Bhai Dooj 2014: Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

Today i.e. on October 25, is Bhai Dooj, the festival to honor the prestigious bond of the beautiful relation shared between a brother and sister. Celebrate this day and bid the perfect farewell to Diwali celebrations. Indulge in the festive mood of this day with our exclusive article...

Dooj is the fifth and the last day of Diwali celebrations. According to the Hindu calendar, this sacred day celebrates the pious bond between a brother and sister. The day of Bhai Dooj comes on the New Moon day of bright fortnight of Shukla Paksha, during the Kartik month. In some regions of the country, Bhaiya Dooj is known as Bhatri Dwitiya or Bhai Phota.

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The relation between a brother and sister is often the one that consists of sweet rifts. For every girl who has a brother, Bhai Dooj is a very special occasion. This day provides them the chance to show their love, care, and respect for each other.

Bhai Dooj: Muhurat

Bhai Dooj Tilak Muhurat: From 13:11 to 15:24 in the afternoon.

Bhai Dooj: Rituals Of The Day

To make sure that you don’t miss out any ritual of this auspicious day, we have come up with the simple procedure of rituals to be performed on this day:

1. Sisters beautifully decorate a Puja Thali with Diya (lamp), rice, sweet, and Kumkum (vermilion).
2. Sisters apply Kumkum (Tilak) on the forehead of their brothers. While putting it, they pray for their brothers’ long and healthy life.
3. Aarti is performed and sweet is offered to the brothers.
4. Then, sisters touch the feet of their elder brothers.
5. After all these rituals are done, brothers present any gift or some amount of money to their sisters, as a token of love and affection.

Bhai Dooj: Legend Of The Day

Two very popular legends are associated with Bhai Dooj. On this special day, let us read about both these legends:

Tale Of Yama & Yamuna

According to a mythological evidence, once Yamraj visited his sister Yami (Yamuna). There, Yama was welcomed by his sister, Yami with a Tilak (vermilion mark) on his forehead. This became popular as the gesture of love, respect and well-being. Yama wished for her brother’s well-being and long life. To show his love and affection for Yami, Yamraj gifted her presents. From that day onwards, tradition of celebrating Bhai Dooj came into existence.

Tale Of Lord Krishna & Subhadra

It is said that on the day of Bhai Dooj, Lord Krishna returned to Dwarka after killing Narakasura. To welcome the lord, his sister, Subhadra applied Tilak on his forehead. Since that day, sisters apply Tilak on their brother's forehead on this day and pray for their welfare and longevity.

So, we have read everything about this auspicious day. Increase the festivity of Bhai Dooj and strengthen your bond with your brother and sister with the help of our detailed article on Bhai Dooj in 2014.

Event Of The Day! Islamic New Year begins today. Celebrate this year with a huge bash. Muharram begins today, as well. The first month of Islamic Calendar is known as Muharram. Chitragupta Puja will be performed today. Kayasthas celebrate this day after the festive occasion of Diwali to honor the God who keeps the record of goods and evil acts. World Pasta Day is celebrated today. It is considered to be a global festival. Have A Nice Day!

Govardhan Puja 2014 - Check Out The Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

Govardhan Puja in 2014 is today i.e. on October 24. This is the day to honor Lord Krishna and to secure a better future ahead under the guidance of Govardhan Dhari, Lord Krishna. Read on to know more on Govardhan Puja in 2014.

Govardhan Puja 2014: Fourth Day Of Diwali

Diwali is undoubtedly the most celebrated platter of festive days in our country. As you all know that Diwali is not something that ends overnight; it is actually celebrated for five days, beginning with Dhanteras. Govardhan Puja takes place on the fourth day of Diwali. Now, let’s talk more about the holy day of Govardhan Puja. It is also known as Annakoot and Diwali Padwa.

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Want to know more about the five-day festive event of Diwali? Then, click here: Diwali 2014 - Let The Lights Pierce Into Darkness

Govardhan Puja 2014: Muhurat

1. Puja Muhurat: From 09:18 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
2. Rahukaal is from 10:41 am to 12:05 pm.
3. Abhijit Muhurat is from 11:42 am to 12:27 pm.

Lord Krishna is worshiped on the day of Govardhan Puja. But, what is the reason behind naming it as Govardhan Puja? Let’s find out the answer.

Govardhan Puja 2014: Why Is It Known As Govardhan Puja?

To find out the answer, one needs to go through Vishnu Purana. According to the evidences in it, Lord Krishna contributed largely to save the people from an impending danger at Braj. Let’s know how.

