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Dwarkadhish Temple

The main draw for tourists coming to Dwarka, the Dwarkadhish Temple (Jagat Mandir), is believed to have been established more than 2500 years ago by Lord Krishna’s great-grandson, Vajranabh. The ancient temple has been renovated several times, especially leaving imprints of the 16th and 19th centuries. The temple stands on a small hill accessed by 50-plus steps, with heavily sculptured walls that cocoon the sanctum with the main Krishna idol. Around the complex lie other smaller shrines. The walls have intricately carved mythical characters and legends. The impressive 43 m ...

Ganesh Chaturthi 2022

Ganesh Chaturthi date and Puja MuhuratGanesha Chaturthi on Wednesday, August 31, 2022Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat - 11:05 AM to 01:38 PMGanesha Visarjan on Friday, September 9, 2022Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesh. On Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesh is worshipped as the god of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. It is believed that Lord Ganesh was born during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Currently, Ganesh Chaturthi day falls in the month of August or September in the English calendar.The Ganeshotsav, the festivity of Ganesh Chaturthi, ends ...

Dev Diwali Varanasi

Dev Diwali or Dev Deepawali is a Hindu festival observed in the Hindu month of ‘Kartik’, celebrated with great pomp and show in the Indian city of Varanasi, in Uttar Pradesh. Dev Diwali is the ‘Festival of Lights of the Gods’ and falls on the Kartik Purnima (full moon day), fifteen days after the celebrations of Diwali. It corresponds to the month of November-December in the Gregorian calendar.This religious ceremony is started by chanting of the holy Vedic mantras by the priests, lighting diyas at the ghats, and sparkling firecrackers, ...

World’s Highest Railway Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir - Chenab Bridge

Just two days before India’s 76th Independence Day, the world’s highest rail bridge over the Chenab River in the Kouri area of Reasi district, achieved another milestone when the overarch deck of the bridge was completed with a golden joint.The term ‘golden joint’ was coined by the civil engineers who worked on connecting the two ends of the deck of the bridge.This railway line has high strategic importance for India’s defense against foreign powers. Chenab bridge has been a part of this project and will lift Indian trains at a ...

Diwali 2022: When is Diwali?

Diwali, the festival of lights is India's most awaited and brightest of all festivals and comes somewhere around late October to mid-November every year.When is Diwali 2022?2022 Diwali celebration starts with Dhanteras on October 23, 2022, Sunday, and ends with Bhai Dooj on October 27, 2022, Thursday. Lakshmi Puja, the most auspicious of Diwali festival days is celebrated as the day of Diwali. Hence, Diwali 2022 falls on Tuesday, October 25.Dhanteras - October 23, SundayNaraka Chaturdasi (Chotti Diwali) - October 24, MondayLakshmi Puja (Diwali Festival) - October 25, TuesdayGovardhan Puja ...

Sharad Navratri 2022

Navratri is a nine-day long, auspicious festival celebrated all over India for different reasons every year. It is culturally dedicated to Goddess Durga, an exemplar of Shakti or the cosmic energy. Among all the five Navratras (Chaitra, Aashad, Ashwin, Paush and Magh) that fall in a year, Sharad Navratri is the most essential one. Apart from that, Magh, Ashadha & Paush are known as Gupt Navratris.Sharad Navratri is observed in the month of September/ October. The Navratri festival is widely commemorated throughout the country with full enthusiasm. During this 9-day ...

Dussehra 2022: When is Dussehra?

Dussehra, a festival that is considered to symbolize the victory of good over evil, is falling in the beginning of October this year. According to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Dussehra or Vijayadashami is celebrated on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month. According to mythological beliefs, it was on the day of Dussehra that Lord Rama killed Lankapati Ravana. For some reason, apart from Ravana, effigies of Kumbhakarna and son Meghnad are burnt every year as a symbol. This festival is celebrated with great pomp across ...

Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav

75th Independence Day, Azadi Ka Amrit MahotsavEvery year, the 15th of August is a highly grateful day for Indians, as they celebrate Independence Day and pay tribute to all liberation warriors. India has completed the 75 years of Independence on 15th August 2022. The 75 years of Independence of India is named Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav by the Indian government.This year, on August 15, when incumbent Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the Indian flag at the rampart of the Red Fort, India will complete its 75 years of Independence ...

The Wonder Carnival Is Set To Enthrall Gurugram

Strap yourselves in as The Wonder Carnival - a full-fledged fun fiesta for families and kiddos is here with unlimited merrymaking and revelry, taking place at Leisure Valley Grounds, Gurgaon from 9th to 31st July, in the evenings from 5-11 PM.This cheerful family carnival will be packed with amusement rides to keep you entertained all day long! Look forward to rides such as the Ferris Wheels, Pirate Ship, Revolving Tower, Carousel, Moon Coaster, Striking Cars, Tora Tora Ride, Hammer Ride & CHAIR-O-PLANE *phew* to name a few that’ll make your ...

Guru Purnima: Date, Time, History, And Significance

In one of the most popular dohas of Kabir Das, he says, 'Guru Gobind Dou khade, Kake lagoon paye, balihari Guru aapne, Govind diyo milay'" This means, 'If God and Teacher stand together before you, whose feet will you touch first? The Guru showed us the way to meet God; if it was not for the teacher; I would have never met God. So, touch his feet first.' The word Guru is made up of two words - ‘Gur’ meaning darkness and ‘Ru’ which is the opposite of darkness. So, ...

The Hidden Shivling of Kashi- "Pita Maheshwar" Self-manifested form of Shivling

Pita Maheshwar is one of the most powerful and mysterious spiritual sites in Kashi (Varanasi), revered for its divine presence ...
Khatu Shyam Mandir: A Spiritual Journey to Rajasthan’s Famous Temple

Khatu Shyam Ji in Rajasthan’s Sikar district is calling your name. This isn’t just a temple - it’s a spiritual ...
Yamraj Temple - The Hindu God of Death and Justice

Yamraj temples in India are incredibly rare and deeply rooted in ancient mythology. These sacred sites honor Yamraj, the Hindu ...
Kedarnath Yatra 2024: Opening and Closing Date of Kedarnath Temple

Kedarnath Yatra 2024, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most paramount locations for worshipers of ...
Kedarnath Yatra 2025: Registration Start Date, Process, and Guidelines

The Kedarnath Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage to the Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located ...
Maa Skandamata Navratri Day 5: Mantra, Puja Vidhi, Bhog, Aarti

Skandamata is the fifth form of Hindu Goddess Parvati. Her name comes from Skanda, an alternate name for the war ...
Maha Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025

Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025 is a Hindu festival, which is also the world gathering of humanity in one place. In ...
MANA “The Last Village in India”

Mana village is no longer India’s Last Village as it was previously known. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has placed ...
Raksha Bandhan 2023

We celebrate Raksha Bandhan every year on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan; Therefore, it is ...
Shravan (Sawan) Month 2023

The month of Sawan has special significance in Hinduism. This month is considered one of the holy months of the ...