Basant Panchami falls on February 2nd, followed by Bhishma Ashtami on the 5th. Devotees observe Ekodishta Shraddha on this day in honor of Bhishma Pitamaha, a powerful character in the Mahabharata.

The Maha Kumbh Mela this year has occurred after 144 years due to a rare celestial alignment. And it is believed that taking ...