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Choti Diwali

The Traditions and Tales Behind Choti and Badi Diwali Celebrations

30 Oct 2024

Diwali begins with the festival of Dhanteras. This year, Dhanteras started on October 29. Today, we celebrate Choti Diwali. What is Choti Diwali? Choti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, honors the demon Narakasura. Specifically, it celebrates his defeat by Lord Krishna’s wife, Satyabhama. The Story of Narakasura Narakasura was...

Deepawali 2024: Traditional Guidelines for Lighting Diyas on Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, and Badi Diwali

28 Oct 2024

Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is the grand festival of lights celebrated by Hindus worldwide. It begins on October 29 and culminates with Bhai Dooj on November 3. This cherished five-day celebration symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and includes various traditions that bring joy, prosperity, and spiritual renewal....