C hath Puja, a Hindu festival observed mostly by women for the wellbeing of their children, which kick-off on November 5 is ...

This guide explores the essential foods of Chhath, each laden with cultural symbolism. 1. Thekua Thekua is the quintessential ...

Durga Puja festivities are in full swing. Devotees honour Goddess Durga's victory over demon Mahishasura, signifying the triumph of good over evil. This rich and creamy Bengali sweet is a must for ...

Made using a variety of vegetables, this recipe is a joyride of flavour! Ingredients Vegetables needed: 500 gms of potato, ridge gourd, radish, broad bean, ripe pumpkin and carrots (slightly less ...

Mahashivratri also known as the Great Night of Shiva falls on the 14th day of the waning moon. Continue reading to discover more about ...

Durga Puja is popular festival. During these five days of the festival, devotees decorate pandals, wear new clothes, and worship Goddess Durga. Image Credit: Getty Like other festivals, food plays a ...

Food To make a gift, fruit or other food is placed in the shrine as an offering to the deity. Tasting Murti An image of the god or goddess being worshipped. Seeing Incense and flowers Burning ...

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On this day, devotees of lord Shiva observe a complete fasting where they abstain from eating food and drinking water. If you also want to observe Shivratri Fasting, here's a Shivratri puja ...

Devotees observe fasts and perform special puja rituals on this sacred day to ... The prasad could consist of non-cereal foods, fruits and sweets. On Maha Shivratri, devotees adhere to strict ...