Diwali: An Economic Perspective – Anzar Malik and Vaishnavi Musunuri
Why do we celebrate Diwali? Mainly in Hindu mythology, Diwali is a day when Lord Rama and his family return home after 14 years in exile. The villagers decorated a path with lights for Rama, who had conquered the maleficent king Ravana. Enacting skits of this story is a famous way of celebration in many […]
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Eid-ul-Fitr: Sacrifice, Acceptance, Forgiveness – Megha Vyas
Eid-ul-Fitr, a symbolic occasion of embodying the spirit of praying for acceptance of the good deeds, forgiveness for the sins and relief from sacrifices made by the people, is observed during the holy month of Ramadan. It is the festival of breaking fast after a month long fasting from dawn to dusk, that is observed […]
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HOLI: The Day Painted in Colors – Vaibhav Pharate
Holi is well recognized as the festival of colors. The festival that demystifies the true vibrance of joy and happiness through every smiling face with a pallet of colors it carries. It is one of the most important festivals in India. However, in the era of social jargon, this festival is also celebrated in Nepal, […]
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Navratri Celebrations 2014
Symbiosis– The name itself suggests a blend, an amalgamation that bears witness to the diverse culture of students from all around the Indian subcontinent. All round the year all these students spend their time in various diversified activities ranging from academics to extra-curricular ones. However, it is the festive season that unites us all through […]
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