Navratri Day 1 (March 19, 2026): Maa Shailputri Puja, Ghatasthapana Muhurat & 5 Powerful Rituals for a Strong StartNavratri Day 1 is more than just the beginning, it’s a powerful reset point. By performing Ghatasthapana at the right time, following key r...
18 Mar, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
When Is Navratri 2026? Exact Dates, Ghatasthapana Muhurat, Full 9-Day Festival Calendar & Daily Goddess ScheduleNavratri 2026 is one of the most spiritually significant festivals in India, marking nine days of devotion to Goddess Durga. This article r...
17 Mar, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
Avoid These Purchases During Navratri 2026 or Risk Negative Energy & Financial SetbacksChaitra Navratri is considered one of the most spiritually charged periods in the Hindu calendar, where purity, discipline, and mindful liv...
17 Mar, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
Navratri 2025: Complete guide on what to eat, avoid, and important do’s and don’ts during the nine-day fastNavratri 2025 (Google Trends). This festival celebrates Goddess Durga and the victory of good over evil. Devotees fast for nine days. They ...
24 Sep, 2025, 04.26 PM IST
Over 120 fall sick after consuming food made of 'kuttu atta' during Navratri at several places in UPOver 120 residents in Uttar Pradesh's Chandpur area were hospitalized on Navratri's first day due to suspected food poisoning from buckwhea...
04 Oct, 2024, 06.06 PM IST
Navratri 2024: Here are fasting rules, food items to eat and avoid during the 9-day festivalShardiya Navratri 2024 will be observed from October 3 to October 11. Devotees worship Maa Durga and her nine avatars with prayers, fasting...
02 Oct, 2024, 05.54 PM IST
Durga Puja binge done, get back in shape with these 4 fitness tipsIf you are feeling that your weight-loss/fitness journey has been derailed by the Navratri feasting, we got you covered!
25 Oct, 2023, 05.59 PM IST
Navratri Day 5: Celebrate Maa Skandamata, the epitome of motherhoodThe epitome of benevolence, valour, and maternal love, Maa Skandamata, is known for her calm and protective demeanour.
19 Oct, 2023, 06.49 PM IST
Fasting for Navratri? A list of things to do, and not do for 9 daysA Navratri fast must be balanced by maintaining a Sattvic diet. This diet includes eschewing non-veg, heavily fried and processed foods and...
17 Oct, 2023, 01.10 PM IST
Shardiya Navratri 2023: Nine days of fasting begin; tradition, significance, history associated with auspicious Hindu festivalNavratri, a nine-day Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is being celebrated from October 15 to October 23. The festival holds histo...
16 Oct, 2023, 12.58 PM IST
Navratri Fasting: Here is what you can eat and what can'tNavratri is a time of prayer, fasting, and cultural expression, fostering spiritual growth and well-being. The festival brings communities ...
16 Oct, 2023, 11.36 AM IST
Change diet with seasonReducing the matra leads to induction of autophagy. Autophagy is the body's way of cleaning out damaged cells, in order to regenerate newer...
27 Mar, 2023, 12.44 AM IST
Chaitra Navratri 2023: These foods should be avoided during the 9-day-long festivalFollowing Chaitra Navratri, which begins on March 22, some foods should be avoided during the festival, which includes onion and garlic.
22 Mar, 2023, 01.28 AM IST
Navratri diet tips: Why fasting can be the perfect opportunity to start your fitness journeyAlthough fasting is a very traditional ritual and most people fast for spiritual purification, there is no denying that if you keep yoursel...
08 Oct, 2021, 09.50 AM IST
When fast food is good for healthNavratri meals should become regular inflight options as they are keto-compliant.
26 Sep, 2019, 08.28 AM IST
Railways offers 'vrat ka khana' as a part of its e-catering menu during NavratriIt consists of satvik diet like sabudana, sendha namak, kuttu ka atta, and certain vegetables.
10 Oct, 2018, 06.35 PM IST
How fasting food got creative this festive seasonIf you are devout, you have an array of options to choose from even as you abstain through these austere days.
09 Oct, 2016, 08.03 AM IST