Govardhan is a hillock at Braj. Once, Krishna had suggested the people of Gokul to pay reverence to the nature in order to ask for rains. Actually, before Lord Krishna’s suggestion, the Gokul natives believed in worshiping Lord Indra (the lord of rain) to call down rain. They followed his advice, although this enraged Lord Indra, and he submerged the whole place of Braj with heavy downpours. Concluding this, Lord Krishna came to the rescue. He lifted the hill of Govardhan with his finger and sheltered the natives of Gokul under it. Following this incident, Krishna came to be known as Govardhan Dhari (the one who holds Govardhan Parvat). This came to be the reason for celebrating the day as Govardhan Puja.

Govardhan Puja 2014: Rituals & Procedures

Following are the rituals that are associated with the day of Govardhan Puja:

1. On the occasion of Govardhan, a replica of Govardhan hill is made from cow dung and decorated with flowers.
2. Then Govardhan hill is worshipped as the incarnation of Lord Krishna and devotees also worship cows, who are considered as dear to the Lord.
3. The most important ritual of Govardhan Puja is Annakut. Annakoot means ‘a mountain of food’, which comprises of about 56 or 108 delicious dishes.
4. Lord Krishna is given a bath with milk and adorned with new clothes and jewellery.
5. Then, Annakut is offered to Lord Krishna in form of Prasad and distributed among other devotees.
6. The proceedings are accompanied by Bhajan (devotional songs) sung by devotees to honor Lord Krishna.

Govardhan Puja 2014: Aarti Of The Day

Following are the lines of Aarti that is performed to honor Lord Govardhan:

श्री गोवर्धन महाराज, ओ महाराज,
तेरे माथे मुकुट विराज रहेओ ।
तोपे पान चढ़े तोपे फूल चढ़े,
तोपे चढ़े दूध की धार ।
तेरी सात कोस की परिकम्मा,
चकलेश्वर है विश्राम ।
तेरे गले में कंठा साज रेहेओ,
ठोड़ी पे हीरा लाल ।
तेरे कानन कुंडल चमक रहेओ,
तेरी झांकी बनी विशाल ।
गिरिराज धारण प्रभु तेरी शरण ।

This is the perfect day to honor Lord Krishna and to attain his blessings for a blissful life ahead. You need nothing, but a clean heart which is as precious as adornment of jewels. Happy Govardhan Puja in 2014!

Event Of The Day! Kartik Shukla Paksha begins today.  The bright phase of Kartika month brings in a platter of bright festivals for you. Bali Puja will also be performed today. On this day, King Bali is worshiped by the people of South India. Today is United Nations Day. It is celebrated as the anniversary of Charter of United Nations. Have A Nice Day Ahead!

Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (23.10.2014) - Muhurat Trading Special

On Diwali i.e. October 23, 2014, NSE (National Stock Exchange) will conduct Muhurat Trading from 18:15 to 19:30. Let’s find the predictions of our stock market expert Astrologer Rajeev K. Khattar Ji for this event below...

Planets position on 23rd October 2014 at 6:15 p.m. at Mumbai

Lagna – Aries
Rahu & Mercury – Virgo
Ketu in Pisces
Jupiter in Cancer
Mars in Sagittarius
Sun, Moon, Venus & Saturn in Libra

Planetary Aspects

Sun conjoins Moon & Venus. Mars sextiles Sun, Moon & Venus. Mercury sextiles Jupiter & opposite Ketu. Jupiter trines Ketu. Rahu sextiles Jupiter.

Panchang

Day: Wednesday
Tithi: Amavasya
Nakshatra: Chitra
Yoga: Vishkumbha

Bullish day! The indices are likely to close in green.

Persons having Libra and Pisces moon signs / lagna will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

By Rajeev K. Khattar

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Diwali 2014 With Surya Grahan - Muhurat, Puja Vidhi, & Predictions

Diwali has come along with Surya Grahan today i.e. on October 23, 2014. Conjunction of these two major events brings several questions to our minds. How will Surya Grahan affect the auspiciousness of Diwali? What to do and what not to? All the answers are here...

First of all, let’s know the Muhurats for Diwali:

Diwali 2014 Puja Muhurat

Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 6:56 p.m. to 8:14 p.m.
Pradosh Kaal Muhurat: 5:39 pm. to 8:14 p.m.
Vrishabh Kaal Muhurat: 6:56 p.m. to 8:52 p.m.

