Festivals

Navratri, Dussehra, Diwali and the autumn festival calendar: meanings, stories and how to observe them.

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Festivals

Navratri Explained: Nine Nights, Nine Forms of the Goddess

A clear guide to Sharad Navratri: its meaning, the nine nights, the stories behind it and how families observe it in October.

Ananya SharmaOct 1, 20263 min read

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Understand Dussehra (Vijayadashami): the two main legends, the burning of Ravana effigies, Shami puja and how the day is observed.

Ananya SharmaSep 27, 20262 min read

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A complete guide to the five days of Diwali: Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj, with meanings and customs.

Ananya SharmaSep 24, 20262 min read

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Understand Dhanteras and Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali): their meaning, stories, rituals, and why people buy metal items.

Ananya SharmaSep 23, 20262 min read

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Learn how Lakshmi Puja is performed at home on Diwali: preparation, items needed, the steps of worship, and regional customs.

Ananya SharmaSep 22, 20262 min read

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Learn the story of Govardhan Puja, how Annakut is celebrated with mountains of food, and what the festival means in different regions.

Ananya SharmaSep 20, 20262 min read

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Discover the meaning and legend of Bhai Dooj, how the tilak ceremony is performed, and its regional names like Bhai Phota and Bhau Beej.

Ananya SharmaSep 19, 20262 min read