Also called Mahalaya Amavasya, or Pitru Moksha Amavasya, the day marks the completion of Pitru Paksha in the Hindu calendar. It is believed that feeding cows on this day holds significance as a way to ...

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Known as Bhai Dooj in North India, Bhai Phota in Bengal and Yama Dwitiya in South India, this festival falls two days after Diwali and carries profound cultural and emotional significance across ...

“For Hindus, it is of great significance. It’s the biggest festival in India, and there’s lots of firecrackers and sweets and gifts exchanged. … It is also time for new ...

Common themes such as the triumph of good over evil, the significance of light overcoming darkness, and new beginnings celebrated over others are common elements of the festival. More importantly ...

(Reuters) Diwali 2024 History and Significance: Diwali or Deepavali ... with its most significant day on Kartik Amavasya, the new moon day. Deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, Diwali symbolizes ...

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The celebration of Deepawali is indeed a true embodiment of contraries, as the illuminating sacred diya — a symbol of redeeming light — contrasts and obliterates the abysmal darkness of the night of ...

The festival commences two days prior to the Amavasya night (dark or no moon night) when Lord Dhanwantri is worshipped. Lord Dhanwantri is regarded as the remover of all ailments, sickness and ...

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