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Satosha Yatra at Takewadi Village in Man Taluka – Satoba Temple Yatra

Satosha Yatra (also referred as Satoba Yatra) is held in Ashwin month. It is the annual festival and fair at the Satosha Temple at Takewadi village in Man Taluka in Satara District. It is held during the Navratri Vijayadasami and Dasara period. Satosha Yatra 2024 date is October 13. Satosha yatra attracts hundreds of people. It is held on the Vijaya Dashami and Dasara day. Various rituals and spiritual programs are held on the day. Satosha Temple is a beautiful shrine located atop a hill. One has to climb numerous steps to reach this shrine dedicated to a powerful local deity. Satosha Yatra is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Dasami Tithi or the tenth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Tuljabhavani Yatra at Belwandi Budurk in Shrigonda

Tuljabhavani Yatra is held in Ashwin month. It is the annual festival and fair at the Tulja Bhavani Temple at Belwandi Budruk in Shrigonda. It is held during the Navratri Vijayadasami and Dasara period. Tuljabhavani Yatra 2024 date is October 13. The annual yatra attracts hundreds of people. It is held on the Vijaya Dashami and Dasara day. Various rituals and spiritual programs are held on the day. Tuljabhavani Yatra is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Dasami Tithi or the tenth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Jagannath Maharaj Prakatutsav at Begvade Village in Bhudargad

Jagannath Maharaj Prakat Utsav is observed in Ashwin month. It is the appearance day of Jagannath Maharaj, a great saint, and the day is of great importance at Begvade Village in Bhudargad Taluka in Kolhapur District. Jagannath Maharaj Prakatutsav 2024 date is October 12. Hundreds of visit participate in the various spiritual programs organized by the followers of Jagannath Maharaj at Begvade near Bhudargad. Jagannath Maharaj Prakat Utsav is annually observed in Ashwin Shukla Paksha Dasami Tithi or the tenth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Siddharaj Devasthan Vijaya Dasami Yatra at Kavathe Ekand – Siddharaj Temple Navratri and Dasara Festival

Siddharaj Devasthan Mandir Dasara, Navratri, Vijaya Dashami yatra is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual festival and fair at Siddharaj Temple at Kavathe Ekand in Tasgaon, Sangli. Siddharaj Devasthan Dasara 2024 date is October 12. The festival is famous for fireworks and light works, which is held on the Vijaya Dashami and Dasara day. Siddharaj Devasthan Temple is a very popular and an ancient shrine in this part of Maharashtra. Siddharaj Devasthan Vijaya Dasami festival is organized on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Dasami Tithi or the tenth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Waving of lamps in the evening on the banks of Ganga River in Varanasi

Waving of lamps in the evening on the banks of Ganges River in Varanasi is known as Ganga Aarti. It is an important ritual held in evening at Varanasi or Kashi. The place of the ritual is near to the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Waving of lamps in the evening in Varanasi is held at the famous Dasaswamedh Ghat. Waving of lamps at Dashashwamedh Ghat is dedicated to Ganga River, Lord Shiva, Agni and Surya. It is performed for the welfare of the entire universe.

Kusai Devi Navratri Festival and Yatra at Bilashi in Shirala Sangli

Kusai Devi Navratri and Yatra is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Kusaidevi Temple in Bilashi village near Shirala in Sangli District of Maharashtra. The festival is organized during the Navratri period. Kusai Devi Navratri Festival and Yatra 2024 date is October 3 to October 12. The most important dates are October 11 and October 12. Bilashi Kusai Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Kusaidevi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Kusai Devi Navratri Festival in Bilashi is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Story of the Previous Life of Manthara in the Ramayana – Why she was Cunning and Deceitful?

