Some sayings or stories of Raksha Bandhan Raksha Bandhan Raksha Bandhan is observed on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month of Shravana, which typically falls in between August and September.’Raksha Bandhan’ is made up of two words “Raksha” and “Bandhan” and it is a sanskrit It’s literally…
Something to Know Khudurukuni Osha Khudurukuni also known as Odisha celebrates a wide array of festival through the year, showcasing its rich cultural, religious, traditional and agriculture heritage. We are also know that people of Odisha has celebrates 13 festival in 12th month. One of those festival is khudurukuni Osha…
Something to know Budhei Osha Budhi Baman Osha Budhi Baman Osha is also known as Budhei Osha. It observed every Wednesday (Budhabara) in month of Bhadra or in between August to september. There are 4/5 Wednesday in this month. According to our odia tithi calculation, this osha or fast is…
Daily Rituals of Lord Jagannath you Must Now Here is the list comprising 20 daily rituals of the Holy Trinity at Puri temple. 1. Dwaraphita The first ritual, known as Dwaraphita, marks the opening of the temple doors early in the morning. According to the temple’s Record of Rights, the…
Holi 2027 will be celebrated on March 23 Tuesday Holi 2027 will be celebrated on March 23 Tuesday the festival of colours, holds a special place in Odisha, where it is closely linked to the Dola Purnima festival. While Holi is widely celebrated across India on March 23 , in…
Sudasa Brata date 2026 This year,Sudasa Brata will be Celebrated on Thursday, February 26, 2026 Sudasa Brata 2026 : When is Sudasa Brata 2026? Know correct date and significance Sudasha Brata, or Sudasa Vrata, is a unique ritual observed in Odisha. When there is a rare combination of Shukla Paksha…
Ashoka Ashtami 2026 Date Ashokastami 2026 will be celebrated on 25 March Wednesday this year Hindus worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on the sacred day of Ashoka Ashtami during the Shukla Paksha of Chaitra Month. Hinduism places great significance on the sacred Ashoka Tree which is believed to be…
Why Is Holika Dahan Celebrated? The Mythology & Traditions Behind the Ritual Holika Dahan is one of the most significant rituals in Hindu culture, celebrated on the eve of Holi, the festival of colors. This sacred fire ritual symbolizes the victory of good over evil and is deeply rooted in…
jai Ganesh Aarti lyrics in odia and English and Hindi श्री गणेश आरती जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा। माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा ॥ एकदन्त दयावन्त चारभुजाधारी, माथे पर तिलक सोहे, मूसे की सवारी ॥ पान चढ़े फूल चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा, लड्डुअन का भोग लगे सन्त करे…
Dola Purnima 2027 Date Dola Purnima Falling on 22 MAR 2027 Monday this year Dol Purnima, celebrated in eastern India, honors Lord Krishna’s playful spirit and love for Radha. Dola Purnima is a popular and very significant festival in Odisha. It is celebrated on the full-moon day in the month…
Raja The festival of the swing Raja (pronounced as rawjaw) celebrated at the onset of the rainy season is an important festival with a strong social message. The festival is associated with the farmers as the onset of the rains moistens the parched soil making it ready for sowing. Raja…
Dussehra Goddess Durga & Pandal Hopping The Saradiya (autumn) Durga Puja is celebrated with great pomp and show across the state in its typical fashion. Grand and colourfully illuminated puja pandals with dazzling lights, gigantic gates and huge tableaux are the hallmarks of the festival. While in Cuttack, the attraction…
Maha Shivaratri Night long worship of the Lord Shivaratri is a festival that celebrates the meeting of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti. As per the Indian Mythology, Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Lingam during the midnight of Maha Shivaratri. Hence, this festival is also celebrated as the birth…
Ratha Yatra When the Lord Comes out to meet his Devotees Odisha the land of diverse cultural heritage, celebrates numerous religious festivals round the year, which are typical to the particular region. The festivities are usually vibrant, marked by colourful processions, huge gatherings, and the entire region revels in a…
Maha Shivaratri images Maha Shivaratri Night long worship of the Lord Shivaratri is a festival that celebrates the meeting of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti. As per the Indian Mythology, Lord Shiva appeared in the form of Lingam during the midnight of Maha Shivaratri. Hence, this festival is also celebrated…
About dhanu jatra odisha Dhanu Yatra – The largest open air theatre in the world Though the origin of the unique folk theatre is shrouded in mystery, it got started in the year 1948. This folk theatre is essentially based on…
Chhau Festival celebration of the vibrant tribal culture The festival celebrates the vibrant tribal culture of the state and is a tribute to the contribution of the tribal’s in the field of art and craft of Odisha. The festival is primarily attached to the Chhau dance of Mayurbhanj District. The…
Budi Thakurani Yatra when the goddess Comes Home The biennial Maa Budi Thakurani Yatra is held during the month of Chaitra (March /April) and is the main festival of Ganjam. The festival commences when the Desibehera (head of the weaver community) along with his wife dressed in traditional attire visits…
Rakhi Purnima odia Image According to Indian mythology Raksha Bandhan is a popular, traditionally Hindu annual festival or ceremony. Raksha Bandhan is observed on the full moon day or last day of the Hindu lunar calendar on the month of Shravana. Raksa Bandhan is consist of two word that…
Rakhi Purnima 2026 Date Rakhi Purnima 2026 will be celebrated on August 28 Friday Rakhi Purnima 2026 date confusion has been addressed by the Mukti Mandap Pandit Sabha in Odisha. With Purnima Tithi approaching, questions have emerged over whether Rakhi Purnima and Gamha Purnami will be celebrated on August 27…