Rakhi/ Raksha Bandhan 2013

Rakhi/ Raksha Bandhan is an important festival of the Hindu religion, and it has its roots in the Epics and Vedas. Rakhi has been celebrated since time immemorial, in ancient India, and till today. The festival signifies the deep bond and love between sister and brother. Although the exact origin of Raksha Bandhan is not clear here are some of the stories related to the origin of Raksha Bandhan.

The Legend of Goddess Laxmi and King Bali

According to Hindu mythology it is said that Lord Vishnu left his abode to protect King Bali's Kingdom from the demon. But Goddess Laxmi wanted to be with her husband and went to King Bali in a disguise of Brahman women and asked for shelter. During the celebration of Shravan Purnima she tied Rakhi on the wrist of King Bali and revealed him the truth. The King touched by this act promised Goddess Laxmi that he will help her whenever she wants.

Indian History

Indian History states that the Rajputh Queens use to send Rakhi to Mughal Kings during war and in turn they promised their sisters to protect them.

Yama and Yamuna

Another story states that Yamuna tied rakhi Toyama (Lord of Death). Yama was so touched by this act that he declared whoever gets his hand tied with Rakhi and promise his sister to protect her would be bestowed with immortality.

There are numerous other stories related to the origin of Raksha Bandhan but whatever be the story the day has become a symbol for the love of brother and sister.

Every year on the full moon day in the Hindu month of shravana rakhi is celebrated. When is rakhi 2013? Rakhi in 2013 is celebrated on 21st August.

Significance of Raksha Bandhan

The depth of love in the brother-sister relationship is indicated by two words of Raksha and Bandhan. They are the epitome of strong blood bonded chords between both of them. The significance of Raksha Bandhan is very important in the life of an Indian. The festival of Raksha Bandhan signifies the strong bond between sister and brother. The significance of Raksha Bandhan can be understood by its rituals and traditions. Raksha Bandhan means “bond of protection” and it is a tradition that sisters tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and in turn they promise to protect them in any crucial situation.

Rakhi gift ideas

On the set Muhurat, they tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brother and perform their Arti. She then makes her brother eat a piece of mithai (sweet). This sweet refers to the sweetness their relationship engrosses and has kept since the childhood days. Gifts are exchanged between brothers and sisters and this is the way they show their love for each other.

Traditional and fancy Rakhis are good for elder brothers. They also like floral Rakhis. Besides, ultra modern ones like satin ribbon Rakhis, beaded Rakhis and Rakhis with wristwatch designs are appreciated too. The Rakhi shopping is not limited to typical Rakhi thread shopping, people also purchase varied gifts for Rakhi celebration. They also purchase new clothes.Rakhi sweets and fruits shopping hold the center stage for the Rakhi day.

Online Raksha Bandhan gifts

So, what is stopping you? Go through www.giftagift.com to buy exclusive gifts like  

Premium Rakhees - Fancy Rakhis, Kids Rakhees, Pearl Rakhees, Divine Rakhis, Silver Plated Rakhis, Bhaiya Bhabhi Pair Rakhis, Jewelled Rakhis, Sandalwood & Rudraksh Rakhis, Family Set Rakhees, Single Lumba Rakhis

Gifts to Sister - Jewelry Collections, Sister Combos 

Rakhi Hampers - Thali Hampers, Chocolate Combos, Kids Hampers, Dry Fruits and Gift Boxes

Rakhi Specials - Premium Homemade Chocolates, Eggless Cakes, Rakhi Sweets, Cakes & Flowers.
Gifts to Brother -  Brother Combos, Shirts & Kurtas

FATHERS DAY 2013

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HISTORY OF FATHERS DAY :

 Father’s Day is celebrated on 3rd Sunday in June. The idea for creating a day for children to honor their fathers began in Spokane, Washington. A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd thought of the idea for Father's Day while listening to a Mother's Day sermon in 1909. Having been raised by her father, Henry Jackson Smart, after her mother died, Sonora wanted her father to know how special he was to her. It was her father that made all the parental sacrifices and was, in the eyes of his daughter, a courageous, selfless, and loving man. Sonora's father was born in June, so she chose to hold the first Father's Day celebration in Spokane, Washington on the 19th of June 1910.

     At about the same time in various towns and cities across American other people were beginning to celebrate a "father's day." In 1924 President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed the third Sunday in June as Father's Day. Roses are the Father's Day flowers: red to be worn for a living father and white if the father has died.

