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Chaitra Navratri Date 2023: Chaitra Navratri Begins - 22 March (Hindu New Year) Chaitra Navratri Durga Ashtami - 29 March Chaitra Navratri Ends - 30 March (Ram Navami) Ashwin/Shardiya Navratri Date 2023: Ashwin Navratri Begins - 15 October Ashwin Navratri Durga Mahashtami - 22 October Ashwin Navratri Ends - 23 October (Dussehra)   Navratri is […]

Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman. Hanuman Jayanti falls on the 15th day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) during the Hindu month of Chaitra, which usually occurs in March or April according to the Hindu calendar. Lord Hanuman is known for his strength, courage, and devotion to Lord […]

Vaisakhi, also known as Baisakhi, is a harvest festival celebrated by people of the Sikh and Hindu communities. It is typically observed on April 13 or 14 each year, depending on the solar calendar. For Sikhs, Vaisakhi holds special significance as it marks the formation of the Khalsa Panth, the community of initiated Sikhs, by […]

Vesak is also known as Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, and Buddha Day. It is celebrated by Buddhists and some Hindus. The occasion honours Siddhartha Gautama, commonly known as Buddha, and highlights the three pivotal stages of his life: birth, enlightenment, and death. According to tradition, it is believed that all three of these events occurred […]

Guru Purnima is an auspicious day in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism that is dedicated to expressing gratitude towards one's spiritual gurus or teachers. The celebration takes place on the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Ashadha (June-July). On this day, disciples offer puja (worship) and seek blessings from their gurus, who are […]

Asalha Puja is a significant festival in Buddhism that commemorates the Buddha's first sermon, known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta. Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his five disciples at Deer Park in Sarnath, (Varanasi) India. The occasion is celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) in the month of Asalha (July), and is also […]

Onam is a vibrant and colourful festival celebrated in the southern Indian state of Kerala. The festival marks the annual homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali (Vishnu's Vamana Avatar), who is believed to have ruled over Kerala in a bygone era. The festivities span over ten days, with the main day falling on the first […]

Raksha Bandhan is a traditional Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. The festival is mainly celebrated in India and Nepal, but it is also observed in other parts of the world where there are Hindu communities. The word "Raksha Bandhan" means "the bond of protection" in Sanskrit. During the festival, sisters […]

Krishna Janmashtami is also known as Gokulashtami or Janmashtami. Devotees celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most beloved and revered deities in Hinduism. Lord Krishna is believed to be the eighth avatar or incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The festival is celebrated in India and other parts of the world where there are […]

Paryushana is a major Jain festival. It is celebrated annually by Jains worldwide, typically in August or September, and lasts for eight days. The festival is a time for introspection, fasting, and seeking forgiveness for one's sins. During Paryushana, Jains practise intense spiritual reflection through the observance of a number of rituals and customs. The […]

Pitru Paksha is dedicated to honouring one's ancestors and departed loved ones. The time is observed during a 16-day period in the Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada (usually in September), which is known as the Pitru Paksha or Shraadh period. During Pitru Paksha, Hindus perform special rituals and offer prayers to their ancestors, seeking their […]

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. The festival is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu month of Ashvin (usually in September or October), and it marks the end of the nine-day Navaratri festival. The main legend associated with Dussehra is the […]

Karwa Chauth is a Hindu festival that is mainly observed by married women in India. The festival is celebrated on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Kartik (usually in October or November) and falls nine days before Diwali. On Karwa Chauth, married women observe a day-long fast, from sunrise to moonrise, for the […]

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most important Hindu festivals and is celebrated throughout India and by Hindus around the world. The festival is observed over a period of five days and usually falls between mid-October and mid-November, based on the Hindu lunar calendar. The festival of Diwali symbolises the victory of […]

Bodhi Day is observed on December 8th in many Buddhist traditions, although the date may vary depending on the tradition and calendar used. It is a time for Buddhists to reflect on the teachings of the Buddha and the significance of his enlightenment. The celebrations of Bodhi Day may vary depending on the tradition, but […]

Gita Jayanti is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most important Hindu scriptures. The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, which took place on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, and it contains teachings and insights on various aspects of life, including spirituality, ethics, […]

Lohri is a popular winter harvest festival celebrated primarily in the northern regions of India, particularly in the state of Punjab. It is usually observed on 13th January every year and marks the end of the winter solstice. The festival is traditionally associated with the harvesting of crops, particularly sugarcane, which is a major cash […]

Makar Sankranti is a popular Hindu festival that is celebrated across India and Nepal. The festival is observed on 14th January every year and marks the beginning of the sun's northward journey (Uttarayan) and the end of the winter solstice. Makar Sankranti is also known by different names in different parts of the country, such […]