The most popular Hindu festival Diwali literally means ‘an array of lamps.’ Here is a complete guide to the most famous festival in Hindu religion. Diwali 2023 date is November 12 as per Hindu Calendar - India Standard Time. It will be observed on November 12 in Tamil Nadu and in other regions in South India. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil – where the good and the evil are present in us. Lakshmi Puja 2023 date is November 12. Diwali 2023 dates and calendar is given below in detail – Diwali 2023 Dates – Calendar Vasubaras – November 10 Govatsa Dwadashi –  November 10 Vagh Baras –  November 10 Guru Dwadashi –  November 11 Diwali Day 1 -   November 10 Dhantrayodashi  Dhanteras   Yam Deep Daan  Dhanvantari Jayanti  Tihar Festival begins in Nepal  Jala Poorna Trayodasi  Diwali Day 2 -   November 11 Abhyang Snan Kali Chaudas Roop Chaturdashi Hanuman Puja Bhoot Chaturdashi Neer Thumba Habba Choti Diwali Kukur Tihar in Nepal Nar

Chitragupta mantra is chanted for achieving progress in business. It is also chanted for sin redemption and to escape from fear of death. Chitragupta puja mantra should be chanted during the evening time just after sunset. The person chanting the mantra should sit facing east. Chitragupta Mantra ॐ चित्रगुप्ताय नमः Om Chitraguptaya Namah Keep a pen or painting of Chitragupta and sit facing south. Light a lamp using pure cow ghee. Offer flowers, uncooked rice, sweet, and a fruit. Then chant the mantra 108 times. After this write the mantra 11 times in a white paper and keep it near the painting. एक चौकी पर भगवान चित्रगुप्त की तस्वीर स्थापित करें और उन्हें रोली , अक्षत , फूल , मिठाई , फल अर्पित करें। इसके बाद एक कोरे कागज पर 11 बार ' ॐ चित्रगुप्ताय नमः ' मंत्र को लिखें और इसे भगवान के चरणों में रख दें।

Godh Bharai Dates in June 2023 is based on Hindu calendar and Panchang. Godh Bharai is the Hindu baby shower and is one of the auspicious occasions. Below are the good dates in June 2023 for performing this important ritual. Godh Bharai Dates in June 2023 June 1 June 3 good time for godh bharai from 6:17 AM to 11:15 AM June 7 June 8 good time for godh bharai till 6:55 PM June 10 June 12 June 13 good time for godh bharai after 9:31 AM June 14 June 20 June 21 June 26 good time for godh bharai after 1:12 PM June 27 June 28 June 29 good time for godh bharai till 3:04 PM June 30 good time for godh bharai after 4:12 PM

Diwali is observed traditionally on Kartik Amavasya or the no moon day in Kartik month in North India. The corresponding period in other regions is the Amavasya in Ashwin month. Diwali Amavasya 2023 is November 13. Time is from Time – Amavas begins at 2:12 PM on November 12 and ends at 2:41 PM on November 13. In Tamil Nadu, it is the Aippasi Amavasai. For Diwali to be observed Amavasya tithi should be present during night time. So in some years Diwali will be observed on the day before actual Amavasya day because the Amavasya tithi ends before sunset.   Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are marked on November 12.  The most important puja on the day is the Lakshmi Puja. Legend has it that Diwali Amavasya is one of the darkest night in a year. Goddess Lakshmi arrives on earth and lits it up with her brilliance. Her glow envelops the whole world and she showers blessing of prosperity on all living beings. Other rituals that are observed on the day include Abhyanga Snan, Sharda Pujan, Ku

Moolam Natchathiram Palangal 2023 for Dhanusu Rasi born people. These predictions are based on Tamil astrology. As per Moolam natchathiram palan, Moolam Natchathiram pada 1 born Dhanusu Rashi born will need to be careful about valuables and profession. Moolam Natchathiram pada 2 Dhanusu Rashi born people might face serious health issues. Moolam Natchathiram pada 3 Dhanu Rashi born will get opportunity display their talent. Moolam Natchathiram pada 4 Dhanusu Rashi born people will decide to make important changes in life due a new relationship. Good months are January, February, June, August, and December 2023.  April, May, July, September and November 2023 are bad months. March and October 2023 will be stagnant period with not much gain. Moolam Natchathiram will see some positive developments in 2023 – the main trouble in this year will be from some jealous colleagues and enemies. Professionals will get opportunity to work in desired area in the year-end. There will promotions in th

