Putting henna or mehndi on hands is regarded auspicious on Karva Chauth.

Kundan Shah's memorable works include Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Nukkad, Wagle Ki Duniya, etc.

Born on 19th October 1947, the filmmaker studied at Film and Television Institute of India, Pune where he developed interest in comedy genre.

Do not be ignorant while doing puja. Offer prayers to the goddess in the traditional way.

Ladies dress up in their best way possible on the auspicious day of Karwa Chauth. They wear ethnic dresses such as lehenga, saree or ghagra and put bridal make up.

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Karwa means earthen pot which holds a great significance on this day. Ladies offer water known as Argha to the moon through this pot.

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In Brij region, it is called Raas Poornima whereas in Odisha it is celebrated as Kumar Purnima.

He promoted White Revolution and Green Revolution. The nationwide movement to propel India's milk and food production brought a drastic change in the economy of the country.

''Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever,'' said Gandhiji.

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Vegetables have less calories and are laden with fibre which help in keeping diabetes and obesity at bay.

The popular mythological belief associated with Dussehra is victory of Lord Rama over demon king Ravana.

During Durga Puja, huge pandals are erected and entire city is decorated to welcome the Goddess Shakti.

Halite or sendha namak is unprocessed and raw salt containing 84 out of 92 trace elements required by the body.

When Goddess Parvati became mother of Kartikeya, she came to be known as Goddess Skandamata.

The name Kushmanda means cosmic egg and she is believed to be the creator of the universe just with her pleasant smile.