2+ week, 1+ day ago (315+ words) Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat 2025: Ekadashi fasts are considered one of the most powerful ways to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi comes twice every lunar month, making a total of twenty-four Ekadashis in a year. In Sanatan Dharma, Ekadashi is believed to be a sacred day dedicated to Lord Hari (Vishnu). Observing a fast on this day is said to bring the divine grace of Lakshmi-Narayana. According to the Hindu calendar, Utpanna Ekadashi also known as Utpatthi Ekadashi, falls on the Krishna Paksha of the Margashirsha month. It is the first Ekadashi that comes after Kartik Purnima. As per religious beliefs, this day is dedicated to Maa Ekadashi. The story says that when the demon Mura tried to attack Lord Vishnu while he was resting, a divine goddess emerged from Vishnu's energy and destroyed the demon. This goddess later came…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (276+ words) Happy Kartik Purnima 2025 wishes, quotes, WhatsApp messages, status, and greetings: Celebrated as Dev Deepavali, Kartik Purnima will be celebrated across the country on November 5, 2025. Kartik Purnima, one of the most sacred days in the Hindu calendar, marks the full moon of the holy month of Kartik Celebrated as Dev Deepavali, the festival will be celebrated across the country on November 5, 2025 Here are the top wishes, WhatsApp messages, status, quotes, and greetings to make your Kartik Purnima 2025 celebrations truly memorable Happy Kartik Purnima 2025 Wishes Wishing you a bright and joyful Kartik Purnima filled with peace and prosperity May the blessings of Lord Vishnu light up your life this Kartik Purnima Happy Kartik Purnima! May your life be as luminous as the moon on this auspicious day May this Kartik Purnima bring happiness, health, and wealth to you and your family Sending…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (406+ words) Nostradamus has on many occasions predicted the future occurrences for this year predicted that before the year ends, a new pandemic will be plaguing people. Beyond this, the predictions indicate war in England and a meteorite hitting the planet, according to the Mirror. As 2025 draws to a close, fears are swirling that the most famous prophecy about humanity's doom could become reality. According to Britannica, French astrologer and alleged seer Nostradamus previously predicted the beginning of a conflict in England, a meteorite hitting the Earth, and the rise to power of an aquatic leader. On the positive side, Nostradamus has also predicted that a long war will end, which suggests that the ongoing tussle between Russia and Ukraine may conclude soon. Nostradamus writes that the long war will exhaust the entire army, leaving no money for the soldiers. Instead of…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (279+ words) Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has urged devotees not to visit Ayodhya on November 25, the day of the historic Ram Lalla flag hoisting ceremony, citing security and management reasons. Champat Rai, the Trust's General Secretary, requested devotees to witness this landmark event from their homes. "This day marks the completion of the Ram Temple and is a moment of pride for every devotee," Champat Rai said. "The flag hoisting signifies that the Ram Temple has reached its final form. This is not just a moment for Ayodhya, but for the entire nation." The ceremony will see participation from several prominent figures, including the Prime Minister of India, the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, among others. No, due to security protocols, the temple premises will remain closed to the general…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (496+ words) The temple trust, administration, and security agencies are working round-the-clock to ensure seamless execution of a program spread over several days. This is a comprehensive guide to all events, timings, preparations, security arrangements, rituals, and PM Modi's movements for the Dhwajarohan celebrations. Ayodhya witnessed a grand start to the celebrations on November 20, with a spectacular Kalash Yatra featuring 551 urns filled with Saryu water. This spiritual procession has set the tone for the multi-day festival. From November 21, the Janmabhoomi temple complex has begun holding traditional dhwajarohan rituals in multiple shrines on the premises. These daily ceremonies are being held to spiritually prepare the temple for the historic moment on the 25th. The flag hoisting will occur during the sacred Abhijit Muhurat, the time associated with Lord Ram's birth. Temple Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Mishra stated that performing Dhwajarohan during Ram's birth constellation…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago (389+ words) Varanasi: Faith shimmered from the embrace of Mother Ganga as the crescent-shaped ghats of Kashi glowed with millions of lamps on the sacred occasion of Dev Deepawali. The city of Shiva bathed in divine radiance as the golden reflections of diyas danced upon the Ganga's north-flowing waves " a vision as if heaven had descended upon earth. A powerful message of patriotism blended with spirituality as a replica of the Amar Jawan Jyoti was installed at Dashashwamedh Ghat, where tributes were paid to Kargil martyrs. This year's festival was dedicated to "Operation Sindoor," saluting the courageous mothers of the nation. The Yogi government had aimed to light 10 lakh lamps, but public enthusiasm elevated the count to 1525 lakh, including one lakh eco-friendly diyas made from cow dung. From ghats and temples to wells and ponds, Kashi gleamed like a garland of gold....

