Garudhammarone Day is celebrated on December 17 to commemorate the victory of good over evil. It is a day of great significance in Hindu mythology and is celebrated with much fervor and enthusiasm. The festival celebrates the triumph of Garudhamma, the divine eagle over the serpent king, Takshaka. According to Hindu mythology, the day marks…
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a significant Hindu festival that is celebrated every autumn in the northern hemisphere. This year, Diwali falls on November 4th. The word Diwali is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Deepavali’, which means ‘row of lights’. It is a five-day long festival that symbolizes the triumph of…
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god. It is observed in the Hindu month of Bhadra, which falls in the month of August or September (varies each year) according to the Gregorian calendar. This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and…
Raksha Bandhan, also known as Rakhi, is an important Hindu festival that is primarily celebrated in India, Nepal and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. This festival celebrates the bond of love and protection between siblings, particularly between brothers and sisters. The word ‘Raksha’ means protection and ‘Bandhan’ means bond. It is typically observed on…
Maha Asthami – The Auspicious Occasion of Worship and Celebration Maha Asthami, also known as Durga Asthami, is one of the most important and auspicious days of the Hindu festival of Navratri. It is celebrated on the 8th day of the Navratri festival, which falls on the 14th of October this year. Maha Asthami has…