Mahanishitha Kaal Muhurat

Puja Muhurat: From 11:39 p.m. to 12:31 a.m.

Singh Kaal: 1:27 a.m. to 3:44 a.m.
Diwali Puja Vidhi
Lakshmi Puja Vidhi
Kali Puja Vidhi

To know more in detail about Diwali, click here: Diwali 2014

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Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: Effects On All 12 Zodiac Signs

Though Solar Eclipse on Diwali 2014 will not affect our country, but it will bring alterations for other countries. Keeping this thing in mind, our astrologer have made some predictions for the twelve zodiac signs. Let us throw a light on the possible events for all the signs:

Aries: Sufferings to women are possible
Taurus: Natives of this sign may feel physical weakness
Gemini: Possibility of facing embarrassment and expenses are foreseen
Cancer: Success in endeavors is predicted
Leo: Lions are expected to gain financial profit
Virgo: These natives may face loss of wealth
Libra: People of zodiac sign Libra may face physical ailments
Scorpio: Scorpions may face unexpected expenses
Sagittarius: These natives are expected to achieve promotion
Capricorn: You may have to confront some disease or may face any sort of fear
Aquarius: Secret worries are foreseen for the Aquarians
Pisces: Your wishes are likely to get fulfilled

Read the detailed horoscope by Pt. Deepak Dubey to know the effects of Surya Grahan on Diwali 2014 over you: Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: How Will It Affect You

Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: Important Tips Related To Solar Eclipse

To keep you safe from the ill effects of Surya Grahan in 2014, here are some useful suggestions for you. Read this points and maintain distance from inauspiciousness on Surya Grahan on Diwali 2014:

• Do not eat or drink anything in this duration
• Avoid wearing makeup or using cosmetics
• Stay inside your house, especially, if you are pregnant
• Refrain from cooking anything
• Avoid chopping and cutting anything
• Sexual activities should be avoided
• Do not view the Surya Grahan with unaided eyes

So, these were some really important points to be remembered during Surya Grahan in 2014. But, it is equally important to know as to how fetch the auspiciousness from this Surya Grahan. But how? Well, with these important tips given below:

Stay calm and meditate with a peaceful mind
Chant Mantras such as Maha Mrityunjay, Gayatri Mantra, and Surya Stotram
To purify the house, sprinkle Ganga Jal (holy water) in every corner
Take bath after the Surya Grahan
Eat freshly cooked food after the Grahan is over

Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: A Piece Of Advice For The Moms To Be

Be it partial Surya Grahan or total, it is directly related with the safety of a pregnant women. Through this article on Surya Grahan on Diwali in 2014, we want to help every woman who is expecting her bundle of joy. These useful tips will definitely prove to be a helping hand for ensuring your and your baby’s safety:

• Do not view the Surya Grahan with naked eyes
• During the Grahan Kaal, stay indoors
• Make sure not to use any sharp weapon or knife during Surya Grahan, as it is believed that using them during Grahan, leads to the birth of a child with some health issue related to some organ
• Keep Durva or Kusha grass with you
• Before and after the Grahan, take bath
• Avoid wearing hair pin, any jewelry or sari pins
• Avoid sleeping and chant Santana Gopala Mantra

Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: Astronomical Facts

Under astronomical events, the last Surya Grahan of this year, i.e. Khagras Surya Grahan, will take place on October 24, 2014. If we talk with respect to Indian Panchang, this Surya Grahan will happen between the night of October 23 and October 24 at 01:07 am. The Khagras Grahan will come to an end at 05:22 am. As this solar eclipse is invisible in India; therefore, its pros & cons will not be experienced by the people of the country. With this eclipse taking place on the night of Diwali; hence, it is obvious for the masses for being curious about it. However, as Surya Grahan on Diwali 2014 is not visible in India, it will neither affect the country nor the grand festival of Diwali.

Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: Astrological Analysis

Surya Grahan on Diwali 2014 will be seen in America, Canada, Mexico, Alaska, north-western parts of Pacific Ocean, Bering sea, and north-eastern Siberia. In the reference of Solar eclipse on Diwali 2014, our astrologer Pt. Hanumman Mishra says that ‘though this eclipse won’t affect the country, but if there happens to be a negligible impact, it would be favorable’. Reason behind this is the rise of Cancer ascendant in the country, during the eclipse. As this ascendant is posited in the third house of India; hence, country’s power will get more attention universally, as compared to before. Also, Sun is posited in the sixth house; therefore, countries which are our enemies, will either turn friendly or will face some sort of harm. These results will be witnessed within the upcoming six months. Once again I would like to say that Surya Grahan on Diwali 2014 will not affect our nation, but it will surely hit the countries where it will be seen.

