Benefaction of the following 10 articles during Pitru Paksha comes under ‘Mahadaan’. Ancestors get satisfied if these articles are presented and donated by the person performing Shradhakarma. Pitru Paksha 2026 will begin on 26 September 2026 and ends on 10 October 2026. Main Donations 1. Donate Cow (Gow Daan): The first…

Sarvapitra Shradh / Pitra Visarjan Rituals Sarvapitra Shradh is performed on the Amavasya (new moon) of Ashwin Krishna. If Shradh has been missed on a specific day or if someone’s Shradh Tithi (death anniversary date) is unknown, the Shradh can be conducted on this day. In the evening, Poori (fried…

Shradhkarma: Understanding the Human Body and the Five Koshas Shradhkarma : The Cycle of Life or Death relates to the belief that the human body is created from five Koshas: 1. Annamaya Kosha (body), 2. Pranamaya Kosha (life force), 3. Manomaya Kosha (mind), 4. Vijnanamaya Kosha (wisdom and knowledge), 5.…

Key Things to Remember During Shradha 2026 / Pitru Paksha 2026 1. On the day of Shradha 2026, the person performing ‘shradhakarma’ and the Brahmin conducting the ritual must observe celibacy to maintain the sanctity of the ceremony. 2. Avoid using black & red color flowers, strongly scented or odorless…

Those who are under the influence of Saturn Sadesati (a period of seven and a half years) or Dhaiya (a period of two and a half years), or are experiencing Saturn Dasha and Antardasha, can benefit from performing sadhana and pooja to appease Lord Shani. These rituals help in mitigating…

Period of Shradh (26th September 2026 – 10 October 2026) Based on the shastra’s saying, “Shradya pitran udishya vidhina kriyate yatkarm tat shradham,” which means, “whatever acts or rituals you perform with devotion for your deceased loved ones is known as Shradh.” The donations made during Shradh should be done…

Pitru Paksha Shraddha, Mahalaya Shraddha, Pitr Paksha Puja 2026 Pitru (Pitrus) refers to late ancestors from one's lineage, existing in soul form. Offering tarpans (water offerings with mantras) and shraddhas (in the form of Homam for Pitrs or offerings with specified mantras) can invoke their blessings. When Pitrs are pleased,…

Karwa Chauth 2025: A Festival of Devotion and Longevity for Married Women Karwa Chauth: A Festival Observed for Husbands' Longevity India is a country steeped in rich culture and traditions. Festivals play a significant role in Indian Hindu culture, each with its own unique story and relevance. Karwa Chauth is…

Karva Chauth falls approximately nine days before Diwali, making it one of the most significant fasting festivals for Hindu women in North India. This sacred day is marked by married women fasting from sunrise to moonrise, seeking the welfare, prosperity, and long life of their husbands. Karva Chauth is unique…

New Age Karva Chauth 2025: Strengthening Marriage with Modern Traditions Karva Chauth 2025 will fall on October 10, 2025. Traditionally observed by married women, this festival has evolved in recent years, with both husbands and wives participating to strengthen their marital bond. In the modern era, New Age Karva Chauth…