Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh: The vibrant city of Vijayawada has made history as its Dasara Carnival 2025 entered the Guinness World Records for hosting the world’s largest cultural and festive gathering this year. The recognition was officially presented during a grand ceremony attended by state officials, temple […]
0 Read MoreKedarnath, Uttarakhand — The sacred portals of Kedarnath Temple, one of the four revered Char Dham pilgrimage sites in India, will close for the winter season on October 23, 2025, as announced by the Sri Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC). This annual closure marks the end of […]
1 Read MorePuri, Odisha: In a landmark move for culture, history, and spirituality, the Odisha government has announced the establishment of a state-of-the-art digital library in Puri, named “Gyana Yagnya Mandap.” The initiative aims to preserve and showcase the rich heritage of Lord Jagannath Temple while making it […]
0 Read MoreTirumala, Andhra Pradesh – In Tirumala’s tradition, the grand Dasara (Vijayadashami) celebrations at the sacred Tirumala temple will be observed one day later. The customary Shami Pooja, which marks the culmination of the Dasara festivities, will not be held on Vijayadashami day but instead on the […]
0 Read MoreIndia’s leading airline, IndiGo (6E), is set to commence direct flights between Kolkata and Siem Reap, Cambodia, starting November 13, 2025. This new route marks a significant milestone as IndiGo becomes the first Indian carrier to offer direct connectivity to Cambodia, enhancing travel options for both […]
0 Read MoreBalangir, Odisha – In a significant move towards preserving India’s ancient heritage, the government has announced a ₹60 crore plan to restore and rejuvenate the iconic Chausathi Yogini Temple at Ranipur-Jharial in Balangir district. This ambitious project aims to highlight the architectural grandeur and cultural legacy of […]
0 Read MoreMelukote, Karnataka – The sacred town of Melukote, renowned for its ancient Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, witnessed a spectacular and devotional celebration on Vijayadashami as Lord Cheluvanarayana was adorned in majestic royal attire. The annual tradition drew thousands of devotees who gathered to witness the divine darshan, […]
0 Read MoreThe doors of world famed Badrinath Temple will close for the winter break from Monday, November 25, at 2:56 PM (IST), marking the formal conclusion of this year 2025’s Char Dham Yatra season in the Garhwal Himalayas. Every year the muhurta of closing the temple doors […]
0 Read MoreTIRUMALA, 2/Oct/2025 — In a majestic culmination of the annual Srivari Brahmotsavam, the sacred rituals of Chakra Snanam (holy bath of the Sudarshana Chakra) and Dwaja Avarohanam (flag lowering) were performed today amid deep devotion and grandeur at Tirumala. These pivotal ceremonies draw thousands of pilgrims […]
0 Read MoreTirumala, 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 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.