Mahashivratri Celebrations
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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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Mahashivratri 2026 shubh yog: Doing puja at this time will bring divine blessings
January 28, 2026 12:41 ISTMahashivratri 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
February 27, 2025 8:25 ISTAnil 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 ISTThe 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 ISTDiscover 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 ISTThe 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 ISTThe 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 ISTMahakumbh 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 ISTParents 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 ISTMaha 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 ISTMaha 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 ISTMahashivratri 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 ISTMahashivratri 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 ISTMahashivratri 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.
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Are banks closed tomorrow for Mahashivratri? Check state-wise holiday list
March 07, 2024 20:35 ISTAs Mahashivratri approaches in March 2024, banks across India will be closed in commemoration of the festival. This closure coincides with the second Saturday and Sunday, leading to an extended three-day weekend for many individuals.
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Maha Shivratri 2024: 5 food items you can consume while observing fast
Food | March 06, 2024 7:33 ISTDiscover 5 delicious fasting-friendly foods perfect for Maha Shivratri 2024. Keep your traditions alive while savouring nutritious options during this auspicious occasion.
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Maha Shivratri 2022: Do not offer THESE five things on shivling when worshipping Lord Shiva
Books & Culture | March 01, 2022 6:30 ISTOn the day of Maha Shivratri, Rudrabhishek of Lord Shiva is also done in which devotees offer things like cannabis-datura, milk, sandalwood, bhasma. However, sometimes, knowingly or unknowingly people offer things that can make God angry. There are certain elements listed in Shiv Puran that shouldn't be offered on the shivling. Find out!
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Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev and 3 lakh devotees immersed in Mahashivratri celebrations
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Know how India celebrated Mahashivratri (watch pics)
India | February 28, 2014 7:12 ISTNew Delhi:Millions of devotees on Thursday observed a day's fast and offered prayers to seek Lord Shiva's blessing on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.This festival celebrates the convergence of Shiva and Shakti on the Krishna
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