Popular Indian Festivals

Eid ul Fitr: Zenith of Ramadan Eid is an Arabic word that signifies the joy of triumph and happiness. It is purely a holy festival for Muslims. They celebrate two Eids throughout the world in one year. One is "Eid-ul-Fitr," and the other is "Eid-ul-Azha". "Eid-ul-Fitr" is observed when Ramadan - the month of fasting, is over while "Eid-ul-Azha" is celebrated at the 10th of Zill Haj after the most important and sacred obligation, "The Haj". Eid-ul-Fitr also termed as a "Festival of Breaking Fast", is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide, which indicates the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. It signifies the end of the month fasting (the first day of the month of Shawwal). Each Muslim determines the purpose of Ramadan and its vision. To someone, it's like a sheer higher-stop finishing in the glance with the majestic scenery. To someone, it's like a moment to unwind the hectic work...

Akshay Tritiya - The Golden Day of Eternal Prosperity Akshay Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is a highly auspicious and sacred day for the Hindus and Jain communities. According to Vedic literature, this day must be utilized for cultivating spiritual strengths. This is done through reading scriptures, special poojas, the family deity worship, noble cause, offering homage to one's ancestors, associated with devotees, taking care of brahmins, planting and watering trees, feeding the poor, sponsoring education, etc. When the activities like these are performed on this day, one acquires spiritual strengths to complete their prescribed karmas. As a result, one gradually attains both spiritual wealth and material luxury. As per the Hindu calendar, Akshaya Tritiya falls on the third day of the lunar cycle of Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakh. Vaishakh in Sanskrit means churning stick. It is a month of churn out the essence, the substance, the most promising or the...

All About Gudhi Padwa The Sacred festival, which signifies the beginning of the New Year, new month, and a new day for Hindus, falls on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada (the first day of the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra). It is known as Gudhī padwa (Maharashtra) or Yugaadi (Ugadi) (Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh) in India. On this very day, Deity Brahma created the universe. Therefore for Hindus, this day carries particular attention. The day is praised with a propitious bath, followed by decorating the main entrance with a garland (toran), offering ritualistic worship, and hoisting the DharmaDhwaj or Gudhi (flag). The word Padwa is derived from two syllables, Pad and Waa. Pad: Means tending towards perfection or maturity. Waa: In spirituality, the word ''Waa" indicates that which increases growth. Deity Brahma dev's creation of the universe, i.e., a complete picture of the universe when ready is pad. Later more was added, or some alterations were made t...

Holi - A colourful festival of love and bliss Holi is a fun-filled and boisterous festival which is celebrated on the full moon day of Phalgun month of Hindu calendar. The celebration begins with lightening of a bonfire on Holi eve. At the very next day, hoards of people come out of their houses and smear each other with bright coloured 'Gulal' on each other's face  and 'Abeer' on foreheads , They pour colourful waters on each other using balloons and pichkaris and wish them "Bura Na Maano Holi Hai". Holi also allows blessing and loving near and dear ones by offering them Holi gifts. Holi has a great historical and religious significance and is mentioned in many ancient Hindu kinds of literature. According to a famous legend, there was a king named 'Hiranyakashyapu' who ordered his people not to worship God but him. But Prahlad, the king's son, was a verdant devotee of Lord Vishnu and denied to obey his father. This made the king infuriat...

26th January:  A Day That Rekindles Patriotism & Humanity in India Republic Day is India's great national festival. It is celebrated each year on January 26, in New Delhi with great pomp and pageant and in capitals of the States and at other headquarters and important places with patriotic fervor. It signifies India's transition from an 'English Dominion' to a 'Republic,' a nation where all the supreme political forces, sway, and authority vests in the people. The day also signifies the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Even though India gained its independence in 1947, it didn't have a permanent constitution and was without political forces and authorities. Later on, the Drafting Committee was designated to draft a permanent constitution for India under Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar's chairmanship. On November 4, 1947, the prepared document was submitted, and after numerous debates, dealings, and modifications, the report was endorsed and signed b...

