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  December 2025: Full list of vrats, festivals and astrological changes

  November 30, 2025 6:18 IST

  This December isn’t just the year’s ending; it’s a stretch filled with vrats, sacred timings and three major planetary moves. Here’s a clear, day-by-day list of everything spiritual unfolding through the month.

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  Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math: History, legacy as PM Modi unveils 77-ft Ram statue

  November 28, 2025 18:30 IST

  Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math marks a historic milestone today as PM Modi unveils a 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram and opens a new Ramayana Theme Park. The celebrations honour 550 years of spiritual lineage, culture and devotion for the Saraswat community.

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  Gita Jayanti 2025: Date, significance and complete puja vidhi

  November 27, 2025 7:28 IST

  Gita Jayanti, celebrated on Margashirsha Ekadashi, marks the day Lord Krishna shared the Bhagavad Gita with Arjuna. In 2025, the festival falls on December 1. Devotees observe the Mokshada Ekadashi fast, recite the Gita and perform Krishna puja to seek wisdom and liberation.

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  What makes Abhijit Muhurta ideal for Ram Mandir flag hoisting and pujas?

  November 25, 2025 11:26 IST

  Discover why the Ram Mandir consistently chooses Abhijit Muhurta for major rituals, including the groundbreaking Ram Lalla idol consecration and flag hoisting. Learn the astrological and spiritual significance of this highly auspicious time in Hindu tradition.

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  Vivah Panchami 2025: Date, puja muhurat and spiritual significance

  November 25, 2025 8:30 IST

  Vivah Panchami is the day when devotees remember the divine marriage of Shri Ram and Mata Sita. This year, the celebrations fall on 25 November, with families across India waking up to fast, light lamps, chant mantras and welcome blessings of harmony, peace and prosperity.

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  Guru Tegh Bahadur Jayanti: From Sis Ganj to Rakab Ganj, the sacred route of supreme sacrifice

  November 24, 2025 8:59 IST

  On Guru Tegh Bahadur Jayanti, revisit the story of supreme sacrifice through Delhi’s two sacred gurudwaras, Sis Ganj Sahib, built at the site of his execution in Chandni Chowk, and Rakab Ganj Sahib, where his disciple burned his own home to cremate the Guru with honour.

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  This 488 years old temple in Bengaluru is an architectural wonder, can you guess?

  November 24, 2025 8:25 IST

  Discover the Bull Temple of Basavanagudi, one of Bengaluru’s most iconic spiritual landmarks. Learn about its history, legends, Nandi idol rituals, and the famous groundnut festival that shaped a neighbourhood and remains a living heritage today.

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  When faith meets modernity: New-age spiritual centres in Tech City Bengaluru

  November 23, 2025 15:07 IST

  Discover Bengaluru’s new-age spiritual centres that merge ancient wisdom with modern wellness. From Art of Living and Isha Yoga to urban mindfulness spaces and silence retreats, explore where tech professionals go to reconnect, reset, and rediscover calm.

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  Meditation and mindfulness: Spiritual retreats and ashrams near Bengaluru

  November 22, 2025 16:27 IST

  Searching for a peaceful escape near Bengaluru? Explore the best meditation and mindfulness retreats, including Art of Living, Pyramid Valley and spiritual ashrams, perfect for weekend getaways. A guide to silent retreats, mindfulness programmes and how to choose the right one for you.

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  Ram Mandir booking and darshan timings ahead of PM Modi’s visit on November 25

  November 22, 2025 16:26 IST

  Planning a darshan at Ram Mandir Ayodhya? PM Modi will visit on November 25, 2025, for a historic flag hoisting ceremony, due to which general entry will remain closed until 2:30 PM. Know the updated darshan timings, booking rules, aarti schedule and travel guidelines.

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  Pilgrimage with purpose: How Bengaluru serves as a gateway to South India’s sacred circuit

  November 21, 2025 13:00 IST

  Bengaluru isn’t just a tech city; it’s the gateway to South India’s most sacred temple circuits. From Tirupati to Dharmasthala, Srirangapatna to Madurai, explore how the city connects pilgrims to centuries of devotion with ease, comfort, and soulful travel experiences.

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  Vivah Panchami 2025: Date, udaya tithi, puja rituals and significance

  November 20, 2025 14:09 IST

  Vivah Panchami marks the divine wedding of Lord Rama and Mother Sita, celebrated on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha in Margashirsha month. This year, the festival falls on November 25. Devotees fast, offer prayers, and perform the Ram-Sita Vivah puja for happiness and prosperity in married life.

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  Amavasya in November 2025: Margashirsha Amavasya date, time, significance, and rituals

  November 18, 2025 15:54 IST

  Margashirsha Amavasya is one of the most spiritually charged Amavasyas of the year. Falling in the sacred month praised by Shri Krishna in the Gita, this no-moon night is ideal for Tarpan, deep meditation, Lakshmi Puja and inner cleansing. Here are the exact 2025 date, timings and rituals.

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  Beyond temples: Bengaluru’s churches, mosques and gurudwaras that keep the city’s harmony alive

  November 18, 2025 6:45 IST

  Discover Bengaluru’s spiritual harmony beyond temples, from iconic churches and centuries-old mosques to peaceful gurudwaras that define the city’s soul. A warm travel guide to the most serene places for reflection, culture and community across Bangalore.