      Father's Day has become a day to not only honor your father, but all men who act as a father figure. Stepfathers, uncles, grandfathers, and adult male friends are all honored on Father's Day.

SIGNIFICANCE OF FATHERS DAY :

The significance of Father’s Day is related directly to the position of a father in the family as well as in the society. Every child needs both father and mother in order to get a good mental health. In the primary stages, both father and mother remain responsible for taking some important decisions related to the education and growing up of the child. At the present time, most of the countries have patriarchal societies and because of this the fathers play the leading role in taking the above mentioned decisions.

GIFTS FOR FATHERS DAY :

On the great occasion of fathers day get exclusive gifts wrapped with your warmth delivered to any destination through online marts. Online services like www.giftagift.com make the order of delivering fathers day gifts a hassle free task. It promises to give your money's worth. Choose from a wide rage of Gifts and send Fathers Day Gifts to India through Giftagift.com. Some of the gifts like Fathers day specials, Sweets & savouries, Cakes & Flowers, Techno Gifts

Send Mothers Day Gifts Online - 2013

When is mothers day 2013???

In 2013, Mother’s Day arrives on sunday May 12th. Whereas in UK it is joyously celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent. Mother’s Day falls on different dates in different countries. Most countries including US, Australia, Canada and India celebrate Mothers Day on the second Sunday of May. At present, besides US Mothers Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May in several countries which include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, and Turkey.

Why mothers day celebrated???

Mother is that special person in our life without whom our existence would not be possible. In honor of this person who is the embodiment of life, people all over the world celebrate Mother's Day.

Gift Ideas for mothers day

Mother’s day is a celebration of all mothers. It is a time for families to come together, and for children show their love and gratitude by giving cards, flowers and perhaps gifts or crafts. So this season if you're planning to send mothers day gifts to India, then www.giftagift.com is gearing up the same. Giftagift offers a brilliant range of Mother's Days Gifts like Sarees, Books, Flowers, and Cakes, Mobile phones, Gold and Diamond jewellery in the form of personalized Mothers Day gifts.

   

Gift your mother some Jewellery & apparels such as a bracelet or necklace which will make her thrilled. As she may not expect this from her children, she will definitely keep this ornament as one of the most precious gift.

   

Gifts like Home appliances will also be of immense help to her in making the work easy and saving time as well.

   

Gifting your mom with Gift cheques & hampers for shopping will be of immense use so that she can pick up her own choice of clothes.

   

Mother’s day gifts ideas may also include some electronic items like a DVD set of any television or a cell phone so that she can make vital use of it. However, buying anything that is only and only for her will make this day more special. The entirety of this day is cantered on giving something valuable to her to reveal your appreciation and that should be cherished life long is the main intention, hence think well and buy gifts.

Ugadi 2013 or Yugadi date in 2013

Ugadi 2013 marks the beginning of vijaya nama samvatsara in Hindu Panchangam. Ugadi 2013 date is 11th April, Thursday. Ugadi or Yugadi means the beginning of an era. In Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, the festival of Ugadi heralds the start of a New Year.

Significance of Ugadi
Ugadi is believed to be the day when Brahma - the Creator, in the Hindu Trinity - formed the universe. During Ramayana period, the New Year was being celebrated on the first day of Uttharayana. So, Chaitra was the 12th month. Varahamihira, a saint who lived in sixth century, started a new method of celebrating New Year on Chaitra Shuddha Prathipade. Ugadi marks the beginning of a new Hindu lunar calendar with a change in the moon's orbit. It is a day when mantras are chanted and predictions made for the New Year. 

What are the rituals and customs of ugadi festival?

Ugadi pooja

Ganapati Puja, Lakshmi Narayana Puja, Uma Maheshwara Puja, Vani Hiranyagarbha Puja, Shachi Indra Puja, Arundathi Vasishta Puja, etc are also performed on Ugadi for happiness and prosperity

Ugadi pachadi

Ugadi is specially associated with what is called Ugadi pachadi in Telugu. Which is a combination of ingredients having 6 different tastes or flavors used in cookery commonly known as Shadruchulu, producing a delightful concoction of different tastes? It is a mixture which is prepared with: (1) Tender flowers of fresh white neem (2) Sugar/jaggery or small pieces of sugarcane or cane juice. (3) Small pieces of tender raw mangoes.(4) Fresh tamarind juice.(5) Pieces of fresh green chilies and(6) a pinch of salt. This admixture of sweet and bitter symbolizes life itself. It has its ups and down, joys and sorrows, pleasures and pains, all of which need to be accepted with equanimity.

