Lord Vishnu

Self-proclaimed Lord Vishnu’s Kalki avatar threatens doomsday unless…

Rameshchandra Fefar, who worked in the state's Water Resources Department has demanded that his gratuity and one-year salary be released immediately, or else he would use his "divine powers” to bring "severe drought on the earth".

Jul 04, 2021, 22:52 PM IST

Narasimha Jayanti 2021: Date, time and puja vidhi

The auspicious occasion of Narasimha Jayanti is being celebrated on May 25 this year.  It is observed on the Chaturdashi of Shukla Paksha during the Hindu month of Vaishakha.

May 25, 2021, 17:33 PM IST

Ram Navami 2021: Celebrate Lord Rama's birthday with virtual darshan from famous Maharashtra temples - Check details

The festival of Ram Navami is celebrated with full gusto pan India and also by NRI diaspora settled abroad. However, due to the deadly novel coronavirus pandemic outbreak, celebrations this year are low key. 

Apr 21, 2021, 07:30 AM IST

Holika Dahan 2021: Know about Narasimha Maha Mantra, puja rituals and benefits

The festival of colours - Holi is on March 29 this year. With Holika Dahan on March 28 - a day prior to the main festival - the buzz around it is high. The day of Holika Dahan is also known as Chhoti Holi at various places.

Mar 27, 2021, 15:17 PM IST

Holi 2021: What is Braj ki Holi and how is it celebrated?

Braj ki Holi is celebrated in the village of Braj Bhumi and hence is given the name. This unique celebration of Holi is internationally popular for its grandness but this year, the festivities will remain small and contained due to the social distancing guidelines. However, the traditions of Braj ki Holi will remain the same. 

Mar 26, 2021, 14:21 PM IST

Holika Dahan 2021: Tithi, Puja Vidhi, Shubh Muhurat and legend behind celebrations

This year Holi will be celebrated on March 29, with Holika Dahan on March 28 - a day prior to the main festival. It is also known as Chhoti Holi at various places.

Mar 26, 2021, 08:00 AM IST

Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat 2021: Date, Tithi, puja rituals and significance

Amalaka or Amalaki Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. The Phalgun Shukla Paksha Ekadashi is known as Amlaki Ekadashi. 

Mar 25, 2021, 08:01 AM IST

Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2020: Date, rituals and significance of Mokshada Ekadashi

It is believed that fasting on this day is equivalent to fasting on the remaining 23 Ekadashis because it is very holy.

Dec 25, 2020, 10:49 AM IST

Tulsi Vivah 2020: Date, Puja time and significance

The Tulsi Vivah is observed at any time between Prabodhini Ekadashi and Kartik Purnima - the full moon of the month. 

Nov 26, 2020, 12:46 PM IST

Sharad Purnima 2020: Lakshmi Puja, Moonrise timings and significance

Many devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi on this day, celebrating her birthday with utmost devotion, observing fast, singing her hymns and praying for prosperity.

Oct 30, 2020, 12:36 PM IST

Sourabh Raaj Jain gets nostalgic on Mahabharat completing 7 years!

Actor Sourabh Raaj Jain is still fondly remembered for his role as Lord Krishna on TV show Mahabharat, which proved to be quite a life-changing show & character for the actor.

Sep 17, 2020, 09:36 AM IST

Varalakshmi Vratam 2020: Puja date, time and why it is celebrated

The auspicious occasion of Varalakshmi Vratam is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. Her Varalakshmi avatar is believed to be the one granting a boon to her devotees. This year, the special day is on July 31. The special puja on Varalakshmi Vratam is performed by the womenfolk. 

Jul 31, 2020, 11:25 AM IST

Shravan Putrada Ekadashi 2020: Date, Time and why it is celebrated

This day is especially observed by Vaishnavas - the followers of Lord Vishnu. 

Jul 30, 2020, 09:37 AM IST

Kamika Ekadashi Vrat 2020: Date, time, significance and legend

Kamika Ekadashi falls during the Shravana or Sawan months (July-August).

Jul 16, 2020, 08:26 AM IST

Yogini Ekadashi Vrat 2020: Time, legend and why it is celebrated

The Ekadashi which falls right after Nirjala Ekadashi and before Devshayani Ekadashi is called Yogini Ekadashi. 

Jun 17, 2020, 08:25 AM IST

Yogini Ekadashi Vrat 2020: Date, time and significance of the day

The Ekadashi which falls right after Nirjala Ekadashi and before Devshayani Ekadashi is called Yogini Ekadashi. 

Jun 16, 2020, 09:26 AM IST

Nirjala Ekadashi 2020: Date, Prarana Time and significance

Nirjala Ekadashi usually takes place a day after Ganga Dussehra (the day when it is believed Ganga descended from the heavens to earth) but at times both the festivals fall on the same too.

Jun 02, 2020, 08:34 AM IST

Nirjala Ekadashi 2020: Date, timings and significance - all you need to know about the auspicious day

This year, Nirajala Ekadashi will be celebrated on June 2. Ekadashis are very important days in the Hindu religion.

May 31, 2020, 09:42 AM IST

Apara Ekadashi 2020: Significance, puja timing, vrat rituals and all you need to know

On this day, devotees pray to Lord Vishnu and believe that with keeping a vrat (fast) all the sins will be washed away.

May 18, 2020, 10:14 AM IST

Narasimha Jayanti 2020: Puja timings, date and vidhi

On this day, devotees of Lord Vishnu observe fast which is similar to Ekadashi fasting.

May 06, 2020, 10:23 AM IST