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Chhath Puja

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Surya Shashti popularly known as Chhath, which is also called as “Daala Chhath” is a popular Hindu festival of worshipping Sun God. Sun is considered to be the only visible god. He is considered to be the caretaker of the entire universe. Chhath is an ancient Hindu festival and the only Vedic Festival dedicated to the Hindu Sun God. The Chhath festival is performed as thanksgiving to Surya for sustaining life on earth and to request the granting of certain wishes. A prominent festival for the North Indian state of Bihar and certain regions of Uttar Pradesh and Nepal, Chhath Puja rituals start on the sixth day of Hindu calendar month, Kartika.   Scientific significance Some say Chhath Puja also has roots in science as it helps the human body get rid of toxicity. Taking dips in water and exposing oneself to the Sun increases the flow of solar bio-electricity that improves the overall functionality of the human body. Some also believe that Chhath Puja helps el

Diwali - Major Cultural and Religious Festival

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  Diwali, also called Deepavali and Divali, which literally means a “Row of Lights.” Diwali is one of the happiest holidays in India and Nepal with significant preparations. People clean their homes and decorate them for the festivities. Diwali is one of the biggest shopping seasons in India and Nepal; people buy new clothes for themselves and their families, as well as gifts, appliances, kitchen utensils, even expensive items such as cars and gold jewellery. People also buy gifts for family members and friends which typically include sweets, dry fruits, and seasonal specialties depending on regional harvest and customs. It is also the period when children hear ancient stories, legends about battles between good and evil or light and darkness from their parents and elders. Girls and women go shopping and create rangoli and other creative patterns on floors, near doors and walkways. Youth and adults alike help with lighting and preparing for patakhe (fireworks).

Yogi Adityanath has planned a grand Diwali celebration in Ayodhya.

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    Yogi Adityanath was happy to offer a grand ceremonial welcome to an actor playing the Hindu god, as his mega "Deepotsav" or Diwali celebrations began in the temple town today. The lead actors of Ramlila, in full costume, arrived in a government chopper and landed on the banks of the river Saryu, where they were received by the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, his Tourism Minister Rita Bahuguna Joshi and state Governor Ram Naik. At least 380 artistes came from different corners of India and abroad (Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia) to perform in the 3-km-long Shobha Yatra.  Some 1.75 lakh diyas or earthen lamps dazzled during the evening aarti on the pink-lit river banks as the Yogi Adityanath, the head priest of the Gorakhnath temple, aimed for a world record. Slogans of "Jai Shri Ram" rang out.  With this, the Uttar Pradesh government will break the Guinness World Record for largest display of oil lamps set by jailed Dera Sacha Sa

Why Jammu & Kashmir has two capitals.

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Srinagar is the summer capital, and Jammu is the winter capital. The main reason for this was the extreme weather conditions of the two regions. During winters the minimum temp in Srinagar normally reaches to -6 degree Celsius while during Summer time the temp can go past 45 degree Celsius. To escape such extreme temperature and live comfortably, the Maharaja Govt. started this practice and has been going on since then. Get our app for these daily news https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mittal.skmittal.incredibleindia

Check out the best city to live in India..

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  For the third consecutive time, Hyderabad emerged as the Indian city with the best quality of living.  Due to low crime rates, better educational facilities and low pollution, Hyderabad has once again beaten all Indian cities in the recent Mercer Quality Of Living Survey 2017. The moment you think of Hyderabad, you think of the delicious Hyderabadi Biriyani, diamond and pearls and till today it is known as city of pearls. Top 10 places to live in Hyderabad 1. Madhapur 2. Vijay Nagar colony 3. Banjara Hills 4. Jubilee hill 5. Up pal 6. Begumpet 7. Sanjeeb Reddy Nagar 8. Moosapet 9. Kutkatpally 10. Abids Get our app for these daily news https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mittal.skmittal.incredibleindia

