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Diwali is just around the corner and it's finally time to pull out those string lights, lamps, and all the home decor pieces to give your space a festive touch....

Diwali is a widely celebrated Hindu festival signifying the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. And in India, every community and religion has a...

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most awaited and widely celebrated festivals in India. As soon as the crisp autumn air sets in, every...

Diwali is right around the corner, and this time of festivities will start with the festival of Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi. It falls on the 13th day of the Hindu lunar...

Karwa Chauth is a beautiful Indian festival that holds deep cultural and emotional significance, especially for married women. It is traditionally celebrated in the states of Rajasthan, Delhi, Punjab, Madhya...

After nine glorious nights of Navratri filled with joy, devotion, and play, Goddess Durga finally returns to her heavenly abode with Durga Visarjan on the 10th day of the festival....

Dussehra or Vijayadashmi is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, signifying the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated on the 10th day of the Hindu month...

The final day of the Navratri festival celebrates the goddess Siddhidatri, the primordial form (mool Roopa) of Maa Parvati. The name Siddhidatri is made by combining two words where Siddhi...

The 8th day of Navratri or Durga Ashtami is dedicated to Mahagauri, the goddess of purity and grace. The name Mahagauri means someone with an extremely fair and bright complexion...

Proceeding towards the seventh day of Navratri, the fierce incarnation of goddess Durga i.e., Maa Kalratri is celebrated. Kalratri is made up of two terms Kala (काल) meaning time and Ratri...

The sixth day of Navratri celebrates Maa Katyayani, the epitome of fierce power and courage and the slayer of the demon Mahishasura. She is known as the daughter of sage...

The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Skandamata, the goddess of motherhood. Her name is made of two words, ‘Skanda’ meaning Kartikeya (the son of Lord Shiva and...

Maa Kushmanda, the creator of the world is worshiped on the fourth day of Navratri. It is believed that she created the universe (Brahmanda) with her divine smile and hence...

Maa Chandraghanta is the third avatar of Durga Mata, worshiped during Navratri. She’s adorned with a half-moon shaped like a bell on her forehead, hence the name Chandraghanta (Chandra means...

Navratri is a festival that brings to life the vibrant and dynamic forms of Goddess Durga. The second day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Brahmacharini, the goddess who is...

Navratri – the nine powerful days of devotion, fasting, and joy dedicated to the nine divine forms of Maa Durga, the mother of the universe. Herein, each form represents a...

Navratri is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, dedicated to the nine divine forms of Durga Mata. It is a time filled with devotion, powerful energy, and...

Pradosh vrat or pradosham is considered an auspicious day in the Hindu calendar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his beloved consort, Goddess Parvati. Anyone seeking peace, prosperity, and...

Rohini Vrat is an important fasting ritual observed by women, particularly those from the Jain community, seeking prosperity, peace in their families, and longevity for their husbands. However, the significance...

Indira Ekadashi is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. It is celebrated on the 11th day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin of...

Kali Maa is one of the most powerful and revered deities in Hinduism. Often depicted as a fierce goddess with dark skin, unkempt hair, and a garland of skulls, she...

Maa Kali, known for her fierce yet protective form, is one of the most powerful goddesses in Hinduism. She represents the destruction of evil and darkness but also nurtures and...

Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi is one of the most important days dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. In the Hindu...

Shivaratri is one of the most revered festivals for Lord Shiva’s devotees. While many know about the grand celebration of Maha Shivaratri, did you know there’s a monthly celebration dedicated...