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Navratri 2017: Here's how women can style it up this Durga Puja

Get ready girls! It is that time of the year when Goddess Durga comes down on earth and the festive fervour takes the entire nation in its grip.

Sep 13, 2017, 13:28 PM IST

Navratri, Durga Puja 2017: TOP 10 SMS, WhatsApp messages for your loved ones!

The auspicious festival of Navratri and Durga Puja is around the corner and we can’t wait but get completely soaked in the spirit of its vibrancy.

Sep 12, 2017, 13:08 PM IST

Navratri 2017: Day 1 - Ghatasthapana Puja timings, Tithi and Vidhi

The Navratri puja and celebrations begin with Ghatasthapana, also known as Kalash Sthapana. Ghatasthapana is a ritual that symbolises feminine power.

Sep 12, 2017, 13:00 PM IST

Sharad Navratri—Significance of the festivity

The auspicious festival of Sharad Navratri is on its way and so the preparations to seek the blessings of Goddess Shakti are in full spirit.

Sep 12, 2017, 12:48 PM IST

Pitru Paksha 2017: Rituals and things to do

During Pitru Paksha, prayers are offered by people in memory of their ancestors.

Sep 11, 2017, 14:32 PM IST

Pitru Paksha 2017: Pind Daan in Gaya – Things you need to know

This year, the Pitru Paksha commenced on September 5 and shall culminate with Mahalaya Amavaysa on September 19.

Sep 08, 2017, 09:46 AM IST

Ananta Chaturdashi 2017: Tithi, Timings and significance

Ananta Chaturdashi signifies the fourteenth day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada.

Sep 05, 2017, 08:00 AM IST

Pann Puja: Why Kashmiri Pandits celebrate this day on Vinayak Chaturthi

Out of the many festivals celebrated in the country, Vinayak Chaturthi has special significance in Kashmiri Pandit community.

Aug 25, 2017, 12:06 PM IST

Ganesh Chaturthi: Here’s how Vinayaka was born

Realising that Parvati’s anger could lead to a complete destruction, Brahma, Vishnu and the other Devtas appeared before her to pacify her.

Aug 24, 2017, 15:16 PM IST

Ganesha Chaturthi: Sing the Ganapati Aarti to experience divine bliss

This Ganesha Chaturthi, experience the power of the mighty lord by singing the Aarti with devotion and love.

Aug 24, 2017, 09:55 AM IST

Ganesha Chaturthi 2017: Ten best Pandals to visit in Mumbai

Its festival time for Mumbai as the highly awaited time of the year - Ganesha Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav - is set to arrive soon! Who doesn't like the beating of the drums, beauty of colours all around, long queues outside pandals and everyone's favourite, modak!

Aug 21, 2017, 16:58 PM IST

Ganesha Chaturthi 2017: Tithi, Vidhi and Puja Timings

Ganesha Chaturthi is actually the celebration of the birth of Lord Ganapati on the fourth day during the Shukla Paksha in the Bhadrapada month according to the Hindu calendar.

Aug 21, 2017, 12:30 PM IST

Solar Eclipse 2017: Will Surya Grahan be visible in India?

A total solar eclipse is expected to sweep across the United States for the first time in 99 years.

Aug 21, 2017, 09:58 AM IST

Navroz Greetings: Lesser Known facts about Parsi New Year

Imagine being surrounded by the festive atmosphere, getting a new haircut, wearing new clothes and enjoying a number of delicious foods with your friends and family! Also, buying fruits, flowers, nuts and pastries for your parents and grandparents. And don't forget the crisp money bills as a return gift from the elder. Fascinating, right? Well, this is the Parsi way of celebrating the new year and welcoming the return of spring.

Aug 17, 2017, 10:40 AM IST