Ugadi panchanga sharavanam

On this day evening Panchanga Sharavanam is done. Panchanga Shravanam means hearing astrology predictions of the year by the Brahmins.

Send ugadi gifts  to loved ones

If you are longing to celebrate this Ugadi in an exclusive way, then just log on to giftagift.com and choose from our wide range of striking Ugadi gifts .

Valentine’s Day, a Lovable Day for Lovers

Valentine’s Day is the day to cherish love and share the intimate feelings of togetherness with your loved ones. Love is a beautiful word that brings life to a relation. There is a lot that happens around and across the cities while the day to celebrate love really nears you from the week ahead. The trend of rejoicing Valentine’s Day begins from 7^th Feb to 14^th Feb. The total week is celebrated with happy gestures from Rose Day (Feb 7), Propose Day (Feb 8), Chocolate Day (Feb 9) Teddy Day (Feb 10), Promise Day (Feb 11), Hug Day (Feb 12), Kiss Day ( Feb 13) to the most awaiting day to cherish and shower love on your loved ones,  the one and only Valentine’s Day( Feb 14).

Love is a relationship between two souls that connects hearts even in distant places. It creates a place for emotions and sharing bondage between two individuals. Valentines days has got its own charm among youngsters and college students. They want to celebrate the occasion in the most splendid way by gifting lovable gifts to their lovers. There are even few lovers who have distanced from their lovers due to professions and other personal reasons to abroad. For many such lovers who are away from their hometown and want to wish and gift their lovers in their true spirits, here a brilliant idea of gifting through online portals. Online gift portals have a treasure of gifts to shower your lover with the right kind of gesture you want to express and explore on the great occasion of Valentine’s Day.

You can send Valentine’s Day Flowers, a gift basket filled with cakes and Premium chocolates, Branded Wrist Watches, Freshly bakes cookies, Fancy Jewellery, Designer Apparels and many more as wonderful gifts on the lovely occasion of Valentine’s Day. You can sit at any corner point of the world and send it to you lover in India. Giftagift is a online gifting portal that has special section for Valentine’s Day 2013 Gift Ideas like: Designer cakes, Fresh Flowers, Heart Shape Cakes, Decorative Cakes, Fresh Flowers, ValentineArrangements, Valentine’s Day Gifts, Gift Vochers, Couple Gifts, Gifts for Her, Apparels, Branded Perfumes, Handbags, Gifts for Him, Love gifts, Jewelry, Bangles & Bracelets, Earrings & Pendants, Valentine Chocolates & Teddy Bears, Soft Teddies, Homemade Chocolates, Techno Gifts, Valentine's DayHampers.

If you are planning to send your gesture of love and care to your lover in India, Please feel free to visit http://www.giftagift.com/valentinesday.aspx and send Valentine’s Day Gifts to India from USA. People from India can also send beautiful gifts to your NRI’s friends to express the love and passion of emotion for the coming occasion of Valentine’s Day. You can find a wide variety of gifts that can excite your lovers abroad with the great pleasure of receiving your gifts.

You can be anywhere away from your lover. There are many ways to express love to them in the present day technology and communications systems. Be the first to surprise your lover with a heart winning gift of love, gestures and emotions.

NEW YEAR GIFT IDEAS 2013

New Year is celebrated the world over on 1^st of January every year. New Year is the moment which says good bye to the passing year. Its time to welcome New Year 2013 with joy and happiness. With new hopes and aspirations, it also offers a chance to greet and strengthen relationships. Indians in India and NRIs abroad celebrate it with fanfare and splendor  A special time for everyone, many find ways to reach out to relatives and friends through gifts and greeting cards.

If you belong to those who love to send New Year gifts and online greeting cards to your dear ones, you would love to read further. This New Year, simply forget the conventional way of buying gifts by visiting malls and stores located miles away from home. Just connect to the Internet and a few clicks at the right website like GiftaGift.com can do wonders. Send New Year 2013 Gifts to India from USA while sitting at home. It’s effortless and fun as well. Just go through the thousands of gift options, and order gifts online at the most reasonable prices. And the best part – it’s delivered on the day you want.

