The festival is widely celebrated in different parts of India in different ways. Lord Shiva devotees usually fast all day and night and offer Bael leaves (Bilva patra) to Shivlinga.
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Udham Singh: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre avenger
Connected to India’s series on unsung freedom fighters features one of the valiant sons of India, Udham Singh. The only aim in life was to take the revenge of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. He fulfilled his aim finally at London where he killed Michael O’Dwyer, former Lieutenant-Governor of the Punjab
(Facing the) Demons of Demonetisation
As I was preparing for my first trip to India post demonetisation, I was aware that what I needed most importantly for my travels, other than my passport, was cash.
Gourmet delights from India and abroad satiated taste buds well at PBD 2017
It seemed Karnataka government lent special attention to food that was being served at 14th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2017.
PBD 2017: Narendra Modi top quotes that garnered the loudest applause
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unmatchable aura and NRIs’ love for him was at full display when he took the stage to address the gathering on Day 2 of PBD 2017.
Bigger, Better Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2017 kicks-off in Bengaluru
What is called to be the biggest celebratory event for Indian diaspora in India – 14th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas has begun in Bengaluru on January 7, 2017.
PBD 2017: Government to highlight economic reforms at the conclave
The government seems to be bringing PBD 2017 to full use to highlight its achievements and the economic reforms.
Kerala at a glance: Gods own country
‘Kerala – Gods own country’ is undoubtedly the most catchy marketing tagline ever created around Indian tourism. Bestowed with lots of natural beauty and equable climate throughout the year, Kerala is a much sought after tourist destinations.
Visit Jhansi: Place synonymous with bravery of Rani Laxmi Bai
Jhansi was an important centre of India’s first mutiny against the British in 1857 . The city made famous because of the valour of young queen Rani Laxmi Bai, etched in golden words in Indian history.
Calling NRIs to relive the Nawabi era in Lucknow
NRI: Let us take you some grand and unique monuments of Lucknow which are testimony to the grandeur of the Nawabi era.