Manthara in Ramayana was the old maid servant of Queen Kaikeyi. It was her cunning and deceitful nature that poisoned the mind of Kaikeyi and which eventually resulted in the exile of Bhagvan Sri Ram. The story of the previous life of Manthara and why she was deceitful and cunning is mentioned in the Ramopakhyan in the Mahabharata. Manthara was taken along when Bharata went to the forest to invite Bhgavan Sri Ram, Mata Sita and Lakshman back to Ayodhya. Manthara saw all her plans go awry when Bharata declared that he will not become the next king of Ayodhya. She then realized her mistakes and fell on the feet of Bhagvan Sri Ram. To console Manthara, Bhagvan Sri Ram narrated her story. In her past life she was a beautiful Gandharvi – celestial beings who entertained the Devas through music and songs. She was told by Brahma to take birth as Manthara and was the given the mission to exile Sri Ram to forest so that he can bring end to the rule of the demons and convert them to t

Origin of Ganesh Chaturthi Festival

Ganesh Chaturthi or Vinayaka Chaturthi, the birthday of Lord Ganesha, is one of the most popular Hindu festivals celebrated throughout India and by Hindu around the world. Ganesh Utsav falls on the fourth day of the bright fortnight of the month Bhadrapada (August-September). The origin of Ganesh Chaturthi also explains why Ganesha has an elephant head. According to Hindu Mythology, once Lord Shiva was out hunting with his ‘Ganas’ or attendants. Parvati, Shiva’s consort, was alone and desired to take a bath. But since there were no attendants to guard the entrance of the house, Parvati created a handsome young Ganesha from mud and asked him not to let anyone inside. Soon, Lord Shiva returned and found an arrogant guard stopping him from entering his house. In a fit of fury, Lord Shiva cut off Ganesha’s head. When Parvati came to know about the fate of Ganesha, she was overwhelmed with grief and Lord Shiva soon realized the grave mistake had committed in anger. He

Devi Bhagavati Navratri Festival and Yatra at Kotkamte in Devgad Sindhudurg

Kotkamte Devi Bhagavati Navratri and Yatra is observed in Ashwin month. It is the annual fair and festival held during Navratri period at the Devi Bhagavati Temple at Kotkamte in Devgad, Sindhudurg District. Devi Bhagavati Yatra 2024 date is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. Devi Bhagavati Yatra attracts hundreds of devotees on the occasion. The temple is lavishly decorated during the time. All Navratri rituals are strictly followed here including Ghata Sthapana, Ashtami and Navami. Music festival, bhajans and reading of stories from Devi Bhagavatam are held here on the occasion. Kotkamte Devi Bhagavati Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Devi Bhagavati, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped in coastal Maharashtra, Karnataka and Kerala. Kotkamte Devi Bhagavati Navratri Festival and Yatra is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per tradition

Balkrishna Maharaj Punyatithi at Nandeshwar near Mangalwedha

Balkrishna Maharaj Punyatithi is observed in Ashwin month. It is the death anniversary of Shri Samarth Sadguru Balkrishna Maharaj. The day is of great importance at Nandeshwar near Mangalwedha in Maharashtra. Balkrishna Maharaj Punyatithi 2024 date is October 12. The important functions on the day is held at Shri Samarth Sadguru Balkrishna Maharaj Temple in Nandeshwar. Hundreds of followers of the Maharaj participate in the various programs held on the day. Balkrishna Maharaj Punyatithi is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Navami Tithi or the ninth day during the waxing phase of moon as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra. 

Lalita Saptami Vrat observed for a Year

Lalita Saptami Vrat, also known as Kukkuti Vrata, is observed for a year starting from the saptami tithi during the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapad month (seventh day during the waxing phase of moon in Bhadrapad month). Lalita Saptami Vrat 2024 begins on September 10. The vrat is observed for one year on the seventh day in both the fortnights of every month. Sacred stories from Puranas are listened on the day. No food is taken during the day. Eight fruits are offered during puja. The fast is broken after evening puja. Goddess Ambika and Lord Shiva are worshipped on the day. The person observing the vrata wears a thread band made of gold or silver with eight knots as token of his resolve on his arm throughout his life. Food donation is performed to the poor when vrat is completed.

