Pisacha Mochini Chaturdashi (also known as Pishach Mochan Chaturdashi) is a highly specific and significant day in the Hindu calendar dedicated to the liberation of restless ancestral spirits. It falls on the Chaturdashi (14th day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) in the Hindu month of Margashirsha (typically November–December). While regular ancestral rites (Shraddh) […]

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Ratanti Kalika Puja is a highly revered, though somewhat regional, observance dedicated to Goddess Kali. Unlike the grand Kali Puja during Diwali (which falls on a new moon or Amavasya), Ratanti Kali Puja is uniquely observed on the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi (the 14th day of the waning moon) in the Hindu month of Magha in […]

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Dipanwita Kali Puja (often simply known as Kali Puja or Shyama Puja) is a major Hindu festival dedicated to the Goddess Kali, primarily celebrated in the eastern Indian states of West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Tripura, and parts of Bihar. It is celebrated on the exact same night as Diwali (Deepavali) in other parts of India, […]

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Krichchha Atikrichha Vrata (also spelled Kṛcchrātikṛcchra) is an ancient and extremely severe Hindu vow of penance (Prayaschitta). Described in foundational Dharmashastras like the Manu Smriti and Yagnavalkya Smriti, as well as in Puranic texts like the Garuda Purana, it is designed for profound spiritual purification and the atonement of grave sins. The name itself translates […]

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Somvati Amavasya, Amasomvar Vrat, is an auspicious to perform Shiva Puja and many other pujas mentioned in the Scriptures. Somvati Amavasya is observed on the No Moon which falls on Somavar (Monday). In June 2026, Somvati Amavasya date is June 15. 15 June Somvati Amavasya is Adhik Jyeshta Maas Amavasya in North Indian Hindi calendars […]

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Saryu Jayanti (Maa Sarayu Jayanti) is observed in Ayodhya and some other places of Uttar Pradesh with utmost gusto. In 2026, Saryu Jayanti date is June 29. Saryu Jayanti is celebrated on Jyeshta Purnima, Full Moon day in Jyeshta Month, in Hindu Calendar. On this day, special pujas like Saryu Archana, Saryu Aarti, Saryu Ashottara […]

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Gatari Amavasya, most popularly known as Gatari, is a Marathi regional festival celebrated especially in Maharashtra and some parts of Goa. In 2026, Gatari Amavasya date is August 12. Gatari Amavasya falls on Ashad Amavasya, the No Moon day in Ashad Maas in Marathi calendar. Gatari is a celebration of joy and festivity. On Gatari […]

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Lalkitab Remedies for Sun in 2nd house, Ravi, Surya in 2nd House – Lalkitab remedies. When Sun is in 2nd house, it will adversely affect the items associated with the planets inimical to the Sun like wife, wealth, widows, cows, taste and mother. There will also be disputes regarding property and wealth and wife will […]

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Kajari Navami is observed in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh in Shravan Month. In 2026, Kajari Navami date is August 22. It falls on Shukla Paksha Navami in Sawan Maas as per Hindi calendars followed in above regions. Kajari Navami marks the beginning of Kajari Purnima celebrations. Pooja room is cleaned and sanctified with […]

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Kajari Purnima or Kajri Purnima, also known as Kajili Poornima or Kajli Poornima, is observed on the same day as Raksha Bandhan or Shravan Purnima. In 2026, Kajari Purnima date is August 28. Kajari Purnima is celebrated in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh. Kajili Purnima is an important festival for farmers and agricultural communities. […]

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Father’s death in Vedic Astrology.. In Vedic astrology, analyzing the passing of a parent involves a foundational principle called Bhavat Bhavam (house to house). Instead of reading the chart from your main ascendant, an astrologer rotates the perspective, treating the house that represents the father as the new “first house.” From there, the same rules […]

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Ashad Purnima, the Full Moon day in Ashad month, is also popular as Guru Purnima or Veda Vyasa Purnima in many places. In 2026, Ashada Purnima date is July 29. On this auspicious day, Gurus (teachers) are worshipped. The authors and compilers of Vedas, Upanishats, and Ithihaas are honored as Gurus in Hindusim. Guru Puja […]

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As per the golden words of Swami Vivekananda, we must arise, awake, and must not stop till the goal is achieved. It means, whenever we start a new activity, we must completely finish it, without leaving it in a half-baked manner. This golden word suits small children those who have just entered into their school. […]

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This precious human life is in variably wasted by many because they go about without any aim. On the other hand, it is necessary for everyone to take a form decision to think good, act in a positive manner and do only noble deeds. While political activities many result in creating divisive tendencies, and scientific […]

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The spirit of Bhagavad-gita is mentioned in Bhagavad-gita itself. It is just like this: If we want to take a particular medicine, then we have to follow the directions written on the label. We cannot take the medicine according to our own whim or the direction of a friend. It must be taken according to […]

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Sri Sadasiva Brahmendra (18th century) was a great saint who lived near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. He composed many devotional songs and his birth name was Sivaramakrishna. Sadasiva was born in a Brahmin family at Tiruvisainallur, and he learnt the Vedic education at his village. Since, he was not interested in leading a family life, he […]

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What are the the Big Four C’s: Commitment, Connectivity, Compassion & Creativity? We need to see how we can bring these four Cs into the setup we are in. Commitment: We must take it for granted that people are committed. Never question the commitment of the person. If you tell someone that they are not […]

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Why do we have so many Gods in Hinduism. Is there any scientific reason behind that? Do you know how many chromosomes there are in your body in total? Have you ever wondered how one cell develops into this very complex body? It is because it is programmed to do so, but it is just […]

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The list of Pujas & Events in June 2026 in Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu is given here. Visesha Pujas in June 2026 Tuesday, 2 June 2026 – Sri Shankara Vijayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya Swamiji Ashrama Sweekara day Friday, 12 June 2026 – Saturday, 27 June 2026 – Pradosha Puja Monday, 29 June 2026 – […]

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Here is the list of Auspicious days and Auspicious Timings in June 2026 (Shubh din and Shubh Muhurat in June 2026). This list of General Auspicious Timings are not for any specific ritual or ritual such as Marriage or Gruhapravesh but for general activities. For any specific ritual or celebration, you can check ‘Shubh Muhurat‘. […]

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