Diwali is one of the most significant festivals celebrated across India and by the Indian diaspora across the globe. Dhanteras is the first day that marks the festival of Diwali in India. Diwali is called the festival of lights because it

This year on 27 October, Diwali will be celebrated with great pomp and splendour. Diwali begins with Laxmi Puja. In Hinduism, Goddess Laxmi symbolizes wealth, peace and prosperity. She is worshipped to bring good luck and fortune. Here are a few budget-friendly

Every year the fourth day of Diwali festival i.e., the next day after Deepawali, is celebrated as Govardhan Puja. On this day people worship Lord Krishna and Lord Govardhan. This year the festival will be celebrated on 28 October 2019.

If you are planning to either buy or sell your vehicle in the month of November, then it is better to check out the auspicious dates. No matter what automobiles you buy, be it a car, scooter, bike or a

Chhath Puja also known as Chhath Parva, Surya Shashthi and Dala Chhath is one of the most important festivals of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and is also celebrated in some parts of Nepal. It is also celebrated by natives of

When it comes to marriage there is never a fixed date or time, it happens only when two people are comfortable to spend their lives together. Weddings can happen spontaneously as well, but for those who are looking for auspicious

Chhath Puja which is also known as Chhath Parv or Dala Chhath is a prominent festival in Bihar, Jharkhand and in some parts of Uttar Pradesh and Nepal. It is a four-day festival that starts with Nahaye Khaye and ends

You may be wrong if you believe there is "Nothing in a name". In India, a lot of importance is attached to "Namkaran". The name of the child, in the long run, becomes his/her identity and therefore, parents take a

If you have purchased a new house in the month of November, then surely you are looking for auspicious Griha Pravesh (House Warming) dates. Apart from Griha Pravesh dates, Puja and Homam and Vastu Shanti Puja are also necessary as per

What comes to your mind when you hear about Kumbhakarna? A mythological character that is known to sleep for as long hours. In fact, it would be needless to mention that almost all of us have been referred to as 'Kumbhakarna'

Guruparb, also known as Prakash Parv, is the day on which the Sikh people remember their Guru(s). It is the birthday of the Sikh Gurus. There are 10 Gurus of the Sikh community and each has its own Guru Parb. One

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guru Nanak Praksh Parv or Guru Nanak Guruparb is celebrated on the Poornima (full moon day) of Kartik Maas. This year the same is being observed and celebrated on 12 November 2019. Guru Nanak was

In Hindu culture, various plants and trees are considered to be auspicious and we offer prayer to those trees. People also plant those trees near their houses to keep evil and negative vibes at bay. For that reason, these trees

Ramayana is said to be one of the holy books of the Hindus. One can go through the entire story of Lord Rama, Goddess Sita and how they fought Ravana, the demon and King of Lanka. Scroll down through this article

December is the last month of the year but still has so much to offer to you. There are so many festivals during this month that you may not know. In addition to the auspicious festivals and events, there are several

House Warming or 'Griha Pravesh' is an age-old ritual and is quite popular in India. before you plan to step into your new home. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed to be auspicious and is said to be the kind

There is a beautiful shloka that is read on the Hindu wedding day - "Mangalam Bhagwan Vishnu,Mangalam Garuda Dhwaja,Mangalam Pundari Kaksho,Mangalaya Thanno Hari." When translated in English it means- "May auspiciousness be unto Lord Vishnu,May all auspiciousness be unto the one

Owning a vehicle means you owe at least some kind of comfort and in today's time it is a necessity rather than a luxury for most of us. It is an age-old ritual or custom in India that many people prefer

Every year on Shukla Ekadashi (the 11th day of one fortnight) of the Margashirsha month which is also known as Agrahayana (according to the Hindu Calendar) is observed as the Gita Jayanti. This year the same will be celebrated on 8

Often people do not believe in ghosts and think that it is their mere misconception. However, there are people who claim to have experienced paranormal activities around them or UFOs. There are also people who claim the presence of ghosts in

The day 26 December 2019 is going to witness a rare phenomenon of the annular solar eclipse. This is going to be the third and final solar eclipse of 2019. Solar eclipses are quite common and occur at certain intervals. But

Guru Gobind Singh who is also spelt as Guru Govind Singh was the tenth Guru of the Sikh community. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti marks his birth anniversary and is one of the most important occasions celebrated and observed by Sikh people.

