date in January and Ashtami Tithi

    Masik Durgashtami in January 2025 falls on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The Pausha Shukla Ashtami tithi begins at 06:23 PM on January 6 and ends at 04:26 AM, January 7.

    Masik Durgashtami Puja Rituals

    • Devotees should wake up early in the morning, take a holy bath and wear clean clothes

    • Take a wooden plank, place an idol of Goddess Durga, light a ghee diya and offer red colour flowers to the Goddess

    • On the day of Masik Durgashtami, devotees observe a fast. They offer prayers by chanting Mantras and reciting Durga Chalisa.

    • Many devotees consume only fruits, milk, and light sattvic food.

    • In this fast, devotees should offer homemade prasad such as Halwa Kheer Poori and Chana.

    • Recite mantras dedicated to Goddess Durga and chant Durga Mata Aarti.

    • After completing all the puja rituals, devotees break their fast and distribute the prasad.

    Masik Durgashtami Significance

    Masik Durgashtami holds great significance for devotees of Goddess Durga. As per religious beliefs, it is said that devotees who observe a fast on this day and blessed with good luck and prosperity. Devotees seek protection from evil and invoke power, wisdom, and courage in their lives.  It is believed that by observing the fast on the day of Masik Durgashtami, devotees overcome fears, and achieve prosperity.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 07, 2025 06:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date: Know Saptami Tithi, History and Significance About the Prakash Parv Celebrations on the Birth Anniversary of the Tenth Sikh Guru

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date: Know Saptami Tithi, History and Significance About the Prakash Parv Celebrations on the Birth Anniversary of the Tenth Sikh Guru

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is an important day for the Sikh community in India and across the world. The day marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru of Sikhism. In 2025, it is going to be the 359th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh. As per Hindu Calendar, Guru Gobind Singh ji was born on Saptami Tithi of Shukla Paksha 1723 Samvat in the month of Pausha. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 falls on Monday, January 6. The Saptami Tithi begins at 08:15 PM on January 5 and will end at 06:23 PM on January 6.  In this article, let’s know more about Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 date, history and the significance of this day dedicated to the tenth Sikh Guru.

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date and Saptami Tithi

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti in India falls on Monday, January 6, 2025. The Saptami Tithi begins at 08:15 PM on January 5, 2025 and will end at 06:23 PM on January 6, 2025.

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti History

    Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru out of total 10 Sikh Gurus, was born in Patna, Bihar on December 22, 1666 according to Julian calendar. Julian calendar was replaced by Gregorian calendar. As per the Gregorian calendar, Guru Gobind was born on January 1, 1667. Guru Gobind Singh is credited with the Dasam Granth whose hymns are a sacred part of Sikh prayers and Khalsa rituals. He is credited as the one who finalised and enshrined the Guru Granth Sahib as Sikhism’s primary holy religious scripture and the eternal Guru. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Significance

    Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti holds great significance for the Sikh community worldwide. Guru Gobind Singh was a warrior, poet, and philosopher. In 1675, at the age of nine, he was formally named as the leader of the Sikhs after his father Guru Tegh Bahadur was executed by Emperor Aurangzeb. Guru Gobind Singh’s father was the ninth Sikh Guru. Among Guru Gobind Singh’s notable contributions to Sikhism are founding the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699 and introducing the Five Ks, the five articles of faith that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 06, 2025 06:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Vinayaka Chaturthi 2025 Date in January: Know Tithi Timings, Significance and Rituals To Celebrate the Day Dedicated to Lord Ganesha

    Vinayaka Chaturthi 2025 Date in January: Know Tithi Timings, Significance and Rituals To Celebrate the Day Dedicated to Lord Ganesha

    Vinayaka Chaturthi, also popularly known as Ganesh Chaturthi, is an important Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha, who is also known as Vinayak. Lord Ganesha is believed to be the remover of obstacles and the God of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. The occasion is celebrated with great devotion, especially in states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. Each lunar month in the Hindu calendar has two Chaturthi Tithis. Indian New Year 2025 Calendar Dates: Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Puthandu, Nowruz and Other Important Dates, Guide to Hindu and Other State-Wise Regional Festivals and New Year’s Days. 

    As per Hindu beliefs, Chaturthi Tithis belongs to Lord Ganesha. The Chaturthi after Amavasya or new moon during Shukla Paksha is known as Vinayaka Chaturthi and the one after Purnimasi or full moon during Krishna Paksha is known as Sankashti Chaturthi. In January 2025, Vinayaka Chaturthi falls on Friday, January 3, i.e. in the month of Pausha in the Hindu calendar. The Vinayaka Chaturthi tithi will begin at 01:08 AM on January 3 and will end at 23:39 PM on the same day. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year. 

    Vinayaka Chaturthi Date 2025 Date in January and Tithi Timings

    • Vinayaka Chaturthi in January 2025 falls on Friday, January 3.

    • The Vinayaka Chaturthi tithi will begin at 01:08 AM on January 3 and will end at 23:39 PM on the same day.

    Vinayaka Chaturthi Significance and Rituals

    Vinayaka Chaturthi, also known as Varad Vinayaka Chaturthi, celebrates the birthday of Hindu deity Ganesh. Varad means ‘asking God to fulfill any desire’. It is said that devotees who observe this fast are blessed with happiness, prosperity and good fortune by the grace of Lord Ganesha. The festival celebrates Ganesha as the god of new beginnings, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and intelligence.

    Ganesha Puja on Vinayaka Chaturthi is done during the afternoon which is midday according to the Hindu calendar. The occasion is celebrated especially in the states such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Goa. The observance of Vinayaka Chaturthi includes chanting of Vedic hymns and Hindu texts, such as prayers and also by observing a fast.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 03, 2025 05:35 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).