Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India and among Hindus worldwide. It is a festival of lights that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival typically lasts for five days, with each day holding special significance and rituals: […]
"Ningol Chakouba" is a traditional festival celebrated in Manipur, a state in northeastern India, predominantly by the Meitei community. The festival holds great cultural and social significance and is dedicated to strengthening familial bonds, particularly between married women (ningol) and their parental families. The term "Ningol" refers to married women, while "Chakouba" means an invitation […]
Chhath Puja is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between humans and nature, the power of faith, and perseverance. It is celebrated on Shukla Shashthi of the month of Kartik in the Hindu calendar. The word "Shashthi" means sixth, so it is called Chhath Puja and the goddess worshipped is called Chhath Maiya. […]