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Time of India
04-05-2025
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- Time of India
Ganga Saptami celebrated at Kashi Vishwanath Dham
Varanasi: Amid chanting of Vedic mantras on the grand platform near Ganga Dwar of Kashi Vishwanath Dham , the Ganga Saptami festival series commenced at Lalita Ghat on Sunday morning. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The rhythmic chanting of mantras was followed by Ganga Abhishekam performed by Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust under supervision of priests. Before leaving Ganga Dwar, temple authorities fetched an urn filled with Gangajal and performed 'Jalabhishek' of Lord Vishwanath amid several rituals. A special aarti was performed at the Ganga temple located in KV Dham. The day-long religious events were followed by a devotional event of dance and music dedicated to Goddess Ganga and Lord Vishwanath at the Shivarchanam stage at Mandir Chowk in the evening.
India.com
03-05-2025
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- India.com
Neither Ganga nor Yamuna or Indus, this is India's oldest river, it is still flowing...., the name is...
Neither Ganga nor Yamuna or Indus, this is India's oldest river, it is still flowing...., the name is... In India, the river has been given the status of a goddess as people's faith is associated with it. People also perform worship with the water of the river. Bathing in the Ganga River on Amavasya and Purnima has special significance. Apart from this, worshiping Mother Ganga on Ganga Saptami is also important. According to beliefs, taking a dip in the Ganga River destroys all the sins of a person. Many people have the belief that Ganga is the oldest river in India, but in today's article we will tell you that the oldest river in India is neither Ganga nor Yamuna. You all will be surprised to hear the name of the oldest river of India, because its existence on the earth has ended hundreds of years ago. Actually, the name of this river flowing in India is Saraswati , which is considered to be the oldest river. Its existence has ended from the earth hundreds of years ago, but even today it is flowing underground. The stream of this river is still present underground. There is mention of Saraswati river in Hindu scriptures. In Rigveda, Saraswati river is said to flow to the east of Yamuna and to the west of Sutlej. Generally everyone has heard the name of this river, but till date no one has seen this river. According to beliefs, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet in Prayagraj. That is why it is called Triveni Sangam. The disappearance of this river has been written in Mahabharata. According to which, this river used to originate from a place called Adi Badri, a little above Yamunanagar in Haryana and a little below Shivalik hills. According to the research of scientists, evidence of this river flowing in ancient times has also been found. According to them, underground water reserves have been found for 5000 kilometers from Adi Badri in the Himalayas to Kutch in Gujarat. According to scientists, due to an earthquake here years ago, the water of the Saraswati river went down. However, even today the remains of this river are present in the form of Ghaggar-Hakra river.
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Ganga Saptami 2025: Date, shubh muhurat, history, significance and puja rituals for Ganga Jayanti
Ganga Saptami also known as Ganga Jayanti or Ganga Pujan, is a day dedicated to honouring the river goddess Ganga. According to Hindu mythology, it marks the birth anniversary of Goddess Ganga. This auspicious occasion is observed on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha in the Vaishakh month. Devotees celebrate Ganga Saptami by performing special pujas and prayers at significant pilgrimage sites along the River Ganga, including Triveni Sangam in Allahabad and Rishikesh. (Also read: When is Diwali in 2025? Know the dates of Holi, Navratrti, Karwa Chauth and more ) The year the significant festival of Ganga Saptami will be celebrated on Saturday, May 3. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timings to observe the occasion are as follows: Ganga Saptami Madhyahna Muhurat - 10:58 AM to 01:38 PM Duration - 02 hours 40 minutes Saptami Tithi begins - 07:51 AM on May 03, 2025 Saptami Tithi ends - 07:18 AM on May 04, 2025 According to Hindu scriptures, it is believed that on this auspicious day, Goddess Ganga was reborn. Sacred water is considered her earthly manifestation, and devotees reverently refer to her as Maa Ganga, seeking her blessings. Legend has it that Sage Jahnu consumed all the waters of the Ganga when the goddess descended to Earth on Ganga Dussehra. Ganga Saptami holds immense religious and spiritual importance for Hindus. Ganga is the most revered river in India, with Goddess Ganga believed to possess therapeutic qualities. Devotees from all over the country visit Ganga Ghats to take a sacred dip in her waters, which are considered so pure that they cleanse the body, mind, and soul, absolving one of sins. The holy river flows from Gaumukh and ends at Ganga Sagar in West Bengal, passing through multiple states. Ganga Saptami, also known as Jahnu Saptami, marks the day when the goddess was freed by Sage Jahnu, following a request from the gods and Bhagirath.