3+ week, 5+ day ago (258+ words) Kartik Purnima is considered one of the most auspicious and sacred days in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the full moon day of the Kartik month, which usually comes 15 days after Diwali. This year, the festival will be celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm on November 5, 2025. Kartik Purnima 2025: Moonrise timings Participating in these sacred rituals during the prescribed muhurat is said to attract prosperity, peace, and spiritual growth. Across India, temples and riverbanks witness thousands of devotees offering prayers, lighting diyas, and celebrating the divine glory of Kartik Purnima with unwavering devotion. Kartik Purnima 2025: Puja Vidhi Donating lamps on Kartik Purnima is regarded as highly auspicious and spiritually rewarding. Devotees believe that sprinkling Ganga water throughout the house after the holy bath and charity rituals helps dispel negativity, remove suffering, eliminate poverty, and protect against diseases. Many followers also observe…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (187+ words) Uranus is considered as a powerful planet in western astrology and it signifies change, revolution, and innovation. It gives hope to people to think differently, adopt new measures, and explore new ideas." However, in Vedic astrology's system of nine planets (Navagrahas), Uranus does not hold a recognised place, but it has been discussed in ancient texts under the name Arun Graha. Today, many modern Indian astrologers have started including Arun Graha (Uranus) in their calculations and analysis. This Arun Graha (Uranus) will form a 180-degree position with Mars on November 4. In astrology, this angular position is known as "Pratiyuti Drishti." Since the planets lie in the seventh house, it is also referred to as "Samasaptak Yog." According to astrologer Harsh Vardhan Shandilya, the Mars'Uranus alignment will bring wealth and prosperity to the birth chart holders of three zodiac signs. There…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (433+ words) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated a 77-foot-tall bronze statue of Lord Ram at the historic Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt in South Goa. The Prime Minister also visited the temple inside the mutt complex, located in Partagali village of Canacona. The newly unveiled structure is now considered the tallest statue of Lord Ram in the world. It has been created by renowned sculptor Ram Sutar, the artist behind Gujarat's Statue of Unity. The Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt is one of India's oldest monastic institutions and holds a major place in the Saraswat community. Known for its spiritual, cultural and social work, the mutt has been an important centre of learning and religious activity for more than five centuries. The mutt premises in Goa were established 370 years ago in Partagali village, and the institution is currently celebrating 550 years…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago (282+ words) Chittorgarh: The Sanwaria Seth Temple in Chittorgarh has received record-breaking donations this year. After five stages of counting, the total donations have crossed Rs 40.33 crore, and counting continues. The temple, famous across the Mewar region, opened its donation vault two months after Diwali. To handle the growing crowd and ensure smooth counting, the administration moved the process from the courtyard to the Satsang Hall within the temple premises. The vault opened on November 19 after Bhog and Aarti. Administrative officer Prabha Gautam, temple president Hajari Das Vaishnav, and other officials supervised the event. This year, the cash collected reached an all-time high. Around 200 staff members are counting the donations. So far, they have processed cash donations, while contributions through the temple office, online payments, and money orders remain. They also plan to count gold, silver, coins, and foreign currency. At Sanwaria…...