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  Char Prahar Puja Maha Shivratri 2026: Complete guide to night-long Shiva worship

  Spirituality | February 14, 2026 17:02 IST

  Mahashivratri 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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  Marriage delays? Perform this remedy on Mahashivratri 2026 to remove obstacles

  Spirituality | February 13, 2026 18:45 IST

  Maha Shivratri is considered highly auspicious for seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva, especially for unmarried girls facing delays in marriage. Worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati together on this sacred night is said to bring harmony, stability, and the blessing of an ideal life partner.

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  Mahashivratri 2026: These 5 Puja items are a must to worship Lord Shiva

  Spirituality | February 13, 2026 14:19 IST

  Mahashivratri 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

  Spirituality | February 12, 2026 14:17 IST

  Mahashivratri 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: Can you fast during your period? Know the truth

  Spirituality | February 12, 2026 10:42 IST

  Mahashivratri is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva, and many women observe a strict fast on this day. However, a common question arises every year, can women fast during their menstrual cycle?

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  Mahashivratri 2026: Will Bhadra Kaal affect worship? Check auspicious Jalabhishek timings

  Spirituality | February 10, 2026 19:38 IST

  Mahashivratri 2026 falls under the shadow of Bhadra Kaal, raising questions around worship timings. Here’s a clear guide to Bhadra duration, its impact, and the most auspicious Jalabhishek and puja muhurat.

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  Mahashivratri 2026: When is the best time for Rudrabhishek? Check auspicious timings and puja vidhi

  Spirituality | February 09, 2026 12:12 IST

  Mahashivratri 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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  Mahashivratri 2026 shubh yog: Doing puja at this time will bring divine blessings

  Spirituality | January 28, 2026 12:41 IST

  Mahashivratri 2026 will be observed on February 15 with rare shubh yog, Shravan Nakshatra and extended Nishita Kaal puja timings, making it especially auspicious.

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  Rani Mukerji to Shilpa Shetty; Celebs who attended Maha Shivratri Puja at Anil Kapoor's residence

  Entertainment | February 27, 2025 8:25 IST

  Anil Kapoor and his family hosted a Maha Shivratri puja at her residence on Wednesday and it was attended by several Bollywood celebrities. Check here.

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  Mahashivratri adds fervour to Mahakumbh on last day, pictures display devotees' enthusiasm

  India | February 26, 2025 10:18 IST

  The Mahakumbh Mela, which started on Paush Purnima on January 13, is set to conclude today. In the Maha Kumbh, 1.70 crore people took a dip on Paush Purnima, 3.50 crore on Makar Sankranti, 7.64 crore on Mauni Amavasya, 2.57 crore on Basant Panchami, 2.04 crore on Magh Purnima.

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  Mahashivratri 2025: Significance, rituals and spiritual importance of Shiva puja | In pics

  India | February 26, 2025 8:47 IST

  Discover the significance of Mahashivratri 2025, its spiritual importance, fasting rules, and worship rituals. Know why devotees observe this sacred night dedicated to Lord Shiva, performing Shiva Puja, Jagran, and meditation for spiritual awakening.

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  Fasting for Maha Shivratri 2025? Foods you can eat to break the fast after worshipping Lord Shiva

  Food | February 26, 2025 7:02 IST

  The Shivratri fast is a day-long fast and hence, when you break your fast, it is important that you eat foods that nourish your body. Here are some healthy foods that you can eat to break your Maha Shivratri fast.

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  Delhi schools to remain closed today due to Mahashivratri | Check details

  Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:17 IST

  The Delhi government has announced to close all the schools in Delhi on the auspicious day of Mahashivratri. All the schools be it government or private will remain closed on Mahashivratri.

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  Mahakumbh 2025 Updates: Over 1.53 crore devotees take holy dip in Sangam on Mahashivratri snan

  Uttar Pradesh | February 26, 2025 23:31 IST

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Highlights: The Mahakumbh started on January 13. Paush Purnima concluded today with Mahashivratri snan. On the last day of the grand religious gathering, lakhs of devotees took a holy dip.

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  Schools closed in these states due to Maha Shivratri, check full list

  Education | February 25, 2025 19:32 IST

  Parents and students curious about school closures for Mahashivratri can check our curated list of states where schools will be closed.

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  Maha Shivratri 2025: Check here the difference between Shivratri and Maha Shivratri

  Lifestyle | February 21, 2025 19:37 IST

  Maha Shivratri is celebrated widely across India on the Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha in the month of Magh and Phalgun. Read on to know the difference between Shivratri and Maha Shivratri.

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  Maha Shivratri 2025 Date: When is Lord Shiva's grand festival, 26th or 27th February? Check muhurat

  Lifestyle | February 20, 2025 20:23 IST

  Maha Shivratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi Tithi during Krishna Paksha in the month of Magh, according to the South Indian calendar and Phalgun, according to the North Indian calendar. Check here the exact date and muhurat.

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  Shivratri devotees flood Kashi Vishwanath Temple with over 8 lakh devotees

  Uttar Pradesh | March 08, 2024 21:17 IST

  Mahashivratri 2024: Over eight lakh devotees gathered at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, with reports tallying 8,11,396 visitors by Friday evening. The temple premises buzzed with devotees seeking blessings from Lord Shiva, forming long queues since early morning.

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  Thousands of Hindu devotees throng Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple on Mahashivratri | WATCH

  World | March 08, 2024 14:00 IST

  Mahashivratri is the biggest festival of the Hindu Community - dedicated to Lord Shiva - and is widely celebrated in India and Nepal. This occasion marks the anniversary of the divine marriage between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and also celebrates Lord Shiva's Tandava dance.

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  Mahashivratri: Bhasma Aarti at Ujjain's Mahakal Temple, sea of devotees at Kashi Vishwanath | VIDEO

  India | March 08, 2024 12:49 IST

  Mahashivratri celebrations: Mahashivratri is celebrated on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of the 'Magha' month, as per the Hindu lunar calendar, and marks the night of the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.