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Page 6 - Traditional Festivals

Chhath Puja 2023: History, Significance, 20 best wishes, messages to share

Chhath Puja is an auspicious Hindu festival celebrated wholeheartedly in several Indian states. The festival will begin on November 17 and will end on November 20

Chhath Puja 2023: History, Significance, 20 best wishes, messages to share
Updated On : 17 Nov 2023 | 9:42 AM IST

Happy Bhai Dooj 2023: Wishes, messages, greetings, social media status

Bhai Dooj is an auspicious occasion that celebrates the connection between siblings. This year, it falls on November 14 and 15. Make your brother or sister feel special with these sweet greetings

Happy Bhai Dooj 2023: Wishes, messages, greetings, social media status
Updated On : 15 Nov 2023 | 5:15 PM IST

Special trains to run on the eve of Chhath Puja; see complete schedule

The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced a special train service between Puri and Patna fully expecting the surge of passenger interest during Chhath Puja

Special trains to run on the eve of Chhath Puja; see complete schedule
Updated On : 15 Nov 2023 | 11:57 AM IST

Happy Gujarati New Year 2023: History, importance, celebrations, wishes

Gujarati New Year or Bestu Varas is being celebrated today on 14 November. Gujarati New Year begins on Shukla Paksha Pratipada in the month of Kartik

Happy Gujarati New Year 2023: History, importance, celebrations, wishes
Updated On : 14 Nov 2023 | 5:00 PM IST

Uttarakhand Diwas 2023: History, importance, traditional food and wishes

Uttarakhand was cut out of the northern state of Uttar Pradesh on November 9 in the year 2000. Dehradun was declared the capital of the newly formed state

Uttarakhand Diwas 2023: History, importance, traditional food and wishes
Updated On : 09 Nov 2023 | 12:46 PM IST

Dhanteras 2023: Traditions and best time to purchase gold and silver

As per popular legends and beliefs in the Hindu tradition, purchasing gold and adornments on Dhanteras is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune to a family

Dhanteras 2023: Traditions and best time to purchase gold and silver
Updated On : 03 Nov 2023 | 5:39 PM IST

Creative decoration ideas for Diwali 2023: All details inside about DIY

Diwali is a celebration of light and gifts. The whole house should be lit up with beautiful lights and diyas. All things considered, it's an ideal opportunity to flaunt your home in the neighbourhood

Creative decoration ideas for Diwali 2023: All details inside about DIY
Updated On : 03 Nov 2023 | 3:18 PM IST

Dhanteras 2023: History, puja timings, shubh muhurat of Dhanteras

Diwali starts with Dhanteras, a day representing wealth, prosperity, and neatness. It is viewed as a favourable day for purchasing gold, silver, or new garments for special events

Dhanteras 2023: History, puja timings, shubh muhurat of Dhanteras
Updated On : 01 Nov 2023 | 5:34 PM IST

Karwa Chauth: All you need to know about fasting tips for diabetic women

Karwa Chauth is a delightful and sacred Hindu Celebration. In India, particularly in Northern parts of India, women fast from sunrise to moonrise for the well-being and long life of their spouses

Karwa Chauth: All you need to know about fasting tips for diabetic women
Updated On : 01 Nov 2023 | 4:15 PM IST

Karwa Chauth 2023 Mehndi Designs: Check the interesting Mehndi designs here

Karwa Chauth will be observed on November 1, 2023, this year. This is an auspicious festival for Hindu married women. And Mehndi is an indispensable part of it, so here are the latest Mehndi designs

Karwa Chauth 2023 Mehndi Designs: Check the interesting Mehndi designs here
Updated On : 31 Oct 2023 | 2:25 PM IST

Happy Halloween: Origin, history, importance and reason behind celebration

Halloween has been around for over 1,000 years. Today, Halloween is viewed as an occasion for dress-up and fun, particularly for youngsters. Halloween is celebrated in Europe and America on 31 Oct

Happy Halloween: Origin, history, importance and reason behind celebration
Updated On : 30 Oct 2023 | 6:09 PM IST

Karwa Chauth 2023: What colours should you wear according to zodiac signs?

This year, Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on November 1. On this day, the ladies fast the entire day for the health and a prosperous long life of their husbands

Karwa Chauth 2023: What colours should you wear according to zodiac signs?
Updated On : 30 Oct 2023 | 2:21 PM IST

Karwa Chauth dress ideas 2023: Elevate your ethnic look with these attires

Karwa Chauth is an important Hindu festival marked primarily by married women, especially in northern India. This year, the festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 1

Karwa Chauth dress ideas 2023: Elevate your ethnic look with these attires
Updated On : 27 Oct 2023 | 7:31 PM IST

Karva Chauth 2023: Date, moonrise time, muhurat, puja vidhi and everything

Karva Chauth is a Hindu festival celebrated by married women in the Kartik month as per the Hindu calendar. The festival usually falls in the months of October or November

Karva Chauth 2023: Date, moonrise time, muhurat, puja vidhi and everything
Updated On : 26 Oct 2023 | 10:24 AM IST

Happy Dussehra: Here are the top 10 best quotes, wishes, messages and more

The popular Indian festival Dussehra will be celebrated tomorrow throughout the country. Here are the top 10 best quotes, wishes, messages to share with your friends and family members

Happy Dussehra: Here are the top 10 best quotes, wishes, messages and more
Updated On : 23 Oct 2023 | 5:12 PM IST

Vijayadashami 2023: History, Importance, Rituals, Timings, Celebration

Vijayadashami, Dasara or Dashain signifies the triumph of good over evil, as on this day, Lord Rama conquered devil king Ravana and on the other hand, Maa Durga won upon Mahishasura

Vijayadashami 2023: History, Importance, Rituals, Timings, Celebration
Updated On : 23 Oct 2023 | 4:15 PM IST

Ayudha Puja 2023: Date and time, History, Importance, Rituals, Wishes

Ayudha Puja or Astra Puja is a vital festival in India that includes the prayer of tools and weapons. It is celebrated on the 10th day of the Navratri festivity

Ayudha Puja 2023: Date and time, History, Importance, Rituals, Wishes
Updated On : 23 Oct 2023 | 12:24 PM IST

Navratri Day 6: Know importance of Maa Katyayani, rituals, timings and more

The 6th day of Shardiya Navratri lies on Friday, October 20. On this day, goddess Katyayani is worshipped. She personifies the fiercest incarnation of Goddess Durga

Navratri Day 6: Know importance of Maa Katyayani, rituals, timings and more
Updated On : 20 Oct 2023 | 12:53 PM IST

Navratri Day 5: Know importance of Skanda mata, rituals, timings and more

Devotees pray to goddess Skandmata on the day 5th of Shardiya Navratri. She is the goddess Durga's fifth incarnation and represents sympathy, motherhood, and a heart loaded with love

Navratri Day 5: Know importance of Skanda mata, rituals, timings and more
Updated On : 19 Oct 2023 | 11:39 AM IST

Shardiya Navratri 2023: Know Maa Durga's avatars and their significance

The celebration of Navratri praises the divine feminine and is perhaps Hinduism's most significant celebration. Devotees worship Maa Durga in nine various forms during Navratri

Shardiya Navratri 2023: Know Maa Durga's avatars and their significance
Updated On : 12 Oct 2023 | 8:31 AM IST