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Papmochani Ekadashi 2026 (March 15): The name literally means “The Remover of Sins.” Falling between Holi and Chaitra Navratri, this Ekadashi is famous for the legend of Sage Medhavi and Apsara Manjughosha. Read the story and find out how fasting on this day can liberate you from the guilt of past misdeeds.
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Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 (Feb 27): Also known as Rangbhari Ekadashi, this day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the sacred Amla tree. It is believed that the Amla tree was the first tree created in the universe. Read the Vrat Katha, learn the Puja Vidhi for health and wealth, and find the exact Parana timings here.
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Vijaya Ekadashi 2026 (Feb 13): Known as the “Day of Victory,” this auspicious fast was observed by Lord Rama to cross the ocean and defeat Ravana. Read the complete Vrat Katha, find the exact Parana timings for your city, and learn the Vedic procedure to overcome obstacles and legal battles.
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Discover the powerful Vrat Katha of Malyavan and Pushpavati that grants liberation from ghostly existence (Pishach Yoni). Get exact Parana timings, Puja Vidhi, and the significance of fasting on this auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
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Experience the divine beauty of the Full Moon with our detailed list of Purnima Dates 2026. Discover the significance of each Pournami, its associated rituals, fasting traditions, and auspicious pujas. Learn why Purnima symbolizes spiritual completeness and how observing it with devotion brings peace, prosperity, and harmony. Book your Purnima Puja online with verified Pandits across India through SmartPuja.com — your trusted platform for authentic Vedic knowledge and sacred ceremonies.
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Shattila Ekadashi (Jan 14, 2026) is a powerful day to wash away sins by using Sesame (Til) in 6 sacred ways. Read the Vrat Katha, find the exact Parana timings, and learn the correct Puja Vidhi for Lord Vishnu.
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Guru Pradosh 2026: When Pradosham falls on a Thursday, it combines the grace of Lord Shiva with the wisdom of Jupiter. Discover the 5 powerful dates in 2026 to remove obstacles and gain ancestral blessings.
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Looking for the next Amavasya? Here is the complete 2026 calendar with precise start and end timings for all 13 No Moon days, including the rare Adhik Maas Amavasya.
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Celebrate Tamil New Year & Vishu on April 14, 2026. Discover the auspicious Vishu Kani Muhurat, the significance of Mangai Pachadi, and how to book Pandits for New Year Pujas.
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Padmini Ekadashi (May 27, 2026) is the rare Adhik Maas fast. Read the legend of Queen Padmini and King Kritavirya, and how this Vrat blessed them with the invincible son, Kartavirya Arjuna.