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India Gazette
37 minutes ago
- India Gazette
Haridwar: Devotees throng Har Ki Pauri on Nirjala Ekadashi for holy Ganga dip
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], June 6 (ANI): A large number of devotees gathered at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar on Friday to take a holy dip in the Ganga River on the occasion of Nirjala Ekadashi, considered one of the most sacred days in the Hindu calendar. Pilgrims from across the country reached the banks of the Ganga to take part in the royal bath and offer prayers to Ganga Mata. The event came a day after the celebration of Ganga Dussehra, leading to heavy footfall on both days as devotees offered prayers, performed bathing rituals, and chanted religious hymns. A devotee, Vipul Sharma, said, 'It is the eleventh of Ekadashi, and its bath is a royal bath. You can see how many faiths people are associated with this thing, such as our religion, Hinduism or Sanatan Dharma, and I say that Sanatan Dharma is not such a big religion for everyone.' Another devotee, Bhaisaheb Roshan Lal, called it a special day for the Hindu community. Lal said, 'Today is the bath of Ekadashi. This is a special bath. Shiva's grace is such a pleasure. There is a good system of administration, and everything is good. All is good. There is safety somewhere, so there is so much excitement to go.' Pilgrims travelled from various parts of India to participate in the spiritual event. Hetal, a devotee from Rajkot, said, 'This is our Hinduism, so it is our faith. I feel so good. I came. I saw this for the first time today. I saw it in the video, but I liked it very much. We went to the bath in that other valley. Just happiness, peace and good health.' Jinal, another devotee from Ahmedabad, shared her experience and said, 'The atmosphere is very spiritual. It is very religious., The energy is coming from the crowd. It is just happiness and peace.' Local authorities had deployed security personnel and implemented crowd control measures to ensure that the rituals were carried out smoothly and safely. Nirjala Ekadashi falls on the eleventh lunar day of the waxing phase in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha. The name 'Nirjala' means 'without water,' referring to the strict fast observed on this day. Among the 24 Ekadashis observed in a year, Nirjala Ekadashi is considered the most austere and spiritually significant. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Nirjala Ekadashi Vrat Katha 2025: Nirjala Ekadashi today; know fasting time, shubh muhurat and parana time
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: The auspicious festival of Nirjala Ekadashi is celebrated with fervour among the Hindu devotees. It holds great significance in the Hindu religion. Out of the 245 Ekadashis, the Nirjala Ekadashi is considered one of the most stringent, as it is observed without drinking food and water. On this day, Hindu devotees worship Lord Vishnu. Also Read | Eid-ul-Adha 2025: When is Bakrid? Know date in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE; significance and celebrations The auspicious festival of Nirjala Ekadashi, also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi, Pandava Ekadashi or Bhima Ekadashi, is observed on the Ekadashi date of Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha. According to Drik Panchang, here are the correct dates: This year, Nirjala Ekadashi is on Friday, June 6, and Vaishnava Nirjala Ekadashi is on Saturday, June 7. Ekadashi Tithi begins - 2:15 AM on Jun 6, 2025 Ekadashi Tithi ends - 4:47 AM on Jun 7, 2025 Nirjala Ekadashi Parana Time - 1:44 PM to 4:31 PM, June 7 On Parana Day Hari Vasara ends at - 11:25 AM Vaishnava Ekadashi Parana Time - 5:23 AM to 7:17 AM, June 8 On Parana Day, Dwadashi ends at - 7:17 AM On this day, it is believed that by making donations, one is blessed with prosperity and gets freedom from all sins. Additionally, it is important to worship Lord Vishnu and Maa Lakshmi while also reciting the Nirjala Ekadashi vrat katha. Additionally, devotees who are unable to observe all twenty-four Ekadashi fasts in a year should observe a single Nirjala Ekadashi fast, as it brings all the benefits of the twenty-four Ekadashi fasts in a year. The legend associates Nirjala Ekadashi with Bhimsen, the second Pandava brother. It is said that Bhima was not able to control his desire for food and was not able to observe Ekadashi fasting. Except Bhima, all the Pandava brothers and Draupadi used to observe all the Ekadashi fasts. Upset due to his weak determination dishonouring Lord Vishnu, he met Maharishi Vyasa to find a solution. Sage Vyasa advised Bhima to observe a single Nirjala Ekadasi fast to compensate for not observing all Ekadashi fasts in a year. Due to this legend, Nirjala Ekadashi is also known as Bhimseni Ekadashi or Pandava Ekadashi. (Source: Drik Panchang)
Indian Express
3 hours ago
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- Indian Express
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Vrat katha, date, timings, significance—all you need to know
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Ekadashi is one of the most significant days in Hinduism. On this day, devotees worship and observe a fast for Lord Vishnu to receive his blessings. Nirjala Ekadashi is considered the most important Ekadashi among all the 24 Ekadashis in the year. Nirjala Vrat translates into fasting without water, and this Nirjala Ekadashi fast is observed without food and water and is considered the most difficult of the Ekadashi fasts. For those devotees unable to observe all 24 Ekadashis throughout the year, it is recommended to fast solely on Nirjala Ekadashi, as fasting on this day is believed to confer the benefits of all the other Ekadashis. Nirjala Ekadashi fast falls in the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha, and according to the Gregorian/English calendar, it falls in May or June. It falls on the next day of Ganga Dussehra, and this year, the Nirjala Ekadashi date starts on Friday, June 6, at 2:15 am and ends on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 4:47 am. Those observing the fast on June 7 can break it (Parana) between 1:44 PM and 4:31 PM, after the end of Hari Vasara, which concludes at 11:25 AM. For Vaishnav Ekadashi, which falls on 8th June 2025, the Parana time is from 5:23 AM to 7:17 AM, with the Dwadashi Tithi ending at 7:17 AM. It is important to wait until Hari Vasara ends before performing Parana, as breaking the fast earlier is not considered auspicious. Devotees should ensure they break their fast within these specified times to observe the rituals correctly and receive the full spiritual benefits. The mythological story associated with Nirjala Ekadashi, also known as Pandava Ekadashi, Bhimaseni Ekadashi, or Bhim Ekadashi, is about Bhimasena, the Pandavas' second brother, who was very fond of eating and drinking and was unable to control his hunger, so he could not observe the Ekadashi fast. Aside from Bhima, the other Pandava brothers and Draupadi devotedly observed all of the Ekadashi fasts throughout the year. Bhimasena was worried by his helplessness and vulnerability. Bhimasena believed that by not observing the Ekadashi fast, he was disrespecting Lord Vishnu. To resolve this dilemma, Bhimasena went to Maharishi Vyas, who recommended him to observe the Nirjala Ekadashi fast once a year, claiming that Nirjala Ekadashi is comparable to twenty-four Ekadashis of the year. Following this legendary narrative, Nirjala Ekadashi became known as Bhimseni Ekadashi and Pandava Ekadashi. To read the full vrat katha of Nirjala Ekadashi fast in Hindi, one can follow the link to Jansatta.