Why and How is Makar Sankranti celebrated? Makar Sankranti is one of the most promising days for the Hindus and is distinguished in almost all parts of India in countless cultural forms with immense devotion, gaiety, and fervor. It is the main festival of Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Sun. Makar (Capricorn) is a Hindu zodiac mark, and Sankranti (Sat + Kranti) indicates good change or auspicious movement. According to the Hindu panchang, Makar Sankranti befalls when the sun turns its path northwards from Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius) to enter the Makar Rashi (Capricorn) month Poush. Makar Sankranti is considered a highly propitious day, and it is accepted any sacred ritual, or task can be started or performed on this day, and it will be fruitful. It marks the beginning of the harvesting season and the end of the chilly winter season. This is the start of the month of Magh. To repay for the distinction that happens due to the sun's revolution every 80 years, Sankranti's day is def...

Do You Really Know Christmas? The Bible doesn't express that Jesus Christ was born on 25 December. Truth be told, there is no date accessible that can direct us toward the real birth date of Jesus. So what is the reason behind the Christmas celebration on 25 December?  The primarily recorded festival of Christmas on 25 December was during the reign of Emperor Constantine in 336 AD. He was the first Christian Roman emperor and thereafter when the church became powerful, Pope Julius declared that the birth of Christ would henceforth be celebrated on 25 December, and as far back as Christians around the globe have been celebrating Christmas on this day. However, numerous theories attempt to clarify why the birth of Christ is celebrated on this specific day. As indicated by an ancient legend, it was on 25 March that Mary discovered that she was going to bring forth a special child. And exactly nine months later is 25 December. Henceforth, people accept that Jesus was born on ...

Why Everyone Loves Diwali? Diwali or "Celebration of lights" is an event of Joy, success, and splendor. It is traditionally a five-day-long festival celebrated by the Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists for various reasons. It gets celebrated between October and December as per the Hindu calendar. There are numerous huge occasions related to Diwali, for example, the killing of Narakasura and the arrival of the Pandavas, and the most well-known story that obeys Diwali is the return of Rama to Ayodhya after a 14-year exile. Now take a glance at what Diwali or Deepavali means for different religions: Hinduism: Diwali is a five-day incredible event. Dhanteras, the first day, is observed as promising to purchase Gold and family gathering. On this day, People blessing "golden leaf" as it signifies prosperity and luck. 'Choti Diwali' is the day when Lord Krishna killed Narakashura and freed the world from dread. Laxmi Pooja or the actual Diwali celebrated with d...

Dussehra Is So Famous, But Why? Dusshera depicts the reflection of the triumph of Lord Ram over the evil spirit of Ravana and Goddess Durga over the devil Mahishasur. The thought symbolizes the victory of good over wickedness. The celebration likewise prestigious as 'Vijay Dashmi' is commended in the 'Ashwin Shuklpaksha' month as indicated by the Indian chronicle and someplace in October. It celebrated on the tenth day of Navratri. The festival for Dusshera is overflowing among the Kshatriyas in Hindu culture. Indicated by the legendary realities, a minute when the stars sparkle in the sky at nightfall on this day, considered 'Vijay' means triumph. Though the rituals related to this festival are different, the primary reason and the slogan of triumph for the Dusshera is coexisting for decades. The morning begins with the daily chores, and the ritual commences after getting ready with brand-new outfits and a frolic heart. The woman draws a pentagonal shaped str...

Little Known Facts About Navratri - And Why They Matter Navratri is the venturing stone of the Indian celebration season. It is the love of different divine beings and goddesses for nine days. The sacred nine nights are committed to the Mother Goddess Devi, who is the Shakti or intensity of every one of our divinities. There are two Navaratris praised each year, one in spring and the other in harvest time when individuals quick and appeal to God for her endowments. During these nine days and evenings, the numerous parts of the Devi are venerated, with the festivals finishing on Dussehra. In Gujarat, they move the Dandiya and Garba; in the remainder of India, exceptional dishes are ready, and the ladies sing melodies in her acclaim. The Significance of Navratri: During Navratri, the devotees of Hinduism summon the vital part of God as the widespread mother usually alluded to as "Durga," which truly implies a fortification. At end of the day, Durga shields Her lovers from all...