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Mahalaya to Durga Puja 2026 Complete Timeline: What Happens Before Maa Durga Arrives?
Mahalaya marks the end of Pitru Paksha and the beginning of the festive journey toward Durga Puja. This article explains the complete timeline from Mahalaya on October 10 to Vijayadashami on October 21, 2026, covering Devi Paksha, Puja preparations, Shashthi rituals, Bodhan, Nabapatrika, Maha Ashtami, Sandhi Puja, Maha Navami and Durga Visarjan.
October Amavasya 2026: Sarva Pitru Amavasya (October 10)- Date, Time, Tarpan, Vrat Vidhi and Puja Rituals
Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026 falls on October 10 and marks the end of Pitru Paksha. Know the Amavasya Tithi, Shraddha and Tarpan timings, Vrat Vidhi, Puja rituals, Pind Daan, donation rules and significance. The article also explains how Pitru Paksha concludes before Shardiya Navratri begins on October 11, 2026.
What Happens After Pitru Paksha: Auspicious Work That Can Resume From October 11
Pitru Paksha 2026: Pitru Paksha ends on October 10, 2026, with Sarva Pitru Amavasya. After this period, many families look towards the beginning of Devi Paksha and the return of auspicious activities. However, not every ceremony or new beginning should be treated as automatically auspicious from October 11. Here is what traditionally changes after Pitru Paksha and which types of work can be considered from October 11, 2026.
How to Perform Tarpan and Pind Daan at Home: Samagri List, Mantras and Step-by-Step Vidhi
Pitru Paksha 2026 is underway, and many families perform Tarpan and Pind Daan to offer prayers and pay respects to their ancestors. These rituals can be performed at home in a simple form when visiting a temple, riverbank or sacred pilgrimage site is not possible. Here is a practical guide covering the Tarpan and Pind Daan samagri list, preparation, simple mantras, direction, and step-by-step vidhi.
Gaya Pind Daan 2026: How to Book Online, Where It Happens, Cost and Rituals Explained
Gaya is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations for Pind Daan and ancestral rituals. With Pitru Paksha 2026 ending on October 10, many families are looking for where Pind Daan is performed in Gaya, how the ritual is conducted, how much it costs and how to arrange it online. Here is a practical guide covering major ritual sites, booking options, indicative costs and key things to check before travelling.
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Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026: 7 Foods You Should Offer to Ancestors for Shraddha on October 10
Sarva Pitru Amavasya falls on October 10, 2026, a significant day for honoring ancestors through thoughtful offerings. Families traditionally cook a modest and sattvic meal comprising rice, kheer, and a variety of fruits. Alongside black sesame, barley, and moong dal, local fresh vegetables are included. This ritual promotes a focus on simplicity and reverence for one’s ancestors rather than extravagant culinary presentations.
Pitra Dosh in Kundli: What Is It, How Does It Happen? Know Lakshan, Nivaran Mantra and Upay This Pitru Paksha
Pitra Dosh, also called Pitru Dosha, is a concept in Vedic astrology associated with the Sun, the ninth house and ancestral themes in a Kundli. Searches around “pitra dosh kya hai”, “pitra dosh ke lakshan” and “pitra dosh ke upay” rise during Pitru Paksha, as people look for its meaning, possible Kundli combinations, signs and traditional remedies. This year, Pitru Paksha is underway from September 27 to October 10, 2026.
Can We Buy Gold In Pitru Paksha 2026? Should You Buy Jewellery During Shraddh Or Wait Until It Ends?
Can you buy gold during Pitru Paksha 2026? Many families traditionally avoid gold jewellery and other celebratory purchases during Shraddh, although customs differ and necessary purchases may be treated differently. Purnima Shraddha falls on September 26, while the main Pitru Paksha period begins with Pratipada Shraddha on September 27 and ends with Sarva Pitru Amavasya on October 10. Know what tradition says about gold, jewellery, property and other new purchases.
Pitru Paksha 2026 start date and end date: Check when Shradh begins, ends, rituals to follow and what to avoid
Pitru Paksha 2026 is set to begin on September 27 and will last until October 10, emphasizing the importance of rituals for honoring ancestors. During this period, families will engage in practices such as Shradh, Tarpan, and Pind Daan.
September 2026 Purnima and Amavasya Dates: Rituals, Timings and Significance
September 2026 brings two important lunar observances, Bhadrapada Amavasya and Bhadrapada Purnima. Devotees will observe these sacred days with fasting, prayers, charity, ancestral rituals and spiritual practices. Know the exact Purnima and Amavasya dates, tithi timings, puja rituals, religious significance and important observances to follow during this spiritually significant month of the Hindu calendar.
