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Hindu Deities- All about the Goddesses
Hindu Deities- All about the Goddesses

Hinduism as a religion is called as `apauruseya` which means of impersonal origin. Hindu Gods are also known as such, they are eternal deities appearing to be sovereign and different, but in reality are aspects of the same 'Supreme God'. A Hindu deity (god or goddess; note small g) represents a particular aspect of the Supreme Being. Within Hinduism a large number of personalities, or 'forms' of this Being, are worshiped as deities or incarnations. Read more about the Hindu Gods Read more »


The Painted Floors of India

The Painted Floors of India

Rangoli is one of the most colorful, pleasant and beautiful art forms of India. It is the art of making designs and patterns on the floor...


Bikaner - Desert Attractions

Bikaner - Desert Attractions

Bikaner is a district located in the northwestern part of the State of Rajasthan in India and is surrounded by the Thar Desert. The city ...

Lentils (Dal) The World's Healthiest Food

Lentils (Dal) The World's Healthiest Food

Lentils are to India as meatloaf is to America: the quintessential comfort food. Ranging from yellow and red to deep black, these tiny di...

Ganesha Chaturthi: The Great Ganesha Festival

Ganesha Chaturthi: The Great Ganesha Festival

Also known as 'Vinayak Chaturthi' or 'Vinayaka Chavithi', Ganesha Chaturthi is the birthday of Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom and prospe...

India's Coolest Buildings

India's Coolest Buildings

It's amazing how modern architecture is changing our skylines today. With the infrastructure boom in play we see new shapes and weird lo...

Gujiya / Karanji - A Popular Indian Sweet Dish

Gujiya / Karanji - A Popular Indian Sweet Dish

Karanji / Gujiya is a famous sweet dish in India. In northern states of India it is popular as Gujiya whereas in Maharashtra and Karnatak...

Durga Puja: A Prominent Festival in India

Durga Puja: A Prominent Festival in India

Durga Puja is one of the auspicious occasions celebrated in almost every parts of India. Major celebrations are observed in Bengal, where...

Nose Rings...not just a Fashion Statement in India

Nose Rings...not just a Fashion Statement in India

While to most a nose ring may seems like a fashion statement, in India, it's an age old tradition that's heads back centuries and has sig...

Treks In North India

Treks In North India

North India offers the best options for treks since it borders the southern side of the Himalayan foothills. Easy as well as difficult tr...

Mini Cooper in India Set to Launch by 2009

Mini Cooper in India Set to Launch by 2009

LEADING LUXURY car makers, BMW, plans to roll out their premium classic small car Mini Cooper in India. The much-awaited MINI Cooper will...

Bharatpur: Beautiful Travel Attractions

Bharatpur: Beautiful Travel Attractions

Bharatpur is a city located in the State of Rajasthan and is home to some of the famous wildlife sanctuaries and a major tourist attracti...

Manmohan Singh's Daughters - Upinder Singh, Daman Singh and Amrit Singh

Manmohan Singh's Daughters - Upinder Singh, Dam...

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has three daughters. All three maintain a very low profile and keep away from media and limelight. All thre...

Sarson ka Saag and Makki ki Roti - Made for Each Other

Sarson ka Saag and Makki ki Roti - Made for Eac...

Sarson ka saag is the mixture of Spinach and mustard leaves where as Makki (corn) ki roti is the Indian bread made using makki ka atta. T...

The National Insignia of India

The National Insignia of India

Insignia is the plural of Latin word “insigne” which means emblem, symbol, is a symbol or token of personal power, status or...

The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

Dal bati Churma is the Rajasthani cuisine popular not only in India but across the world. This is a dish for special occasion. Batis rese...

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