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India Today
7 days ago
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Date, puja timings, moon sighting rules explained
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. In 2025, the festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 27, with the main Madhyahna Puja Muhurat from 11:05 pm to 01:40 pm in New Delhi, lasting for 2 hours and 34 VISARJAN DATE & TIMINGSThe 10-day Ganeshotsav concludes on Saturday, September 6, 2025, with Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Sighting Avoidance (Previous Day – Aug 26): 01:54 pm to 08:29 pm Moon Sighting Avoidance (Festival Day – Aug 27): 09:28 am to 08:57 pmIMPORTANCE OF MADHYAHNA PUJAMadhyahna Kala, equivalent to midday, is considered the most auspicious time for Ganapati Sthapana and Ganapati Puja. According to Vedic traditions, the day is divided into five parts — Pratahkala, Sangava, Madhyahna, Aparahna, and Sayankal. As Lord Ganesha is believed to have been born during Madhyahna, performing the Puja during this period ensures the highest spiritual LEGEND OF MOON SIGHTING PROHIBITIONAccording to Puranic legends, it is considered inauspicious to sight the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi, as it can lead to Mithya Dosha a false accusation or dishonour. The story goes that Lord Krishna was once accused of stealing the Syamantaka jewel after sighting the moon on this day. Sage Narada explained that Lord Ganesha had cursed the moon for arrogance, decreeing that anyone who saw it on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi would face false FOR MITHYA DOSHAIf someone accidentally sees the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi, they can chant a Mithya Dosha Nivaran Mantra to counter the ill effects. The moon sighting prohibition may sometimes span two days depending on the start and end of Chaturthi CHATURTHI ACROSS INDIAWhile the essence of Ganesh Chaturthi remains the same, the Madhyahna Puja timings differ across cities in 2025:Mumbai – 11:24 am to 01:55 PMPune – 11:21 am to 01:51 pmChennai – 10:56 am to 01:25 pmKolkata – 10:22 am to 12:54 pmBengaluru – 11:07 am to 01:36 pmGanesh Chaturthi is more than a religious occasion; it is a cultural celebration uniting millions in devotion and joy. Observing rituals at the correct Muhurat, avoiding prohibited moon sighting, and embracing the spirit of togetherness make the festival truly auspicious.- Ends
India Today
09-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- India Today
Radha Ashtami 2025: Date, timings and all you need to know
Bathed in devotion, music, and colors, Radha Ashtami is the day when the eternal love of Radha and Krishna comes alive in temples, streets, and hearts. Celebrated as the divine birth anniversary of Goddess Radha, this festival transforms holy towns like Barsana and Vrindavan into vibrant hubs of bhajans, processions, and spiritual fervor, drawing devotees from around the Ashtami in 2025 will be celebrated on Sunday, August 31. The Madhyahna Puja Muhurat considered the most auspicious time for worship will be from 11:05 AM to 01:38 PM, lasting 2 hours and 33 Tithi Begins: 10:46 PM on August 30, 2025 Ashtami Tithi Ends: 12:57 AM on September 1, 2025According to ISKCON, the date may slightly differ depending on lunar calculations and IS RADHA ASHTAMI?Radha Ashtami marks the birth anniversary of Goddess Radha, the beloved consort of Lord Krishna. It falls on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada as per the Hindu lunar calendar. In the Gregorian calendar, it is usually observed in August or September. The day is also referred to as Radhashtami or Radha OF RADHA ASHTAMIGoddess Radha holds a revered place in Vaishnavism and is considered the embodiment of pure devotion and divine love towards Lord Krishna. Devotees believe that by worshipping Radha on this day, they receive blessings for spiritual growth, marital harmony, and fulfillment of AND CELEBRATIONSFasting: Many devotees observe a day-long fast, consuming only fruits and water until the puja is Puja: Worship is performed during Madhyahna Kala (midday), as it is considered the time of Radha's and Kirtans: Temples and homes resonate with devotional songs in praise of Radha and In several regions, idols of Radha and Krishna are decorated and taken out in grand Visits: ISKCON temples and other Krishna temples host special prayers, discourses, and community feasts (prasadam distribution).REGIONAL OBSERVANCEWhile Radha Ashtami is celebrated across India, it holds special importance in Barsana, the birthplace of Radha, as well as Vrindavan and Mathura, where festivities are grand and draw thousands of AND ASTROLOGICAL NOTESThe timings provided are based on the Panchang for New Delhi, India. All hours after midnight are considered part of the next day. As per the Hindu tradition, a day begins and ends with sunrise, not midnight.- Ends
