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Happy Diwali to all of you!

Posted on November 10, 2007 by Priyanka

Note 1: Diwali is perhaps the most popular of all Hindu festivals, also known as the Festival of Lights, it is dedicated to the Goddess Kali in Bengal and to Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth, in the rest of India. As with several other festivals, Diwali is associated with one of the stories about the destruction of evil by Vishnu in one of his many manifestations.

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Note 2: What may be the reason, what may be the rituals, Diwali today is a huge occasion that is celebrated all over INDIA, unifying all caste, status and religions of people in a festive mood, rejoicing the endless aura of light and vibrant colors. Being a part of DIWALI and enjoying every aspect of its lucid simplicity and rich vigor makes one feel more enthusiastic and charged up to work harder and look ahead for next year’s excitement. Till then stay prosperous and healthy!!! :)

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Festive Season in INDIA

Posted on September 20, 2007 by Priyanka

The festive season is the time when entire country is tinged in colors of celebrations, enthusiasm and devotion.

From the start of October till the end of December this wide spread celebrations throughout India is experienced. The Eid celebrations, Garba and Dandiya in Gujarat, the Durga Pujas of Bengal or the nine day festival named ‘Navaratri‘ ending with Dussehra on the tenth day are some of the glimpses of this gala. After that comes the biggest celebration time, Diwali, the festival of lights. The festive mood engulfs one and all, irrespective of their religion and beliefs.Then there is Christmas and English New year celebrations.

Every festival is celebrated with huge enthusiasm and extravaganza. India a mystic land full of colors becomes more colorful and radiant during this period of the year. The rituals performed during the festivals varies in different parts of the country.

Friends and relations exchange gifts and ecards on these occations. The celebration continues as people travel, visit relatives, buy clothes, relish excellent cuisines and meet old friends on these joyful and special days.


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