Time of India
02-05-2025
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- Time of India
Ganga Saptami 2025: Must-Do Vedic Remedies for Indians Abroad to Release Ancestral Curses
In today's era, moving and settling abroad is a cherished dream for millions of people in India. However, according to Vedic Astrology, relocating to a foreign country is considered a sin, or even a curse from one's ancestors. This belief holds that by moving away from their homeland, individuals may neglect their duties and obligations towards their elders. This situation is often linked to a shadow planet called Rahu, which is said to influence people to work abroad and adapt to different cultures. Interestingly, Indians who move abroad tend to maintain a strong connection to the values and culture they inherited in India. Therefore, it is essential for these individuals to seek the blessings of their ancestors and perform rituals to mitigate any negative effects resulting from their relocation. Come May 20, 2025, Rahu will transit into the sign of Aquarius. Rahu moves from one zodiac sign to the other every 18 months. In this context, this year's Ganga Saptami , also known as Ganga Jayanti, which falls on May 3rd, is an auspicious day for spiritual cleansing, karmic healing, and removal of Pitru Dosha or ancestral curse. Astrological Significance of Ganga Saptami 2025 Vedic astrology assigns rivers, particularly the Ganga, to the Moon and Jupiter. While the Moon represents the mind and emotions, Jupiter rules and governs morals, wisdom, and divine grace. Ganga Saptami has a good effect upon Karmic imbalances that extend into the realm of ancestors and past-life activities when auspicious planetary aspects and star groups occur on this day. On 3rd May 2025, celestial configurations are extremely auspicious to initiate the ancestral karmas' solution. Pitru Dosha is a karmic curse that springs up when the practitioner fails to perform various remedies prescribed for the ancestors. The symptom of the Pitru Dosha is observed when people constantly face problems in marriage, childbirth, mental tension, loss of wealth, and peace in the home. What is Pitru Dosha or Ancestral Curse? Pitru Dosha refers to a lack of welfare for the people attending to their ancestors with respect and honour. The Dosha may be generated whenever our forefathers commit wrongdoings, and they, in turn, impose authority through generations. Planets like the Sun, Moon, Rahu, or Ketu dishonour the ancestors and continue to create problems in one's life. This dosha keeps bringing hidden obstacles in life and causes patterns of unending friction. Why Ganga Saptami is the Best Day for Pitru Dosha Remedies? On Ganga Saptami , the cosmos charges Ganga Jal, the holy waters of Ganga. If you cannot reach Ganga, keeping holy water from the shrine would have very good effects. Astrological scriptures prescribe this day for rituals involving water, Tarpan to ancestors. The energy of the day lifts up prayers and offerings to the ancestral realm, with blessings emerging back to the devotee. This also cleanses the old karmic baggage from past lives, especially those pertaining to the family and the lineage. Astrological Remedies to Perform on Ganga Saptami 2025 On 3rd May, 2025, if one wakes early and takes a bath with Ganga water or some water combined with Ganga Jal, he or she is said to purify himself or herself. It is suggested to wear clean, plain white clothes and find a quiet spot where simple yet potent rituals may be performed. Your heart must be entirely immersed in remembering your ancestors. Each of these offerings could be made- black sesame seeds, water, rice, and flowers- in the name of the ancestors, while mantras are chanted. In some locations at such times, such rituals would truly bear fruit near a peepal tree or a water body; else, you can try them at home. On this day, it is considered virtuous to donate to Brahmins, feed the cows, feed the needy or poor, light an earthen lamp with ghee in the name of the deceased, and so on. These remedies find deep astrological worth, staving off malicious or afflicted positions of planets and bringing harmony to the family life. Auspicious Muhurat for Ganga Saptami 2025 USA: Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (Honolulu): 11:11 AM to 01:46 PM Central Daylight Time (Chicago): 11:23 AM to 02:13 PM Pacific Daylight Time (Los Angeles): 11:28 AM to 02:12 PM Mountain Daylight Time (Denver): 12:27 PM to 03:10 PM Alaska Daylight Time (Anchorage): 12:19 PM to 03:36 PM Canada: Pacific Daylight Time (Vancouver): 11:41 AM to 02:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time (Toronto): 11:49 AM to 02:41 PM Australia: Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney): 10:48 AM to 12:56 PM Australian Central Standard Time (Adelaide): 11:08 AM to 01:16 PM Australian Western Standard Time (Perth): 11:09 AM to 01:18 PM The Role of Planetary Positions on Ganga Saptami Ganga Saptami will be ideal for individuals suffering currently due to their ancestors' karma. The influence of Jupiter will give strength to the Moon when positioned well. The individuals practising spiritual activities on that day can quite naturally get free from the difficulties and chagrins. Another