Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami, is a vibrant and joyous Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This festival is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and tradition, and it is celebrated with immense fervor and devotion across India and other parts of the world. Janmashtami falls on…
World Sanskrit Day, also known as “Vishva-Samskrita-Dinam,” is dedicated to the revival and promotion of Sanskrit, one of the oldest and most influential languages in the world. This day is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan (usually in August), coinciding with the celebration of Raksha Bandhan. Sanskrit, often referred…
Rakshabandhan, also known as Rakhi, is a popular Hindu festival celebrated across India and other parts of the world where Indian communities reside. This festival is a celebration of the unique and sacred bond between brothers and sisters. The term “Rakshabandhan” is derived from two Sanskrit words: “Raksha,” meaning protection, and “Bandhan,” meaning bond, signifying…
Varalakshmi Vratam is a significant Hindu festival celebrated primarily in the southern states of India, such as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. This auspicious day is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu and the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and well-being. The word “Vara” means boon, and “Lakshmi” signifies wealth, making…
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