Chants Of India By Sriram

On the occasion of Durgashtami (8th day of the bright phase of Moon), we bring to you Durgashtami Stotra, or chanting of Goddess Durga. On this day every month, the devotees perform Puja (prayer), which is followed by fasting (vrat). Lords Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh created the Goddess Durga to slay the demon was creating havoc on the earth. Performing this puja is said to improve courage, relationships and also self confidence.  This chanting is a part of the Durga Saptashati mantras Chanting of the sholka is by Sriram. Chants of India by Sriram Podcast is produced by gaatha story.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram  on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. Image of Durga obtained from public domain sources. You can learn more about this podcast by visiting https://indianchants.xyz

On Saturday, we pray to Lord Shani, the son of Chaya Devi and Surya. He is considered to be a benefactor as well as vindictive, depending on one's Karma. He is considered to be the Lord of Makara and Kumbha Rashis (Capricon and Aquarius). We bring to you a second episode today, featuring 108 names of Lord Shani (Shanaishchara Ashrottara Namavali). Listen to these narrations on the Chants of India by Sriram Podcast. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. Image of Shani obtained from Wikipedia.

On Saturday, we pray to Lord Shani, the son of Chaya Devi and Surya. He is considered to be a benefactor as well as vindictive, depending on one's Karma, and he is the Lord of Makar and Kumbha Rashis (Capricon and Aquarius). Listen to recitation of Dhyana Sholka : Shanaishcharya Gayatri Mantra and Shanaishcharya Kavacham in this episode. This episode has been narrated by Shriram for the Chants of India podcast, and produced by gaatha story. You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena.

The festival of Makar Sankranti was celebrated recently on January 15th. This festival marks the first day of sun's transit into the Makar Rashi (Capricorn). It is believed that from this day onwards, the cycle of longer days begins. It is one of the few festivals that is observed according to solar calendar. Makar Sankranti is known as as Maghi or Lohri in North India, Makara Sankranti in Hamarashtra, Pedda Pandaga in Andhra Pradesh; and is also celebrated in West Bengal, Karnataka and Telangana. This festival is known as Sukarat in central India, Magh Bihu in Assamese, and Thai Pongal by Tamil Nadu. To mark this occasion, Sriram had recorded this episode – chants of Lord Surya (Sun) from the 37th mantra from 10th mandal of Rigveda. You can learn more about Makar Sankranti and the 10th mandal of Rigveda on Wikipedia.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.c

A Guru has a special place of respect and reverence in our minds and hearts. This episode talks about Panchami or the 5th day of Krishna Paksha (dark phase of the moon). This day is considered auspicious for many major actions or events in life. We are publishing this episode on a Thursday (Guruwar – the day of the Guru). Narrated by Sriram and produced by gaatha story for Chants of India by Sriram Podcast.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps w

Welcome to the Introduction Episode of the Chants of India by Sriram, a podcast by gaatha story. It is important for all of us to take a step back, slow down the pace of things, reflect and meditate. That is what this podcast aims to do. Through the Vedic chants, this podcast will introduce us to the meaning, significance, and the reason behind a particular chant. Some of the narrations may be topical, while others might be specific to a festival or an occasion. Your host Sriram will take us through this journey through this series, while in this episode, you will hear from Amar Deshpande, the co-founder of gaatha story and the creator of this podcast. We thought it was the great way to start the new year, and at the same time celebrate our three year anniversary.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZW