10 Amazing Facts You Might Not Be Aware About God Krishna!
Krishna

Krishna Janmashtami is the day when one the very favorite God of Hinduism was born, the great day when KRISHNA was born. We all are aware about his ‘Raasleela’, ‘Makhan Chori’, his role in the holy book of ‘Geeta’ and all his divine leela but there might be some facts which probable our Television Serials haven’t enlightened us with. Here are few facts about Nandlala Kanhaiya that you probably would know for the first time.

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12 Things That proves Brother-Sister Bond Is Greatest of All!
Rakhi

Relationships are always gratifying, a thread of those sweet and sour memories that binds us together. Relations that connects us through the bonds of parents, partners, friends but nothing can beat the most mischievous of all, the one with whom you cannot live in a same room for at least a day.. at the same without whom your life is empty like a shell, yes you guessed that right, the Brother-Sister Bond! And today is the day to celebrate this most revered connection of all, Raksha Bandhan, a strong protective relation between a brother and a sister. But hey, this bond isn’t sweet as you read here, it’s packed with full of nautanki… lot of fights and lot of nok-jhoks. Here are few instances.

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How To Avoid Weight Gain In Diwali?
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From the Expert

Diwali is the festival of Lights and Joy. It’s time to enjoy and have loads of fun. And thanks to the goodies which we eat, no work stress and workout activities because of the holidays, there is a tendency to put on weight (fat) and go off track.

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10 Reasons I Am Eagerly Waiting For Diwali!
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What… it’s Diwali time?? Did you choose a destination for your family vacation? And I bet you are just too excited about your Diwali bonus and the shopping spree!

For any person who lives in India, Diwali is one of the most awaited festivals of all. Not just due to the wide variety of fire-crackers available these days, but for a large number of other reasons. Some of which have been jotted down here. So, here are 10 reasons why we all eagerly wait for Diwali, each year.

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5 Ideas To Make Diwali Candles @ Home!
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From the Expert

Diwali is a festival of lights. We all love lighting up our houses and bringing in health, wealth and prosperity. How about if this time, we gave candles a different life. We welcome the festive season with a twist, all at a minimal cost. I usually love these little DIY projects that is easy to undertake with some great results.

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9 Navratri Facts That Only Garba Lovers Can Relate To!
garba

People around the country, are you ready for the dance mania? We bid it a goodbye last year and here it is again everyone’s favourite, Navratri. The entire nation would have their unique way and charm in celebrating this festival, but Navratri, is definitely a “Khushboo Gujarat Ki”!

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How To Throw a Super hit Theme Party
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I am a party person and I love attending as well as throwing parties. Theme parties are very much in trend these days and thus I usually prefer throwing a theme party. To guarantee the success of your theme party, there are 7 steps you absolutely must know. These 7 steps reveal the secrets to ensuring that every party you ever throw being an amazing success. It’s all about planning and foresight.

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Spirit Of Holi In Different Regions Of India & Its Delicacies
Holi

Holi is indeed a much celebrated festival in different parts of the nation. As the region changes, the significance and the delicacies change as well. But the spirit of Holi remains unchanged. As you move to different parts of India the shades of Holi have a different story to reveal. According to the place, the traditions, food and name changes. The following reveals the names of Holi and its delicacies.

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Kites…The Tale!
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From the Expert

In the Month of January, the cold starts disappearing and the serene blue sky gets magically filled with colorful kites. And you can see this scene right from early morning to late evening, where the entire sky remains colorfully dotted with vivid splashes of colorful kites of varying hues, shapes and sizes.

Traveler, Photographer and Adventurer
Christmas Special – Décor Ideas For Your Home
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Its Christmas time, the time for holidays, beautiful family gatherings and a lot of yummy foods! But, if you really want to add a little bit of magic to your life and home, then here are a few fascinating home décor ideas that you may love to decorate your home for Christmas.

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Sanctity of Tulsi Vivaah Against the Reality of New Age Vivaah
tulsi vivaah

It is the auspicious day of Tulsi Vivaah, a marriage that is celebrated by majority of the Indian population, all across the country. Tulsi Vivaah is the holy marriage of Tulsi Devi with Lord Krishna.

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Does Bhai Dooj Still Hold the Same Importance as Earlier?
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India is the country of festivals! May it be Holi, Eid, Rakshabandahn, Diwali or Bhair Dooj… in India, every festivity is celebrated with a lot of energy, excitement and all the taam jhaam, as we usually call it. Bhai dooj is one such festival that is celebrated on the last day of Diwali celebration where

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The Dark Night Of Kali Chaudas – Myths, Sacrifices And Supernatural Powers
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Kali chaudas… the name says it all! Have you seen small pots covered with red cloth, some fruits, water and a black doll placed on the cross roads near your home? If you haven’t witnessed this, you will get to see them across the city and towns in the country on the night of Kali chaudas.

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Getting Blessed – How to do Lakshmi Puja on Diwali?
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Festive season is here with Diwali, and its time we get out of our modern shoes and give the desired space to our culture and tradition in our hearts. Diwali is the festival of lights, good fortune and wealth. Above all, it is the festival of worshiping Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, seeking her blessings for a happier and wealthier life.

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DIY Ideas for Making Beautiful Diyas at Home
homemade crystal diyas

Diwali celebration is incomplete without diyas. Even if you decorate your entire home with small colorful lights, diyas are a must. The beauty of diyas in diwali is something completely different that even lights cannot replace.

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Be Different this Diwali with Holii Gift Boxes
gift hampers from Holii

Make Diwali gifting unique this year with Holii’s special Gift Boxes. Gift the joy of colour to your loved ones this Diwali  with glamorous gift boxes from Holii. Beautifully packaged incense, candles and aromatherapy oils along with Holii products will make the perfect gift for the modern Indian woman. Right from the glamorous leather goods

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Diwali – Festival of Lights or Festival of Pollution?
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Diyas, Candles, lights, sweets, family time and a lot of fire crackers! Doesn’t this sound absolutely perfect for Diwali? Yes, it does to me and to all others. Celebrated on the home-coming of Lord Ram after his victory over Ravana, Diwali in India is the celebration of lights and the celebration of being together. But,

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Pocket-Friendly Diwali Decoration Ideas!
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Bring your home alive this Diwali with bright decorative items but, within your budget for a colorful, refreshing and joyous diwali. Cost effective and also creative in its designs, try out these ideas and you will surely see your abode look glorious in the vivid colors and bright lights.

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