Sprinkle the area with Gangajal, or holy water, to make it more sacred. Bring to the fire the gathered Puja Samagri. Tie the sacred white thread around the effigy after applying roli and akshat to it.

Hindus observe Holika Dahan, marking the victory of good over evil, the night before the Holi festival. This significant ritual includes lighting a bonfire symbolizing Holika's burning and occurs on ...

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Phulera Dooj holds special significance in Krishna temples, especially in Mathura and Vrindavan, where special darshan is arranged. These celebrations depict Lord Krishna’s preparations for Holi ...

Offering puja items: The bonfire is worshipped with holy water (Gangajal), kumkum, flowers, and turmeric, seeking divine blessings. Lighting the fire: The bonfire is lit while chanting sacred ...

Hindu scriptures dictate that Holika Dahan should be performed during Pradosh Kaal, which begins after sunset, while Purnimasi Tithi (full moon) prevails. However, there's a catch: Bhadra, an ...

Observing fasts and performing puja on this day is believed to bring the combined blessings of all nine days of Navratri. Many devotees also organize Kanya Pujan in their homes on this occasion. On ...

Chaitra Navratri 2025: Ghatasthapana, also referred to as Kalash Sthapana or Kalashsthapana, marks the beginning of the nine-day Chaitra Navratri festival. Apurwa Amit Updated : Mar 21, 2025, 02:45 PM ...

Today is Diwali, Kedara Gauri Vrata, Lakshmi Puja, Sharda Pujan, Amavasya. Date: Today is November 01, 2024, Friday. As per the Indian national calendar, today is Ashvina 30, of Sakasamvat 1946 ...

Navratri, a vibrant festival celebrated among the Hindu community worldwide, honours Goddess Durga and all her forms. Devotees, during the nine-day festivities, offer their prayers, chanting her name ...