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Pradosh Vrat 2022: Date, shubh muhurat, rituals, puja vidhi | All you need to know

This time Pradosh Vrat will be observed on Tuesday, March 29. Know date, shubh muhurat, puja vidhi and rituals here.

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Pradosh Vrat 2022: Date, shubh muhurat, rituals, puja vidhi | All you need to know

Pradosh Vrat is observed on the Trayodashi tithi of Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha, which happens twice a year in the Hindu calendar month.  According to the customs, Pradosh Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

This time Pradosh Vrat will be observed on Tuesday, March 29. Tomorrow’s Pradosh Vrat will be known as Bhaum Pradosh Vrat or Mangal Pradosh Vrat. Along with this, the monthly Shivratri is also falling on this day. Due to this fasting on this day will prove to be even more fruitful.

Pradosh Vrat Date and Shubh Muhurat

According to the Hindu calendar, Pradosh Vrat will be observed on March 29.

Tithi Start: 29 March, 2022 02:38 pm.

Tithi End: 30 March 2022 01:19 pm.

Pradosha Puja Time: March 29, 06:37 pm to March 29, 08:58 pm

Pradosh Vrat Rituals

On the day of the Pradosh vrat, there are two ways to fast.

In the first method, devotees observe fast for 24 hours of the day. They’re also up all night.

The second method is to fast from sunrise until sunset. The fast is broken after worshipping Lord Shiva in the evening.

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Pradosh Vrat Puja Vidhi

  • During the day, prayers and pujas are performed at twilight, which is the hour shortly before dawn and sunset.
  • An hour before sunset, devotees bathe and prep for the puja.
  • Lord Shiva is worshipped and invoked in a sacred pot, known as the Kalash, which is placed on duva grass.
  • In some places, Shiv Ling is also worshipped. Sacred substances such as milk, curd, and ghee are used to cleanse the Shiv Ling.
  • On the Shiv Ling, bel leaves are also offered.
  • Devotees listen to Pradosh Vrat Katha once the rituals are completed.
  • Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is chanted 108 times on this occasion.
  • Devotees apply sacred ash to their foreheads when the puja is completed.
  • After the pooja, devotees go to Shiv Temples.

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Shaheed Diwas 2024: India remembers Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar on Martyrs’ Day

People on this day remember and pay tribute to all the valiant warriors who fought to protect our country and sacrificed their lives during the Indian freedom struggle

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Every year, Shaheed Diwas or Martyrs’ Day is observed in India on March 23 in remembrance of the three brave martyrs of the nation. It was on March 23, 1931, when freedom fighter Bhagat Singh, along with his associates Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, were hanged to death by the British.

People on this day remember and pay tribute to all the valiant warriors who fought to protect our country and sacrificed their lives during the Indian freedom struggle. So to make this occasion more memorable, here is a list of some of the inspirational quotes by Bhagat Singh

Shaheed Diwas 2024: Wishes

Let us salute all valiant heroes who bore all the torture and pain but never gave up because their nation always came first. Happy Martyr Day to you.

May the spirit of Shaheed Diwas ignite a fire in our hearts to build a stronger and more united India.

On this Shaheed Diwas, we pay homage to the Brave hearts who laid down their lives for our freedom. Their courage and sacrifice will forever inspire us.

On this historic day, I am sending my warm wishes to you and your family. Let’s recall and honour the sacrifices of our valiant fighters who died for the country.

The occasion of Martyr’s Day will always remind us of the sacrifices of our courageous Indian martyrs who sacrificed their lives for us.

Inspirational quotes by Bhagat Singh

Love always elevates the character of man. It never lowers him, provided love be love.

Revolution did not necessarily involve sanguinary strife. It was not a cult of bomb and pistol. They may sometimes be mere means for its achievement.

Man’s duty is to try and endeavor, success depends upon chance and environments.

They may kill me, but they cannot kill my ideas. They can crush my body but they will not be able to crush my spirit.

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Nowruz 2024: Google celebrates the Persian New Year with a doodle

Google Doodle today features the artistic vision of Iranian guest artist Pendar Yousefi. Yousefi’s creation takes inspiration from childhood memories of Nowruz which evokes joy, togetherness and hope.

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Google Doodle on Tuesday took centre stage to honour Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. It is a vibrant festival which is steeped in over 3000 years of history. Google Doodle today features the artistic vision of Iranian guest artist Pendar Yousefi. Yousefi’s creation takes inspiration from childhood memories of Nowruz which evokes joy, togetherness and hope.

These are captured through the animal friends who have gathered together in a flower filled courtyard to ring in the coming in of spring under the blossoming tree. It captures the spirit of Nowruz through vibrant colours and intricate details, an art form which is a rich history in the region that celebrates the festival.

Nowruz literally means new day in Persian. It finds its roots in ancient Iran, then known as Persia. It is aligned with the spring equinox and marks the beginning of the New Year and the blossoming season. As trade flourished along the Silk Route, this festival spread its wings captivating countries and ethnicities across the vast network.

At the heart of Nowruz lies the cherished tradition of haft-sin. Families come together to arrange 7 symbolic items each representing a vital aspect of life and nature’s renewal. Sprouted wheat which symbolizes good fortune and rebirth takes centre stage alongside its sweet counterpart sweet pudding which signifies power and strength.

A sprig of olive represents peace and love, finds its place in the vibrant display. Berries are a symbol of sunrise and are a reminder of new beginnings, while vinegar symbolizes patience and wisdom of age. It adds a touch of tang. A gleaming apple embodies beauty and promise of a fruitful year, while garlic, a symbol of good health completes the symbolic spread. Nowruz is more than just the start of a new year. It is a time families and communities to come together reflecting on the past year. It embraces hope and optimism that spring brings.

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Makar Sankranti: Amit Shah offers prayers at Shree Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad

During this festival devotees make offerings to the Hindu diety Surya on Makar Sankranti. This day marks the first day of the sun’s transit into the Makara, marking the end of the winter solstice and start of longer days.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday offered prayers at Shree Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. After offering prayers he also fed the temple elephants and later went for the kite flying festival at Vejalpur.

During this festival devotees make offerings to the Hindu diety Surya on Makar Sankranti. This day marks the first day of the sun’s transit into the Makara, marking the end of the winter solstice and start of longer days. The festival is celebrated on January 14 every year, known by various names in different parts of India such as Pongal, Bihu and Maghi. Devotees in several parts of India performed rituals at different ghats.

In Gujarat, the festival is celebrated as Uttarayan as it marks the first day of the sun’s transit into the Makara. Gujarat is well known for its international Kite Flying Festival. During this festival after finishing their morning prayers, people gather on their terraces with colourful kites.

People are often heard shouting Kai Po Che to the losing team. Other than that, people eat delicacies like Chikki, which is made of sesame seeds, peanuts, and Undhiyu, which is made of winter vegetables. The Festivals of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Bhogali Bihu, Uttarayan mark the harvesting season of crops as the winter season ends and ushers in the spring. People enjoy the fruits of a good harvest and celebrate these festivals. This also underlines the need to preserve the environment.

This festival is also known to strengthen the bond of friendship and is known for making khidhdi, kite flying, sesame sweets, and coconut laddoos. Makar Sankranti gives the message that winter season is now leaving. A large number of devotees take holy dips at different rivers in Uttar Pradesh and perform religious rituals on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

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