Kali Puja (November 08, 2026) in West Bengal: Nishita Puja Muhurat, Bhoot Chaturdashi, Bhai Phonta Rituals, Significance and How Bengal CelebratesKali Puja 2026 will be celebrated in West Bengal on Sunday, November 8, coinciding with Diwali. Dedicated to Goddess Kali, the festival fea...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.13 PM IST
Choti Diwali 2026: November 7 or 8? Shubh Muhurat, Abhyang Snan Time and SignificanceChoti Diwali 2026, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, will be observed on November 8. The festival celebrates Lord Krishna's victory over de...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Dhanteras 2026: Date, puja timings in USA, UK, Canada, Australia and Dubai - Significance, greetings, and how to celebrateDhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on November 6, marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. Hindu families across the US and wo...
05 Nov, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
Why Do Businesses Close Old Accounts on Diwali 2026? Chopda Pujan Meaning, Shubh Labh and New Ledger TraditionDuring Diwali, Chopda Pujan is an important ritual for business families, signifying the closing of old financial accounts. This ceremony r...
05 Nov, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
Happy Dhanteras 2026: Date, puja timings, shubh muhurat & 30+ wishes, messages and quotes to bring good luck and prosperityDhanteras 2026 date: Dhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on November 6, with the puja muhurat scheduled from 6:34 pm to 8:34 pm. Know the Tra...
03 Nov, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Yamadeep Daan on Dhanteras 2026: Why One Diya Is Lit for Lord Yama, Not Goddess LakshmiDhanteras, celebrated on November 6, 2026, encompasses several meaningful rituals, one of which is the Yamadeep Daan. This involves lightin...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
Why Does Bengal Worship Kali on Diwali While Some Communities Pray to Hanuman on Kali Chaudas?As Kali Chaudas approaches on November 7, 2026, one question stands out: why do some devotees worship Lord Hanuman for protection during th...
02 Nov, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
Govardhan Puja 2026: Why Are Cow Dung Hills Made? The Tradition City Dwellers Are RevivingGovardhan Puja is a celebration honoring Lord Krishna's protection through the crafting of cow dung mounds symbolizing Govardhan Hill. In u...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.00 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
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026: November 8 or 9? Check Abhyanga Snan Muhurat and Krishna's Victory Over NarakasuraNaraka Chaturdashi 2026 will be observed on Sunday, November 8. The Abhyanga Snan muhurat in New Delhi is from 5:41 AM to 6:38 AM. Also kno...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
Choti Diwali or Kali Chaudas? One Festival, Different Names—The Surprising Reason India Celebrates the Same Day DifferentlyWhy is Naraka Chaturdashi called Choti Diwali in North India and Kali Chaudas in Gujarat? The same day is also known as Roop Chaudas, Bhoot...
02 Nov, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
Diwali 2026 Calendar: When is Deepawali? Check date, day, complete festival schedule from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj and significance of each occasionDiwali 2026 is set to begin with Dhanteras on November 6 and will culminate with Bhai Dooj on November 11. This five-day celebration is fil...
31 Oct, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Durga Puja's dhak drummers preserve Bengal's intangible cultural heritage and the rhythmic traditions behind every ritualWest Bengal's dhakis preserve a generations-old rhythmic language that accompanies every Durga Puja ritual. Their distinctive drum beats ca...
31 Oct, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
Bengal warns of strict action for firecracker norms violations, urges people to exercise restraintThe West Bengal government is initiating strict measures against firecracker violations during Kali Puja and Diwali. Authorities emphasize ...
29 Oct, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Karwa Chauth 2026 Wishes: Best ChatGPT prompts, WhatsApp status, images, messages, quotes, greetings to shareHappy Karwa Chauth 2026 Wishes: Karwa Chauth is a significant festival celebrated in India, emphasizing love and relationships. The festiva...
28 Oct, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
Maha Navami 2026 Today, October 19: Is It October 19 or 20? Check Tithi, Puja Vidhi and Homa MuhuratIn the year 2026, Maha Navami will be celebrated on October 19 as per the Sharad Navratri calendar, although the Bengali tradition marks it...
19 Oct, 2026, 09.14 AM IST
Sindoor Khela 2026: Why Bengali Women Play With Vermilion on Durga Puja Dashami, The Ritual, Meaning and Bengali TraditionSindoor Khela is a heartfelt Bengali tradition that bids farewell to Goddess Durga at the end of Durga Puja. On Vijaya Dashami, women honor...
15 Oct, 2026, 03.56 PM IST