Holashtak 2023: Why This 8-Day Period Before Holi Considered Unlucky? Know All About It
Holashtak falls in the month of Falgun. The 8 days of Holashtak are considered inauspicious, scroll down to know the do's and don't of Holashtak.
Feb 23, 2023, 16:47 PM IST
DNA: Analysis of the kahani of Holiki Dahan
There are many stories associated with the festival of Holi but the most famous of these is the story of Holika and Prahlad. According to a legend from Vishnu Purana, Prahlad's father, Daityaraj Hiranyakashipu, did penance and obtained a boon from the gods that he would neither die on earth, nor in the sky, nor in a day, nor in a night, nor at home. Won't die from outside, neither by weapon, nor by weapon, neither by human nor by animal, see full story in DNA.
Mar 18, 2022, 01:30 AM IST
Holika Dahan 2021: Know about Narasimha Maha Mantra, puja rituals and benefits
The festival of colours - Holi is on March 29 this year. With Holika Dahan on March 28 - a day prior to the main festival - the buzz around it is high. The day of Holika Dahan is also known as Chhoti Holi at various places.
Mar 27, 2021, 15:17 PM IST
Holi 2020: How Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya are celebrating the festival of colours
"Happy Holi to all. Love and light," Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wrote on Instagram.
Mar 10, 2020, 08:19 AM IST
Know what the story of Prahlada and Lord Narasimha teaches us
Here’s a beautiful story that teaches us lessons about the greatness of God, the fundamental principles of life and the importance of leading a virtuous life.
Mar 21, 2016, 12:03 PM IST
