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Varalakshmi Vratam is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals in honour of Goddess Lakshmi – the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Varalakshmi Vratam is mainly celebrated in Southern India including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and parts of...

Sri Raghavendra Aradhanai is an important spiritual festival celebrated by the followers of Sri Raghavendra Swamy. He is respectfully addressed as Rayaru or Guru Raghavendra by his devotees. The main Aradhanai of Rayaru is associated with his entry into Jeeva...

Gayatri Japam is a religious ceremony practiced by Hindus through chanting of the Gayatri Mantra. It is closely related to Upakarma or Avani Avittam especially in Vedic communities. Gayatri Japam is usually observed on the day after Yajurveda Upakarma. On...

Raksha Bandhan is one of the most beloved festivals in India. It celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters yet the meaning of the festival goes far beyond tying a Rakhi and giving gifts. Raksha Bandhan is observed on...

If you believe in Lord Rama and in teachings of Goswami Tulsidas, then Tulsidas Jayanti is very significant event for you. It is a day to remember this great poet, saint and devotee who brought to people story and teachings...

In the Hindu calendar, the Ekadashi day is day of prayers and fasting and devotion. Among various Ekadashis, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2026 holds great importance for devotees who seek Lord Vishnu blessings and pray for family happiness, peace and prosperity. It...

Aavani Avittam, also called Yajur Upakarma, is a traditional annual Vedic ceremony practiced by a large number of Yajur Veda Brahmins. It takes place on the full moon day of the Shravana month, generally falling in July or August. In...

Onam is one of the favourite festivals of Kerala. It is a festivity of flowers, food, family gathering, music, and joy. Even though it is a festivity of Kerala and Malayali culture, other communities also join in. Besides being associated...

Shravana Putrada Ekadashi is another vrat devoted to Lord Vishnu. This special day falls in the Shukla Paksha of the month of Shravana and is widely observed in India. In 2026, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi will take place on August 23...