All of the various Hindu gods and goddesses (thousands of them) have celebrations associated with their stories. All religious festivals connect ancient stories to modern rituals and involve ...

Holi is more than just a celebration of colours—it is deeply rooted in Hinduism and traditions. The festival is observed in ...

From Diwali, to Navratri to Karwa Chauth, the cultural and religious festivals add to the celebrations. Also read | Who celebrates New Year first, and who rings it in last? Country-wise details ...

The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. It is celebrated by Hindu people across the world. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated ...

"Certainly in my family Diwali and Holi are significant events," Mr Giles added. Diwali event at the Canberra's Parliament House took place after a gap of two years. Credit: SBS Hindi On a ...

They include Mahashivratri on March 8 (Friday), Holi on March 25 (Monday ... The market would be shut on November 1 on account of Diwali, a special Muhurat trading, though will take place on ...

Millions of Indians are celebrating Holi - the festival of colours - amid a sharp dip in Covid-19 cases in the country. The festival saw restricted celebrations last year due to the pandemic.

“According to me, the market for Holi gifting is not as huge as compared to other festivals, such as Diwali. As Holi is not centred on gifting, customers mainly buy products for ...

Sikhs call Diwali as Bandi Chhor Diwas ... in a grad manner along with other Sikh festivals like Vaisakhi, Maghi, Holi with Hola Mohalla and Gurpurab. The highlights of this Sikh festival include ...

Key promises include free gas cylinders for Holi and Diwali, Rs 21,000 for pregnant women, increased pensions for seniors, and Rs 5 meals in slums. BJP vows to probe AAP’s schemes. NEW DELHI ...

Hindus celebrate numerous festivals. Most of the Hindu festivals are religious in character. These festivals are considered to be sacred and form an integral part of Hindu culture. Each hindu festival ...