Nyaya Ratnakara is a mimamsa text which is a commentary on Kumarila Bhatta. The celebrated author of Nyaya Ratnakara is Parthasarathi Mishra; the other well-known works of the author are – Sastradipika, Tantraratna (commentary on Tuptika),and Nyayaratnamala, an independent work (with the commentary Nyayaratna of Ramanujacharya. There is no unanimity of opinion on the date of the Parthasarathi Mishra. He came after Mandana Mishra, who was a contemporary of Adi Shankaracharya. P.V. Kane in his History of Dharmasastra (V. 2. P. 1199), puts him in 900 – 1100 CE. It will not be wrong to place Parthasarathi Mishra in the latter part of the 9th century CE or in the earlier part of the 10th century CE. He was one of the most celebrated adherents of Kumarila Bhatta. According to him, Vedas are to be regarded as eternal and self-validating. The doctrine of self-validity of knowledge is the cornerstone of the Mimamsa system. The Bhatta School speaks of six legitimate ways of knowing (pramanas

Bhadra Kaal in May 2023 based on Hindu Panchang and calendar. The timing is based on Indian Standard Time (IST). Bhadra Kal is a certain period (around 12 hours) in a Tithi as per Hindu astrology and calendar. The time is considered inauspicious for journey. No events are held during the period. Hindu also do not start new venture during the period. The time of Bhadra Kal is different is slightly different in calendars and panchangs followed in western parts of India. Bhadra Kaal in May 2023 7:54 AM to 8:43 PM on May 1 10:58 PM on May 4 to 10:49 AM on May 5 7:55 AM to 7:08 PM on May 8 12:43 PM to 11:30 PM on May 11 4:14 PM on May 14 to 3:10 AM on May 15 9:59 PM on May 17 to 9:30 AM on May 18 10:49 AM to 11:34 PM on May 23 5:23 AM to 6:21 PM on May 27 10:31 PM on May 30 to 10:54 AM on May 31

Pooradam Natchathiram Palangal 2023 for Dhanusu Rasi born people. These predictions are based on Tamil astrology. As per Pooradam natchathiram 2023 palan, Pooradam Natchathiram pada 1 born Dhanusu Rashi people might face trouble from colleagues and friends. Pooradam Natchathiram pada 2 Dhanu Rashi born people will be forced to rethink priorities due to some negative development. Pooradam Natchathiram pada 3 Dhanusu Rashi born will be lucky in matters related to love and finance. Pooradam Natchathiram pada 4 Dhanusu Rashi born people will face serious workplace related problems. Good months are March, June, August and November 2023.  January, April, July and December 2023 are bad months. February, May, September and October 2023 will be stagnant period with not much gain. Pooradam Natchathiram people will be forced to adjust to fluctuating fortune in 2023. Discipline and hard work will help professionals overcome competition at the workplace. Business people and freelancers will do w

Dyaus is derived from the root div (to shine) and means effulgent. The word means ‘sky’ in about 500 places in Rig Veda. It is surprising that there is not a single hymn addressed to it Dyaus as God. Mostly it comes in the company of prithvi (the earth) and the compound is dyavaprithvi sometimes dyavaprithvyau. Dyavaprithvi as dual deities are praised in six hymns (Rig Veda VI.159, 160, 185; IV.56; VI.70 and VII.13). Both of them together protect the ritual there and grant wealth liberally to devotees. They are parents of gods (1-159, 1-3). The adorable Dyavaprithvi are prayed to give strength, fame and progeny to the performers of rituals (I.160.5). Both of them are requested to dyava raksatam no prithvi abhavat (save us from suffering) (I.185.2-8). Sometimes they are presented as sisters (I.185.1, 2, 5). The performer of the ritual invites both of them respectfully by bowing. (I.185.6, 7). They are offered oblation and panegyrics (IV.56.2,3) and are prayed to, to get in return a

