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78Sun Worship in Hinduism
Sun worship in India dates back to ancient times. Sun Worship is a ritual followed by thousands of devotees in Hindu Religion. Most Hindus start their day by worshipping the sun God by offering water and chanting mantras. It is believed that worshipping this God gives energy and good health, which inturn leads to Money and prosperity. References to sun worship are found in Vedas and Puranas.
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80Turmeric Information and Recipes - Haldi Doodh, Pickle
Turmeric also known as the Indian Saffron is a member of the ginger family and widely used in Ayurveda because of its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiseptic properties. This spice is also used as food color and to add flavor in Indian cuisine. In India turmeric is considered to be auspicious and also have a religious significance, especially hindu religious rituals. Given are the numerous benefits of turmeric and some pickles and health drinks using turmeric.
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74Nag Panchami Festival 2012
Nag Panchami is an important Hindu Festival celebrated in the month of Shravan. Nag Panchami Festival is observed on the 5th day after Amavasi in Shravan month.This year Naga Panchami falls on 8th July 2012 Sunday. This festival is also known as Nagarapanchami. Apart from Shravan Month this festival is also celebrated in some parts of India on the fifth day after Purnima in Ashar Month. This festival is also known as Mansa Devi Ashtanag Puja as the Snake Goddess Manasa Devi and Ashta Nag are w
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71Mata Amritanandamayi Devi - The Hugging Saint of India
Mata Amritanandamayi is a highly revered spiritual leader of India to have millions of followers not only in India but also abroad. She is much reputed as ‘The Hugging Saint’ or ‘ Amma ' meaning mother. She is well known for her humanitarian activities.
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76Dr Kiran Bedi - The Pride of India
Dr Kiran Bedi is one of the most admired Indian celebrities. She is also India’s first and highest ranking woman officer who joined the Indian Police Service in 1972. She has also been a Lecturer and Tennis Champion, authored several books, been an actress and anchor for radio and television shows and been a columnist with leading newspapers and magazines. Kiren Bedi is a sought after speaker on social, professional and leadership issues.
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76Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi Festival of India
Raksha Bandhan is a popular Hindu festival which celebrates the bond of affection between brothers and sisters. The date on which Raksha Bandhan falls this year is 13 August 2011. Raksha Bandhan is the celebration where the sisters tie a special thread known as Rakhi around the wrist of Brothers.Though the tradition started with wives or mother tying the holy thread with time the festival now have come to comprise of brother and sister.
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80Elephanta Caves - A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai
Elephanta Caves is an extremely popular tourist location in India. In Elephanta Caves there is hand made temple carved out of one stone which is the abode of Lord Shiva.Elephanta Caves is situated in Elephanta Island which is around eleven kilometers away from the Gateway of India at Mumbai in Maharashtra.
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68Maha Shivarathri - The Night of Lord Shiva
Maha Shivaratri is the Night of Lord Shiva. Mahashivratri festival is celebrated throughout India this year on February 20th,2012.On this day, fasting and night vigil (jaagaran) are observed. Most of the Shiva Temples especially the 12 Jyotirlinga Temples of Bhagwan Shankar are crowded by devotees on this day.
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75Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival - The Birthday of Lord Krishna
Krishna Janmashtami is one of the most popular festivals in Hindu Religion. This day Hindus celebrate the birthday of Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. This year this auspicious day falls on the 2nd of September 2010. Krishna Janmashtami is also known as Krishnashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Krishna Jayanthi, Ashtami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti, Sree Jayanthi or simply Janmashtami.
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77Deepawali - Indian Festival of Lights
Deepawali, or Diwali as it is popularly called, is one of the biggest festivals of India. The word Deepavali comes from the Sanskrit word which means row of lights. During Deepawali festival streets are illuminated and houses are decorated and clay lamps are lit. Diwali is also called as 'the festival of lights'. This year this Festival falls on Wednesday, 26th October 2011.
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