Indian Festivals
Akshaya Tritiya: The Indestructible Significance…
The importance of Akshaya Tritiya seems to span the entire country and it’s not limited to only the Hindus… When Akshaya Tritiya: Akshaya Tritiya falls on the third day of Vaishakh. Whilst Hindus across the country get set to buy their piece of gold on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya and ensure year-long [...]
Ram Navami: On the trail of Vishnu temples across India
Vishnu is venerated as the supreme God, he is the Preserver who from time to time, descends upon earth to abolish evil, restore Dharma and to liberate the devout… Vishnu is distinguished by his sky blue colour, depicted with four arms holding the lotus, mace, conch and chakra. He is shown reclining fearlessly on [...]
Ugadi Celebrations: Pachadi Making Competition in Bangalore Yatra Office
Surprise! Surprise! Surprise! We bring you Yatra (& Buzzintown) Ugadi celebration pics. Yummy Pachadis by two teams on display… because Ugadi is meant to be celebrated in style & enthusiasm. Do you like this image? This one was taken on 11 April 2013 at Bangalore Yatra office. Our super hard working [...]
About Gudi Padwa – festival food & celebrations
Indian festivals are all about feasting! Over the years, certain foods and sweets have become traditionally associated with each festival. Food seems to be an integral part of any celebration: whether it is offered to the lord, given as prasad, shared with family and friends or graces the dining table which the family rallies around… [...]
Vasant Navratri: seeking blessings of Goddess Durga | Dates, Significance
Most people associate Navratri with the click of dandiya sticks and the swish and swirl of lehngas, but what most may not know is the fact that Navratri is celebrated five times a year… This year Vasant Navratri will be celebrated from 11th-19th April, 2013. April celebrates Vasant Navratri (a.k.a Basant or Chaitra Navratri). [...]
Telugu New Year Ugadi: Festival of New Beginnings
Ugadi celebrations across Andhra Pradesh mark the beginning of a new calendar year… As the misty veils of winter recede across India, spring makes its vibrant appearance: buds blossom into flowers, mangoes begin to ripen on trees and the delicate fragrance of jasmine pervades the air. It is also the time when new crops [...]
Saraswati Puja – Sarasvati Goddess Puja Mantra | Pics Images
As India removes its blanket of mist and biting cold, it marks the onset of spring: this coincides with Vasant Panchmi or the change of season. It is also the time to propitiate the goddess of learning – Sarasvati Goddess, a pan-Indian concept… When is Saraswati Puja in 2013? Spring is also [...]
Republic Day SMS, Quotes & Greetings | Happy Republic Day | Images
28 states 1618 languages 6400 Castes 6 Major religions 6 Ethnic Groups 29 major festivals 1 Country! Proud to be an INDIAN… Happy Republic Day About Republic Day: Each year India celebrates the adoption of the constitution on 26 January as the Republic Day. The constitution of India is the longest written constitution [...]
Lohri Festival 2013 Celebrations & Events in Delhi NCR | Harvest Festivals of India
Lohri festival celebrates the end of winter and heralds the onset of spring. Lohri is celebrated on 13th January every year. Lohri celebrations are marked by grand bonfire parties, dance, songs, wearing new clothes, meeting family & friends, sending Lohri greetings and feasting with your loved ones. On the auspicious occasion of Punjabi Lohri [...]
Songs for Christmas | XMas Carols Lyrics | Christmas Photos Images
Songs for Christmas O Holy Night Lyrics O holy night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of our dear Saviour’s birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining, ‘Til He appear’d and the soul felt its worth. A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new [...]
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