Missed Father’s Day in 2012? Worry not. New Year 2013 Gift for Dad is the best way to compensate. At GiftaGift.com, you can make his New Year gift truly memorable. From general gifts such as watches to very personal ones such as high-end mobile phones, cameras and lots more - you get it all. Continuing about men, there are suitable New Year 2012 Gift Ideas for your brother, and even boyfriend!

For general friends, you can send New Year special gifts such as Chocolate & black forest cakes, New year premium cakes, New year egg less cakes, New year fresh flowers, Fruits, Flower combos, Cakecombos, New year hampers, Dairies & organizers, Perfumes, Branded pens, Gift coupons, jewelry, Techno gifts, Smart phones, sweets, Dry fruits, Savories, – conveniently from GiftaGift.com.

Give great Xmas Gifts internationally through GiftaGift.com

At Giftagift.com, all care is taken to bake the exquisite quality cakes that are made to melt…for a memorable mellowing experience. Pick from any size, any texture, any flavour, any cut and any design of cakes. The delightful range includes Regular Cakes, Fancy Cakes, Tier Cakes, Kids Cakes, Cartoon Cakes, Eggless Cakes, Ice-Cream Cakes, Plum Cakes, Graduation Day Cakes and many more.

At Giftagift.com, you can satiate your longing to send only the most stimulating gifts. From Christmas specific such as Xmas trees and Jesus Christ frames to musical items and so on – if you have it in mind you can easily find it here. If you want to spread fragrance, send flowers from a wide range at Giftagift.com. If you want to add sweetness in somebody’s life, gift him/her lip-smacking sweets and savouries that are hygienically prepared and lovingly packed and sent. 

Like lamps and Diwali go together so also Christmas and cakes are inseparable. At Giftagift.com you will find the rare, once-a-year kind Designer Cakes with royal icing, almond icing, cashew nut toppings and so on. You can also order Yule Log cakes which are a must at this time of the season. What’s more, the cakes and gifts available at the site are such as Rich plum cakes, Candles &  stands, Xmas crystal gifts, Xmas divinity gifts, Xmas hampers. After all, for a significant occasion like Christmas, the cakes you send to someone should be the best that is available

 

Light love lamps in Indian hearts with Diwali Gifts at Giftagift.com

It’s the mega event of the year - the Indian Festival of Lights: Diwali. It will be followed by Choti Diwali (Naraka Chaturdashi) on Monday the 12th November of 2012. And the big day or main festival - Diwali also known as Lakshmi Puja day will be celebrated all over India and the world on Tuesday, 13^th November 2012. The 14th of November 2012, Wednesday will be for Padwa (Govardhan Puja/Annakoot) and finally Thursday, 15th of November 2012 will be for Bhaiduj (Yama Dwitiya).

While in North-India it is popularly known as ‘Diwali’, the name for the festival in South-India is ‘Deepavali’. It marks the triumph of the Good over the Evil and Light over Darkness. It is not only celebrated by Hindus, but Sikhs and people practicing Jainsim also commemorate it with the same fervour. Interestingly, the most famous day of Diwali also marks the commencement of the Hindu New Year, and many entrepreneurs in India begin a new accounting year on this momentous day.

So as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI), where will you be this Diwali – celebrating with friends and relatives in India or pursuing your dream career or educational degree in US, UK or Canada? Even if it’s the latter, worry not. You can in some special way be with your family, friends or someone you love on this Diwali. How? Through www.GiftaGift.com, of course. All you need to do is relax on a chair at home or office and happily look through all the attractive gifts you would need this Diwali at GiftaGift.com - it is really as easy as that! 

At GiftaGift.com, you can find all kinds of glittering gifts, even Diwali specific such as a wide range of Diwali Gifts, Diwali Branded Crackers, Special Diyas, Diwali Sweets, Latest Diwali Apparels for Her, Diwali Home decors, New Diwali Hampers, Diwali Chocolates to India, Special Dryfruits for Diwali, Diwali Combos, Traditional Pooja Thali's. so on. If you want to fashionably light up your house back in India, send home decor items such as Photo Frames of Gods & Goddesses, Carved Floral Vases, Ganesh Pooja Set and more from a wide range at GiftaGift.com. Ethnic gifts too are aplenty at the gift portal.

