Diwali or Deepavali is the most celebrated festival in India. In 2014, Diwali date is October 23. Diwali festival is a five-day celebration which begins with Dhanteras (Dhan Trayodasi). The second day of Diwali is Narak Chaturdasi (Roop Chaudas / Kali Chaudas). Third day of the festival is main Diwali (Deepavali). Bali Pratipada (Govardhan Puja) […]
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No Diwali holiday in New York City schools, Hindus feel abandoned
Hindu community is heartbroken over New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio not declaring Diwali as a school holiday despite all out efforts by them. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that it was not fair with Hindu pupils and their families as they would have to attend […]
Hindus heartbroken over no Diwali holiday in Millburn schools
Hindu community is heartbroken over Millburn Township School District in New Jersey (USA) not including Diwali as a school holiday in its 2014-2015 school calendar despite all out efforts by them. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that it was not fair with Hindu pupils and their families […]
Worldwide Hindus concerned at Diwali labeled as “blasphemy” in Cook Islands
Hindus worldwide are concerned at celebration of their annual festival Diwali being reportedly condemned as “blasphemy” in Cook Islands by a religious leader. This religious leader reportedly labeled Diwali, most popular of Hindu festivals, a “paganistic or heathenistic practice” and talked about “its hidden spirit of sorcery and witchcraft” and urged to “put a stop […]
Hindus commend White House for Diwali celebration
Hindus have applauded US First Lady Michelle Obama for celebrating Diwali with community members on November five in the White House in Washington DC. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that Hindu community worldwide felt honored by Michelle Obama’s active participation in Diwali and urged heads of state and their spouses […]
Hindus worldwide commend Jakarta for Diwali holiday
Hindus have commended Jakarta Provincial Government in Indonesia for granting facultative holiday to Hindus for celebrating Diwali (Deepavali). Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, called it “a step in the right direction”, although long overdue. Jakarta Manpower and Transmigration Department, in letters issued on October 31, urged entrepreneurs and […]
Bhai Tika 2013 Time, Auspicious Muhurat for Bhai Tika
Bhai Tika 2013 Time, Auspicious Muhurat for Bhai Tika is given here. Bhai Tika (Bhai Tihar) is observed on the second day after Tihar (Diwali) in Nepal. In 2013, Bhai Tika date is November 5. This is the final day (fifth day) day of Tihar (Panchak Yama). Bhai Tika represents the great bond of love […]
4 November 2013, Annakut Mahotsav & Govardhan Puja
Today, 4 November 2013 is Govardhan Puja & Annakut Puja Mahotsav. It is observed on first day of Kartik month in Gujarati calendar. It is also considered as Gujarati New Year (Nutan Varsh Padvo). Govardhan Puja (Sri Krishna Puja) marks the best beginning for the New Year ahead. As Diwali marks the Narakasur Vadha (demolition of Narakasur) by […]
Diwali, 3 November 2013 (Deepavali) – Today
Today, 3 November 2013 is Diwali, Deepavali festival. It falls on Kartik Month Amavasya in North Indian Hindi calendars and on Ashwin Amavasya in Gujarati, Telugu, Kannada & Marathi calendars. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated for five days in many places of India. Deepavali day is the third day of 5-day Diwali celebrations. […]
Naraka Chaturdashi, 2 November 2013
Today, 2 November 2013 is Naraka Chaturdashi. It is believed that on this day, demon Narakasura was killed by Lord Krishna & the Goddess. Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali, is the second day of Diwali festival. Naraka Chaturdashi is also celebrated as Kali Choudas in Gujarat, Roop Chaudas in Rajasthan and Hanuman Jayanti in […]
Hanuman Jayanti in Gujarat
