{
  "id": 19161131,
  "title": "Govardhan Puja 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Significance And The Story Behind The Festival",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/govardhan-puja-2026-date-shubh-muhurat-significance-and-the-story",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T13:38:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/govardhan-puja-2026-date-shubh-muhurat-significance-and-the-story-behind-the-festival"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut, is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated on Kartik Shukla Pratipada, commemorating Lord Krishna's protection of the people of Braj by lifting Govardhan Hill. In 2026, the festival will take place on Tuesday, November 10. The best times for worship, or muhurats, are 6:43 AM to 8:59 AM and 3:46 PM to 6:01 PM. The Pratipada Tithi begins on November 9 at around 12:31 PM and ends on November 10 at around 2:00 PM. The exact timing of Bestu Varas may vary, but it is either on November 9 or 10, marking the Gujarati New Year 2026. This festival signifies the victory of devotion over arrogance and the importance of respecting nature, as Lord Krishna lifted Govardhan Hill to shelter the villagers and their cattle during a heavy rainfall.",
  "summary": "The festive celebrations of Diwali continue with Govardhan Puja, an auspicious occasion dedicated to Lord Krishna. Also known as Annakut, the festival is observed on Kartik Shukla Pratipada and commemorates the day Lord Krishna protected the people of Braj by lifting Govardhan Hill. In 2026, Govardhan Puja falls on Tuesday, November 10. Govardhan Puja 2026: Date And Shubh Muhurat Govardhan Puja…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}