Indian Festivals

Diggi Padyatra: Padyatra is referred to any yatra or journey that is done on foot. Padyatra is usually done for political purposes. However some padyatra has religious significance too. Kanwar yatra in Hardwar and Diggi Padyatra in Jaipur are common examples of religious yatra that take place every year. Diggi Padyatra: Unique Religious Gathering Diggi Padyatra is one of the …

शेर-ए-पंजाब के नाम से प्रसिद्ध महाराजा रणजीत सिंह पहले ऐसे राजा थे, जिन्होंने न केवल पंजाब को एकजुट किया, बल्कि अपने जीते-जी अंग्रेजों को अपने साम्राज्य के पास भी नहीं भटकने दिया। रणजीत सिंह सहस्राब्दी में पहले भारतीय थे जिन्होंने आक्रमण की लहर को भारत के पारम्परिक विजेताओं पश्तूनों (अफगानों) की मातृभूमि में वापस मोड़ दिया। शेर-ए पंजाब महाराजा रणजीत …

The Sindhu Darshan Festival, as the name suggests, is a celebration of River Sindhu, also known as the Indus. The Festival organised from 23 – 27 June at Shey livened up by the presence of a wide variety of cultural troupes from various corners of India. Troupes from States where the mighty Rivers of India run, brought with them water …

Goa Memorable Day:  Goa – a light-hearted, easy going, chill-out heaven for travelers, has a beauty of its own. Those lovely sun-baked beaches, hassle-free streets, breezy restaurants have been a delight to all but the essence and struggle of Goa to become an independent has been gutted wrenching. Previously Goa was under the Portuguese but after a great struggle, Goa …

Hemis Festival — The courtyard of Hemis Gompa – the biggest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh is the stage for the famous ‘Hemis’ festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava. Event Name: Hemis Festival, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, India Location: Hemis Monastery – 40 km from Leh Occasion: Birth anniversary of Guru Padamsambhav Date: 05 – 06 July, 2025 The …

Devshayani Ekadashi is also known by the name Ashadh Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, Ashadi Ekadashi, Hari Shayani Ekadashi, Maha-Ekadashi and Prathama Ekadashi. Chaturmas, the holy period of four months when Lord Vishnu goes to sleep usually begins after Devshayani Ekadashi. Devshayani Ekadashi: Date Devshayani Ekadashi usually begins days after the Puri Rath Yatra. Padarpur Yatra in Maharashtra too concludes on this …

Shani Jayanti is observed to mark the birthday of Lord Shani as per Hindu mythology. According to astrology, Shani is referred to as Saturn which is known to have a strong influence upon people. According to believers, it is necessary to celebrate Shani Jayanti to ensure that bad omen stays away to the maximum extent. Ardent devotees belonging to different …

Shri Dadu Dayal Punya Tithi is celebrated in commemoration of the great service done by Dadu Dayal to the Hindu community. Born in Gujarat, the great saint left for Jaipur in Rajasthan in search of livelihood when still a child. Dadu Dayal Ji was born in the year of 1544 and survived for 59 years after which he left for …

Vat Savitri Puja: There are many fasts and rituals associated with married Indian ladies which they specifically perform for the well being and prosperity of their spouse. Vat Savitri puja is one amidst the list. Vat Savitri Puja is observed by married women in almost all parts of India with great dedication and devotion. This is a special fast observed …

Vrishabha Sankranti: The transition of Sun from Mesha rashi to Vrishabha Rashi takes place during Vrushabha Sankraman. It is the beginning of Vrishabha season as mentioned in the solar calendar. The day is famously celebrated as Brusha Sankranti in Odisha. Rituals of Vrishabha Sankranti: Gifting cows is considered to be auspicious on this festival. Devotees specially visit Lord Vishnu temples …