India, Sept. 29 -- Durga Ashtami, also called Maha Ashtami, is considered one of the most sacred and significant days during Navratri and Durga Puja. Devotees celebrate this day by worshipping Goddess Durga in her most powerful and fierce form, performing special rituals, prayers, and offerings with utmost devotion. From date, shubh muhurat, and puja vidhi, here's all you need to know about this auspicious occasion. (Also read: Durga Puja 2025 calendar: Maha Saptami today; Know the full list of 5-day festival, when are Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami )

This year, the significant festival of Durga Ashtami will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 30. According to Drik Panchang, the Ashtami Tithi will begin on September 29 at 4:31 PM and end on ...