Rakhi
Its rakhi time, time when
sisters pray for long and trouble free life for their brothers. |
Pongal
This three-day harvest festival
is celebrated every year in Magha, from the 13th to the 15th of January. |
Ganesh
Chaturthi
Lord Ganesh,
the patron deity of Maharashtra in India, is the God of wisdom. |
Janmashtami
Janmashtami is celebrated
in various parts of India to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. |
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women,
its aim being the longevity of women's marital life. |
Nag Panchami
This sacred Hindu occassion is annually observed in India to honour the snake deities. mentioned in the scriptures. |
Onam
The state festival of the Indian state Kerala, Onam celebrates the annual harvest of the Keralites. |
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Baisakhi
The Harvest Festival Baisakhi,
falls on April 13. Celebrated in Punjab and Haryana. | Diwali
Diwali, a diminutive form
of Deepavali, etymologically means a row of lights. Hence it is festival of lights. |
Durga
Puja
Durga Puja, or
the worship of Durga, though signifies the celebration of the triumph of good
over evil. | Holi
The celebration of Holi has
different aspects. A carnival of colors, a community festival, and a tradition
of ancient spring rites, |
Kumbh Mela
This grand Hindu religious fair has a great significance for the Hindu community in India. Know all about the Kumbh Mela. |
Ratha Yatra
Ratha Yatra commemorates the ancient annual journey of Lord Krishna and his siblings to the abode of their aunt. |
Dusshera
Dussehra is the final day of the Navratri festival. This sacred occassion is annually observed in India during September/October. |
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