Today is the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of Sikhs. The Sikh community will be celebrating his birth anniversary with great enthusiasm and his teachings have always enlightened people to change for good. On this day, people,

In India, it is believed that at weddings too, stars can play an important role as marriages are considered auspicious in which two individuals take vows to share their lives with each other. This is the reason, many people prefer to

With the arrival of New Year 2020, are you planning to purchase a vehicle in January? Well, purchasing a vehicle may sound as easy as a cakewalk but it is actually a stressful job as you need to select the best

Vaikuntha Ekadashi is an important day for devotees of Lord Vishnu. It is celebrated on Ekadashi (the 11th day) of Shukla Paksha (also known as the waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Pausha, a month according to the

Did you ever feel that you had a past life? Have you ever found a particular place, language or culture familiar without knowing about it in the first place? Well, then this could be because you have lived before. At times

Vaikuntha Ekadashi is one of the important days for the devotees of Lord Vishnu. They celebrate this day by chanting holy Mantras and performing Puja with utmost dedication and devotion. Those who don't know Ekadashi is the 11th day of the

As we know a lunar eclipse takes place when the earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon, this leads to blocking of sun rays falling on the Moon's surface. The first Lunar Eclipse (Chandra Grahan) of 2020 will take

This man is one of the celebrated spiritual leaders from India. An Indian monk, who was a patriot and a great orator, he worked tirelessly for the betterment of society. He was born on 12 January 1863 and was known as

Lohri is a popular festival celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab. It marks the end of chilly winter as the northern hemisphere of the Earth starts tilting towards the Sun. It also marks the onset of the harvest season for

Who would not love the sight of fresh and green plants around them? After all, plants are important to our existence. They not only provide us with oxygen and makes our surroundings green. It is not that one can't have plants

Lord Ganesha is one of the most important deities for those who practice Hinduism. He said to be the youngest son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. People worship Lord Ganesha before beginning any work as he said to be the

Vasant Panchami, also known as Basant Panchami is observed on the fifth day of Magha, a month according to the Hindu Calendar. The day marks the onset of Spring season and in Hindu mythology, this day is dedicated to Goddess

Saraswati Puja, also known as the Vasant Panchami or Basant Panchami is one of the most important festivals for the Hindus. It is the day when people worship Goddess Saraswati, the Goddess of wisdom, knowledge, art and music. The festival

Ratha Saptami is a Hindu festival that is celebrated on the seventh day of the waxing moon in Magh (the 11th month as per the Hindu Calendar). The festival symbolises the movement of Sun towards the Northern Hemisphere. Ratha Saptami also

Ratha Saptami is one of the most important festivals in Hinduism which is celebrated on the seventh day of the waxing moon in the month of Magh. Since this is the time when the Sun moves towards the northern hemisphere, which

Marriage is a sacred institution that integrates a man and a woman in a beautiful bond. People in India, believe that in order to make married life blissful, one must make sure if the stars are in the right position. While

According to the Hindu Calendar, the full moon day in the month of Magha is quite important. This day is known as Magha Purnima and is considered an auspicious day. It is also known as 'Maghi Purnima' or 'Maha Maghi'. This

In Hinduism, Lord Shiva also known as Mahadev is the Supreme God, is said to be one among the holy trinity i.e., Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Devotees of Lord Shiva have immense faith in Him and therefore, they celebrate

Lord Shiva who is popularly known as Mahadev (the supreme God) is widely worshipped among the Hindus. Devotees of Lord Shiva have immense faith on him and therefore, they are often seen worshipping Shivlinga, the mystic form of Lord Shiva. In

Maha Shivratri is one of the most important and ancient festivals celebrated among Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is considered to be formless and timeless and is one among the Holy Trinity i.e., Brahma, Vishnu and

Maha Shivratri, which means 'the great night of Lord Shiva' is one of the most important festivals of the Hindus, especially those who are devoted to Him. Every year this festival is celebrated on the 14th night of the waning moon

Lord Shiva is considered to be one of the most important Hindu deity. Devotees are often seen worshipping Him with utmost dedication and devotion. In order to pay tribute to Lord Shiva and express their gratitude for bestowing prosperity, devotees celebrate

Lord Shiva, is known as the God of destruction (when evil powers threaten humanity) and transformation. He is said often referred to as Bholenath, the one who is as innocent as a child and can be easily pleased. Devotees worship Lord

For Hindus, Maha Shivratri festival holds great significance. Devotees celebrate this day to express their gratitude to Lord Shiva and He bestows prosperity and happiness among living beings. Also, the day is celebrated to mark the union of Lord Shiva and

Marriage is not only the union of two people but also about uniting two families. In India, most of us prefer big fat weddings and therefore it is essential to know the auspicious timings to fix the marriage dates. Even though

Sheetala Ashtami, a popular festival celebrated in Northern India, especially in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh will this year be observed on 16 March 2020. It is also known as Basoda Puja and is dedicated to Goddess Sheetala, an incarnation

Gudi Padwa is a popular Hindu festival that is mostly celebrated in Maharashtra and Goa. People belonging to these regions celebrate the festival of Gudi Padwa with great enthusiasm and dedication. It is also known as the New Year for people

Chaitra Navratri also known as Vasant Durga Puja or Chaitra Durga Puja holds great importance among Hindus. Every year, the festival begins from the Pratipada of Shukla Paksha in Chaitra (a month according to the Hindu festival). This year the date