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Dev Diwali 2020 Date

Dev Diwali 2020 date is on Sunday, 29 November. Deva Deepawali or Dev Diwali is the festival celebrated every year in Varanasi (Kashi) on Kartik Purnima day. It is celebrated to mark the victory of Lord Shiva over demon Trupurasura. The festival is also Known as Tripurotsav. The main ritual is performed on this day is Karthika Snan i.e., taking holy bath in the Ganges river and offering of oil lighted lamps to Ganga. Kartik Poornima is associated with Prabodhini Ekadashi. The 5-day festivals start on Prabodhini Ekadashi (11th lunar day of Kartika) and conclude on Kartik Poornima.

Bathukamma Songs

Bathukamma is the floral festival (Cultural Festival of Telangana) celebrated by the Hindu women in the Indian state of Telangana. The women gather and celebrate Bathukamma Festival by singing Bathukamma Telugu Songs and playing around the Batukamma in traditional dresses. The festival is celebrated for Nine Days. Read more about 9 Days of Bathukamma Festival. Most Popular Bathukamma Telugu Songs Ememi Puvvoppune Gowramma, Ememi Kayoppune Song - Read or Download Chithu Chithula Bomma, Shivuni Muddula Gumma Song - Read or Download Rama Rama Rama Uyyalo, Ramane Srirama Song - Read or Download Rama Rama Rama Uyyalo, Rama Nandi Rama Uyyalo Song - Read or Download Usirika Chettukinda Uyyalo Bathukamma Telugu Song - Read or Download Nee Bidda Perenti Uyyalo Bathukamma Song - …

What These 19 Western philosophers Said About Hinduism?

Well Known Western philosophers on Hinduism, Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) "Hindus and Hindutva will one day rule the world, because this is a combination of knowledge and wisdom". Herbert Wells (1846 - 1946) "Until the effectiveness of Hindutva is restored, how many generations will suffer atrocities and life will be cut off, then one day the entire world will be attracted to it, on that day there will be Dilshad and on that day the world will be inhabited. Albert Einstein (1879-1955) "I understand that through his intelligence and awareness he did that which the Jews could not do. In Hinduism, t is the power that can lead to peace." “When I read the Bhagavad Gita and reflect about how God created this universe everything else seems so superfluous. “ “We owe a lot to Indians who taught us how to count, without which no worthwhile scientific discovery could have been made.” Huston Smith (1919) "The faith which is upon us and this is better than us …

Festivals in Chaitra Month

In some calendars Chaitra Month is the first month, In Some Calendars Baisakhi is the first month. For Example, in Bengali calendar, Vaisak is the first month, in Gujarati Calendar, Kartik is the first month of the year, in Telugu, Tamil & Kannada calendars Chaitra month is the first month. Because Hindus follow Two types of calendars. One is Amant, Second is Purnimant. Amant calendar is followed in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Purnimant Calendar is followed in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar. But all the festivals will fall on the same day as per Gregorian calendar. For understanding more, read about Amant & Purnimant Calendars. Festivals in chaitra month Amant Festivals Purnimant Festivals Chaitra Navarathri/ Vasantha Navarathri Sheetala Ashtami Ugadi/Yugadi Papmocihani Ekadash Gudi Padwa / Samvatsar Padvo Rang…

Hindu Months Name & Corresponding Gregorian Months

There are 12 months in Hindu Calendar. Hindus Follows Lunar & Solar calendars. In some calendar Chaitra is the First Month, In Some Calendars Baisakhi is the first month. Example in Bengali calendar Vaisak is the first month, in Gujarati Calendar Kartik is the first month of the year. But all festivals falls on the same day as per Gregorian calendar. Apart from these 12 months, Adhik Masa is there which falls once in 3 years. 1. Chaitra (March/April) Chaitra is also known as Chet, Choitro, Chaitramu, Chaitram, Chaiti. In different regions, it is called with a different name. Chaitra Masam or Chait Mahina is the first month in Lunar Hindu calendar. It is the last month in Bengali calendar & Nepali calendar. As per Gregorian calendar, Chaitra Masa falls in March/April. 2. Vaishak (April/May) Second Hindu month Vaishak Masam is also called as Vaisakha or Vishaka Mahina. In Orissa, Bengali and Punjabi calendar it is known as Baisakha. In Tamilnad…

Pradosh Vrat Katha

Sacred story of Pradosh Vrat or Pradosham is interesting one. Once there were continuous battle between gods and demons. Gods went to the trinity of gods Lord Brahma, Vishnu & Maheshwara to seek advice to win battle against demons. Trinities were told churn ocean to get the Amrita (Elixir), if it consumed no more have to die. Gods only can’t churn ocean, they also need help of Asuras (Demons). Gods asked for the help of Asuras, they agreed on a condition - sharing of Amrita 50:50 percent. They plucked Mantra hill, used as churning stick. Lord Vishnu took the Kurma (Tortoise) avatar to support mountain on his back. Vasuki (Big Snake) was requested to be a churning rope. Gods and Demons started churning. The deadly poison called Halahala come first. It can’t be consumed as it is deadly poison. Gods praised the Lord Shiva. He consumed it and holds it in the neck. Lord Shiva’s neck forms into blue color, this is why Shiva called as Neelakanta. Gods and demons st…

