Datta Jayanti

On Datta Jayanti, the Dattatreya Principle is one thousand times more active on Earth as compared to the other days.

Gudi Padwa, Hindu New year puja, family home

Method of celebrating Gudipadwa

The Gudhi (or the Brahma-dhwaj) is hoisted in every house as a symbol of victory and happiness. Since a symbol of victory is always held high, so is the Gudi.).

Diwali (Deepavali)

The word Diwali has originated from Deepavali, which in turn is formed as deep (lamp) + avali (row). Deepavali is thus a row of lamps. During Diwali, lamps are lit everywhere.

Vijayadashami: The triumph of righteousness

Vijayadashami is also known as Dashhara, Dussehra, Dassera, Dashera, etc. On this day, that is the tenth day of Navratri, Deity Shriram won victory over Ravana by killing him. It is one amongst the three and a half auspicious periods.