Events

Very soon, the auspicious and divinely feted occasion of Maha Shivratri will be celebrated around the world. Prayers go to Swayambhu Shiva, and with great devotion, joy and bhakti, we worship the One who has manifested himself and created the entire universe of all visible and invisible elements.

Rudra Abhishek is one of the most powerful and sacred rituals in Hinduism, dedicated to Lord Shiva in his fierce yet benevolent form as Rudra.1 This Vedic ceremony involves the ceremonial bathing of the Shiva Lingam with various offerings, accompanied by the chanting of the Sri Rudram from the Yajur Veda.

Dattatreya Jayanti, also known as Datta Jayanti, is one of the most significant and spiritually enriching festivals in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Margashirsha month (typically falling in December), this auspicious day marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dattatreya.

Dev Diwali, often referred to as the "Diwali of the Gods," is a deeply sacred Hindu festival observed on Kartik Purnima, the full moon day of the holiest month in the Hindu calendar, Kartik. Celebrated precisely fifteen days after the main Diwali, it marks a significant celestial event: the belief that the Devas (gods and goddesses) descend from the heavens to Earth to bathe in the holy rivers and celebrate the triumph of light and goodness.

Kartika Amavasya Dipavali is one of the biggest festivals in India. It commemorates the day Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after defeating the demon Ravana.

Ganesh Visarjan is a Hindu ritual that marks the conclusion of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, a celebration dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. During the festival, clay idols of Lord Ganesha are brought into homes or the temple and worshipped with great devotion for a specific number of days. The festival begins with Ganesh Chaturthi, the day when the idol is installed, and culminates in the day of Visarjan (immersion).

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most vibrant and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India and among the global Indian diaspora. This ten-day festival honors the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles, the god of wisdom, and the harbinger of new beginnings. The festival is a powerful expression of faith, community, and cultural heritage, culminating in a grand farewell to the beloved deity.

Raksha Bandhan, a cherished Hindu festival, celebrates the unique and enduring bond between siblings. The name itself, "Raksha Bandhan," translates from Sanskrit to "the bond of protection," perfectly encapsulating the essence of the festival. Celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, which typically falls in August, this special occasion is marked by ancient rituals, festive gatherings, and a heartfelt reaffirmation of love and duty.

Rudra Abhishek Pooja is a special, powerful ritual in honor of Lord Shiva. While chanting mantras, we bathe the Shivalingam, symbolizing the Universal Consciousness, in panchamrit, the five components of which are symbols of the five elements that make up the Universe.

Gurupurnima is very significant and very important for spiritual development and realization. Gurupurnima is the day of enlightenment when the light of the sun first touched the Earth; and it is the day of the incarnation of Bhagwan Ved Vyasa, who wrote down the Vedas.