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Kanjak / Kanya Puja 2026: How It Is Celebrated Across India

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Kanjak Puja , also known as Kanya Puja or Kanya Pujan, is a Navratri tradition in which young girls are worshipped as forms of Goddess Durga . It is most commonly observed on Ashtami or Navami. Families welcome young girls into their homes, offer prayers, serve them a traditional meal and give them gifts before they leave. While Kanjak is especially associated with North India, the idea of celebrating the divine feminine takes many different forms across India — from Kumari Puja in West Bengal to Golu, Ayudha Puja and Vidyarambham in southern India. Kanjak Puja 2026: Key Facts What is Kanjak Puja? Worship of young girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga during Navratri. When is Kanjak celebrated? Usually on Ashtami or Navami, depending on family and regional tradition. How many girls are invited? Nine girls are traditionally invited in many North Indian households to represent the nine forms of Goddess Durga. What food is served? Poori, chana and halwa are the tradition...
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15 Best Rakhi Gifts for Kids in 2026 (That Aren't Just Toys)

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15 Best Rakhi Gifts for Kids in 2026 (That Aren't Just Toys) Rakhi is one of those festivals where the gift often matters almost as much as the rakhi itself. And if you're buying for a child, you probably know the dilemma: What do you give them that they'll actually enjoy—and not forget about two days later? Another toy? Maybe. A screen? Probably not. This Raksha Bandhan, why not give them something they can make, solve, paint, build or discover? Whether you're shopping for your son, daughter, niece, nephew or a younger cousin, we've put together 15 Rakhi gift ideas that are fun to open and, more importantly, fun to spend time with. And we've sorted them by age to make the choice a little easier. How to choose a Rakhi gift kids will actually enjoy Before you pick something, here are three simple things worth considering: 1. Choose for the child, not just their age Age is a useful guide, but you know the child best. Some five-year-olds love puzzles, while others ...
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