The revered Indian festival of Chhath Puja is observed with deep faith and great fervour owing to its ancient legend about the Sun God, Surya…
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Bhai Dooj: A unique celebration of Sibling Bond and Affection
Bhai Dooj is a unique day that exalts the bond between brothers and sisters. Also known as Bhai Phota in Bengal and Bhau Beej in…
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Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali): The Triumph of Light over Darkness
The radiating gemstone of the grand tapestry of Indian festivals is Diwali—the celebration of the triumph of goodness with light triumphing darkness. However, a day…
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Diwali in Literature: Poems, Stories, and Celebrating in Words
Poets, authors, and storytellers have used Diwali as an inspiration to create poems, stories, and books.Literature has described in a very beautiful way what Diwali…
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Diwali, Diyas and the Symbolism of Fireworks: Light and Celebration
During the Hindu religious festival called “Diwali”, people light up lamps, gift one another and explode fire crackers. However, the tradition around the use of…
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Govardhan Puja (Annakut): A Feast of Devotion and Gratitude
A beautiful homage to devotion and appreciation in the middle of India, where custom and religiousness converge, takes place within the heart. Govardhan Puja or…
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Dhanteras: Richness Fest of Hinduism
Dhanteras is a thread in the grand tapestry of rich cultural heritage of India which precedes diwali festival. It is a culturally and spiritually important…
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The Global Impact of Diwali: How It Connects the Indian Diaspora
Diwali is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in India. Nonetheless, its impact stretches miles and miles past the Indian continent. Diwali…
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Diwali and the Art of Gift-Giving: A Gesture of Love and Joy
Diwali is not just for brightening of houses it is also for kindling hearts of the near and dear. Exchange of gifts is one of…
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Diwali Home Decor: Illuminating the Festival of Lights
Homes are lit up with colourful lights and an air of excitement dominates during Diwali – the festival of lights. This makes it possible to…
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