Page 5 - Traditional Festivals

Choti Holi 2024: History, importance, shubh muhurat, puja rituals and vidhi

Choti Holi or Holika Dahan falls on March 24. In the meantime, Holi lies a day after i.e. on March 25. Choti Holi is a lively celebration that brings people together to pray, socialise, and have fun

Holi 2024: Best skin care tips for protection from harsh colours this Holi

Holi used to be played with natural colours produced using flowers and herbs, however, presently they have been replaced by chemical substances. Here are some of the tips to keep your skin protected

Holi 2024: Places to visit in India to celebrate festival of colours

Experience the essence of Holi in the vibrant cities and towns of India. From Mathura's streets to Barsana's lanes, every city offers a special Holi celebration

Holi 2024: All about harmful effects of chemical colours on your health

From gulal to water balloons, the joy of Holi unites us, making remarkable memories of fun and giggling. However, it's important to stay away from certain synthetic colours that contain chemicals

Holi 2024: 8 colourful and vibrant ways to decorate your home for Holi

Holi is a high energy celebration so live its essence with beautiful makeovers, handcrafted decorations and lift the stylish of your space to make unforgettable moments with friends and family

Holi 2024: Tips to celebrate the festival of colours in an eco-friendly way

Environmental activists have been emphasising on the importance of having an eco-friendly Holi festivity for the past many years. Holi will be celebrated on March 25 around the world

Lathmar Holi 2024: All about this unique variety of Holi festivity

Holi is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month Phalguna, which normally lies in February or March. This year, the celebration of colours will be celebrated on March 25, 2024

Mahashivratri 2024: Delhi police issues traffic advisory; check routes

Traffic advisory was issued for Mahashivratri festivities at different areas in Delhi. Limitations have been set in place from 6 am-11.30 am because of expected crowd of 1,50,000

Maha Shivratri 2024: Lesser known facts about the popular Hindu festival

The day of Maha Shivratri starts with devotees getting up early and fasting for the day, and taking a bath, cleansing the body and soul through various rituals

Ratha Saptami 2024: History, importance, rituals, and puja timings

Ratha Saptami, also known as Magha Saptami, is celebrated on Feb 16. Because it is Lord Surya's birthday, it is a significant day. Devotees celebrate with fasting to respect him

Basant Panchami special: Celebrate festival with Bollywood-inspired outfits

On Feb 14, India will celebrate the auspicious Hindu festival called Basant Panchami with pomp and fervour. It is dedicated to the goddess Saraswati and celebrated nationwide

Happy Basant Panchami 2024: Saraswati Puja wishes, and quotes to share

Basant Panchami, or Saraswati Puja, is dedicated to praying to Maa Saraswati, the goddess of learning, music, and arts. As indicated by Hindu customs, it falls on the fifth day of the Magha month

Basant Panchami 2024: History, timing, importance, rituals and celebration

Basant Panchami is one of the main celebrations in which the Goddess of knowledge, Saraswati, is worshipped. Basant Panchami will be observed on February 14 this year

Makar Sankranti 2024: Top 10 foods prepared in different parts of India

Makar Sankranti, which is widely celebrated in India, is a Hindu festival. People prepare delicious food on this occasion. Here are the 10 foods prepared in different parts of India

Happy Pongal 2024: 20 best wishes and messages to share with friends

Happy Pongal 2024: The four-day festival is starting today and is majorly celebrated in Tamil Nadu. Here are the 20 best wishes and messages to share

Pongal depicts emotion of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, says PM Modi

"The festival of Pongal depicts the emotion of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'...This emotion of unity will give strength to the 'Viksit Bharat' of 2047," the PM said

Kai po che: All you need to know about ongoing Ahmedabad Kite festival 2024

A total of 153 kite flyers from 55 nations around the world, 68 national kite flyers from 12 Indian states, and 865 kite flyers from 23 Gujarat cities are taking part in Ahmedabad Kite festival 2024

Makar Sankranti 2024: History, Significance and other facts about festival

Makar Sankranti is an auspicious Hindu festival which is observed across the country on January 14. The festival marks the beginning of the harvesting festival and says goodbye to winters

Proud moment as Garba shines on global stage: Shah on Unesco recognition

Union Home Minister Amit Shah Thursday hailed the inclusion of Gujarat's traditional Garba dance in its 'Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity', saying it is an accolade for the beauty and resilience of the country's culture. UNESCO has approved the inclusion of Gujarat's traditional Garba dance in its 'Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity'. "Garba is an age-old dance form that brings the community together with its rhythmic harmony. Its inscription on the Intangible Heritage List is an accolade for the beauty and resilience of our culture. "This proud moment, when our very own Garba shines on the global stage, also reminds us of our responsibility to promote and preserve more religiously," Shah wrote on 'X'. India had nominated Garba, performed across Gujarat and in many other parts of the country during the Navratri festival, for inclusion in the list.

Chandigarh to celebrate Chhath puja differently with zero-waste event

Chhath, the four-day celebration, which was started with nahay khay (a custom river bath) on November 17 and will end with arghaya (worship and devotion) on November 20