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Uposatha is the very tranquil and peaceful observance in the calm tempo of the Budhhist lunar calendar. Uposatha is observed thrice in each lunar cycle, and these three observances are known as New Moon, Full Moon and Quarter Moon Uposatha. Uposatha is not just a day of observance it is a time to reminisce and …
The culturally vibrant air of India is welcoming the festival of Diwali, and the first day of this season begins with Dhanteras. Dhanteras is generally observed two days before the festival of Diwali. The Diwali season extends for a period of five days, and the pious day of Dhanteras marks its starting. On Dhanteras Lord …
In the culturally rich country of India, one more heartfelt tradition of Ahoi Ashtami or Ahoi Athe is about to be celebrated in a couple of days. This sacred observance of Ahoi Ashtami or Ahoi Ashtmi is celebrated mainly in the Northern parts of India by mothers for the long life of their children, for …
Karwa Chauth 2025 is just around the weekend and everyone observing it needs to know all about the Karwa Chauth rituals Let’s look at all the Karwa Chauth rituals (Puja Vidhi), the auspicious puja muhurat and detailed list of puja samagri (items needed to perform Puja) and everything else which is needed to observe and …
Karwa Chauth, one of the many Indian festivals that celebrate and honour relationships. India, the extremely culturally rich country, the vibrance and colour of the varied traditions, culture and values, and the undying and meaningful celebration of devotion and faith laden festivals is worth watching. Karwa Chauth is one such occasion, it is a festival …
Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on the 02nd October every year to mark and honour the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Anyone and everyone who even as in inch of knowledge about him respects him and thus in India he has been fondly named as the “Father of the Nation”. Gandhi Jayanti is not just about …
India is a country of radiant and vivid cultures, customs, various glorious festivals and perennial beliefs. Dussehra or Vijayadashami is one such momentous occasion where the whole country comes together and celebrates this festival. Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day of the Ashwin month which mostly falls in October and sometimes in September, as …
The grand festival of Navratri which is dedicated to Maa Durga, concludes with the day dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of the deity. Just like the name suggests, Maa Siddhidatri blesses her devotees with siddhi like happiness, balance and mental and spiritual strength. Known as the provider of spiritual powers and divine perfections, …
Do you celebrate Kanya Puja or Kanjak every year?? India is now celebrating its one of the most auspicious festivals Navratri. Generally, it’s a nine-day long festival, but this year Maa Durga has decided to bless everyone for an extra one day, and that is why Navratri, this year is being celebrated for 10 days. …
Navratri, the 9 day/ 10 day grand festival which is dedicated to Maa Durga and her nine divine forms, echoes the victory of good over bad, truth over lies and evil. Day 8 of this auspicious festival of Navratri is commonly known as Maha Ashtami, and is dedicated to Maa Mahagauri, the eighth roop of …