significant indication to perform Ganga Saptami remedies, if seen in the Kundli or Horoscope, includes Rahu or Ketu planets placed in houses 1st, 5th, 7th, 9th, or 10th, or when a Moon-Rahu conjunction (Grahan Yoga) is present. These combinations indicate problems related to the ancestors or karmic blocks, which are hindrances in both financial and professional success. Simple Mantras and Chants on Ganga Saptami Such are the days of pitris and gods; chanting mantras is sure to bring about their manifold and powerful results. The Ganga Stotram is one of the most powerful hymns to please Goddess Ganga. Alternatively, one can chant: 'Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya' – to seek divine grace 'Om Pitra Devaya Namah' – to honour ancestors 'Om Gangayai Namah' – to invoke the river goddess 'Om Namo Narayanaya' – to purify the soul Chanting of mantras can be done in meditative poses. Continuous chanting of these mantras is believed to keep away the Pitru Dosha, bring peace along with prosperity, and enhance spiritual growth. Vastu and Family Harmony Through Ganga Saptami Rituals To go into detail, ancestral spells may manifest as Vastu defects in a house. Therefore, family members may be subjected to ill health, frequent quarrels, acrimony, or financial slump. It is easy to allow the family energies to be warmed up with such benevolent acts, especially ones leading to the worshipped souls, while on the Ganga Saptami Day. Sprinkle Ganga water at all corners of the house, focusing particularly on the box containing an image of a deity and the main door, for the sake of inviting positive energies. Yet another singular act: light a camphor whose flame, radiating the darkened spaces in the setting dusk as the family prays for their well-being, provides the key to 'comforting' both the house and family, hence restoring peace along with stability. Written By: Acharya Neeraj Dhankher, the Founder & CEO of Astro Zindagi..!! Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
Time of India
02-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Ganga Saptami 2025: Date, Time, Puja Rituals and Significance
Ganga Saptami 2025 : One of the most revered Hindu festival is Ganga Saptami, which is purely dedicated to Goddess Ganga. On this auspicious devotees worship Goddess Ganga with utmost devotion. Ganga Saptami is also known as Ganga Jayanti , people commemorate the Goddess Ganga's rebirth. According to the Panchang, the celebration of Ganga Saptami takes place on Saptami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakha. On May 3, 2025 , Ganga Saptami is going to be celebrated across the country. Ganga Saptami 2025: Date and Time Saptami Tithi Begins - May 3, 2025 - 07:51 AM Saptami Tithi Ends - May 4, 2025 - 07:18 AM by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Jawa Tengah: AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Aroun... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Ganga Saptami 2025: Significance Ganga Saptami holds a great religious and spiritual significance among Hindus. Ganga Saptami is a very important festival in Hinduism. The Goddess Ganga is honored on this day. According to Hindu Scriptures, it is believed that on this auspicious day, the goddess Ganga took a rebirth. Sacred water is the manifestation of the goddess Ganga on earth. Devotees call her as Maa Ganga and seek blessings. The sage Jahnu is believed to have consumed all of the Ganga water, when the Goddess Ganga descended on Earth on Ganga Dussehra. Ganga is the most venerated river of the country. Goddess Ganga, is also believed to have therapeutic qualities. Devotees from across the nation flock to locations with Ganga Ghats to take a sacred bath in the Ganga water. Because Ganga water is so clean and pious that it eliminates all negativity and purifies your body, mind, and soul, people who take a holy plunge in it are absolved of their previous sins. People bathe in the Ganga river at different locations as the holy river begins from Gaumukh and ends at Ganga Sagar in West Bengal after traveling through numerous Indian states. The reason this day is also known as Jahnu Saptami is because all the gods and deities, along with Bhagirath, asked Jahnu Rishi to release the Ganga. He granted their request and freed the Goddess Ganga and she came on on earth on the day of Ganga Saptami. There are several names for Maa Ganga, including Jahnvi, Vishnupadi, Gange, and Bhagirathi. Ganga Saptami 2025: Puja Rituals 1. Take a holy dip in water as soon as you wake up. 2. While standing in Ganga water, devotees present Arghya to Lord Surya. 3. Since Shivling abhishekam is believed to be beneficial, many devotees perform it by using Ganga water. 4. On this auspicious day, special pujas are also conducted. 5. Devotees light a diya with Desi ghee near Ganga River. 6. Chant different Vedic mantras as a way to offer devotion to Goddess Ganga. 7. At different Ganga Ghats, special Aarti is conducted in the evening. 8. The most auspicious thing to do is to take a holy bath in the Ganga river. Mantra You can chant these Mantras and receive the blessings of Goddess Gang: 1. Om Namah Shivaye..!! 2. Om Trayambhakam Yajamahe Suagndhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Mamritat..!!
