The fast of Karva Chauth is kept by Hindu women for the well-being, prosperity and longevity of their husbands. The origin of this festival is based upon a very sweet and noble idea. In earlier times, girls would get married at a very young age, and had to go and live with their in-laws in other villages far away from their own parents. If she had any problems with her husband or in-laws, she would have no one to talk to or seek support from.Read More>>> |
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Saturday, October 11, 2008
Karva Chauth
Monday, October 6, 2008
Happy Dusshera
Dasera is a major Hindu festival, as it makes up one of the three-and-a-half auspicious days (sade teen muhurta) of the year. It is the name imparted to the tenth day (dashami) of the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month, Ashvin. Also known as Dasara, Dusshera. and Dusshera.Read More>>>
Posted By Sakina Khatoon
Posted By Sakina Khatoon
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Festivals - Eid Ul Fitar:Biggest Muslim Festival
Eid Ul Fitar or the festival of fast breaking is the biggest Muslim festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, 1st October.Eid is derived from the Arabic word ‘oud’ or ‘the return’ to signify, well, the return of Eid each year. The festival is significant as much for its timing as for its religious implications. It is celebrated after the fasting month of Ramzan (the ninth month of the Muslim year), on the first day of the Shavval month of the Hijri year (Muslim year). Read More>>>
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