Diwali, the festival of lights, is a vibrant festival filled with a variety of events, celebrations, rituals and pujas. Central to these festivities is the Lakshmi puja, which seeks to invite ...

Govardhan Puja has its origins during the times of Sri Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Performing Govardhan puja is a part of family traditions in several parts of India.

The main day of Diwali is known as Lakshmi Puja – on this day, pujas are held in honour of Lakshmi. In other religions, pujas are still carried out, in honour of other deities. The day after ...

Apart from the eating of sweets and bursting crackers, or decorating the homes, the main event of Diwali in the majority of homes is Lakshmi puja. On the day of Diwali, October 31 this year ...

“Diwali” is arguably the biggest festival of ... and exchange sweets and gifts. A special "puja" prayer is dedicated to the goddess Lakshmi in the evening. She is said to bring good luck ...