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Hariyali Teej 2024: 7 celeb-inspired green outfits to elevate your festive look

Hariyali Teej falls on August 8 this year, and we're already buzzing with excitement! Green is considered a symbol of unbroken good fortune and is very auspicious to wear during the Hariyali Teej puja. If you haven't decided on your outfit yet, don't worry—we're here to help you out. When it comes to fashion and style, no one can beat our Bollywood divas. Here are some stunning B-town inspired green outfits to make you slay this Hariyali Teej.

Updated on Aug 07, 2024 08:54 am IST

Chaiti Chhath Puja 2024: A look at day 3 celebrations across India. Check pics

On Sunday, April 14, India celebrated the auspicious festival of Chaiti Chhath. This ancient Hindu festival is observed during the Chaitra month and is considered a significant four-day event. During this festival, women worship the Sun god, and the celebration culminates on Saptami with the offering of Arghya to the rising sun. This year, the festival of Chaiti Chhath began on April 12 and will continue until April 15, 2024. Let's explore how the third day of the Chaiti Chhath puja festival is observed in various parts of India.

Published on Apr 14, 2024 09:17 pm IST

Gudi Padwa 2024 fashion: 5 chic outfit ideas to shine on this special day

Gudi Padwa is an occasion that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Maharashtra. Its essence is celebrated by signing, dancing, and performing in traditional attire. Your outfit should not only depict your personal taste but also the significance of the festival. Ace designer Shilpi Gupta shared with HT Lifestyle a list of trendy outfit ideas for Gudi Padwa 2024 that exude traditional style and beauty.

Published on Apr 08, 2024 05:46 pm IST

Holi hangover? Check out 7 Ayurvedic tips for post-festival detoxification

“After indulging in heavy and fatty foods during Holi celebrations, it's essential to focus on detoxifying the body to restore balance and vitality. Ayurveda recommends a holistic approach to the body's natural detoxification processes,” says Dr Dimple Jangda, Ayurveda & Gut Health Coach. She further shared top tips for post Holi detoxication in her recent Instagram post.

Published on Mar 26, 2024 06:00 am IST

Holi 2024: Devotees celebrate 'Rangbhari Ekadashi'

Devotees throng Kashi Vishwanath Temple on the occasion of Rangbhari Ekadashi in Varanasi on March 20.

Updated on Mar 21, 2024 06:23 pm IST

Saphala Ekadashi 2024: Interesting facts, rituals and all you want to know

It is believed that observing this fast with devotion can bring prosperity, success, and fulfilment of desires.

Published on Jan 06, 2024 08:00 am IST

Chhath Puja 2023 day 1: Here's how devotees are celebrating Nahay Khay

The sacred four-day festival of Chhath Puja commenced on Friday, November 17, with the observance of Nahay Khay. Devotees, as a part of this ritual, take a holy bath in revered bodies of water such as the Ganga or Yamuna. Following the bath, devotees partake in prasad, consisting of kaddu bhaat, and share this blessed offering with their family members. Let's take a glimpse into how the first day of this significant Chhath festival is celebrated across various regions of India.

Published on Nov 17, 2023 05:27 pm IST

Alia Bhatt shines as Diwali patakha in stunning red Manish Malhotra saree. Pics

Alia Bhatt's Diwali look is all about glitz and glamour. The actress added sparkle to the festival as she looked like a patakha in a stunning red saree. Alia is not only ruling Bollywood but also the fashion and style charts. The National Award-winning actress continues to nail fashion goals like a pro, whether it's rewearing her wedding saree or her stunning Met Gala look. She is a total stunner and her latest look draped in a mesmerising six yards of grace will definitely leave you in awe. Scroll down to take some style notes from the diva.

Published on Nov 14, 2023 10:57 am IST

Shipa Shetty's Diwali bash 2023: From Shahid Kapoor to Kriti Sanon, it was glam

The festival of lights has brought a lot of happiness, promises of a better tomorrow and prosperity. This year, Diwali is being celebrated from November 10 to November 14. Shilpa Shetty hosted one of the largest Diwali bashes in Mumbai the day before and it was star-studded with the A-listers of the film fraternity walking in to spend the evening together. Check out who wore what.

Published on Nov 12, 2023 02:24 pm IST

Dussehra 2023: A glimpse of Ravan Dahan celebrations across India. Check pics

The Ravan Dahan ceremony is indeed the highlight of the auspicious Dussehra festival, symbolising the victory of good over evil. On the eve of the festival, towering effigies of the asura king Ravana, Ravana's son Meghnath and Ravana's brother Kumbhakarna are erected, filled with firecrackers and set alight in a spectacular display. Let's take a closer look at how this age-old tradition is being observed in different parts of India.

