Significance and History Vasant Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja, marks the arrival of spring in India and is a festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom, learning, and the arts. It falls on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Hindu month of Magha (January–February). The festival holds immense importance for students, teachers, […]

Significance and History Thaipusam is a significant Hindu festival celebrated to honor Lord Murugan, the deity of courage, strength, and victory. It is observed on the full moon day in the Tamil month of Thai (January–February), which is when the star "Pusam" is at its brightest. This festival marks the occasion when Goddess Parvati gave […]

Significance and History Maha Shivaratri, meaning "The Great Night of Shiva," is one of the most important Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva, the deity of destruction and transformation. It is celebrated annually on the 14th night of the dark fortnight in the Hindu month of Phalguna (February–March). This auspicious night marks the union of […]