Ahoi Ashtami
A festival observed by mothers for the well-being of their children, involving fasting and prayers to Goddess Ahoi.
Festivals
Akshaya Tritiya
An auspicious day for beginning new ventures and purchasing gold, believed to bring prosperity and good fortune.
Ananta Chaturdashi
The final day of the Ganesh festival when idols are immersed in water. Also marks the worship of Lord Vishnu in his Ananta (infinite) form.
Arbaeen
A Shia Muslim observance marking the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala.
Army Day
Celebrated on January 15 to commemorate Lieutenant General K. M. Cariappa taking over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Sir Francis Butcher in 1949.
Ayudha Puja
Part of the Navratri festival where tools, instruments, and vehicles are worshipped as a symbol of divine blessing for success in work.