Nahay Khay 2026: New Saree or Freshly Washed? Know the Tradition Behind Ganga SnanNahay Khay heralds the commencement of Chhath Puja, embodying rituals centered on cleanliness and devotion. Adorning a new or freshly laund...
10 Nov, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Chhath Nahay Khay 2026: November 13 or 14? Check Day 1 Date, Rituals, Kaddu Bhaat and Vrat RulesChhath Puja starts on November 13, 2026, signaling a time for devotion and spiritual cleansing. Participants engage in rituals that highlig...
10 Nov, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
Chhath Puja Complete Samagri List: Check All Items Required for Nahay Khay, Kharna, Sandhya Arghya and Usha ArghyaChhath Puja is a vibrant multi-day festival celebrated with profound devotion, requiring meticulous preparations and specific offerings. Fa...
10 Nov, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Chhath Puja Vrat Rules 2026: What Can Parvaitins Eat and What Should They Avoid During the Fast?Chhath Puja vrat involves four days of strict food discipline, purification and devotion to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. From the tradition...
10 Nov, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Nahay Khay 2026: Kaddu Bhaat Recipe, Traditional Food Rules And Chhath Puja RitualsNahay Khay 2026 will be observed on November 13, marking the beginning of the four-day Chhath Puja festival. Devotees take a holy bath and ...
10 Nov, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Diwali/ Laxmi Puja bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on November 9, 2026?Bank branches will close in certain states on November 9, 2026, for Diwali and related festivities. Customers should verify bank operating ...
09 Nov, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
- Away From Bihar This Chhath Puja? Check These Ghats in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru
Thousands of families from Bihar, Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh celebrate Chhath Puja in cities far from their hometowns. From Yamuna...
09 Nov, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
Why Is the Setting Sun Worshipped Before the Rising Sun During Chhath Puja? Know the SignificanceChhath Puja follows a tradition rarely seen in other Hindu festivals: devotees offer Arghya to the setting Sun before worshipping the risin...
08 Nov, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Choti Diwali 2026: November 7 or 8? Abhyang Snan Muhurat, Shubh Timings, Chaturdashi Tithi, Puja Vidhi, Rituals and SignificanceChoti Diwali 2026 is being observed today, November 8, alongside the main Diwali celebrations. Also known as Naraka Chaturdashi and Roop Ch...
08 Nov, 2026, 07.53 AM IST
Saturday bank holiday: Are bank branches open today, November 7, 2026? Check detailsCustomers should mark November 7, 2026, on their calendars as banks will be fully operational on this first Saturday of the month. They wil...
07 Nov, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
Chhath Puja Geet: Popular Folk and Devotional Songs Sung During Nahay Khay, Kharna and ArghyaChhath Puja Geet are an integral part of the four-day festival dedicated to Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. From traditional Bhojpuri folk son...
04 Nov, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
November 2026 Hindu Festival Calendar: Diwali, Chhath Puja, Dev Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Other Important DatesNovember 2026 features several important Hindu festivals, including Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year, Bhai Dooj, Chhath...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Why Chhath Puja Is Considered One of the Strictest Hindu Fasts: The 36-Hour Nirjala Vrat ExplainedChhath Puja is a significant Hindu festival marked by a demanding 36-hour Nirjala fast. Devotees abstain from food and water while engaging...
02 Nov, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Kali Chaudas 2026 Date: November 7 or 8? Check Puja Muhurat, Rituals and Why It Differs From Choti DiwaliKali Chaudas 2026 will be observed on November 7, a day before Naraka Chaturdashi and Diwali celebrations on November 8. Also known as Kali...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Chhath Puja Prasad 2026: How to Make Traditional Thekua and What to Keep in the DauraThekua is one of the most important prasad items prepared for Chhath Puja, while the daura basket carries fruits, sugarcane, coconut and ot...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
November 2026 Festival List: From Dhanteras and Diwali to Chhath Puja, Dev Diwali and Guru Nanak Jayanti, check complete calendar of festivals and important datesNovember 2026 Festival Calendar: November 2026 marks an important time for religious observances and celebrations across India. Significant...
02 Nov, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
As Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Draws Attention, Discover the Sacred Chhath Puja Connection With Lord Rama and SitaChhath Puja is one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to the Sun God, but its connection with the Ramayana adds another layer of religi...
30 Oct, 2026, 12.18 PM IST