Amba Devi Navratri Festival in Amravati –Amba Devi Mandir Navratri

Navratri at Amba Devi Temple in Amravati in Maharashtra is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Amravati District. The 2024 Navratri festival at Amba Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular shrine of Aai Amba. Amravati Amba Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Amba Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped in North and western parts of India. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Amba Devi Navratri Festival in Amravati is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra – Navratri Khandoba Jatra and Festival at Mangsuli, Belgaum

Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra is observed in Ashwin month. It is the annual fair and festival at Khandoba Temple at Mangsuli Village in Athani, Belgaum. The ritual is held during the Navratri festival period. Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra 2024 date is October 12. Mangsuli is believed to be the place where Khandoba, a manifestation of Lord Shiva, killed demon Malla. Mangsuli Khandoba is the Kuldevata or family deity of several communities in Southern Maharashtra and Northern Karnataka. The annual Yatra during Navratri attracts thousands of people the shrine. Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra is yearly held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Navami Tithi or the ninth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Karnataka.

Ekvira Devi Palki during Navratri Festival at Ekvira Temple near Karla Caves

Navratri at Ekvira Devi Temple, near Karla Caves in Lonavala in Maharashtra, is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Western Maharashtra. The 2024 Navratri festival at Karla Ekvira Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The most important ritual during the period is the Ekvira Devi Palki, which is observed on the ninth day – October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in the region. Karla Ekvira Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Ekvira Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Karla Ekvira Devi Temple Navratri Festival is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon

Navratri Festival at Ekvira Devi Temple in Hiwara in Yavatmal

Navratri at Ekvira Devi Temple, at Hiwara in Yavatmal in Maharashtra, is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Yavatmal. The 2024 Navratri festival at Hiwara Ekvira Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in the region. Hiwara Ekvira Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Ekvira Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Hiwara Ekvira Devi Temple Navratri Festival is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Ekvira Devi Temple Navratri Festival in Amravati

Navratri at Ekvira Devi Temple, at Amravati in Maharashtra, is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Amravati District. The 2024 Navratri festival at Ekvira Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in Maharashtra. Amravati Ekvira Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Ekvira Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Ekvira Devi Temple Navratri Festival in Amravati is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Every Shivratri Sunlight Falls on Shivling at the Kashi Vishwesara Swami Shiva Temple in Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh

It is a unique phenomenon that is happening without a break for three centuries. On the morning of Shivratri suns rays falls on the Shivling worshipped at the Shiva Temple located on the banks of Neera River in Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh. The spectacle continues for a week at the Kashi Vishwesara Swami Temple in Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh. The Hans India writes This morning the sun rays touched the presiding deity at the 14th century temple of Kasi Viswesara Swami along the long the riverbanks of Neeva River . The phenomenon will continue daily for one week till February 23. The spectacle will be visible every day for about 10-15 minutes between 6.50 AM to 7.05AM. Legend has it that Emperor Krishnadevaraya worshiped at the temple and extended his patronage for its up keep and maintenance. The temple patronized by later Cholas Kings and Arcot Nawabs is one of the five Siva temples built along the Neeva River during the same period.  The rare phenomenon is that on th

Hindi Mantra for Getting Job - Mantra in Hindi Language For All Job Or Employment Related Problems

Below is a prayer in Hindi language for getting job. Anyone can chant this mantra for all job or employment related problems. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the prayer in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Kannada Mantra for Getting Job - Mantra in Kannada Language For All Job Or Employment Related Problems

Below is a prayer in Kannada language for getting job. Anyone can chant this mantra for all job or employment related problems. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the prayer in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Telugu Mantra for Getting Job - Mantra in Telugu Language For All Job Or Employment Related Problems

Below is a prayer in Telugu language for getting job. Anyone can chant this mantra for all job or employment related problems. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the prayer in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Tamil Mantra for Getting Job - Mantra in Tamil Language For All Job Or Employment Related Problems

Below is a prayer in Tamil language for getting job. Anyone can chant this mantra for all job or employment related problems. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the prayer in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.