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  What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights? How is it celebrated in India and the diaspora?

  World | October 31, 2024 13:21 IST

  While Diwali is a major religious festival for Hindus, it is also observed by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists. The origin story of Diwali varies depending on the region. All these stories have one underlying theme-- the victory of good over evil.

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  Bhaum Pradosh Vrat on 15 March 2022: Know auspicious time, worship method and importance

  Books & Culture | March 14, 2022 16:49 IST

  By observing Bhaum Pradosh Vrat, one gets happiness, prosperity, wealth, food, children etc. Also, by the grace of Lord Shiva, diseases and defects are removed. If you have any disease then you can do Pradosh fast to get rid of it. 

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  Return car festival in Puri

  India | June 29, 2012 17:27 IST

  Puri, Jun 29 : Lakhs of devotees from across the country and abroad descended on this pilgrim town today to witness ‘Bahuda Yatra',the return car festival of Lord Jagannath accompanied by his elder brother and