Send Dussehra Gifts to India

Dussehra or Dussera is one of the main festivals of Hindus and celebrated all over the country. The festival is known by another name Vijayadashmi, which means victory on the tenth day. The word "Dussehra" can also be interpreted as "Dasa-Hara", which stands for the cutting of the ten heads of Ravana by Lord Rama. The most popular reason for celebrating is that on this particular day Lord Rama killed the demon Ravana for abducting his wife Seeta. One of the oldest Indian festivals, Dussehra is celebrated across India and has an ancient origin that is steeped in a number of old legends.

Significance of Dussehra :

Dussehra signifies the triumph of Good over Evil and it is also considered to be an auspicious day to begin new things in life. In the Northern part of India, Dussehra commemorates the victory of Lord Rama, over Ravana, the ruler of Lanka, who according to the mythological Ramayana had abducted Sita, the wife of Rama. However, in the Southern, Eastern and Western India, the festival is celebrated as Navaratri, which ends with Vijayadashmi. Here the same festival commemorates the legend in which the Goddess Durga vanquishes the demon Mahishasura.

Gifts for Dusshera:

With just a little time to go for Dussehra, you must be thinking what festive gifts to give to your dear ones? Rest easy with our assistive Dasara Gift Ideas pick the most perfect Dussehra Gifts for your dear ones. Go through these useful Dussehra Gift Ideas and gift the right items to your beloved ones. If you like our Dasara Gift Ideas and want to Gift to your pals, beloved ones just log on to www.giftagift.com and choose the apt gift for this dussehra and make the day memorable. some of the gifts ideas are like send Sweets, Apparels, Jwellery, Silver/goldcoins and many more from giftagift.com.

Ganesh Chaturthi Festival 2012

Ganesh Chaturthi falls on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which falls around August or September. Ganesh Chaturthi 2012 is celebrated on 19th September 2012. Ganesh Chaturthi also knows as "vinayaka Chaturthi" in south Indian states. This Chavithi is celebrated as the birthday of lord ganesha, the son of shiva and parvati. It is an important festival of maharastra, celebrated grandly in other parts of India also. Ganesh Chaturthi starts with installation of these ganesh statues in colorfully decorated at homes. The celebration ends with the immersion of the ganesha's idol into the water. Gifts are exchanged with your dear ones for Ganesh Chaturthi. Giftagift.com offers a wide range of Ganesh Chaturthi gifts like ganesh Idols, pooja hampers, special hampers, ganesh chaturthi specials.

Send Rakhi Gifts To India 2012

Rakhi/ Raksha Bandhan 2011

Rakhi/ Raksha Bandhan is an important festival of the Hindu religion, and it has its roots in the Epics and Vedas. Rakhi has been celebrated since time immemorial, in ancient India, and till today. The festival signifies the deep bond and love between sister and brother. Although the exact origin of Raksha Bandhan is not clear here are some of the stories related to the origin of Raksha Bandhan.

The Legend of Goddess Laxmi and King Bali

According to Hindu mythology it is said that Lord Vishnu left his abode to protect King Bali's Kingdom from the demon. But Goddess Laxmi wanted to be with her husband and went to King Bali in a disguise of Brahman women and asked for shelter. During the celebration of Shravan Purnima she tied Rakhi on the wrist of King Bali and revealed him the truth. The King touched by this act promised Goddess Laxmi that he will help her whenever she wants.

Indian History

Indian History states that the Rajputh Queens use to send Rakhi to Mughal Kings during war and in turn they promised their sisters to protect them.

Yama and Yamuna

Another story states that Yamuna tied rakhi Toyama (Lord of Death). Yama was so touched by this act that he declared whoever gets his hand tied with Rakhi and promise his sister to protect her would be bestowed with immortality.

There are numerous other stories related to the origin of Raksha Bandhan but whatever be the story the day has become a symbol for the love of brother and sister.

Every year on the full moon day in the Hindu month of shravana rakhi is celebrated. When is rakhi 2011? Rakhi in 2011 is celebrated on 13th august.

Significance of Raksha Bandhan

The depth of love in the brother-sister relationship is indicated by two words of Raksha and Bandhan. They are the epitome of strong blood bonded chords between both of them. The significance of Raksha Bandhan is very important in the life of an Indian. The festival of Raksha Bandhan signifies the strong bond between sister and brother. The significance of Raksha Bandhan can be understood by its rituals and traditions. Raksha Bandhan means “bond of protection” and it is a tradition that sisters tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and in turn they promise to protect them in any crucial situation.