Hanuman Jayanthi, Veer Hanuman Shobha Yatra

Hanuman Jayanthi Hanuman Jayanthi is the birthday of Lord Sri Hanuman, The Monkey God. Lord Hanuman born on Purnima day in the month of Chaitra, i.e, on the 15th day of Shukla Paksha. Devotees offer prayers to Hanuman by going temples or at home by chanting Hanuman chalisa. Hanuman Jayanthi Shobha yatra is a rally by Hanuman Devotees. In 2017, Hanuman Jayanthi is falling on April, 11th. In Maharashtra, Hanuman Jayanthi is celebrated on Moola Nakshatra which falls in Hindu lunar month of Margazhi (Margashiram), in Karnataka it is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Trayodashi of Margashira Month. In my post I explained about Hindu Calendar or Panchangam. Hanuman is a devotee of Sri Rama. He is also called as Anjeya or Anjaneeputra. Hauman is believed to have magical powers. In India most of the villages have Lord Hanuman Temple. Telugu people observe fast or vrat with Hanuman maladharana for 41 days, which starts on Chaitra Pournami and ends on the tenth day (Dashami…

Agni Natchathiram 2024 Date & Timings – Kathiri Veyil 2024

Agni Natchathiram 2024 Start and End Date

As per Tamil Calendar, in 2024 Agni Natchathiram starts on Saturday, 4th May at 9:31 AM IST, and ends on Tuesday, 28th May at 4:37 PM IST.

About Kathiri Veyil

Agni Natchathiram, Agni Nakshatram, Kathiri Veyil, Agni veyil, Agni Karthi all are same. It is also known as akni natsathiram, Katthhir and Kartari.

Agni Natchathiram is a 21 Days period when sun passes through the Krithika (Krittika) Nakshatra.

It is a peak summer season that is why this period called as Agni Natchathiram.

When sun passes through 3rd and 4th quarter of Bharani Natchathiram, All quarters of Krittika Natchathiram and 1st quarter of Rohini Natchathiram is considered as Agni Nakshatram.

As per Panchanga, it is considered as each Nakshatra has 4 quarters.

Agni Natchathiram Story in Tamil https://youtu.be/DM2ks3sXlV8?feature=shared Rituals & Importance of Agni Natchathiram

The festival holds great significanc…

Telugu Year Ugadi Names in English

Telugu Year is the calendar year for the Telugu speaking people of India. Each Telugu calendar year has a specific name and the new year starts on Ugadi. Here we are giving list of Telugu year names in English. The Telugu calendar (Panchangam) includes 60-year names. Every 60 years one name cycle completes and the names repeat in the next cycle. For example, the Telugu year name for 1867 is "Prabhava", repeated in 1927, 1887, 2047. Ugadi is the Telugu new year festival that comes in the spring season (usually March or April). Also, see Telugu Year Ugadi names list in Telugu with details తెలుగు సంవత్సరాలు. List of 60 Telugu Years Name from Year 1867 to 2106 S. No Telugu Year Name Falling Years 1 Prabhava 1867, 1927, 1987, 2047 2 Vibhava 1868, 1928, 1988, 2048 3 Shukla 1869, 1929, 1989, 2049 4 Pramodyutha 1870, 1930, 1990, 2050 5 Prajothpathhi 1871, 1931, 1991, 2051 6 Angeerasa 1872, 1932, 1992, 2052 7 Shreemukha 1873, 1933, 1993, 2053 8 Bhaava 1874, 1934, …

60 Years Names in Telugu List from 1867 to 2106

Telugu Year is the calendar year for the Telugu speaking people of India. Each Telugu calendar year has a specific name. Here We are giving list of 60 Telugu Year Names in Telugu from Year 1867 to 2106. The Telugu calendar (Panchangam) includes 60 year names. Every 60 years one name cycle completes and the names repeat in the next cycle. For example, the Telugu year name for 1867 is "Prabhava" (ప్రభవ), repeated in 1927, 1887, 2047. Ugadi is the Telugu new year festival that comes in the spring season (usually March or April). For English list go here. List of 60 Telugu Years in Telugu క్రమ సంఖ్య సంవత్సరము పేరు సంవత్సరము యొక్క ఫలితము సంవత్సరములు 1 ప్రభవ యజ్ఞములు ఎక్కువగా జరుగును 1867, 1927, 1987, 2047 2 విభవ ప్రజలు సుఖంగా జీవించెదరు 1868, 1928, 1988, 2048 3 శుక్ల సర్వ శస్యములు సమృధిగా ఉండును 1869, 1929, 1989, 2049 4 ప్రమోద్యూత అందరికీ ఆనందానిచ్చును 1870, 1930, 1990, 2050 5 ప్రజోత్పత్తి అన్నిటిలోనూ అభివృద్ది 1871, 1931, 1991, 2051 6 అంగీరస భోగములు కలుగు…

