Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh — On the penultimate day of the Srivari Brahmotsavam, the sacred Rathotsavam unfolds in divine grandeur. At dawn, Lord Venkateswara is seated on a beautifully adorned ratham (chariot) and taken in procession along the four mada streets of Tirumala. Devotees believe that witnessing this […]
0 Read MoreThe Mahalakshmi Temple is one of the most revered and ancient Shakti Peethas, located in the sacred city of Kolhapur, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Nestled on the banks of the Panchganga River, this divine site is believed to be the abode of Goddess Mahalakshmi, who is […]
0 Read MoreUttarakhand, India – With the Himalayan pilgrimage season nearing its end, the temple authorities have confirmed that Gangotri Dham will shut its gates on October 22, followed by Yamunotri Dham on October 23—the day of Yama Dwitīya / Bhai Dooj. Devotees across the country now await the […]
0 Read MoreBimala Devi Shakti Peetha is a powerful and the oldest Shakti Peetha, dedicated to the worship of goddess Bimala or Vimala. It is the place where Sati Devi’s feet fell when Lord Vishnu severed the body of Sati Devi using the Sudarshana Chakra. Bimala Devi is […]
0 Read MoreTirumala, Andhra Pradesh – September 29, 2025: The Garuda Utsavam held on September 28, 2025, witnessed a record-breaking turnout of over 2.5 lakh devotees at Tirumala. Pilgrims began arriving as early as 6 AM, filling the Mada streets by afternoon. The event’s spiritual significance was heightened as […]
0 Read MoreBengaluru, September 2025 — In a major initiative to preserve religious heritage and improve pilgrim experience, the Karnataka government has announced plans to renovate 34,000 temples and upgrade facilities for devotees across the state. The decision, confirmed by the Muzrai (Hindu Religious Institutions & Charitable Endowments) department, […]
0 Read MoreNavaratri is a vibrant festival celebrated with great fervor across the country, especially in Kolkata, Assam, Gujarat, and Karnataka. During this festive season, Maa Durga is worshiped in nine different forms for nine continuous days. This festival begins in the Ashwin or Ashwina month (September to […]
0 Read MoreUttarkashi, Uttarakhand: In a major relief for devotees and tourists, the Gangotri route has officially reopened, allowing thousands of pilgrims to resume their sacred journey to one of the most revered shrines of the Char Dham Yatra. The reopening comes as a welcome update ahead of the […]
0 Read MoreTirumala, Andhra Pradesh – The much-awaited nine-day Brahmotsavams at the sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple began on September 24, 2025, marking one of the grandest religious festivals in India. The festivities formally commenced with the Dwajarohanam (flag hoisting) ritual, inviting devotees from across the country to participate in […]
0 Read MoreIn a much-anticipated announcement, the temple authorities of Rudranath Mahadev, one of the sacred Panch Kedar shrines, have confirmed that its doors will be shut on October 17, 2025, for the winter season closure. Significance of the Closure (Kapat Bandh) Rudranath Temple, situated in the Garhwal […]
0 Read MoreTirtha Yatra means sadhu-sanga, hari-katha, vigraha-aradhana, dhama-seva, prasada-sevana, dana-kriya and bhajana. One has to take association of devotees, hear the lilas of Hari, worship the Deity, serve the Lord in the holy place, partake prasadam, give in charity and perform bhajans. The purpose of Tirtha Yatra is to reconnect ourselves with God.