Festival Date and Timing: Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The Purnima Tithi (Full Moon Day) of the Shravana month will begin on August 8, 2025, at 2:12 PM and end on August 9, 2025, at 1:24 PM. The ideal time to perform Rakhi rituals is between 5:47 AM and 1:24 PM on August 9

Raksha Bandhan is a cherished festival that celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi, a sacred thread, on the right wrist of their brothers as a symbol of love, prayers for protection, and a lifelong vow of care. In exchange, brothers promise to protect their sisters and often give gifts as a token of appreciation. The festival’s name comes from Sanskrit: “Raksha” means protection, and

Varalakshmi Vratam 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, August 8, by millions of Hindu women across India and abroad. This sacred festival, observed on the Friday before the full moon in the Shravana month, is considered highly auspicious for seeking the blessings of Goddess Mahalakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu and the deity of wealth, fortune, and well-being. This vratam is especially popular in the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana,

In a remarkable spiritual and musical event, renowned music director and singer RP Patnaik released his highly anticipated version of the Hanuman Chalisa at the largest Hanuman temple in the United States, located in McKinney, Texas. This milestone event took place under the divine blessings of Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, who personally listened to the rendition and praised its ability to connect spiritually with modern audiences, especially the you

Sravana Masam 2025, one of the most spiritually powerful months in the Hindu calendar, begins on Friday, July 25, 2025, and ends on Saturday, August 23, 2025. It is considered highly sacred for performing various vratams, pujas, and devotional practices. The month is devoted to both Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi, with devotees performing rituals with great faith and discipline. Women, in particular, observe multiple vratams d

In a touching moment that has captured hearts across the globe, a Chicago family’s thoughtful gesture and clever planning led to an unforgettable encounter with Pope Leo XIV during their recent trip to Rome. The Munoz family, visiting Italy together, took it upon themselves to bring a piece of Chicago to the Vatican. Their tribute came in the form of custom-made “Da Pope” shirts, creatively styled with Chicago Bears colors and inspired by the city’s iconic cultural the

The historic lanes of Hyderabad's Old City were immersed in faith and festivity as the Bonalu celebrations at Lal Darwaza reached their vibrant peak on Sunday. Thousands of devotees, especially women dressed in traditional finery, gathered at the revered Sri Simhavahini Mahankali temple to offer Bonam to the goddess. The rhythmic beats of dappu drums echoed across the area, transforming the neighborhood into a scene of spiritual energy and cultural pride.

Introduction Mangala Gouri Vrata is one of the most sacred vratas observed by married Hindu women, particularly in South Indian states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. This vrata is dedicated to Goddess Gauri, a benevolent form of Parvati Devi, and is performed to ensure the well-being, long life, and prosperity of one’s husband and household. The vrata is traditionally observed on all Tuesdays (Mangala-var) in the Shravan month—

On the first Monday of the holy month of Sawan, a deep spiritual energy enveloped the city of Varanasi as lakhs of devotees thronged the Kashi Vishwanath Temple to perform Jalabhishek and offer prayers to Lord Shiva. The sacred city, long revered as one of India’s most prominent pilgrimage destinations, transformed into a vibrant hub of devotion as the month of Shravan began with elaborate spiritual celebrations. The atmosphere was charged with emotion and reverence as th

Guru Purnima 2025: A Celebration of Spiritual Wisdom Guru Purnima 2025, falling on Thursday, July 10, is a special day dedicated to honoring the gurus—those who guide us on the path of knowledge and enlightenment. This auspicious occasion is celebrated by the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain communities and holds deep spiritual significance. Guru Purnima commemorates

Chaturmasya: A Sacred Four-Month Period of Devotion, Discipline and Diet in Hinduism Chaturmasya, derived from the Sanskrit words “chatur” (four) and “masya” (month), is a sacred period of spiritual retreat and disciplined living in Hinduism. Spanning four months during the Indian monsoon, Chaturmasya begins on Shayani Ekadashi in Ashadha (June–July) and ends on Prabodhini Ekadashi in Kartika (October–November). This period is mar

Devshayani Ekadashi, also known as Shayani Ekadashi or Ashadi Ekadashi, is one of the most revered days in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the eleventh day of the waxing moon in the Ashadha month and marks the beginning of Chaturmas, a sacred four-month period during which Lord Vishnu is believed to enter a meditative sleep. In 2025, Devshayani Ekadashi will be observed on Sunday, July 6. This auspicious occasion is highly significant for devotees, especially among Vaishnavas who worship Lord

Guru Purnima 2025, a sacred day in the Hindu calendar, will be observed on Thursday, July 10, coinciding with Ashadh Purnima. This day is of immense significance as it marks the spiritual connection between devotees and their spiritual teachers, commonly referred to as Gurus. The festival also holds particular importance because it is believed to be the birth anniversary of Sage Ved Vyas, the revered author of the Mahabharata and the compiler of the Vedas. Addit

Dublin's highly anticipated Splatter Festival, known for its vibrant celebration of multicultural arts and community spirit, is calling out to local performers for its upcoming event on Saturday, September 13. The festival, taking place at Emerald Glen Park from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., is a highlight of the city's annual calendar, offering a diverse range of entertainment for all ages. The city is currently

Puri, June 27, 2025 – The sacred city of Puri in Odisha has come alive with spiritual fervor as millions of devotees gather for the grand annual Jagannath Rath Yatra. This vibrant and ancient festival, also called the Chariot Festival or Shree Gundicha Yatra, marks one of the most revered events in Hindu tradition. Celebrated each year on the second day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the waxing phase of the lunar month of Ashadh, the festival commemorates the ceremonial journey of Lord Jagannath al

Ashada Masam is the fourth month in the traditional Hindu lunar calendar and holds great significance in Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. It is a spiritually charged period filled with religious fasting, vratas, and festivals that mark the transition into the Chaturmas season, a four-month period considered highly sacred in Hinduism. In 2025, Ashada Masam as per the Kannada and Telugu calendars begins on June 26 and ends on July 24. Ashada Masam in Karnataka (K

In a landmark celebration of the 11th International Yoga Day, the tranquil beaches of Visakhapatnam transformed into a vibrant hub of wellness and unity. Under the global theme "One Earth, One Health," the event brought together Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Nara Lokesh for a spectacular coastal yoga session that attracted thousands of participants fr

India is set to mark the 10th anniversary of International Yoga Day on June 21, 2025, with a record-breaking scale of celebration. More than 2,000 yoga events will be organized across 1,300 global locations, spanning 191 countries. The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), the cultural wing of the Ministry of External Affairs, is spearheading the effort, showcasing yoga not just as an ancient practice, but as a powerful symbol of India's soft power

June 21 marks the 11th International Yoga Day, a global celebration of yoga’s profound impact on physical, mental, and emotional health. Initiated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, this day recognizes yoga as a powerful tool for promoting global wellness. For 2025, the theme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” highlights yoga’s unifying and healing power across huma

International Yoga Day 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, June 21, 2025, across the globe. This marks the 10th anniversary of the global observance that celebrates yoga as a holistic practice promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Recognised by the United Nations in 2014, the day commemorates an ancient Indian tradition that has become a global movement for wellness and inner peace. When is Int