Tulasi Vivah 2024 Date & Importance of Tulsi Puja

As per the Hindu religion, Tulsi Plant (Holy Basil) is a Sacred plant. It is believed that any Hindu household is not complete without the holy plant Thulasi which is planted at the entrance of the house to bring good fortune and positive energy to the house. Tulasi Vivah 2024 Date / Tulsi Vivah In 2024 Tulasi Vivah is celebrated on Wednesday, November 13th. Dwadashi Tithi starts at around 04:04 PM on November 12 and ends at 01:01 PM on November 13. This ceremony can be performed anytime between Prabhodhini Ekadashi and Kartik Purnima but usually, it is performed on the eleventh or the twelfth lunar day of Kartik Month. Tulsi Vivah is the ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi Plant to the God Vishnu or his avatar Krishna. It also Signifies the end of the monsoon and the beginning of the holy wedding season of Hindus. As per the Hindu religion, Tulsi Plant (Holy Basil) is a Sacred plant. It is believed that any Hindu household is not complete without the holy plant Thulasi which…

Sri Ganesha Astothara Shathanamavali

Sri Ganesha Astothara Shathanamavali Text, Lyrics in different Languages English | Hindi | Telugu | Tamil| Kannada | Malayalam | Gujarati | Oriya | Bengali Sri Ganesha Astothara Shathanamavali in English oṃ gajānanāya namaḥ oṃ gaṇādhyakṣāya namaḥ oṃ vighnārājāya namaḥ oṃ vināyakāya namaḥ oṃ dtvemāturāya namaḥ oṃ dvimukhāya namaḥ oṃ pramukhāya namaḥ oṃ sumukhāya namaḥ oṃ kṛtine namaḥ oṃ supradīpāya namaḥ oṃ sukha nidhaye namaḥ oṃ surādhyakṣāya namaḥ oṃ surārighnāya namaḥ oṃ mahāgaṇapataye namaḥ oṃ mānyāya namaḥ oṃ mahā kālāya namaḥ oṃ mahā balāya namaḥ oṃ herambāya namaḥ oṃ lamba jaṭharāya namaḥ oṃ hrasva grīvāya namaḥ oṃ mahodarāya namaḥ oṃ madotkaṭāya namaḥ oṃ mahāvīrāya namaḥ oṃ mantriṇe namaḥ oṃ maṅgaḷa svarāya namaḥ oṃ pramadhāya namaḥ oṃ prathamāya namaḥ oṃ prāṅñāya namaḥ oṃ vighnakartre namaḥ oṃ vighnahantre namaḥ oṃ viśva netre namaḥ oṃ virāṭpataye namaḥ oṃ śrīpataye namaḥ oṃ vākpataye namaḥ oṃ śṛṅgāriṇe namaḥ oṃ aśrita vatsalāya n…

Putra Ganapathi Vratam 2024 and Rituals

Putra Ganapati Vratham is observed by the childless couple for children. The Vrat is very auspicious and main ritual for Telugu people and dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Putra Ganapathi vratam is also called as Vinayaka Vratham or Vara sidhi vinayaka vratam. The Vrat is observed on the fourth day after Amavasya (Waxing Phase of Moon) in Phalgun month, i.e, on Phalguna Shudha Chavithi. Putra Ganapathi Vratam Rituals Devotees (Childless Couple) should take bath before sunrise & perform Ganesh Puja by chanting Ganesh slokas, Ganesh Ashhtothara Shathanamavali, offer Garika, lotus flowers, Archana & observe fast on this day by praying Lord Ganesha to be blessed with children. Food Offerings to Lord on Putra Ganapati Vratham - Kudumulu, Payasam, jaggery, flattened rice & fruits. Ganesh Slokas to Chant Shuklaambara Dharam Vishnum Shashi Varnam Chatur Bhujam Prasanna Vadanam Dhyaayet Sarva Vighna Upashaanthaye Vakratunda Mahakaaya Suryakoti Samaprabha Nirvighnam Kuru Mey De…

Mahalaya Amavasya 2024 Date

Mahalaya Amavasya is also known as Pitru Amavasya or Bhadrapada Amavasya or Sarva pitru/Sarvapitri Amavasya. According to the Amavasyanth calender it’s performed on the last day of the month and it is the start of Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) and Bathukamma. Generally, it falls in the September- October months of the Gregorian calendar. This day is a special, most important, and highly sacred day for Hindus as every Hindu family expresses their gratitude to the previous generations of people. Hindus pay homage to their ancestors by way of food offerings on this day. In Telangana, the colorful festival of flowers i.e. BATHUKAMMA (A Floral Festival), starts on this day and is celebrated for nine days. On this auspicious day, Bathukamma is called Engili Puvvu Bathukamma, because first, they pay homage to their ancestors by way of food offerings and then they start making Bathukamma. In Bengal, this day is the beginning of goddess Durga Devi puja festivities i.e., Navarathri Uthsa…