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Goda Kalyanam 2026: Divine Wedding of Sri Godadevi and Sri Ranganatha in Dhanurmasam
Goda Kalyanam (Sri Godadevi Kalyanotsavam) is observed worldwide on January 13, 2026, the concluding day of Dhanurmasam. The divine wedding of Sri Goda Devi (Andal) and Sri Ranganatha Swamy symbolizes grace, devotion, and the union of jiva with Ishvara. Temples mark the day with pre-dawn worship, Tiruppavai recitation, special alankarams, and mangalashtaka, culminating in the…
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Sacred Gateways Open: Vaikunta Ekadashi at TTD Sub-Temples, 30–31 December 2025
TTD sub-temples across Andhra Pradesh will observe Vaikunta Ekadashi on 30 December 2025 and Vaikunta Dwadashi on 31 December 2025. Key participating shrines include Soumyanatha Swamy (Nandalur), Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy (Avulapalle, Somala Mandal), the shrine at Borragmanda (Sadum Mandal), Sri Konetiraya, and other TTD-managed temples. Devotees can anticipate the opening of the Vaikunta Dwaram,…
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Tiruppavai at Dawn in Tirumala: Andal Sri Godai and the Sacred Power of Dhanurmasam
Dhanurmasam, which began on December 16, 2025 at 1.23 PM, ushers in a distinctive dawn practice at the Tirumala temple: Tiruppavai Parayanam replaces the daily Suprabhatam from December 17 onward. Rooted in Andal Sri Godai’s thirty pasurams, this tradition centers the season on devotion, humility, and contemplative discipline. Tomala and Archana in Ekantam further deepen…
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Sri Andal Kalyanam at Srirangam on Bhogi Pongal 2026: Date, Rituals, and Sacred Significance
Sri Andal Kalyanam at Srirangam is observed on Bhogi Pongal, concluding the Dhanurmasam cycle, and in 2026 it falls on January 14. The ritual commemorates Goddess Andal’s Paavai Nombu (in Margali masam) and her sacred union with Lord Ranganatha. Devotees experience a deeply moving celebration through Vedic chants, alankaram, and the formal kalyanotsavam. The festival…
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Dhanurmasam Utsavalu 2025–26 at TTD Temples: Dates, Ritual Highlights, and Devotional Joy
Dhanurmasam Utsavalu 2025–26 at TTD Temples will be observed from December 16, 2025, to January 14, 2026, with the sacred month commencing at 1:23 pm on December 16. TTD local temples, notably Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srinivasa Mangapuram, will host enhanced devotional programmes. The month emphasizes pre-dawn worship, Tiruppavai recitations, and seva-oriented offerings…
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Dhanurmasam at Yadagirigutta: Sacred Dawn Pooja, Vaikunta Ekadashi & Adhyayanotsavalu 2025–26
Dhanurmasam Pooja at Yadagirigutta (Yadadri) unfolds from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026, guiding devotees through serene pre-dawn worship and precise Vaishnava rituals. The season includes Vaikunta Ekadashi and Adhyayanotsavalu, with Tiruppavai parayanam, Vedic recitations, and focused archana to Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy. Visitors often note the peaceful early-morning ambiencelamps, bells, and collective chantingthat…
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Dhanurmasa Vratam 2025–2026: Sacred Dawn Devotion, Key Dates, and Scriptural Insights
Dhanurmasa Vratam, observed from Dhanu Sankramana to Makara Sankranti, invites dawn-centered devotion, scripturally affirmed in the Brahmanda Purana, Matsya Purana, Sri Bhagavatham, and the Narayana Samhita. For 2025–2026, it runs from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026, with regional panchang variations guiding precise timings. Households commonly offer lamp, tulasi, and naivedya to Vishnu, chant…
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Dhanu Sankranti 2025: Auspicious Date, Punyakalam Timings Guide, Meaning & Rituals
Dhanu Sankranti 2025 falls on 16 December, marking Surya’s transit into Dhanu Rashi and the start of Dhanurmasam. The auspicious Punyakalam and Mahapunyakalam cluster around the exact Sankranti moment, which varies by location and time zone. Readers learn how to determine local Shubh Muhurat via Panchang guidance and how to align pre-dawn worship with Dhanurmasam…
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Experience the Sacred Dawn: TTD Tiruppavai Pravachanams Nationwide (233 Centres), Dec 16–Jan 14
Tiruppavai pravachanams will be held nationwide from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026 at 233 centres across India under the TTD Alwar Divya Prabandha Project. The programmes focus on Andal’s Tiruppavai, traditionally recited at dawn during Dhanurmasa (Margazhi), with eminent scholars offering clear, accessible expositions. Participants benefit from structured learning, devotional recitation, and community…
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Dhanurmasam 2025–2026 (Margazhi): Auspicious Dates, Rituals, and a Sacred Dawn Guide
Dhanurmasam (Margazhi) in 2025–2026 begins on 16 December 2025 with Dhanur Sankramanam and concludes on 14 January 2026 at Makara Sankranti. The month is traditionally revered in the Vaishnava tradition for predawn worship, Tiruppavai recitation, and disciplined devotional practice. Across Tamil regions, Margazhi also highlights kolams, bhajans, Arudra Darshan, Pavai Nombu, and Katyayani Vratam. The…
