Updated Mar 11, 2021 | 09:36 IST
Those who observe a fast on Maha Shivratri break it on the next day. The ritual of ending the fast is called Parana. And one must break the fast at an appropriate time. Read on to know the rules and timings. Maha Shivratri 2021 Parana Time: Know when and how to break  
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Maha Shivratri celebrations take place on the Chaturdashi Tithi, Krishna Paksha of Phalguna month. However, those who follow the Amavasyant calendar celebrate it in Magha month
A day-long fast and puja during Nishita Kaal mark Maha Shivratri festivities
Those who observe a fast on Maha Shivratri break it on the next day. The ritual of ending the fast is called Parana
Maha Shivratri Prasad: Know what you can prepare for Lord Shiva on this auspicious day Updated Mar 10, 2021 | 07:26 IST
One of the biggest festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva is just around the corner. Ahead of Maha Shivratri, know what bhog you can prepare for the Lord and consume the same as prasad when you break the fast. Maha Shivratri Prasad: Know what you can prepare for Lord Shiva on this auspicious day 
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One of the biggest festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva is just around the corner
Maha Shivratri is celebrated on the Chaturdashi Krishna Paksha of Phalguna month (as per Purnimant calendar) and Magha (as per Amavasyant calendar)