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Sharad Purnima 2026: Why is kheer kept under moonlight? Kojagiri, Lakshmi Puja and Krishna Raas explained
Sharad Purnima falls on Sunday, October 25, 2026, marking one of the most culturally distinctive full-moon nights of the Hindu calendar. It is known by different names across India, including Sharad Purnima, Kojagiri Purnima, Kojagara Puja and Sharad Poonam, and traditions vary from region to region. One custom immediately stands out. Families prepare kheer or […]
Karwa Chauth 2026: Why do women see the moon through a sieve? Date, Sargi, rituals and the deeper meaning
Karwa Chauth will be observed on Thursday, October 29, 2026, when many married women, particularly across North and parts of western India, observe a day-long fast associated traditionally with prayers for their husband’s wellbeing and long life. The festival is known for its distinctive evening ritual in which the moon is viewed through a sieve […]
Why is Vijayadashami considered auspicious for new beginnings? The meaning of Vidyarambham, Ayudha Puja, books and tools
Vijayadashami, also called Dasara or Dussehra, is celebrated on October 20, 2026 across most of India, although some regional observances extend into October 21 because festival practices follow local lunar calendars and traditions. The day marks the culmination of Navratri and is associated with victory, renewal and the beginning of a new chapter. For many […]
Navratri 2026 Day 9: Maa Siddhidatri puja, Peacock Green colour, sesame prasad and the deeper meaning of completion
Navratri Day 9 falls on Monday, October 19, 2026, completing the nine-day Navadurga sequence with the worship of Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga. The colour associated with the ninth calendar day in the widely followed 2026 Navratri colour sequence is Peacock Green, while sesame seeds, or til, are traditionally associated with the […]
Navratri 2026 Day 8: Maa Mahagauri puja, Purple colour, coconut prasad and the deeper meaning of purity and renewal
Navratri Day 8 falls on Sunday, October 18, 2026, and the widely followed colour for the day is Purple. In the traditional Navadurga sequence, the eighth form is Maa Mahagauri, who represents purity, serenity, forgiveness and transformation. Because the lunar tithis overlap unusually in 2026, some panchangs place the formal Durga Ashtami and Mahagauri Puja […]
Why do we exchange Jammi leaves as gold on Dussehra? The Pandavas, Paalapitta and the story behind Telangana’s tradition
Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, marking the culmination of the Navratri celebrations. Across India, the festival represents victory, but the way that victory is remembered changes beautifully from one region to another. In Telangana, some of the most distinctive Dussehra traditions are worshipping the Jammi tree, exchanging Jammi leaves with family […]
Navratri 2026 Day 7: Maa Kalaratri puja, Grey colour, jaggery prasad and the deeper meaning of facing fear
Navratri Day 7 falls on Saturday, October 17, 2026, and is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri, the seventh form of Navadurga. The widely followed Navratri colour for the day is Grey, while jaggery or sweets prepared with jaggery are traditionally associated with Maa Kalaratri’s bhog. Of all the forms worshipped during Navratri, Maa Kalaratri is among […]
Navratri 2026 Day 6: Maa Katyayani puja, significance, Green colour, honey prasad and the deeper meaning behind the rituals
Navratri Day 6 falls on Friday, October 16, 2026, and is dedicated to Maa Katyayani, the sixth form of Navadurga. The widely followed colour for Day 6 of Sharad Navratri 2026 is Green, while honey is traditionally associated with the bhog offered to Maa Katyayani. In parts of southern India, the day also coincides with […]
Candle Making Course Lesson 5: Candle colours and dyes explained for beginners
Colour can completely change the personality of a candle. A soft ivory candle can feel calm and minimal, pastel shades can create a delicate decorative look, while rich red, green, blue or gold-toned candles can instantly feel festive. But colouring candle wax is not the same as colouring paper, resin or soap. A colourant that […]
Garba vs Dandiya: What is the difference, why are they performed during Navratri and what do the traditions mean?
Navratri evenings across India and Indian communities around the world are filled with colourful clothes, music, clapping, circular dance formations and the rhythmic sound of decorated sticks striking each other. Two names are heard again and again during these celebrations: Garba and Dandiya. They are often mentioned together and are frequently performed at the same […]






















































































