Navratri begins with Ghatasthapana, the ritual of invoking Goddess Durga into a Kalash (sacred pot). The Kalash is filled with water, mango leaves, betel nuts, coins, and grains. As a sign of good ...

A divine illustration of Maa Chandraghanta, worshipped on the 3rd day of Navratri 2025, symbolising courage, protection, and peace. Image Source : OpenAI New Delhi: The third day of Navratri 2025 ...

Today, on day 2 of Chaitra Navratri, devotees worship Maa Brahmacharini. This particular day symbolises how goddess Brahmacharini did a lot of penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband. It was her ...

Navratri 2025 day 2: Shardiya Navratri 2025 began on Monday, September 22, 2025, and concluded on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, with Ram Navami. The nine-day festival is dedicated to worshipping the ...

Navratri is a time of devotion, renewal, and spiritual energy. Performing Kalash Sthapana with faith and preparation sets a powerful tone for the days ahead. With all the right items in place and puja ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Navratri marks India’s grand festive season, as after that we have Dussehra, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and more. For ...

Navratri 2025 begins on September 22, Monday, with the worship of Maa Shailputri, the first form of Goddess Durga. On this day, devotees observe rituals, chant mantras, and offer prayers to seek ...

Rituals: On the first day, devotees pray to Goddess Shailaputri, the daughter of the mountains, by doing Ghatasthapana (Kalash Sthapana). The Kalash is full of water, mango leaves, and coconut, which ...

Navratri 2025 Day 4: Also known as Chaturthi, will be celebrated on September 25, 2025. This day is dedicated to Maa Kushmanda, the fourth divine form of Goddess Durga. Devotees worship her with great ...

In 2025, Navratri's fifth day honors Goddess Skandamata, the mother of Kartikeya, embodying motherhood and bestowing blessings. Devotees, clad in green, seek her grace to overcome life's challenges ...