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1. Introduction: Significance of Navratri Navratri holds a special place in Sanatan Dharma. It is a festival of strength, devotion, and penance, during which the nine forms of

A tribute to India’s first Sikh Prime Minister, the visionary economist, and the statesman who redefined leadership with humility and wisdom. Introduction Dr. Manmohan Singh, India’s 13th Prime

परिचयविश्वकर्मा दिवस हर साल 17 सितंबर को मनाया जाता है। यह दिन भगवान विश्वकर्मा की पूजा और उनके योगदान को सम्मानित करने के लिए समर्पित है, जो हिंदू

भगवान शिवजी हिंदू धर्म के प्रमुख देवताओं में से एक हैं। उन्हें संहारक और पुनर्सृजक के रूप में पूजा जाता है। शिवजी की पूजा में विशेष रूप से

On the second day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Brahmacharini with profound reverence, acknowledging her significance in Hindu mythology and spirituality. Brahmacharini, the embodiment of penance and devotion,

Sakat Chauth is a Hindu fasting observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. It is primarily observed by women for the well-being and prosperity of their

The fast on Ekadashi typically involves abstaining from certain foods, and some people may choose to eat only once during the day. The fast is believed to purify

Kanya Pujan on Ashtami or Navami during Navratri The choice of whether to perform Kanya Pujan on Ashtami or Navami during Navratri often depends on regional customs, family

The third day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Chandraghanta. This form of Goddess Durga is depicted with a half-moon (Chandra) shaped like a bell (Ghanta) on her

Pic Credit: punjabkesari.in Introduction to Jitiya Festival The Jitiya Festival, also known as Jivitputrika Vrat or Jitiya Parva, is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated primarily in the states