Surya Grahan On Diwali 2014: What Astrology Says About Solar Eclipse?

In the words of astrology, ‘’Surya Grahan is that phase of time when nothing auspicious should be done’’. Not only this, but the duration prior to Surya Grahan is also not considered favorable, as per astrology. This time period before the solar eclipse is known as ‘Sutak’.

The 12 hours before any Surya Grahan comes under Sutak. In common language, these 12 hours are known as 4 Pahars. Beliefs say that in this particular time phase, the atmosphere gets filled with destructive and negative things. Therefore, if any work is performed under Sutak, it gets affected by the negative powers of these elements, which ultimately leads to troubles.

To know everything in detail about Surya Grahan (Solar Eclipse), click here: Surya Grahan 2014

So, with this little piece of information, we hope you have a wonderful day. As NSE is conducting Muhurat Trading today from 18:15, we will be posting the predictions today at 16:00, so stay tuned!

HAPPY DIWALI!

Kali Chaudas 2014 - Know The Muhurta & Puja Vidhi

Kali Chaudas, Chhoti Diwali or Narak Chaturdashi is going to be celebrated today, i.e. on October 22, 2014. Numerous names of the festival, but, all are having the same goals, to remove the darkness, gain wealth & prosperity and to practice clean and pure thoughts. Read and know more about its auspiciousness.

Kali Chaudas is celebrated on the fourteenth day of the Krishna Paksha (Dark Fortnight) in the Hindu month ‘Kartik’. It is the second day of the five-day festival of Diwali, due to which it holds a special significance among Hindus.

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Kali Chaudas is known by the different names like Narak Chaturdashi, Roop Chaudas, Roop Chaturdashi and Chhoti Diwali. Kali Chaudas is celebrated in the context of Lord Vishnu’s victory over demon Narakasur.

Every festival has a story behind its celebration. Two very famous stories or legends are also associated with the celebration of Kali Chaudas. To know about these legends of Kali Chaudas, click here - Kali Chaudas Legend

Kali Chaudas 2014 - Auspicious Muhurat

(Below given Panchanga is on the basis of New Delhi region.)

1. Abhyang Snan Muhurta: From 04:48 to 06:29 of October 22, 2014.
2. The Chaturdashi Tithi (the fourteenth day) will prevail from 01:22 of Oct 22 till 02:34 of Oct 23, 2014.
3. The time of Rahukaal is from 12:05 to 13:30 in the afternoon.
4. The time of Amrit Kaal is from 20:08 to 21:52 at night.

Abhyang Snan Muhurat is the important ritual to be performed on the day of Kali Chaudas. It is believed that bathing on this day at the auspicious Muhurat, saves you from going to hell after death.

Kali Chaudas 2014 - Rituals Of The Day

As per the rituals, the devotees apply a scented oil on their bodies before taking bath. After taking bath in the auspicious Muhurat of Abhyang Snan, they start the Puja by following certain rituals or Puja Vidhi, which are as follows:

• Place the idol of Goddess Kali on the Puja Sthan
• Light Diya in front of Goddess Kali’s idol
• Offer Maa Kali the offerings of turmeric powder (Haldi), vermilion (Kumkum), camphor (Kapoor), coconut and betel nuts to Goddess Kali
• Meditate and pray in the honour of Goddess Kali

This is all about the festival of Kali Chaudas or Chhoti Diwali. We wish that Kali Chaudas 2014 fill your life with positivity and ward off all the negativity and darkness from your body and mind.

AstroSage wishes you a happy and prosperous Kali Chaudas in 2014.

To know more about the festival of Kali Chaudas, click here: Kali Chaudas 2014

Event Of The Day! Click here for today’s Stock Market Predictions: Sensex-Nifty Predictions Today is Masik Shivratri. Celebrate the day when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati became one. Tomorrow, i.e on October 23, 2014, we will celebrate the festival of lights and happiness, Diwali. Stay tuned with us to know more about the festival Diwali. Have a nice day!

Sensex -Nifty Astrology Predictions (22.10.2014)

Planets position on 22nd October 2014 at 09:15am at Mumbai

Lagna in Scorpio
Sun, Venus & Saturn in Libra
Moon, Mercury & Rahu in Virgo
Jupiter in Cancer
Ketu in Pisces
Mars in Sagittarius

Planetary Aspects

Sun conjoins Venus. Mars sextiles Sun & Venus. Mercury sextiles Jupiter and conjoins Rahu. Jupiter trines Ketu. Saturn squares Jupiter.

