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Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Festival of Lights, a vibrant celebration that illuminates homes and hearts throughout India. It brings families together, creating cherished memories filled with laughter, joy, and the dazzling glow of fireworks. Celebrated in the Hindu month of Kartik, which typically falls in October or November, Diwali is one of India’s most treasured festivals, passed down through generations.  Discover the vibrant celebrations, rich traditions, and deep significance of Diwali by clicking Diwali 2024: The Fesitval of Lights  blog for more detailed information. Share the joy of Diwali 2024 by sending our specially crafted Happy Diwali wishes images...

Skanda Shasti, a significant festival in Hinduism, is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the God of war and victory. Celebrated by Saivites (followers of Lord Shiva), the festival commemorates Lord Murugan's triumph over the demon Surapadman. The word "Shasti" means six, and Skanda Shasti refers to the six-day period from Sukla Paksha Pratama (the first day of the waxing moon) to Shashti (the sixth day) in the Tamil month of Aippasi (October-November).  During these six days, devotees observe fasting and engage in prayers, seeking Lord Murugan's blessings for victory in both material and spiritual challenges. This festival is predominantly observed in...

Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights and love, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in India. It is observed in diverse ways across various regions, with homes and streets illuminated by lights, fireworks, and the exchange of sweets and gifts. Beyond the celebrations, Diwali holds deep spiritual and mythological significance, rooted in ancient Indian epics.  The two most revered stories associated with Diwali come from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, two great epics that narrate tales of victory, devotion, and righteousness. These timeless stories reflect the festival’s core themes of the triumph of good over evil...

Margazhi is also known as Agrahayana or Margashirsha, is the ninth month of the traditional Hindu Calendar, typically spanning from mid - December to mid-January in the gregorian calendar. This month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is considered highly auspicious, as the divine energies are believed to reach their peak during this time. This year margazhi month starts from December 16th, Monday and Ends on next year 2025, 13th January, Monday. Why is Margazhi celebrated as special?  Margazhi is regarded as a highly special and auspicious month due to its profound historical and spiritual significance. In the Bhagavad Gita...

The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are two of India’s most revered epics, shaping the cultural and spiritual fabric of the subcontinent while presenting a range of powerful characters. Among these are extraordinary women whose strength, wisdom, and resilience continue to inspire generations. While these epics are often remembered for their larger-than-life heroes and intricate moral dilemmas, the roles of women cannot be overlooked. These ancient stories not only narrate the trials, battles, and victories of their male heroes but also feature complex, powerful female characters who shape the course of the narratives. Women like Sita, Draupadi, and Kunti are not...