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Saying it With Sweets at Deepavali/Diwali Time

Posted on November 9, 2015 by padmum

In India no meal starts without a token piece of a sweet served on the plate or banana leaf. On any given occasion—engagements and weddings, birth and birthdays, festivals and religious occasions, house warming and new office opening—the Indian tradition … Continue reading →

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Diwali—Deepavali—The Five Days of Celebration

Posted on November 8, 2015 by padmum

Diwali is the grandest of all Hindu festivals that is celebrated by Indians all over the world. It occurs on the day of the new moon or Amaavasya in the month of Kataka, Kaartik or Aypasi (October/November). The Festival of … Continue reading →

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In to the night–Diwali-Deepavali story

Posted on November 2, 2013 by padmum

  Diwali is the biggest festival for Indians…it is like Christmas but has been in practice for more than 3000 years approx. The festival is associated with three stories. The one which we celebrate in South India—the TamBrams especially—is related … Continue reading →

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Deepavali–Then and Now

Posted on November 1, 2013 by padmum

    It is the eve of Deepavali—Dhanteras for the business community. I sit here at my keyboard and think of all the Deepavalis that have gone by. I am in my son’s home and this year my husband and … Continue reading →

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