Holika Dahan begins on the night of the full moon. Fires are lit on the street corners to cleanse the air of evil spirits and bad vibes and to symbolise the destruction of the wicked Holika. Wishing everyone Happy Holika Dahan 2023!
This festival is very special to people of all age groups. It has a different energy level, and people enthusiastically celebrate this day. This day officially marks the end of winter and the arrival of summer. Wishing everyone Happy Holi 2023!
Holika Dahan symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Chhoti Holi celebrations are linked to the legends of Hiranyakashipu and his son Prahlada. Holika Dahan celebrates the legend of the burning of Holika, an asuri, upon a burning pyre and the salvation of her nephew, Prahlada.
Chhoti Holi is observed a day before the festival of colours, Holi. In South India, it is also known as Kama Dahanam. On this day, the Holi bonfire is lit after sunset. People send messages to all their near and dear ones on this day to wish them Happy Dhuleti.
In parts of North India, the day is called Holika Dahan. In contrast, in other parts like Purvanchal (eastern Uttar Pradesh and western Bihar) and the Terai regions of Nepal, it is called Sammat Jaarna. Wishing everyone a very Happy Holika Dahan and a very Happy Holi in advance.
On the occasion of Shab-e-Barat, people offer their prayers to the dead and also do their bit to ensure they have atoned for any wrong-doings. We hope that Shab-e-Barat 2023 brings with it peace and light to you and your family.
The origin of Shab-e-Barat observance is actually believed to have pre-Islamic roots. This event is also known as Night of Forgiveness or Day of Atonement. Muslims observe Mid-Sha'ban as a night of worship and salvation.
National Son's Day was established to honor sons and the ones who raised them. People were of the opinion that there has to be a separate day for sons like we have Daughter’s Day.
Amalaki Ekadashi is also known as Amla Ekadashi. The Amla tree is considered very close to Lord Vishnu, and it is believed that Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi reside in the Amla tree. Wishing everyone a Happy Amalaki Ekadashi 2023!
On the night of Holika Dahan, people light a bonfire and celebrate the triumph of good over evil by marking it as the victory of Lord Vishnu as Narasimha Narayana over Hiranyakashipu.
On Holi, usually public functions are organised and people love to consume thandai on this day. Thandai comes in a lot of varieties, some with an infusion of fruit flavour while others have a minty feel. People enjoy these refreshing drinks during Holi, and for this reason, we at LatestLY, have compiled a list of five drinks that you must try this Holi 2023.
Masi Magam is celebrated on Purnima of Masi month when the Magam nakshatra coincides with the full moon. The date Masi Magam is calculated according to the Tamil calendar and falls in the month of February or March in the Gregorian calendar.
Lakshmi Jayanti is observed mainly in South India and it is less known in North Indian states and revolves around performing Lakshmi Puja and making various offerings to the Goddess.
According to the Hindu calendar, Shri Chaitanya Jayanti is observed on Purnima in the month of Phalguna in the year 1542 of Vikram Samvat. This year, Shri Chaitanya Jayanti 2023 will be celebrated on March 7. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was the chief proponent of the Vedantic philosophy of Achintya Bheda Abheda Tattva.
World Wildlife Day reminds us of the urgent need to take collective efforts and step up the fight against wildlife crime has wide-ranging economic, environmental, and social impacts.
World Teen Mental Wellness Day is observed annually on March 2. The day is important as it provides an opportunity for people to come together to promote the mental wellness of teenagers and adolescents and get rid of the stigma associated with disorders like depression and anxiety can discourage them from asking for help.
In some traditions, goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and wife of Lord Vishnu is said to dwell in the tree. It is believed that Lord Vishnu’s avatar Krishna and his consort Radha reside near the tree. Wishing everyone a Happy Amalaki Ekadashi 2023!
Holi, the most significant and popular Hindu festival is observed during Phalguna Purnima which also coincides with Lakshmi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of the Hindu Goddess of wealth.
During the spring months of February and March, on the eleventh day of Shukla paksha (the waxing moon period), the Amalaki Ekadashi festival is observed. This day is mostly recognised as a celebration of the Amla or Amalaki tree (Phyllanthus Emblica). Another name for this Amla fruit is Indian gooseberry.
Amalaki Ekadashi marks the beginning of the main celebrations of the festival of Holi, the festival of colours. The auspicious day falls between Mahashivratri and Holi.
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