Chandra Rasi: Virgo
Nakshatra: Hasta

Moon signifies cusps numbers 9 & 10 through placement and lordship. Moon in the star of Moon and sub of Jupiter.

The bulls will win in the game of speculation today.

Persons having Libra & AquariusMoon signs/Lagna (ascendant) may get financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading, but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

By Rajeev K. Khattar

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Dhan Teras 2014 - Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

Dhanteras in 2014 is today i.e. on October 21. Celebrate this day by worshiping Goddess Laxmi, Lord Kubera and Lord Yama. Want to know more about Dhanteras or the very first day of Diwali? Then, read about Dhan Teras in this article.

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Dhan Teras 2014: Puja Muhurat

Sunrise is at morning 06:28 and sunset is at evening 17:41.
Krishna Paksha (dark half) of the Hindu month Kartik is going on.
Trayodashi Tithi will prevail till 01:12 (22.10.2014).
Puja Muhurat: In the evening from 19:05 to 20:15.

Dhanteras is the perfect start to the festive carnival of Diwali. As you all know that the festival of Diwali is celebrated over a period of five days, Dhanteras is the perfect start to this day. The day of Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, brings in prosperity and well-being in a person’s life.

Want to know more about the five-day festival of Diwali? Then, click here: Diwali 2014 - Let The Lights Pierce The Darkness

On the day of Dhanteras, people indulge themselves in purchasing articles or items of gold, silver etc. They are considered to be the tokens of well-being and prosperity. The word Dhan Teras literally means celebration of wealth on the very thirteenth day. Hence, the devotees prefer to buy Ganesha, Lakshmi, and Kuber idols made up of precious metals.

Purchase gold coin on Dhanteras and fetch positivity & fortune. Buy gold coins at affordable price here: Ganesh Lakshmi Gold Coin

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Dhan Teras 2014: Procedures & Rituals Of The Day

Following are the rituals that are followed on the day of Dhanteras:

1. Lighting Diyas (earthen lamps) is a special attraction on Dhanteras. During evening, Diyas are lightened at homes. It symbolizes enlightenment piercing into the darkness of materialistic pleasures.
2. A Diya is known as Yamadeep, lit to honor Yama Deva (the lord of death).
3. Then, holy water is offered to Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber from the copper vessel.
4. After this, the Dhanteras Puja is performed using grains, roli etc.
5. Sweets are offered.
6. It is also a part of the ritual that women circumambulate around the Diya four times, on Dhan Trayodashi.

Dhan Teras 2014: Mantra Of The Day

Following are the main Mantras performed on the day of Dhan Trayodashi:

Yam Deep Mantra

म्रत्युनाम पासहस्तेन कालेन भार्यापास त्रयो I
दास्याम दीप्दानाम सुर्यज त्रिछत्तामिवि II

Kuber Mantra

धनदाय नमस्तुभ्यम निधिपद्माधिवाय च I
भवन्तु त्वत्प्रसादान्मे धन धन्यदिसेम्पध II

Laxmi Mantra

महालक्ष्यमये च विधमहे विष्णु I
पतन्ये च धीमहे तन्नो लक्ष्मी प्रचोदयात II

Dhan Teras 2014: Significance Of The Day

The name of Dhanteras comes from Dhanvantari, the lord of medicine. It is believed that during Samudra Manthan, a combat arose between the gods and demons. Then, Dhanvantari emerged from Kshira Sagar (ocean of milk) with a pot of Amrit (divine nectar). This came to be known as the advent of Ayurveda. Since then, this day is dedicated to Dhanvantri Dev.

The day is also popular as Yama Deep Daan, as the day also contain certain evidences that is associated with Lord Yama (lord of death). King Hima’s son was predicted to die because of snake’s bite on the fourth day of his marriage. When the prince’s wife came to know of this, she tried desperately to protect her husband’s life from his destined death. Even when, Lord Yama came in their house in the disguised form of a snake, the wife was finally able to put her devotion into practicality. Thus, she saved her husband from death. This represents the elimination of darkness, as death symbolizes darkness.
Hopefully, now you would be able to honor the day with high reverence. If you devote yourself at the lord of divinity with a true heart, you will definitely be blessed. Have a Happy Dhanteras in 2014!

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