Tag Archives: Durgapuja

Shubh Deepawali/Happy Diwali & Prosperous New Year

Posted on November 3, 2013 by 9minnon

When we were children, we sent and received greeting cards from relatives across India on various festivals. This is what the greeting cards for Deepawali said. And this again reflects the rich tapestry of Hindu mythology. Deepawali is celebrated across … Continue reading →

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The Mythology of Durga Puja

Posted on October 12, 2013 by 9minnon

In keeping with the spirit of this time of the year, these guys have been discussing more spiritual topics for some time now. And the other day, i found Hardy waxing eloquent about the mythology which is an important part … Continue reading →

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Folk Dances in India

Posted on October 12, 2013 by 9minnon

Having read the earlier post, these guys are going at it, on and on about folk dances in India, which is actually a topic which is quite apt for this time of the year. Well, they are talking more about … Continue reading →

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Shubho Mahalaya

Posted on October 4, 2013 by 9minnon

Today is Mahalaya. Mahalaya marks the end of the Pitra Paksha, which in Hinduism signifies the waning phase of the moon in a particular month of the Hindu calendar (the Bhadrapada month), which is considered the right time to perform … Continue reading →

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