Updated on Oct 25, 2023 02:12 pm IST

Durga Puja 2023: Women participate in Sindoor Khela on Vijayadashami. See pics

Devotees of Maa Durga celebrate the last day of Durga Puja - Vijayadashami - with pomp. This year, it falls on October 24. People bid audie to Goddess Shakti on this day by immersing her idols in holy water bodies. Another significant ritual of this day is Sindoor Khela, where married women in Bengal smear each other with sindur or vermillion and pray for the long lives of their husbands. Today, women across the country are performing the ritual and here are some snippets from different parts of the country.

Published on Oct 24, 2023 01:53 pm IST

Shardiya Navratri Day 3: From Alia Bhatt to Kajol, celeb inspired red outfits

On the third day of Shardiya Navratri, Goddess Chandraghanta is worshipped and the colour of the day is red. Donning the colour red on this day is considered auspicious and is also the most popular colour of chunri offered to the goddess. Red represents passion and love and wearing this colour makes the devotee feel energetic and alive. If you still haven't decided on your stunning red outfits then don't worry, we are here to help you out with some of the most stunning Bollywood inspired red outfits. Whether it's a suit, a saree or a red lehenga, our B-town divas know how to pull off every look to perfection. From Alia Bhatt's red chiffon saree to Kajol's traditional kurta, here is your lookbook for the perfect Navratri Day 3 look.

Published on Oct 17, 2023 06:00 am IST

Shardiya Navratri 2023 Day 2: B'wood celeb-inspired stunning white outfit ideas

The goddess Brahmacharini, whose name means 'one who practices austerity' in Sanskrit, is worshipped on the second day of Navratri. The colour of the day is white, representing peace and purity. When it comes to fashion and style, nobody does it better than our glamorous Bollywood divas. If you are yet to decide on your white outfit for day 2 of Navratri, don't worry, we have got you covered. From Ananya Pandey's stunning mirror embellished lehenga to Mouni Roy's mesmerising net saree, here are some of the most stylish ethnic white outfits that are sure to turn heads and make you the queen of Navratri. Scroll down to take notes.

Updated on Oct 16, 2023 02:04 pm IST

Janmashtami 2023: Devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna

Janmashtami 2023: The auspicious festival of Krishna Janmashtami is being observed by the Hindu community worldwide to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna. The ceremonies for Janmashtami began last night (September 6) at 11:57 PM and will conclude at 12:42 AM on September 7. From celebrating the dahi handi festival to flocking to beautifully decorated temples, here is a glimpse of how devotees are celebrating this significant festival.

Updated on Sept 07, 2023 02:24 pm IST

Raksha Bandhan 2023: Bollywood stars celebrate Rakhi with siblings

Bollywood celebrities ringed in Raksha Bandhan with their siblings on August 30. From Arjun Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Shanaya Kapoor, Hrithik Roshan, Kartik Aaryan, Sara Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt to Parineeti Chopra, and more stars shared pictures from their celebrations on Instagram. Scroll through to check out how your favourite celebs marked the auspicious festival.

Published on Aug 31, 2023 09:13 am IST

Hariyali Teej 2023: From Alia to Katrina, B'wood celebs inspired mehendi designs

Hariyali Teej 2023: The auspicious festival of Haryali Teej will be celebrated with great enthusiasm and pomp on August 19 this year. The festival holds special significance for Indian women as they worship the gods and goddesses to pray for conjugal bliss and a happy married life. Mehendi application is an important part of the Teej festivities. If you have not yet decided on your mehendi designs, do not worry; we are here with some stunning Bollywood celebrity-inspired henna patterns for your perfect Teej look.

Updated on Aug 19, 2023 08:34 am IST

Chaitra Navratri 2023: 6 drinks and beverages to have during Navratri fast

Navratri is a Hindu festival that is typically observed with fasting and prayers for nine consecutive nights. During this time, people usually abstain from consuming non-vegetarian food, alcohol, and certain grains and vegetables. However, they can consume a variety of drinks that are allowed during the fasting period. Here are some of the most popular drinks that you must try.

Published on Mar 24, 2023 05:12 pm IST

Chaitra Navratri: 5 vrat-friendly namkeen to have with tea

It is time to relish the lip-smacking namkeens! Here's a list of vrat-friendly namkeens that you can savour with your tea and celebrate Chaitra Navratri with your loved ones.

Updated on Mar 22, 2023 09:51 am IST

Traditional foods to savour this Ugadi

Ugadi is the traditional New Year's Day for the people of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. It is a time of renewal and celebration, and food plays a significant role in the festivities. Here are some traditional foods to savour this Ugadi.