Engagement is one of the most important ceremonies before marriage. Here are the April 2023 good dates for engagement or sagai as per Hindu religion panchang and calendar. Please note that the dates are based on Indian standard time. Engagement Dates in April 2023 – Sagai in Hindu Religion April 2 April 4 April 6 April 7 April 9 April 13 April 14 April 15 April 23 April 24 April 29 April 30 Those following Kharmas especially in North India should avoid dates before April 14, 2023.

Yama Tharpanam is an important ritual performed on Naraka Chaturdasi day by many Hindu communities in South India . Yama Tharpanam 2023 date is November 12. The ritual is dedicated to dead ancestors, dead parents and dead relatives. The Tarpan is performed on the morning of Narak Chaturdashi day. The person who is performing the ritual sits facing south and offers Tarpan to the dead. When the ritual is dedicated to dead parents, the Tarpan is made using Til (Black Sesame seeds). If parents of the person performing Yama Tharpanam is alive and he is performing it for other relatives or ancestors then cooked rice is offered as Tarpan.

Vasubaras is the first day of Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra . It is observed on the 12th day of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of moon) of Ashwin month as per traditional Marathi calendar. Vasubaras 2023 date is November 9. Vasubaras is dedicated to the worship of the cow. Women worship cows with a calf on the day. Symbolically, the cow represents motherhood. In rural India , for thousands of families cow is the sole economic source. Keeping this in mind married women offer special pujas for the well being of cows. In some communities, married women undertake a fast partaking of only one meal, and either in the morning or evening. In the morning and evening cow is worshiped. Special delicacies are given to cow on the day.

Uthradam Natchathiram Palangal 2023 for Dhanusu Rasi and Makara Rasi born people. These predictions are based on Tamil astrology. As per Uthradam natchathiram palan, Uthradam Natchathiram pada 1 born Dhanu Rashi people will be forced to make serious career decisions. You will decide to go back home after some setbacks. Uthradam Natchathiram pada 2 Makar Rashi born people searching for new job will need to be cautious about offers. Avoid giving money to strangers for jobs. Uthradam Natchathiram pada 3 Makar Rashi born will face money related problems like fraud or delay in payments. Uthradam Natchathiram pada 4 Makar Rashi born people will be lucky in games, sports and stock market. Good months are February, April, July, September and December 2023.  January, March and August 2023 are bad months. May, June, October and November 2023 will be stagnant period with not much gain. For people born in Uthradam Natchathiram, 2023 will be a year of major changes in relationship and career. Yo

Dreaming of my father beating me is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means certain actions of yours will result in severe problems including financial loss and shame to family. It also means a secret of yours will be revealed and your family will not forgive you. Dreams of father beating me mean bad friendship or bad behavior resulting in trouble. Dream of father beating me and it is in your home means failure or you disappointing your family through your actions. It also means not doing well in studies. The dream also means a new relationship of yours will not be liked by your family. Dreaming of my father beating me and you see other family members means you might object to something that is happening in the family. Dreams of father beating me and it is at an unknown place means you will become a rebel and go against family traditions and values. Dream of father beating me in front of strangers means people not trusting you. It also means you

Dreaming of my ex wanting me back is both positive and negative sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means other people who had neglected, ignored and insulted you in the past will realize your value. It also means people who had left you will return back after learning about your success. Dreams of my ex wanting me back and you seem happy in the dream then it is a sign of happiness and peace in life. Dream of my ex wanting me back and you wake up terrified or sad means you will be forced to revisit your past and you will not be happy doing it. The dream also means others forcing you to do something you are not sure about. Dreaming of my ex wanting me back and you are not seen in the dream means you will hear positive news about your ex. It also means you will be missed by your ex during a crisis or important event. Please note that thinking or talking about ex during daytime or just before going to sleep and then having the dream has no meaning. The dream will