Satyanarayan Puja On Bhadrapada Purnima 2026: Date, Time, Samagri And Complete Puja Vidhi
Bhadrapada Purnima 2026 will be observed on September 26, bringing an important full moon day for Purnima Vrat and Lord Satyanarayan worship. From puja samagri and step-by-step Satyanarayan Puja Vidhi to fasting rules, prasad and charity, know how devotees can observe the day at home. The Purnima also comes around the transition into Pitru Paksha, adding significance to the occasion.
IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony: Check star-studded line-up for mega show; when & where to watch 18th season opener
The IPL 2025 season will begin on March 22 with an opening ceremony featuring performances by Bollywood stars Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and singer Arijit Singh at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The Kolkata Knight Riders will face the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the first match, which will be broadcast live on Star Sports and JioHotstar.
Why was Sobhita Dhulipala’s father ‘pissed’ during her wedding with Naga Chaitanya?
Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya solemnized their union in a grand wedding ceremony held in Hyderabad on December 4. Cheerful photos and videos of the newlyweds are making waves on social media.
Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh reveal their daughter's 1st pic and name: Check the meaning and significance of the name 'Dua'
Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, Malaika Arora, Rakul Preet Singh, Bhumi Pednekar, Aditi Rao Hydari, Hansika Motwani, Upasana Konidela, Arjun Kapoor, and several others responded with heart and protective-eye emojis to share their excitement. Deepika’s sister, Anisha Padukone, playfully remarked, "Mothering is a whole other story."
Naga Chaitanya-Sobhita Dhulipala’s engagement video goes viral
The engagement was held at Nagarjuna's residence, and although photos from the event have already spread widely, a new video has surfaced online, giving a glimpse of Sobhita on the day of the engagement. This initial clip from the ceremony captures an excited Sobhita as she gets ready and makes her way to the venue.
Vikrant Massey's '12th Fail' wins big at Critics' Choice Awards 2024
The movie is based on Anurag Pathak's best-selling novel about the incredible journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi.
'Log kahenge tum BJP wale ho": BeerBiceps' Ranveer Allahabadia and PM Modi engage in fun banter at National Creators Award
Prime Minister Narendra Modi awarded YouTube creator Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps) the Disruptor of the Year title at the National Creators Award in Bharat Mandapam. The event featured a lively banter between the two, with Allahbadia sharing fitness tips, prompting Modi's playful remark, "People may say now that he's saying what Modiji says, He belongs to BJP now." The ceremony honored creators across various categories, reflecting digital content's diverse impact.
Darsha Amavasya 2023: Here is everything about this no-moon festival
Darsha Amavasya 2023 will soon be observed by Hindus all over the world in March 2023.
'Kantara' star Rishab Shetty dedicates Dadasaheb Phalke award to Puneeth Rajkumar & SK Bhagavan
The writer-director won the Most Promising Actor award on Monday.
Jacqueline Fernandez knocks on Delhi HC door, seeks travel nod to UAE for IIFA
The actress in her plea sought a 15-day exemption to travel for work commitments.
Luv Ranjan's white wedding was a starry affair: Ranbir Kapoor, Kartik Aaryan, Shraddha Kapoor party with the newly-weds
The newly-married couple have known each other since college.
Varun Dhawan hosts bachelor party in Alibaug, 'sangeet' ceremony a star-studded scene
The 'Dilwale' star and his longtime girlfriend Natasha Dalal will take their vows on Sunday.
Rekha back on stage after 20 years, will perform live at IIFA
Actor Varun Dhawan made the announcement and said that it will be the "highlight" of the ceremony.
Hitched! Bipasha Basu & Karan Singh Grover tie the knot
The wedding, which took place at a South Mumbai Hotel, was a private affair with family and close friends in attendance.
In pics: Bipasha Basu gets ready to exchange wedding vows with Karan Singh Grover
Even as pre-wedding festivities kept the actress busy, she did manage to post a few pictures of a puja on Instagram.
An Eiffel Tower at BKC
Actress Shraddha Kapoor unveiled a four-storeyed replica of the French monument at Kanakia Spaces’ new project 'Kanakia Paris'
Cola for the soul
The villager has come to the shop in Putthur to return a recently purchased bronze bell. His complaint sounds strange to your columnist.
Times Celebex: Aashiqui 2 puts Aditya and Shraddha in the top 12
Times Celebex is a monthly rating index based on several measurable parameters, including the stars' Box-Office performance.
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