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Gangaur Vrat Katha: Story behind Gangaur puja, its significance and why women observe it
March 21, 2026 14:50 ISTGangaur vrat katha is the story of Goddess Parvati’s devotion to Lord Shiva and the origin of the festival. The tale highlights the importance of faith, secrecy in worship, and blessings for marital happiness and a good life partner.
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Char Prahar Puja Maha Shivratri 2026: Complete guide to night-long Shiva worship
February 14, 2026 17:02 ISTMahashivratri 2026 Char Prahar Puja holds special spiritual significance for Lord Shiva devotees. From exact Prahar timings to step-by-step Abhishek rituals, here’s a complete guide to performing the four-phase night worship with the correct offerings and practices.
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Mahashivratri 2026: These 5 Puja items are a must to worship Lord Shiva
February 13, 2026 14:19 ISTMahashivratri is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva. However, without these five important items, the Mahashivratri puja is believed to remain incomplete. Preparing the right puja samagri ensures a fulfilling and blessed worship experience.
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Mahashivratri 2026: Sacred flowers for Lord Shiva and their spiritual meaning
February 12, 2026 14:17 ISTMahashivratri 2026 is one of the most sacred nights dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasts and perform special pujas to seek divine blessings. Offering specific flowers during Shivratri holds deep spiritual meaning.
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Mahashivratri 2026: When is the best time for Rudrabhishek? Check auspicious timings and puja vidhi
February 09, 2026 12:12 ISTMahashivratri is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva, and in 2026, it will be observed on Sunday, 15 February. Performing Rudrabhishek on Mahashivratri is considered extremely auspicious, as it is believed to remove past karmic burdens, bring mental peace, and prosperity.
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Pradosh Vrat 2026: Is the fast on January 16 or 17? Here’s the correct date and puja time
January 15, 2026 7:04 ISTPradosh Vrat in January 2026 falls on Friday, January 16, making it Shukra Pradosh. Observed during evening Pradosh Kaal, the fast honours Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi, and is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and harmony in married life.
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Masik Shivratri December 2025: Is it on Dec 17 or 18? Date, time, and items to offer on Shivling
December 17, 2025 7:01 ISTMasik Shivratri holds special importance for devotees of Lord Shiva. The day is marked by fasting and ritual worship believed to strengthen marital harmony, fulfil wishes and deepen spiritual connection with Shiva and Shakti. Know when Masik Shivratri is falling in December 2025.
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Pradosh Vrat in December 2025: Is it on Dec 16 or 17? Date, time and puja vidhi
December 16, 2025 12:52 ISTThe final Pradosh Vrat of 2025 will be observed on Wednesday, December 17. Here’s the Budh Pradosh timings, tithi details and simple puja method.
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Why is it considered auspicious to see the Neelkanth bird on Dussehra? In Pics
Lifestyle | October 02, 2025 7:56 ISTOn Dussehra, spotting the Neelkanth bird is considered highly auspicious. Linked to Lord Rama's victory and Lord Shiva's blessings, the Indian roller is believed to bring prosperity, good luck and divine protection.
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Hartalika Teej 2025: Date, puja time and why it is the most important Teej
August 24, 2025 14:26 ISTHartalika Teej 2025 falls on 26 August. Married women observe fast, worship Lord Shiva-Parvati, and pray for marital bliss and good fortune.
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From Tokyo tycoon to Kanwariya: Who is Hoshi Takayuki, Japanese man turns into a Shiva devotee
India | August 01, 2025 19:58 ISTTakayuki once owned a successful chain of 15 beauty product stores in Tokyo, but a life-changing trip to Tamil Nadu two decades ago altered his path forever.
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Amavasya in July 2025: Date, time and significance explained
July 23, 2025 15:52 ISTAmavasya in July 2025 is one of the most significant new moon days of the year. Know the exact date, time, and regional names like Hariyali and Bheemana Amavasya.
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Sawan Shivratri 2025: Chant this mantra while offering belpatra on Shivling today, check the rules
Lifestyle | July 23, 2025 7:24 ISTSawan is considered to be a very auspicious month and people worship Lord Shiva during this month. The masik Shivratri which falls during the month of Sawan is known as Sawan Shivratri. Read on to know the mantra you should chant while offering belpatra on Shivling during Sawan Shivratri.
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Sawan Shivratri 2025: Know the date, time, importance and vrat vidhi
Lifestyle | July 21, 2025 14:10 ISTEvery month, on Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha, people observe Masik Shivrtari. During Sawan, this day gains immense importance as Shravan is considered to be an auspicious month for the worship of Lord Shiva. Read on to know the date, time, importance and vrat vidhi of Sawan Shivratri.
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Sawan 2025: Here's what you shouldn't offer Lord Shiva during the Shravan Somwar puja
Lifestyle | July 20, 2025 17:52 ISTMondays during Shravan are considered to be very important. It is also known as Sawan Somwar. The second Shravan Somwar will be celebrated on July 21. People worship the lord on this day and make offerings. Read on to know what you shouldn't offer Lord Shiva during the Shravan Somwar puja.
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Raw milk during sawan? Know if you should drink it during the holy month of Shravan
Lifestyle | July 16, 2025 19:00 ISTDuring the month of Sawan, there are certain rules that should be followed. These rules also mentions what you should and shouldn't eat during the holy month of Shravan. While raw milk is used for the worship for Lord Shiva during the month of Sawan, read on to know if it is allowed to be consumed.
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Sawan 2025: Know the auspicious time for worshipping Lord Shiva on the first day of Sawan
Lifestyle | July 10, 2025 11:29 ISTLord Shiva will be worshipped throughout the holy month of Sawan, which begins on July 11, 2025, and lasts until August 9. In light of this, we will tell you today that the first day of Sawan is the auspicious time to worship Shiva.
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Sawan Somwar 2025: Check different dates of Sawan Somwar in North India and South India
Lifestyle | July 07, 2025 14:23 ISTSawan begins on different dates in different parts of the country. Depending on the regions, the starting time of the Shravan month may vary by fifteen days. Check different dates of Sawan Somwar in North India and South India.
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Sawan 2025: When is Shravan beginning? Check here the date of the first Monday of the holy month
Lifestyle | June 30, 2025 13:27 ISTPeople worship Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati during Sawan to get their blessings and for the removal of problems. Mondays are always considered to be auspicious for the worship of Lord Shiva. Read on to know when Shravan is beginning and the dates of the Shravan Somwars.
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Shivratri 2025: Check here the date, time and fasting method for Masik Shivratri
Lifestyle | June 23, 2025 13:50 ISTThere are twelve Masik Shivratris that are celebrated every year, however, there are two that are considered to be extremely important. One is Maha Shivratri and the other is Sawan Shivratri. Check here the date, time and fasting method of the Masik Shivratri in the month of Ashadha.
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