Discover complete details, Tithi timings, Muhurat, Puja Vidhi, Parana guidelines, and sacred Vrat Kathas for all Purnima, Ekadashi, Pradosh, Shivratri, and sacred Hindu festivals.
Paush Purnima Vrat 2026
Poornima or Full Moon in Shukla Paksh within Paush month is known as Paush Purnima. Paush is the 10th month in the Hindu calendar. The day of Paush Purnima is also the beginning of 1-month-long austerity period for the Magha month.
Observing this fast purifies the heart and soul, and bestows happiness and liberation from sins. Taking a holy bath in the sacred rivers Ganga and Yamuna on this day brings auspicious merits equivalent to thousands of Ashwamedha Yajnas.
Sakat Chauth, also known as Tilkuta Chauth, Sankat Chauth, and Maghi Chauth, is observed with deep devotion by mothers for the long life, wisdom, and protection of their children. Lord Ganesha and Sakat Mata are worshiped with sesame seed and jaggery delicacies (Tilkut).
Shattila Ekadashi 2026
Shattila Ekadashi falls during Krishna Paksha of Magha month. On this day, Sesame seeds (Til) are used in six distinct spiritual ways:
1. Til Snan (Bathing with sesame paste)
2. Til Ubtan (Applying sesame oil/paste on body)
3. Til Homa (Offering sesame into sacred fire)
4. Til Tarpan (Offering water with sesame to ancestors)
5. Til Bhojan (Eating food prepared with sesame)
6. Til Daan (Donating sesame seeds to the needy)
It is believed that donating sesame on Shattila Ekadashi washes away severe sins and ensures a place in Vaikuntha Dham.
Makar Sankranti celebrates the transition of the Sun into Capricorn (Makara Rashi) and the commencement of Uttarayana (the six-month auspicious northward journey of the Sun). It brings hope, harvest, and spiritual renewal.
Pradosh Vrat falling on Friday is called Shukra Pradosh Vrat. It brings marital bliss, good health, and fulfills cherished desires through the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati during Sandhya twilight.
Masik Shivratri is observed every month on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha. Worshipping Lord Shiva during Nishita Kaal (midnight) bestows inner peace, removes fears, and grants liberation.
Mauni Amavasya is the most auspicious Amavasya of the year. On this day, celestial nectar drops into the sacred waters of Prayagraj Sangam. Devotees observe strict silence (Maun Vrat) to attain mastery over speech and senses.
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