Tag Archives: India Festivals

Haryana Day Images: One of the many festivals that keep the state of Haryana in a festive spirit almost all the time is the Haryana Festival in Haryana. It is celebrated on 1st November. This festival is celebrated to commemorate the day when the state of Haryana was carved out of Punjab in 1966. Haryana Day Images: 01 November Haryana …

Dhanteras Festival Images: Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi or Dhanvantari Trayodashi, is the first day that marks the festival of Diwali in India and the festival of Tihar in Nepal. Dhanteras is celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the Vikram Samvat Hindu calendar month of Karthik. Dhanvantari, who is also worshiped on the occasion …

Karva Chauth Festival Images and Stock Photos: Karwa Chauth is celebrated mostly by the married women in North India. On this day, they observe a fast, praying for the long life, well being and prosperity of their husband. They break their fast in the evening, after moon rise. On this sacred festival, people come together and socialize with friends and family, …

APJ Abdul Kalam Images: Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen “A. P. J.” Abdul Kalam (15 October 1931 – 27 July 2015) was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. A career scientist turned reluctant politician, Kalam was born and raised in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, and studied physics and aerospace engineering. He spent the next four decades as a scientist and …

India Awards Ceremony Images: The Indian Honour System is primarily recognized by the Indian Government. The Indian honour system is broadly classified into five types – Leadership, Literature, Civilian, Patriotic and Particular. 70th National Film Awards: India Awards Ceremony Images The 70th National Film Awards ceremony was held in New Delhi today. President Droupadi Murmu gave the honour to stars including …

Navratri Festival Images: ‘Nava-ratri’ is one of the most important Hindu festivals in the country. It is celebrated with immense zeal and enthusiasm all over India. It is celebrated twice a year – once in Chaitra (March-April) and the other in Ashwin (September-October). Navratra literally means ‘nine auspicious nights’. It is actually the worship of the Goddess of power in …

Gandhi Jayanti Stock Images For Students: Find Gandhi Jayanti Stock Images in HD and millions of other royalty-free stock photos, illustrations, and vectors in the 4to40.com collection. Free Gandhi Jayanti Stock Images Gandhi Jayanti is a national event celebrated every year to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. This day is also celebrated as the International Day …

Ganesh Chaturthi Images, Lord Ganesha Photos: Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with a belief that Lord Ganesha, son of Lord Shiva and Parvati, bestows His blessings on His devotees, on this day. It is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom. Ganesh Chaturthi falls on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which falls around …

Teachers Day Images For Students And Children: On the occasion of Teachers day, various cultural programs and activities take place in schools. Senior students dress up as teachers and take up their roles, giving out lectures and teaching the students of primary level. By doing so, the students get a hands-on experience and realize how it feels to be a …

Onam Festival Images: Onam is a Hindu festival celebrated in Kerala, India. It is also the state festival of Kerala with State holidays on 4 days starting from Onam Eve (Uthradom) to the 3rd Onam Day. The festival falls during the Malayalam month of Chingam (August – September) and marks the commemoration of Vamana avatara of Vishnu and the subsequent homecoming …