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Why is Vijayadashami considered auspicious for new beginnings? The meaning of Vidyarambham, Ayudha Puja, books and tools

October 20, 2026 / Leave a comment

Vijayadashami, also called Dasara or Dussehra, is celebrated on October 20, 2026 across most of India, although some regional observances extend into October 21 because festival practices follow local lunar calendars and traditions. The day marks the culmination of Navratri and is associated with victory, renewal and the beginning of a new chapter. For many […]

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Why do we exchange Jammi leaves as gold on Dussehra? The Pandavas, Paalapitta and the story behind Telangana’s tradition

October 17, 2026 / Leave a comment

Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, marking the culmination of the Navratri celebrations. Across India, the festival represents victory, but the way that victory is remembered changes beautifully from one region to another. In Telangana, some of the most distinctive Dussehra traditions are worshipping the Jammi tree, exchanging Jammi leaves with family […]

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