Mangal Sutra

An Indian wedding remains incomplete without Mangal Sutra. A mangal sutra is an Indian symbol of Hindu marriage, consisting of a gold ornament strung from a yellow thread, a string of black beads or in the form of a gold chain. It worn by a married woman until her husband's death and its an important part of Wedding Jewelry. According to the rites of Hindu culture, there are five signs of marital ..

The Thread that Binds: Marriages and Mangalsutras

Mangalsutras are also differently designed in different communities. For example, the Tamilians wear the taali, an extraordinarily crafted pendant, the Maharashtrians swear by the black and gold beads with the double 'vati' pendant, one 'vati' standing for the bride's parents' home and the other for her husband's. The Kannadigas add corals while the Gujaratis and Marwaris often go for a diamond..

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Religion as a divisive forceThe Taliban gets tough on non-Muslims.The ruling Taliban in Afghanistan has issued a decree asking the Hindus in the country to identify themselves by wearing yellow cloth and follow the Shariat or face prosecution. As per the latest decree, Hindus will be required also to tie their houses with a piece yellow cloth measuring two metres and Hindus and Muslims cannot live..

A Kannadiga wedding

The rituals and customs that the Hindus in Karnataka follow during their weddings are similar with minor variations depending on the caste and community. The wedding is usually held at the bride's house though, depending on convenience, some weddings do take place at the groom's house. Pre- Wedding CeremoniesThe vivaha purvakrithayam is done on the day prior to that of the wedding. The parents of ..

Hindu Wedding Traditions

People believe that the best happiness in life is to love and be loved. Wedding is the only way where you seem to fulfill your urge to be one with your partner. As compared to other marriages, the Hindu wedding ceremonies are traditionally conducted which seems more orthodox. As Hinduism is a strict religion which does conform to all its rules and principles, the Hindu wedding is similarly perform..

Indian Wedding Traditions

Indian wedding traditions are as diverse and colorful as Indian culture. The wedding traditions reflect Indian cultures and values. The Indian wedding traditions include elaborate rituals that take place for a few days. We can also see both pre marriage and post marriage rituals in Indian wedding traditions. The wedding traditions vary greatly from one province to another depicting the culture of ..

Shaadi Planner

Keep yourself organised, keep track of your available time. Print this list and stay up to dateTwelve Months Before the WeddingThings to DoCOMPLETEDGet engaged ( Mangni) Set wedding date. (Mahurat, Tareekh)Book wedding ceremony site.Book wedding reception site - wedding hall, tent. Book wedding photographer.Book wedding videographer.Set a budget.Determine wedding ceremony and wedding reception s..

Shaadi Planner

Keep yourself organised, keep track of your available time. Print this list and stay up to dateTwelve Months Before the WeddingThings to DoCOMPLETEDGet engaged ( Mangni) Set wedding date. (Mahurat, Tareekh)Book wedding ceremony site.Book wedding reception site - wedding hall, tent. Book wedding photographer.Book wedding videographer.Set a budget.Determine wedding ceremony and wedding reception s..

Indian Shaadi

If your wedding is on the cards and the thought of the extensive wedding plans have left you at your wits end then you should prepare yourself for a unique experience. There are exclusive wedding ideas and innovative plans which are sure to overwhelm your heart. If you have seen an Indian Shaadi you will know how elaborate it is and what hard work goes in it to organize. Marriages are the gateways..