Know The Meaning And Significance Of Gudi Padwa
It is believed that on the day of Gudi Padwa, Lord Brahma created the Universe on the commands of Goddess Durga.
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Hindu Vrat Calendar 2021: Know The Dates Of Amavasya
Since Amavasya refers to the new moon day, it appears every month i.e. 12 Amavasya in a year. So here is a list of dates when each Amavasya falls in the year 2021
Festivals Via Feminist Lens: Vijaya Ekadashi Should Also Weave Stories About Women’s Victory
Sita was always a warrior and a winner. And so is every woman. So celebrate Vijaya Ekadashi to remind yourself that women deserve to choose their own battles and can also win them.
Festivals Via Feminist Lens: Observe Bhishma Ashtami For Its Antiquity Not Its Patriarchy
If Bhishma was a righteous and enlightened person, what blinded him to the injustice that was meted out to Draupadi? Why didn’t he use his maturity and authority to stop Pandavas and Kauravas from insulting Draupadi?
October 14 Is Pradosh Vrat; Know Its Meaning, History And Significance
It venerates Shiva and Parvati together as couple with equal power, respect and importance. Moreover, the fast can be observed by any person irrespective of age and gender. Know more about Pradosh Vrat.
Are Hindu Festivals An Annual Celebration Of Indian Patriarchy?
Many festivals are celebrated in the guise of assuring women – that they will be protected. With an obvious power attributed to men.
Govt Gifts Tribal Women Livelihood Skill This Diwali
This Diwali will be special for 40 women from a nomadic tribe in Kanhai village, Gurgaon. They recently received certificates from the government for successfully completing a 2-month skill development programme to develop their embroidering and other related skills. The programme, introduced by the prime minister, has earned them a livelihood of dignity and self-reliance. READ: A Healthy […]
A Healthy and Safe Diwali
The grandest Hindu festival is just around the corner and we all know what that means; celebration, rangoli, sweets, gifts, surprises. While historically, Diwali was celebrated with just diyas, the norm today has evolved and I’m not quite sure if it is for the better. Yes, I mean the deviant pollutants, the crackers. Now, now, I’m not trying […]