News18
6 hours ago
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Aaj Ka Panchang, June 6, 2025: Tithi, Vrat And Today's Shubh, Ashubh Muhurat
Last Updated: Aaj Ka Panchang, June 6, 2025: Gayatri Jayanti and Nirjala Ekadashi will be celebrated today. AAJ KA PANCHANG, JUNE 6, 2025: The Ekadashi and Dwadashi Tithis of the Shukla Paksha will be observed on Friday, June 6. The day also coincides with the celebration of significant festivals such as Gayatri Jayanti and Nirjala Ekadashi. On this auspicious occasion, it is highly recommended to consult the Tithi calendar to identify favourable and unfavourable muhurats before beginning any important tasks. Aligning your actions with these auspicious timings is believed to promote success and reduce potential obstacles. SUNRISE, SUNSET, MOONRISE AND MOONSET ON JUNE 6 On June 6, sunrise is expected at 5:23 AM, while sunset will take place at 7:17 PM. The moon is expected to rise at 3:01 PM and will set at 2:27 AM on the next day, June 7. TITHI, NAKSHATRA AND RASHI DETAILS FOR JUNE 6 The Ekadashi Tithi will remain in effect until 4:47 AM on June 7, after which it will transition into the Dwadashi Tithi. Hasta Nakshatra will be active until 6:34 AM, followed by the onset of Chitra Nakshatra. During this time, the moon will stay in Kanya Rashi until 8:06 PM, after which it will move into Tula Rashi. The sun will continue its journey through Vrishabha Rashi. SHUBH MUHURAT FOR JUNE 6 On June 6, the day's auspicious timings start with Brahma Muhurat from 4:02 AM to 4:42 AM, followed by Pratah Sandhya from 4:22 AM to 5:23 AM. Abhijit Muhurat occurs between 11:52 AM and 12:48 PM, while Vijaya Muhurat is observed in the afternoon from 2:39 PM to 3:35 PM. In the evening, Godhuli Muhurat takes place from 7:16 PM to 7:36 PM, overlapping with Sayahna Sandhya, which lasts from 7:17 PM to 8:18 PM. The day concludes with Nishita Muhurat, occurring from midnight until 12:40 AM on June 7. ASHUBH MUHURAT FOR JUNE 6 The day's inauspicious periods include Rahu Kalam from 10:36 AM to 12:20 PM, Yamaganda Muhurat from 3:48 PM to 5:33 PM, and Gulikai Kalam from 7:07 AM to 8:51 AM. Additionally, Dur Muhurat will take place twice—first from 8:10 AM to 9:05 AM, and again from 12:48 PM to 1:43 PM. First Published:
India Today
19 hours ago
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- India Today
6 important things to know about Nirjala Ekadashi 2025
6 important things to know about Nirjala Ekadashi 2025 By Chaitanya Dhawan Nirjala Ekadashi is considered the most sacred and rigorous of all Ekadashi fasts in the Hindu calendar. Observed without food or water, this vrat falls during the peak of summer and is believed to offer the spiritual benefits of all 24 Ekadashis combined. Wanda Maximoff Nirjala Ekadashi is known for being the strictest of all 24 Ekadashis in the Hindu calendar. Devotees observe a complete fast without food and water, making it physically and spiritually intense. 1. The Most Rigorous Ekadashi Fast The word Nirjala translates to 'without water' in Sanskrit. Unlike other Ekadashis, where water or fruits may be consumed, this fast is observed without even a sip of water for 24 hours. 2. 'Nirjala' Means 'Without Water' In 2025, Nirjala Ekadashi will be observed on June 6, falling on the 11th day of the waxing moon (Shukla Paksha) in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha, typically during extreme summer — making the waterless fast even more challenging. 3. Falls on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi in Jyeshtha Month The origin of Nirjala Ekadashi is tied to Bhima, one of the Pandava brothers. Unable to observe all 24 Ekadashis, he was advised by Sage Vyasa to observe this one Ekadashi with full dedication to gain the virtue of all the others combined. 4. Associated With Bhima from Mahabharata It is said that observing Nirjala Ekadashi with true devotion and discipline can wash away past sins and bestow salvation (moksha). The vrata is considered highly meritorious in Hindu dharma. 5. Believed To Wash Away All Sins On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped with prayers, bhajans, and Tulsi leaves. Many people read the Vishnu Sahasranama and engage in acts of charity, especially donating water, clothes, and food to the poor. 6. Devotees Worship Lord Vishnu
