Nagula Chavithi: Celebrating the Sacred Bond Between Humans and Serpents
Introduction The festival of Nagula Chavithi is dedicated to the worship of serpents and is celebrated with devotion across southern states of India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. This auspicious festival fa...
Chhath Puja worships the Sun for light and energy
Chhath Puja comes after Diwali and is widely celebrated in northern India, especially in parts of UP and Bihar. Chhath means six. Chhath Puja is the puja that is performed on the sixth day after Diwali. The 2024 Chhath Puja happens ...
Bhai Phonta: A Festival of Love and Tradition in Bengal
Bengal’s Bhai Phonta, also known as Bhai Dooj in other parts of India, is a significant festival that celebrates the sacred bond of love between brothers and sisters. In Bengal, this day is marked with elaborate rituals, joyful family...
Celebrating Annakut: A Festival of Gratitude and Abundance
Introduction India, with its rich tapestry of cultures and traditions, is a vibrant amalgamation of festivals that reflect the country’s diverse heritage. Each festival tells a story and carries significant meaning, representing the ...
Bhai Dooj 2024: Commemorating the love of brothers and sisters
Everything you need to know about Bhai Dooj 2024 Diwali/Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights, usually begins with Dhanteras and ends with Bhai Dooj, the fifth day of Diwali. Bhai Dooj is observed on the second lunar day of t...
Govardhan Puja 2024: Tribute to Lord Krishna
Govardhan Puja is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Krishna. The devotees on this day offer a large variety of vegetarian food to Krishna and worship the Govardhan Hill. The festival is also known as Annakut, which means a mountain of ...
Diwali 2024: Let’s Kindle the Light of Knowledge
Diwali or Deepavali is the Hindu festival known as the festival of lights. It is one of the major Hindu festivals or perhaps the biggest one in terms of energy and participation. It’s a pan-Indian festival, which also involves the par...
Naraka Chaturdashi: The Festival of Light and Triumph Over Darkness
Naraka Chaturdashi, widely recognized as Kali Chaudas, stands as a pivotal Hindu festival celebrated on the 14th day of the Krishna Paksha during the Hindu calendar month of Kartika. This auspicious day, which falls on the second day of...
Dhanteras: Worship of Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi
Dhanteras 2024, commonly referred to as 'Dhantrayodashi,' is a highly significant Hindu festival that marks the auspicious beginning of the celebrated Diwali festivities. Occurring on the thirteenth day of the Kartik month, during the K...
Ahoi Ashtami 2024: Date, Significance, and Rituals
Ahoi Ashtami is a significant festival primarily celebrated by mothers for the well-being, prosperity, and longevity of their children. This festival falls on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha (waning moon phase) duri...