Magnificent Places to Visit in India This Winter

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1. Manali, Himachal Pradesh   Tall deodar trees, towering mountains, curvy roads, and heavy snowfall, Manali is one of the most spectacular winter places in India. A paradise for newlyweds and snow lovers, this hill station is also a great place for adventure sports like paragliding, ice skating, rappelling, and rock climbing. One can also do Lamadugh Meadows, Solang Valley, and the Koshla-Tree line trek during the month of December. <  2. Beaches of Goa   Goa is India’s smallest City in terms of area but it has a lot to offer in terms of scenic beauty. It has some of the best beaches in India. Goa’s climate is warm and humid for greater part of the year but the temperature and humidity drops during December-February. This brief span of time is characterized by warm days and cool nights. This winter season is the most ideal time to visit Goa. The sea is calmer and the climate is also perfect.  Goa registered huge number of tourist each year. The

Jammu Tourism

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  Jammu the largest city in the Jammu Division and the winter capital of state of Jammu and Kashmir in India. It is situated on the banks of the Tawi River. Tourism is the largest industry in Jammu as in the rest of the state. It is also a focal point for the pilgrims going to Vaishno Devi and Kashmir valley as it is second last railway terminal in North India. All the routes leading to Kashmir, Poonch, Doda and Laddakh start from Jammu city. So throughout the year the city remains full of people from all the parts of India. Places of interest include old historic palaces like Mubarak Mandi, Purani Mandi, Rani Park, Amar Mahal, Bahu Fort, Raghunath Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, Karbala, Peer Meetha, Old city and a number of shopping places, fun parks, etc. Amar Mahal Palace     The Amar Mahal Palace is a palace in Jammu, in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, India, which has now been converted into a Museum. It was built in the nineteenth century f

Jaipur Tourism

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Jaipur is the capital and the largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan in Western India. There is a lot of tourism destination in India but tour of Rajasthan is one of the reason why people travel to India from foreign countries. Jaipur is a bustling city and capital of Rajasthan. A visit here and you would notice two worlds here which co-exist side by side; one a reminder of the days of kings and the other reflecting the urbane and modern facet of India.    Temperature in Jaipur         Temperatures remain relatively high during summer from April to early July having average daily temperatures of around 30 °C (86 °F). During the monsoon there are frequent, heavy rains and thunderstorms, but flooding is not common. The winter months of November to February are mild and pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from 10–15 °C (50–59 °F) and with little or no humidity and cold waves lead to temperatures near freezing. Places to visit in J

Delhi Tourism

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  Delhi, the capital city of India boasts of its glorious history. Delhi has many tourist attractions for the tourists. From Mughal forts, Temples, Shopping Malls Delhi has got it all.                           Red Fort Constructed during the Shah Jahan’s reign, Red Fort Delhi is made of red sandstone. It holds a special attention among all the famous Delhi attractions as the site serves as the venue from where the Prime Minister of India addresses mass on the Independence Day. It houses several interesting sections like the Diwan-e-khas and Diwan-e-aam and the weaponry museum. Another highlight of the fort is the Sound and Light Show in the evenings.                       Qutab Minar Constructed during the reign of Qutub-ud-din Aibak in 1199 A.D, it is a 72.5 m high pillar structure that serves as an important attraction on your Delhi sightseeing. This soaring tower of victory marks the triumph of the Sultan. The tower comprises of the fi

Darjeeling Tour

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If you are planning to visit a cold place in summer than Darjeeling is the best place in India as, Darjeeling, the queen of hill stations, is cool and pleasant besides being located perfectly to give you a wonderful view of the Kanchenjunga on one side and green valley’s sloping away to the other. Known for its tea plantations, Darjeeling is equally famous for its toy train, rope way, Tiger Hill, its famous Mall with a colonial British  Rock Garden and Japanese Temple. Charming and endearing, Darjeeling warms your heart and makes you want to visit it often. Five days planning      Day one: Darjeeling Arrival and local Sightseeing You are greeted by a tour guide at New Jalpaiguri railway station or Bagdogra airport and transported to your hotel. After freshening up you join the others for local sightseeing or set off on your own, returning to your hotel room for rest. Day two: Darjeeling Sightseeing Today you leave at around 4 AM to re