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  Inside ISKCON Bengaluru: A serene escape hidden in the heart of the city

  November 17, 2025 12:51 IST

  ISKCON Bengaluru offers more than a temple visit; it’s a warm, grounding spiritual experience in the heart of the city. From soulful kirtans to serene architecture and comforting prasadam, here’s why travellers say this is the calm Bengaluru rarely shows.

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  Utpanna Ekadashi 2025: When is it, November 15 or 16? Know correct date, rituals and remedies

  November 14, 2025 15:34 IST

  I 2025, Utpanna Ekadashi is observed on November 15, with the Ekadashi tithi extending into November 16, and the parana (fast-breaking) ideally on November 16. The day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, inviting devotees to fast, worship and perform remedies with devotion for spiritual purification.

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  Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2025: Date, sandhya puja muhurat and significance

  November 12, 2025 13:13 IST

  Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2025 marks the birth of Lord Bhairav, a powerful form of Lord Shiva known for removing negativity and fear. Devotees perform evening puja with mustard oil lamps and chant Bhairav mantras to seek blessings for strength, protection, and prosperity.

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  Kaal Bhairav Ashtami 2025: When is it, November 11 or 12? Know correct date, puja vidhi

  November 11, 2025 12:51 IST

  Kaal Bhairav Ashtami (also known as Kalashtami or Kaal Bhairav Jayanti) is a revered Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Kaal Bhairav, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva associated with time, death and protection.

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  9 unlucky gifts you should never give, according to Vastu Shastra

  November 09, 2025 12:43 IST

  Gift-giving is an act of love, but in Vastu Shastra, it’s also an exchange of energy. From sharp objects to clocks and empty wallets, some gifts can carry the wrong vibration. Discover the nine items experts say you should avoid — and what thoughtful, luck-friendly alternatives to pick instead.

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  When is Vivah Panchami 2025? Puja vidhi, tithi timings, and rituals to follow

  November 09, 2025 11:24 IST

  Vivah Panchami 2025 celebrates the sacred wedding of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, a day of devotion, vows, and divine grace. Discover the date, muhurat, and rituals as homes across India light up with prayers for harmony and love.

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  Kartika Deepam 2025: The lamp festival that rivals Diwali in Tamil Nadu

  November 05, 2025 10:17 IST

  As the North rests after Diwali, the South awakens to its own radiance. Kartika Deepam in Tamil Nadu paints the night with millions of lamps, a festival that honours light, humility and the eternal flame of Lord Shiva.

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  Kartik Purnima 2025: Why Dev Deepawali is called the Diwali of the Gods

  November 05, 2025 9:21 IST

  On the full moon night of Kartik Purnima, the ghats of India shimmer as heaven meets Earth. Known as Dev Deepawali, this divine Diwali celebrates Lord Shiva’s victory, Lord Kartikeya’s birth, and the gods’ return to joy.

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  From Sultanpur Lodhi to Kartarpur: The sacred trail of Guru Nanak’s life and journey

  November 05, 2025 11:23 IST

  Follow the sacred trail of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, from Sultanpur Lodhi, where enlightenment dawned, to Kartarpur Sahib, where his journey found peace. Discover the timeless faith, compassion, and unity behind Sikhism’s holiest pilgrimage.

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  Kartik Purnima 2025: Date, tithi, moonrise time and Deep Daan rituals across India

  November 03, 2025 10:56 IST

  Kartik Purnima 2025 falls on November 5, the sacred full moon marking Deep Daan, Dev Diwali, and Guru Nanak Jayanti. From lighting 365 diyas to offering prayers by the Ganga, this day symbolises light, devotion, and renewal across India.

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  The Ayurveda link: How Tulsi purifies both body and home

  November 02, 2025 16:27 IST

  Explore the Ayurvedic power of Tulsi (Holy Basil): how this sacred herb purifies the body by detoxifying, calming and supporting immunity and cleanses the home through antimicrobial, air-purifying and spiritual properties.

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  Why Tulsi leaves are banned in some pujas — the untold belief

  November 02, 2025 12:18 IST

  Ever wondered why Tulsi leaves are banned in some Hindu pujas? Ancient scriptures explain that the sacred plant, seen as Goddess Vrinda, rests on specific days like Ekadashi and Sankranti. Here’s the spiritual and ecological meaning behind this timeless belief.

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  Is your phone number lucky or unlucky? Here's what Numerology says

  November 02, 2025 12:09 IST

  Numerology says the digits in your mobile or vehicle number can influence your luck. Find out what repeating numbers like 11, 22, 44 or 88 mean, and how to calculate your number’s root to understand its effect on your fortune.

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  Tulsi Vivah 2025: Shubh muhurat and simple steps for the sacred Lord Shaligram–Tulsi wedding

  November 01, 2025 15:45 IST

  Tulsi Vivah 2025 marks the divine wedding of Goddess Tulsi and Lord Shaligram on 2 November. Discover the shubh muhurat, tithi and step-by-step puja rituals to celebrate this sacred festival of devotion, purity and new beginnings.