Published on Mar 21, 2023 11:50 am IST

Chaitra Navratri 2023 rituals: All you want to know about nine days of fasting

Chaitra Navratri is a Hindu festival celebrated over a period of nine days during the Hindu month of Chaitra, which falls in late March or early April according to the Gregorian calendar. It is also known as Vasant Navratri or Rama Navratri. Here is some information about Chaitra Navratri you probably didn't know about.

Updated on Mar 14, 2023 02:17 pm IST

Mahashivratri 2023: Devotees throng temples across India

"We have gathered here at the temple of Lord Shankar on the occasion of Mahashivratri to seek his blessings, I come every year," A devotee at Babulnath Temple in Mumbai was quoted by saying news agency ANI.

Published on Feb 18, 2023 01:34 pm IST

Lohri 2023: 8 traditional foods to enjoy on Lohri

As the festival of Lohri approaches, people all over India are gearing up to celebrate the harvest festival with traditional foods and festivities. Lohri is celebrated on the 13th of January every year and marks the end of the winter season. This year, Lohri will be celebrated on January 13th, 2023.

Published on Jan 11, 2023 08:59 pm IST

Ananya Panday’s Diwali fashion diaries with Chunky Panday, Bhavana Panday

Ananya Panday celebrated Diwali with a whole lot of sass and style. Diwali brings families and loved ones together. The festival of light made its way into the homes of Bollywood celebrities. Ananya shared a few snippets from her Diwali fashion diaries with parents Chunky Panday and Bhavana Panday and they are brimming with love and happiness.

Updated on Oct 23, 2022 02:31 pm IST

Hariyali Teej: Facts you probably didn't know about the Hindu festival

Hariyali Teej also known as Shraavana Teej is a festival of the Hindus dedicated to Goddess Parvati and her union with Lord Shiva. It is observed in the northern states of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Chandigarh. This year, the festival will be celebrated on July 31.

Published on Jul 31, 2022 01:12 pm IST

Kanwar Yatra 2022: Devotees offer prayers to Lord Shiva, perform ‘Jalabhishek’

Devotees thronged Shiva temples around the country to perform ‘Jalabhishek (offer holy water to Shivalingam)’ of Lord Shiva as the Shivaratri of Sawan month is being celebrated after two years of the pandemic, while the police administration has made tight security arrangements.

Updated on Jul 26, 2022 01:23 pm IST

Rath Yatra 2022: Rituals begin at Puri's Srimandir

Ratha Yatra, also known as the Chariot Celebration of Lord Jagannath, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Balabhadra, is being observed today, July 1. It is the most prominent Hindu festival in the Puri city of Odisha. This festival takes place every year on the second day of the Shukla Paksha in the months of June or July. Around a million devotees from across the country thronged temple town of Puri on Friday to pull the three wooden chariots carrying Lord Jagannath and his siblings on the main thoroughfare.

Updated on Jul 01, 2022 11:32 am IST

Thrissur Pooram: Interesting facts about Kerala's largest temple festival

Thrissur Pooram, held in the Malayalam month of Medam (April-May) at the Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur annually, is one of the oldest temple festivals in Kerela. This day the festival will be observed on May 10. This Pooram is considered to be the largest and most famous of all Poorams in India. The festival was the brainchild of Sakthan Thampuran, the Maharaja of Cochin (1790–1805). He organised the festival with the participation of 10 temples (Paramekkavu, Thiruvambadi Kanimangalam, Karamucku, Laloor, Choorakottukara, Panamukkampally, Ayyanthole, Chembukkavu, Neythilakavu). Here are a few interesting facts about the Pooram that you probably didn't know about.

Published on May 08, 2022 09:13 pm IST

Chaitra Navratri 2022: Know all about the nine forms of Durga Maa

The nine-day long Hindu festival Chaitra Navratri (March-April) will commence on April 2 and will continue till April 11. Devotees fast and worship all the nine forms of Goddess Durga over the nine days of the festival for prosperity and fortune. Here are the many forms of Goddess Durga that are worshipped in nine different ways.

Published on Apr 01, 2022 02:47 pm IST

Unique ways of celebrating Holi in different parts of the country

Holi is one Indian festival that is celebrated with great grandeur and enthusiasm by all religions across the country. Most people celebrate the festival by applying vibrant colours on one another and play with water but that's not it. There are various unique ways of celebrating it in different states.

Published on Mar 17, 2022 04:20 pm IST

Chhath Puja: Devotees gather at ghats to perform 'Usha Arghya' rituals

A large number of devotees across Delhi, West Bengal, Maharasthra, Jharkhand, Bihar and other Indian states offered 'Suryoday Arag' to Surya Dev on the last day of the four-day-long Chhath puja festival. In this photo, devotees can be seen worshipping the Sun God at a pond in Kolkata on the last day of the festival.

Updated on Nov 11, 2021 11:48 am IST

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