Hanuman Jayanti is observed in Gujarat on Naraka Chaturdashi day during Diwali festival. In 2017, Hanuman Jayanti date in Gujarat is October 18. Hanuman Puja is observed during Diwali on Kali Choudas as KulDev Puja. Lord Hanuman is considered as Kuldev in many communities. In Gujarat and Rajasthan and some other North Indian regions, Kali […]
Diwali Lakshmi Puja Vidhi PDF Download
Diwali Lakshmi Puja Vidhi PDF Download, procedure of Deepavali Lakshmi Puja in PDF, Pooja Vidhanam of Deepavali Laxmi Pooja is given here.. Diwali or Deepavali is the most auspicious day to worship Goddess Lakshmi. Laxmi pooja during Diwali brings every type of wealth to the performer of the puja. Laxmi blesses the performer with wealth, […]
Dhanteras, 1 November 2013 (Dhana Trayodashi)
Today, 1 November 2013 is Dhanteras, Dhan Trayodasi, Dhanvantari Jayanti, Yamdeep daan, Govatsa Dwadasi. It marks the beginning of Diwali (Deepavali festival) in many places of India. Dhanteras falls on the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha in Ashwin Month as per Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu & Kannada calendars and in Kartik Month as per North Indian […]
Amavasya in November 2013, Diwali Amavasya – Last Day of Vikram Samvat 2069 Year
Amavasya in November 2013 is observed as Kartik Amavasya as per North Indian calendars. It is the last day and marks the ending of Vikram Samvat Year 2069. In November 2013, Amavasya date is 3 November. Time of Amavasya November 2013 Amavasya begins at 8.04 PM on 2nd November and ends at 6.12 PM on […]
5 November 2013, Bhai Dooj (Bhau Beej)
5 November 2013 is Bhai Dooj (Bhau Beej). It is the fifth and final day of Diwali celebrations. It falls on Shukla Paksha Dwitiya in Karthik month as per all Hindu calendars. Bhai Dooj festival marks the importance of divine relationship between brother and sister. On this day, Lord Yama visited his sister Yami’s house and had […]
Govatsa Dwadashi, 31 October 2013
Today, 31 October 2013 is Govatsa Dwadashi Vrat. It falls on Dwadashi in Krishna Paksha of Kartik Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars and it coincides with Ashwin Month according to Marathi, Telugu, Kannada & Gujarati calendars. Govatsa Dwadasi vrata katha (story) and the significance of the vrata are mentioned in the Bhavishya Purana. This […]
Naraka Chaturdashi Mantras – Stotras or Slokas to chant during Narak Chaturdashi Snan
Naraka Chaturdashi Mantras, Stotras or Slokas to chant during Narak Chaturdashi Snan are given here.. Narak Chaturdashi is the second day of 5-day Diwali festival. It is also called as Choti Diwali. Kali Chaudas Puja is observed on Naraka Chaturdashi. Narak Chaturdashi Snan is considered as the most auspicious ritual to perform on this day. […]
Diwali Trading Muhurat 2013
Diwali Trading Muhurat 2013 Time, Samvat 2070 Diwali Mahurat Trading on November 3, 2013. Diwali Trading Timings BSE, NSE. Login, Call Auction, Closing Time for Diwali Trading Mahurat and many other information is announced by NSE, National Stock Exchange of Mumbai. The stock market would open from 18.15 hrs on November 3 and would close […]
Diwali 2013, Deepavali 2013 date
Diwali 2013, Diwali 2013 date, Deepavali 2013, Deepavali 2013 date. In 2013, Diwali festival begins on 31 October, ends on 5 November 2013. Diwali 2013 date is November 3. Diwali is the festival of lights and the most celebrated Hindu festival throughout the world. Also known as Deepavali, Divvela Panduga, Diwali is observed on Amavasya […]
Special Trains for Kochuveli, Bangalore, Thiruvanathapuram, Chennai (Navaratri Puja, Diwali Trains)
Navaratri Puja, Diwali Trains 2013 are announced by Southern Railway – special trains between Kochuveli, Bangalore City, Thiruvanathapuram Central and Chennai Central. Kochuveli – Bangalore City Special Train (train no. 06314), will run on October 3, 17 and 31. This train will leave Kochuveli at 8.15 pm on Thursdays and will reach Bangalore City at […]