A lot of things make Diwali celebrations auspicious, but in 2017, there have been a few notable events that have taken place that made the festive Diwali season even more special. Diwali (also called Deepavali) is the biggest festival in India and the most widely celebrated festival for Hindus globally. In modern times, the dharmic festival of Deepavali has […]
Shubh Deepavali (aka Happy Diwali) – The Festival of Lights and Good – 2015
(CHAKRA) The bright (and we literally mean bright) auspicious festival of Deepavali (also widely known as the modern name Diwali) is by far the largest and most widely celebrated festival for Hindus and Indians globally. Diwali is also celebrated with strong festivities by Sikhs, Jains and even some Buddhist communities. Countries that celebrate Diwali include the United […]
Shubh Deepavali & Happy Diwali! (aka Festival of Lights) – The Largest Dharmic Festival – Nov 2014
The vibrant festival of Deepavali (also referred to as Diwali in recent years) is the largest and most widely celebrated festival for Hindus and Indians. Diwali is followed and celebrated with strong enthusiasm in India as well as other nations with significant populations of Hindus, Sikhs and NRIs. Such nations include the USA, Canada, Australia, UK, […]
Diwali vs Deepavali? What Is the Proper Way to Greet on Diwali?
(CHAKRA Blogs) Deepavali is one of the largest celebrations in India and among Hindus. It is also one of the only common festivals celebrated by all Dharmic faiths (Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists) to some degree. Nowadays, it isn’t uncommon to hear “Happy Diwali” from your friends or see it in your Facebook newsfeed. However, to […]