From firecrackers to fairy lights, the concept of the holiday of Deepavali has spread across the world. From a pan-Indian festival to a global event, the holiday highlights celebrating the wealth and happiness of our lives.
Category: Festivals
Dasara of Mysuru: Steeped in pomp and pageantry
India is a land of festivals in which people from all walks of life participate. Dasara of Mysuru (Mysore) is famous all over the world as it is celebrated with pomp and grandeur reminiscent of medieval times.
Navratri – Durga and Rama: The myths, history and rituals of the nine-day Hindu festival
The nine-day long festival of Navratri (literally meaning nine nights) is one of the most widely celebrated in the Hindu religion. Celebrated to honour Goddess Durga, who symbolises power and purity, Navratri is famous for the ritual of fasting.
Dussehra: Celebrating the victory of Good over Evil
India is a land of festivals, and one of the most eagerly awaited is Dussehra in which people of different faiths participate. It is celebrated with zest and religious fervour.
Along with India, 4 other countries celebrate Independence Day on August 15
August 15 – the day when Indians across the globe celebrate Independence Day. Coincidentally there are five other countries, which celebrate their Independence Day on August 15.
Dance India is the ideal place for Indian arts practitioners to meet… in Singapore: Vaishali Trivedi
Vaishali Trivedi is a solo Kathak dancer, singer, choreographer and a teacher. Based in Ahmedabad, she has performed extensively in more than 50 countries worldwide.
MEA to hold ‘Bharat ko Janiye’ Quiz for young diaspora in August
Buoyed by the success of the Bharat ko Janiye (Know Your India) Quiz among the young NRIs and PIOs last year, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is all set to launch the second iteration this August in which candidates would answer questions after enjoying a government-sponsored tour of India.
Maha Shivaratri: Significance, legends, rituals, food of the festival of lord Shiva
The festival is widely celebrated in different parts of India in different ways. Lord Shiva devotees usually fast all day and night and offer Bael leaves (Bilva patra) to Shivlinga.
PBD 2017: Narendra Modi top quotes that garnered the loudest applause
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unmatchable aura and NRIs’ love for him was at full display when he took the stage to address the gathering on Day 2 of PBD 2017.
Bigger, Better Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2017 kicks-off in Bengaluru
What is called to be the biggest celebratory event for Indian diaspora in India – 14th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas has begun in Bengaluru on January 7, 2017.