Rakhi gift ideas

On the set Muhurat, they tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brother and perform their Arti. She then makes her brother eat a piece of mithai (sweet). This sweet refers to the sweetness their relationship engrosses and has kept since the childhood days. Gifts are exchanged between brothers and sisters and this is the way they show their love for each other.

Traditional and fancy Rakhis are good for elder brothers. They also like floral Rakhis. Besides, ultra modern ones like satin ribbon Rakhis, beaded Rakhis and Rakhis with wristwatch designs are appreciated too. The Rakhi shopping is not limited to typical Rakhi thread shopping, people also purchase varied gifts for Rakhi celebration. They also purchase new clothes.Rakhi sweets and fruits shopping hold the center stage for the Rakhi day.

Online Raksha Bandhan gifts

So, what is stopping you? Go through www.giftagift.comto buy exclusive gifts like Rakhi gifts, gifts to sister, rakhi hampers, rakhi specials, gifts to brother and make your choices.

Send Women’s Day Gifts to India to Surprise Your Beloved Women

1909 International Women's Day has been recognized as the day to globally celebrate the economic, political and social achievements of women; connecting all women and inspiring them to reach their full potential. It is believed that Women’s Day or also known as International Women’s Day Each and every part of the world celebrates this special day. It offers an opportunity to express your love for your woman. So make the most of this day and win the heart of woman who ever it may be your wife, sister or mother.

However, gradually over the period of time Women’s Day became a general celebration to honor and admire women along with their accomplishments. Although Women’s Day is eagerly awaited every year, this year the International Women’s Day holds a special significance. For the important women, GiftaGift.com is stacked with choicest of Women's Day gifts. For your Mother, the most important person and the one who gifted you life, you can gift her fabulous Saree or shawl. For your teacher, past or present, you can repay the knowledge gained from him/her by sending from USA fresh flowers or books to Hyderabad city - or anywhere else in India, UK, Canada or rest of the world.

Here are few women’s day gift ideas at giftagift.com

Gift Apparels: woman is mostly interested in sarees and apparels. This is the special day to make her feel happy by gifting her traditional, designer saree. Giftagift online gifting portal has a wide range of collection of apparels section, where you can choose the best gifts for woman.

Gift Accessories and Jewelry: Women are more passionate about jewelry and accessories. Grab this opportunity to win the hearts of your woman. Giftagift has special designer gold rings and jewelry sets. Send online gifts to India through Giftagift.

Gift Flowers and Cakes: Flowers are treated as token of love and affection by women. Greet her with the flowers and make her feel special. Send her a special cake of her favorite flavor through giftagift.com.

Gift Kitchen Gadgets: Women have a never ending zeal for kitchen gadgets. Send fabulous kitchen gadgets through Giftagift and make your mother happy in India.

Find more gift ideas on Giftagift to send online gifts to your mother in India. Giftagift has exclusive gift packages to send to India on the wonderful occasion of mother's day.

Significance of Holi Festival and Its Celebrations

Holi is one of the most ancient festivals celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm. It is the festival of colors. Holi is not just a festival to celebrate the victory of good over evil it’s a festival of colours. There is no restriction, religious differences but just the love to spread with colors. White Holi clothes and gulal during the celebrations of holi is important, the simple reason behind the tradition of wearing white Holi Clothes is that the Ethnic Indian clothes in white or other light shades are mainly worn by people so that all the Holi colors are visible on it. Being a traditional Indian festival, Holi is best enjoyed in ethnic Indian Clothes.

STORY OF HOLI:

Holi is related with the mythological story of Prahlad and Holika. Prahlad was the son of demon Hiranakashyapa who believed himself as god but Prahlad denied accepting him as god and he kept worshiping Lord Vishnu whom Hiranakashyapa believed to be the greatest enemy to him. To punish Prahlad Hiranakashyapa and his sister Holika decided to burn Prahlad. As Holika had the boon that she could never be burnt so she sat on the fire with Prahlad but Holika burnt and Prahlad came out safe. The story symbolizes victory of good over the bad and the end of evil.

There are another stories too related with holi about Lord Krishna and the gopis. It's believed that Lord Krishna with his pranks on Gopis popularized this festival in Brij. There is one more story of Kamdev and Rati. Who was destroyed by Lord Shiva's anger for disturbing his meditation but for sake of his wife Rati Lord Shiva restored him and for commemoration of this event Holi is celebrated.

