Indian festivals
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Chaitra Navratri 2026: Meaning, rituals and the spiritual significance of the nine-day festival
Chaitra Navratri 2026 marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year and nine days of devotion to Goddess Durga, blending fasting, rituals and spiritual renewal across India. Continue reading
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Holika Dahan: The mythology, rituals and significance behind the holy bonfire
Before Holi dissolves hierarchies in colour, Holika Dahan gathers India around fire — and asks what must be left behind. Continue reading
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From Lohri to Pongal, How India marks the harvest festival in different ways
A single solar transition gives rise to many festivals across India. From Lohri’s bonfires to Pongal’s rituals and Uttarayan’s kites, each region marks the harvest in its own way while sharing a common sense of gratitude. Continue reading
