Festival Highlights
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Chaitra Month - Significance and Celebrations
by Rhea KaruturiChaitra is the first month of the Hindu calendar, and it holds great significance for Hindus. In this blog, we explore the customs, traditions, and festivals associated with Chaitra month. -
Gudi Padwa - Celebrating New Beginnings
by Rhea KaruturiGudi Padwa is a festival that marks the beginning of the new year for the people of Maharashtra. In this blog, we explore the customs, traditions, and significance of this auspicious festival.
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Ram Navami - Celebrating the Birth of Lord Rama
by Rhea KaruturiRam Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, one of the most revered deities in Hindu mythology. In this blog, we explore the customs, traditions, and significance of this auspicious festival. -
Rath Yatra: The Chariot Festival of Lord Jagannath
by Rhea KaruturiRath Yatra is a colorful and vibrant festival celebrated by Hindus in India. It is a procession in which the idols of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra are taken out in chariots. Learn about the customs and traditions associated with this auspicious day.
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Guru Purnima: Celebrating the Importance of Gurus in Hinduism
by Rhea KaruturiGuru Purnima is a significant festival in Hinduism that is dedicated to honoring gurus or spiritual teachers. It is a day for expressing gratitude towards those who have guided us on the path of knowledge and enlightenment. Learn about the customs and traditions associated with this auspicious day.
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Vinayaka Chathurthi: Celebrating the Birth of Lord Ganesha
by Rhea KaruturiVinayaka Chathurthi is a popular festival in Hinduism that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. Learn about the customs and traditions associated with this joyous occasion, as well as the significance of Lord Ganesha in Hindu mythology. -
Buddha Purnima: Celebrating the Birth of the Buddha
by Rhea KaruturiBuddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, is a significant festival celebrated by Buddhists worldwide. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. Learn about the customs and traditions associated with this auspicious day. -
Mahaveer Jayanti: Celebrating the Life and Teachings of Lord Mahaveer
by Rhea KaruturiMahaveer Jayanti is a significant religious festival celebrated by the Jain community across the world. It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahaveer, the 24th and the last Tirthankara of Jainism. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by Jains who commemorate the life and teachings of Lord Mahaveer. -
Chaitra Sukhladi: Significance and Celebrations
by Rhea KaruturiChaitra Sukhladi is a Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in some regions of India. It is celebrated on the first day of the Hindu month of Chaitra, which usually falls in March or April. This festival is observed with great fervor and enthusiasm, and it holds immense significance in the Hindu calendar. -
Celebrating Bihu: The Harvest Festival of Assam
by Rhea KaruturiBihu is one of the most important festivals of Assam, celebrated to mark the arrival of spring and the harvest season. It is a time of joy, merriment, and feasting, with people from all walks of life coming together to celebrate. This blog explores the significance of Bihu and the various customs and traditions associated with it. -
Vaisakhi: Celebrating the Sikh New Year
by Rhea KaruturiBuddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, is a significant festival celebrated by Buddhists worldwide. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. Learn about the customs and traditions associated with this auspicious day.
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Celebrating Navratri in Chaitra Month
by Rhea KaruturiNavratri, the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is celebrated twice a year in India. The Navratri celebrated in the month of Chaitra (March-April) is also known as Chaitra Navratri or Vasant Navratri. Read on to learn more about the significance of Navratri in Chaitra month and how it is celebrated.
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