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Dhanurmasam 2025–2026 Dates: Sacred Margazhi Guide to Rituals, Meaning, and Auspicious Practices
Dhanurmasam, called Margazhi in the Tamil calendar, runs from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026 and begins with Dhanur Sankramanam when the Sun enters Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius). The month is prized in the Vaishnava tradition for focused bhakti, early morning worship, and the recitation of sacred verses. Many households in Tamil cultural settings greet…
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Tiruchanoor Padmavathi Temple Dec 2025: Vaikuntha Ekadasi, Gaja Vahanam & Friday Utsavams
December 2025 at the Tiruchanoor Padmavathi Ammavari Temple features four Friday Tiruchi Utsavams, the Gaja Vahanam under the Uttarashada Star, and the twin observances of Vaikuntha Ekadasi and Vaikuntha Dwadasi. The schedule supports thoughtful planning for devotees seeking a calm and orderly darshan. Each event emphasizes disciplined worship, reflective prayer, and seva, aligning with the…
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Experience Sacred December 2025 TTD Festivals: Masa Shivaratri and Mesmerizing Theppotsavam
December 2025 at TTD local temples features a focused calendar of sacred observances, highlighted by Masa Shivaratri on 28 December at Sri Kapileswara Swamy, Tirupati, and the Theppotsavam (Float Festival) from 29 December to 2 January. In Amaravati, Venkatapalem, Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple will host special celebrations with details typically confirmed closer to the dates.…
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Katyayani Vratam 2025–2026: Auspicious Dhanurmasa Dates, Rituals, and a Sacred Path to Unity
Katyayani Vratam in 2025–2026 falls from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026, aligning with Dhanurmasam and the lunar month of Margashirsha/Margazhi. This auspicious window emphasizes pre-dawn worship, simple fasting, and mindful offerings to Goddess Katyayani. The observance strengthens inner discipline, family harmony, and community bonds through seva and shared prayer. A concise at-home puja…
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Skandagiri Temple Hyderabad: Complete Vaikunta Ekadashi 2025 GuideRituals, Timings, Darshan
Vaikunta Ekadashi at Skandagiri Temple, Hyderabad, will be observed on December 30, 2025, during Dhanurmasam. The temple opens from 4.30 AM onwards, offering a serene pre-dawn darshan before peak crowds. Key observances include a special Sudarshana Homam, Abhishekam, Sahasranamam, and Giri Pradakshinam. Each ritual emphasizes purity, protection, focus, and humility, creating a contemplative and community-centric…
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Dhanurmasam Pooja at Skandagiri Temple, Hyderabad: Comprehensive Guide to Dates and 5:30 AM Rituals
Dhanurmasam Pooja at Skandagiri Subramanya Swamy Temple in Hyderabad will be observed from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026. Special pujas take place daily at 5:30 AM for all deities, including Valli Devasena Sametha Subramanya Swamy and Adi Sankar. This guide outlines the dates, time, and devotional focus associated with Dhanurmasam (Dhanu Masam/Margazhi Masam).…
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Complete Guide to Sabarimala Mandala Pooja 2025–2026: Dates, Deeksha, and Devotional Insights
Sabarimala Mandala Pooja in 2025–2026 begins on 16 November 2025 and concludes on 27 December 2025, spanning the 41-day mandala deeksha from Vrischikam masam to the eleventh day of Dhanu masam. The observance emphasizes disciplined vrata, daily prayers, and japa, culminating in a focused period of devotion to Ayyappa. Clear date guidance helps devotees plan…
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Ayyappa Deeksha 2025–2026: Essential Dates, Ayyappa Mala Guide & Makaravilakku Insights
Ayyappa Deeksha 2025–2026 falls within Mandala Kalam, beginning on 16 November 2025 and culminating on Makaravilakku day, 14 January 2026. This concise guide explains Ayyappa Mala dharana, the 41-day vrata, and core practices such as daily puja, bhajans, and a sattvic lifestyle. It situates the observance within Karthika masam and Dhanu Masam while highlighting the…
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Vrischika Masam 2025: The Complete Kerala Calendar Guide to Vrischikam Dates and Rituals
Vrischika Masam 2025 (Vrischikam month) in the Malayalam calendar runs from 17 November to 15 December, spanning 29 days in Kolla varsham 1201. As the fourth month of the Kerala calendar, it aligns with the Sun’s transit through Vṛścikam and inaugurates the Sabarimala Mandala Kalam. Households commonly emphasize vrata, early temple visits, and lamp-lighting traditions…
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Discover Dhanu Masam 2025–2026: Essential Malayalam Calendar Dates, Rituals, and Festivals
Dhanu Masam 2025–2026 in the Malayalam calendar runs from 16 December 2025 to 14 January 2026. The month is the fifth in Kerala’s traditional calendar and includes two major highlights: the forty-five-day Sabarimala Mandala Kalam Puja and the Thiruvathira festival. Temple observances emphasize discipline, devotion, and cultural arts like Thiruvathirakali. Astronomically, Dhanu aligns with the…