How can one go to Bhagavan when departing from this world? It is the life-to-come after this life that we are all so very anxious about. That secret, that profound mystery, is a mighty power in this world. And it has given birth to all the religions and philosophies existing today. First we must understand that this life is not all of our existence. We must understand that when we close our career on earth, only one page of the book of life is finished. Much has gone before we came to this page and much is to follow. The soul is eternal and it is studying this book of life. When the study is finished, when the contents of this book are mastered, then it is laid aside as having served its purpose. That means liberation. We have experienced all there is to be experienced and the soul returns to its eternal abode of Peace. The play is over. We have played our part; we have done our share; we have enjoyed it (notwithstanding the hard knocks and bruises) and now the soul becomes a spectat

Dreaming of my ex boyfriend’s mother is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will be emotionally blackmailed by someone. It also means your ex boyfriend will try to make use of family to win you back. Dreams of my ex boyfriend’s mother also means you will fall into a trap set especially using someone your love or respect. Dream of my ex boyfriend’s mother and you are not seen in the dream means you will hear sad news associated with your ex boyfriend. Dreaming of my ex boyfriend’s mother and you are seen in the dream means you will meet a person you never wanted to meet accidently. Dreams of my ex boyfriend’s mother and you are angry in the dream means someone will attempt to manipulate you especially using sympathy card. Dream of my ex boyfriend’s mother and you wake up terrified or sad means certain relationships from past will return to haunt you.

Panchak is a period of five days in a month in a Hindu Lunar calendar which is considered inauspicious. Panchak May 2023 time and dates based on Hindu Calendar and Panchang is given below. As per astrologers and Panchangs, it is the transition of Moon from Kumbha Rashi (or Aquarius Zodiac) and Meena Rashi (or Pisces Zodiac). Panchak in May 2023 From 1:32 AM on May 13 Full day on May 14 Full day on May 15 Full day on May 16 till 7:42 AM on May 17 Panchak is strictly followed by certain Hindu communities and they do not travel during the period and do not perform any auspicious ceremonies. Please note that Panchak is ignored by majority of Hindu communities in South India. Some people believe that death or accidents taking place during the period is inauspicious.

Dreaming of my ex every night is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means holding on to your past will destroy your present and future. It also means you will get into problems in near future by trying to invite something or someone from your past. Dreams of my ex every night also means you are not happy with your present life and you are trying to find solace in thinking that something else would have been better. Dream of my ex every night and you wake up happy means you will soon see a change of fortune. It also means return of someone back to your life. Dreaming of my every night and you are unhappy or crying means trouble in personal life due to the arrival of a new person. Please note that dream of my ex every night usually has no meaning as it is mere extension of your daytime thoughts. Most people think about ex before going to sleep and then see dream. Such dreams have no meaning. A dream to have meaning it should happen naturally without any d

Dreaming of my ex boyfriend calling me is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will see the return of an old problem that you thought was over. It also means someone will try to irritate you in the name of an old incident or relationship in near future. Dreams of my ex boyfriend calling me and you wake up angry or terrified means you can expect some problems in present due to something you had done in the past. Dream of ex boyfriend calling me and you are ignoring it means you will show courage to overcome a problem. It also means you will decide to put an end to something that is not giving you peace and happiness. Dreams of ex boyfriend calling me and you are happy means you will have a wish of yours fulfilled especially related to relationships. The dream also means your ex boyfriend will realize your value. Dreaming of ex boyfriend calling me and you see other people in the dream means family members or friends will come to know about a

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, 24 October 2022 – It is Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 5:03 PM on October 24. Then onward it is Amavasya tithi or the no moon day till 4:34 PM on October 25. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on October 24, 2022 as per Hindu Calendar – Good auspicious time on the full day. Nakshatra  – Hasta or Hastam or Atham nakshatra till 3:18 PM on October 24. Then onward it is Chitra or Chithirai or Chithira nakshatra till 3:28 PM on October 25. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Hasta or Hastam or Atham nakshatra till