HOLI GIFTS:

It’s easy and exciting as well to send online Holi gifts through GiftaGift.com. Just go through Holi gift options, and order gifts online at the most reasonable prices. Indians in America send gifts to India, UK and Canada through this online medium. It is the dependable ecommerce portal and the growing choice of millions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) all over the globe. At GiftaGift.com you will find holi Gifts for everyone like holi specials, holi sweets, holi cakes and flowers and holi hampers…and many more gifts.

Simply visit the website and discover many more fascinating items. A group company of Country Oven, GiftaGift.com offers 10000+ choicest gifts at affordable prices with Free Delivery.

Valentines Day Gift Ideas

Saint Valentine's Day, commonly shortened to Valentine's Day, which is held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. Valentine's Day is the day for celebrating love; it may be your partner, your parents or anyone else. It is the time to make your dear ones to feel special. Valentine's Day is early originated from Christians. The story behind this is a Christian priest; St. Valentine who helped lovers to get married during the rein of Roman Emperor Claudius in 270 AD, from then Valentines Day is celebrated. Valentine's Day celebrations comprise of the various ways, through which you convey your feelings to your loved ones. The date is marked by sending poems and simple gifts, such as flowers to loved ones and chocolates, flowers, apparels, teddies. Valentine’s Day flowers are the most popular gift. Giftagift.com offers you a wide collection of Valentines Day gifts. Surprise your loved ones by sending them gifts online.

Send Valentines Day flowers:
A man waits for the opportunity to impress women. This occasion would be the perfect time to impress.
Flowers will be the perfect gift for Valentines Day. Another simple gift is flowers. Choose from a wide range of flowers and arrange them in to flower vase or as a beautiful flower bouquet by placing a loving note about your loved ones. Any florist will also tell you that flowers have a language all of their own from the single rose with its beautifully understated and elegant declaration of true love to the unbridled passion of a dozen roses, from the sweet simplicity of a posy to the extravagance of a bouquet.

Gift basket for Valentines Day:
One of the creative and in expensive gift for your loved ones is gift basket. Cake and chocolates can be as the main items in the Valentines Day gift basket. You can fill the basket with all the likes of your dear ones.
Wrap the basket with ribbons and color papers to make the basket look attractive.

Valentines Day gifts for him
Selecting a perfect gift for him is not a difficult task if you know the likes and dislikes of that man. If you like to gift some personalized gift you can snit a sweeter or muffler of his favorite color. You can also create a photo album of favorite photos of both the couples. Some ready made gifts are also perfect to gift like you can buy watch, handloom garments, music player, or his favorite sports kit.

Valentines Day gifts for her:
Valentines Day gift for women will be the challenging task for men. This is because women would be eagerly waiting for the gift. If still you are confused what to gift there are few Valentines Day gifts like
Jewelry and jewelry box, hand bags, fresh flowers, teddy bears, chocolates and cards. These are considered to be appropriate Valentine's Day gifts for mothers, teachers, friends, beloved or any other special woman in your life.


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Deepawali is here

Diwali or Deepavali is known as "festival of lights", is an important five-day festival. Diwali is celebrated for five days, each day having its own significance, rituals and myths.

- The First day is called Dhanteras or Dhantryaodashi
- The Second day is called Narka-Chaturdashi or Chhoti Diwali
- The Third day of the festival of Diwali is the day for Lakhmi Puja
- The Fourth day is called Padwa or VarshaPratipada
- The Fifth and final day of Diwali Festival is known by the name of Bhaiya-Dooj

The festival starts with Dhanteras on which most Indian business communities begin their financial year. The second day of the festival, Naraka Chaturdasi, marks the vanquishing of the demon Naraka by Lord Krishna and his wife Satyabhama. Amavasya, the third day of Deepawali, marks the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth in her most benevolent mood, fulfilling the wishes of her devotees. Amavasya also tells the story of Lord Vishnu, who in his dwarf incarnation vanquished the Bali, and banished him to Patala. It is on the fourth day of Deepawali, Kartika Shudda Padyami, that Bali went to patala and took the reins of his new kingdom in there. The fifth or last day of Diwali is known as Yama Dvitiya or Bhai Dooj or Bhratri Dooj. This day is marked for the celebration of sister-brother relationship. On this day brothers are invited to their sister's home. Sisters put tilak on their brothers' forehead and pray for a long life for their dear brothers. In return, brothers adore their loving sisters with gifts.

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