Makar Sankranti is the most popular Sankranti among all the 12 Sankranti(s) which is dedicated to the Hindu deity Surya (Sun). People not only signify this as the day of performing the righteous deeds but also celebrate it as the festival of kites. The roofs of the homes witness special excitement among the kite-lovers who can be found flying kites with great happiness. Even the sky is seen studded of colorful kites who as if take their flight to explore new heights. Well, how can one forget those “Til Ke Laddu” who are specially made as prime sweet-dish of the festival!

Eid e Milad un Nabi or Mawlid is the birthday of Mohammed, the prophet who is the founder of Islam, known to the world through the holy book Koran. The day comes on Rabi' Al-Awwal, the Islamic calendar's third month which means the spring has commenced. The months of the Islamic calendar begin at the sight of the new moon's first crescent. Because Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi falls in Rabi' Al-Awwal, it's believed to be a blessed month.

Normally Sankranti is seen as just an astrological Sun transition event in which the Sun enters from its existing Rashi to the next Rashi, but its significance is much more. Tula Sankranti is not observed just for fulfilling the religious ritual, but it is celebrated with thanksgiving for the food and prosperity people get from their God. It is believed that God not only blesses with the growth of the grain but also keeps them safe by keeping the harmful species and events at bay.

Kumbha Sankranti is not only a Hindu religious event but also an event of international attraction. It is considered as one of the largest religious festivals in the world which is addressed as Kumbha Mela. Although Kumbha Sankranti is famous all around India and indeed in the world, yet its charm is worth witnessing among the people of Eastern India. Kumbha Sankranti worship ritual performing saint!

The Hindu solar calendar introduces 12 Sankrantis and each of these Sankramanam events marks the beginning of a new Hindu month. Holding the eighth position in the Indian astrological system of Rashi, Vrishchika Sankranti is marked as a sacred Sun movement from one zodiac to the next one.

Rishi Panchami is observed by Hindu women as a fasting day to revere Sapta Rishi (Seven Sages). It is believed that paying obeisance to seven saints by fasting on Rishi Panchami day leads one to set free from the impurities of Rajaswala Dosha.

Kanya Sankranti marks the “Sun Transition” activity from one to another Rashi and brings the Vishwakarma worship celebrations along with it. The devotees pray to Hindu Sun God, Lord Vishwakarma, and worship their business belongings for their works’ progress and smooth functioning.

Hartalika Teej celebration of Hindu ladies and girls in the garden area: The festive breeze blowing all around in the air!

Kajari Teej, also popular as Satudi Teej and Badi Teej in various regions, is a famous and beloved monsoon festival among Hindu females. Alike Chhoti Teej's rituals are especially observed by the girls, the observations of Badi Teej AKA Kajari Teej are performed by married ladies. This festivity comes to spread joy among females three days after Rakhi in Bhadrapada month as per the North Indian calendar. Those who consider the South Indian calendar for knowing the date and Muhurat of Teej worship and rituals, celebrate Teej in Panchang's Shravan month. Hindu females worship Shiva and Parvati on this day for seeking blessings on their families. Other than Kajari Teej, Hariyali Teej (Chhoti Teej), Hartalika Teej, Akshay Tritiya (Akha Teej), and Gangaur are also famous as Teej festivals of India.

About Dates Significance & Mythologies Puja Vidhi & Katha Types When it is about the Sankranti followers, the information of Sankranti dates is not enough for them. They show great interest in three types of muhurta as well, which are- Muhurat of Sankranti Sankranti Punya Kaal Sankranti Maha Punya Kaal It is to be noted that the whole Sankranti Day or Sankranti moment is not special or beneficial. Only certain Ghati(s) (time) before and after the Sankranti moment are important and considered auspicious for performing righteous charitable activities. This particular time period is known as Sankranti Punya Kaal (auspicious time) and Sankranti Maha Punya Kaal (highly auspicious time). All the Sankraman events or festive rituals are performed in this duration only, which is found out as per the Panhcang Muhurat.

About Dates Significance & Mythologies Puja Vidhi & Katha Types Sankranti Calendar is the collection of all 12 Sankranti dates in one place which is found out as per the Hindu Solar Calendar . When Sun enters from one to another Rashi or Zodiac, the event is called ‘ Sankranti ’ that is literally the ‘ transmigration ’ or ‘ migration ’ or ‘ transmission ’ or simply ‘change’. The certain time duration, that is before and after the moment of Sankranti, is believed to be auspicious for donating the clothes, food, cow, and other stuff to the needy one. People follow this all as part of their rituals, tradition, and culture. Some celebrate it as a festival, and some see this as an opportunity to perform righteous acts.

About Dates Significance & Mythologies Puja Vidhi & Katha Types The word Sankranti brings the breeze of festive mood and celebration, reminding of those sky-kissing kites and tasty Sankranti dishes. Where kids start to miss their kites , the Indian ladies scroll their Sankranti recipes , and old people think of those river baths and charitable activities . We know how to celebrate Sankranti, but do you know " why " we observe the Sankranti? Let's take a quick tour of information about the  Sankranti festival and scroll the complete list of 12 Sankranti days which are signified one by one. One comes each month throughout the year.

Simha Sankranti is one of those 12 Sankranti(s) which are not just the astrological events of sun transition from one to another rashi, but are important religiously too. People hold great sentiments and belief in their deity for fulfilling their spiritual and worldly desires while performing the righteous activities such as- taking the holy bath, worshipping the devas, and giving the offerings and tithes.

Nag Panchami is traditionally celebrated by worshipping naga(s) or snakes on Shravana Shukla Panchami. Hindus in Nepal, India, and other countries perform Sarp-puja and observe rituals for attracting good tidings in life.

Hariyali Teej , also known as Shravan Teej and Chhoti Teej , is a Hindu festival that is celebrated during Monsoon. Where Kajari Teej is significantly observed by married women, Hariyali Teej is for unmarried girls. One of Teej festivals, Hariyali Teej is famous among the Indian ladies in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, and North Indian states such as Rajasthan. Other Teej festivals that people enjoy celebrating are Kajari Teej (Badi Teej or Satudi Teej), Hartalika Teej , Akha Teej (Akshay Tritiya), and Gangaur Tritiya .

Teej is a women-oriented Monsoon festival of Hindus which brings the joyous breeze of singing, dancing, and swinging to celebrate the prayers to deva. When the day, date, and time of Teej comes, tree swings and Fundi (Also spelled as Foondi) remain the highlight of the Teej celebration. There are three types of Teej that are celebrated with different significances, rituals, and beliefs. They are- Hariyali Teej, Kajari Teej, and Hartalika Teej. These all swing festivals bring a flood of prayers towards the Parvati and Shiva.

Every Hindu fast, festival or even the event of Sankranti folds a story, a belief, mythological folklore, and a specific custom or tradition to observe it. The faith-holders also associate them with a particular Deva or God or the Goddess with the hope of seeking blessings in some area of their lives. Such a diversified array makes them distinguished. Dhanu Sankranti is no exception in this series. It is not just another Sankranti or a Sun-transition event that falls every month with a new name and marks the beginning of a new Hindi month. It is special for the followers of Lord Jagannath and Lord Krishna.